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Arizona veterans organization to host Pearl Harbor Remembrance ceremony Tuesday
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Jussie Smollett testifies at his trial: 'There was no hoax'
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US plans diplomatic boycott of Beijing Winter Olympics
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Another The Pick lottery jackpot ticket sold at a West Valley Walmart
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Bob Dole to lie in state at Capitol as nation honors senator
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1 man dead, another in critical condition following shooting in Phoenix
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Arizona News
Kevin Stone
Woman allegedly robbed man at gunpoint in Arizona after they met on Instagram
Authorities in northern Arizona are searching for a woman who allegedly shot at a man and robbed him after they met through a social media site.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 3,022 new COVID-19 cases, no additional deaths Monday
Arizona health officials reported 3,022 new COVID-19 cases on Monday and no additional deaths from the virus.
Associated Press
Arizona evictions remain far below pre-pandemic levels
Eviction filings are creeping up in Arizona, but they are not even close to pre-pandemic levels as agencies do a better job of getting out rental aid, court officials and advocates say.
Griselda Zetino
Phoenix Union High School District revisits its school safety plan after shooting
The Phoenix Union High School District is looking to improve its school safety plan after a shooting last week at one of its high schools.
KTAR.com
Lower temperatures, chance of rain in the forecast this week for metro Phoenix
People may finally have to grab a jacket out of the closet after a warm month of November as temperatures in metro Phoenix are expected to drop this week and rain chances make a return to the forecast.
KTAR.com
18th annual 'Glow on Monroe' electric light parade returns to Buckeye on Saturday
The 18th annual Glow on Monroe electric light parade is returning to downtown Buckeye on Saturday.Arizona Health
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Arizona reports 3,022 new COVID-19 cases, no additional deaths Monday
Arizona health officials reported 3,022 new COVID-19 cases on Monday and no additional deaths from the virus.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 3,820 new COVID-19 cases, 28 deaths Sunday
Arizona health officials reported 3,820 new COVID-19 cases and 28 additional deaths on Sunday.
Kevin Stone
Arizona Heart Foundation to provide free screenings for rural communities
The Arizona Heart Foundation is launching an outreach program to bring free screenings to rural communities where cardiovascular disease too often goes undetected.
KTAR.com
Arizona delta wave reaches new heights in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
Arizona health officials reported 5,236 new COVID-19 cases and 14 additional deaths on Friday as the delta wave surges to new heights.
Associated Press
Abortions in Arizona could end if Supreme Court overturns decision
Abortions in Arizona could become illegal overnight if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns its landmark 1973 decision that said a woman has a constitutional right to end her pregnancy without government interference.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 4,012 new COVID-19 cases, 33 more deaths Thursday
Arizona health officials reported 4,012 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, eclipsing 4,000 for the first time in over a week, with 33 additional deaths.
ArizonaSports.com
Kellan Olson
Chris Paul dominates clutch time again in Suns’ win over Spurs
Phoenix Suns point guard Chris Paul continued his league-leading efficiency in clutch time for a win over the Spurs.
Associated Press
Coyotes drop 3rd straight after falling to Dallas Stars
The Coyotes dropped another game falling to the Dallas Stars 4-1, which makes 14 wins in a row for the Stars against the Yotes.
Haboob Blog
Buffalo elements overtake Bills-Pats on Monday Night Football
The weather in Buffalo has its hand all over Monday Night Football between the Bills and Patriots as the teams try to battle the elements.
Arizona Sports
Phoenix Mercury, head coach Sandy Brondello mutually agree to part ways
After eight seasons in the Valley, the Phoenix Mercury and head coach Sandy Brondello have mutually agreed to part ways.
Tyler Drake
Arizona Cardinals adoption of Buccaneers’ bye-week blueprint pays off
Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury's practice of lifting successful plays or sets from other teams poured over into the bye week in 2021.
Arizona Sports
Wildcats G Mathurin named Pac-12 Player of the Week for 29-point game
Arizona swingman Bennedict Mathurin scored a season-high 29 points in a 90-65 blowout win for the Arizona Wildcats vs. Oregon State.Arizona Business
SuElen Rivera
Scottsdale-based Discount Tire to acquire and merge operations with Indiana's Tire Rack
Scottsdale-based chain Discount Tire announced Friday it has acquired and will merge its operations with Indiana-based company Tire Rack.
KTAR.com
Aviation facility in Goodyear welcomes first class of aspiring pilots Monday
A new aviation training facility in the West Valley will welcome its first class of aspiring pilots Monday, the Arizona Commerce Authority announced.
Danny Shapiro
Eegee's opening Mesa location, its second in the East Valley, in mid-December
Eegee's has set an opening date for its second foray into the East Valley, this time in Mesa.
Taylor Tasler
MLB lockout could devastate Arizona businesses if no agreement before spring training
The lockout of Major League Baseball has the Cactus League's executive director concerned about the impact on local businesses if no agreement is reached by spring training.
Kevin Stone
Mountain Mike’s Pizza to make Arizona debut in Mesa this month
California-based Mountain Mike’s Pizza is climbing over to Arizona, with the Grand Canyon State’s first location opening soon in Mesa.
Kevin Stone
Climbing gym, boutique fitness studio to open at Chandler shopping center
The Alta Boulders climbing gym opens Friday at Las Tiendas Village, while Eat the Frog Fitness is planning to debut at the Chandler shopping center in January.United States
Associated Press
'Cheugy,' 'omicron' among 2021's most mispronounced words
“Cheugy” is apparently a lot to chew on. Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter Billie Eilish and Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce have something in common — broadcasters butcher their names. And virtually everyone is having trouble with “omicron.” All four made it onto this year’s list of most mispronounced words as compiled by the U.S. Captioning Company, […]
Associated Press
New York City poised to give voting rights to noncitizens
NEW YORK (AP) — New York City, long a beacon for immigrants, is on the cusp of becoming the largest places in the country to give noncitizens the right to vote in local elections. Legally documented, voting-age noncitizens comprise nearly one in nine of the city’s 7 million voting-age inhabitants. Under a bill nearing approval, […]Associated Press
Survivors gather to remember those lost at Pearl Harbor
PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii (AP) — A few dozen survivors of Pearl Harbor are expected to gather Tuesday at the site of the Japanese bombing 80 years ago to remember those killed in the attack that launched the U.S. into World War II. Herb Elfring, 99, said he’s glad to return to Pearl Harbor considering he […]
Associated Press
Asian stocks follow Wall Street higher as virus fears ease
BEIJING (AP) — Asia stock markets followed Wall Street higher Tuesday as anxiety about the coronavirus’s latest variant eased. Shanghai, Tokyo and Hong Kong advanced. Oil prices gained for a second day. Wall Street’s benchmark S&P 500 index gained 1.2% after the chief White House medical adviser said the omicron variant might be less dangerous. […]
Associated Press
Dangerous storm threatens havoc across Hawaiian archipelago
HONOLULU (AP) — From the empty shores of Oahu’s Waikiki Beach to the snowy summit of the Big Island’s highest peak, an unusually strong winter storm is clobbering the Hawaiian Islands and raising the threat of dangerous flash floods, landslides and crashing tree limbs. The strong storm over the nation’s only island state left eloping […]
Associated Press
Socialist Kshama Sawant faces recall vote in Seattle
SEATTLE (AP) — A controversial member of the Seattle City Council – firebrand socialist Kshama Sawant – faces a recall election Tuesday one month after voters chose moderate candidates over progressives in the general election. The recall is seen as a further test of whether the left wing is in retreat in one of the […]Podcasts
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Arizona Education
Griselda Zetino
Phoenix Union High School District revisits its school safety plan after shooting
The Phoenix Union High School District is looking to improve its school safety plan after a shooting last week at one of its high schools.
KTAR.com
Scottsdale Police determine no criminal conduct committed by school board member
The Scottsdale Police Department concluded its investigation Thursday into dossier allegations against school board member and former president Jann-Michael Greenberg, saying no crimes were committed.
Torrence Dunham
Shooting incident won't cause Phoenix Union High School District to rethink resource officers
A shooting incident at Cesar Chavez High School on Monday won't result in the Phoenix Union High School District rethinking its decision to remove school resource officers, Superintendent Dr. Chad Gestson said.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
Best ways to organize your cloud storage files
It's safe to store personal documents including medical and financial records in cloud storage if you follow these tips on how to do it right.
Kim Komando
You can show photos saved to your phone on your TV
If you’re not watching anything, why not display your favorite photos? Here are a few easy ways to get the job done, straight from your phone.
Kim Komando
Amazon shoppers need to take these steps during the holidays
The holiday shopping season is a good time to revisit Amazon's security essentials, so you don’t have to worry about spoiling a surprise or putting your privacy at risk.
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Annuity basics: how to retire with a guaranteed paycheck for life
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Gain insights on next year’s trends at 58th Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon
Employment is recovering from the severe contraction induced by the pandemic, but it is still way below levels at the start of 2020. Can it fully recover in the coming year?
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Sanderson Ford offers cars and deals for all this holiday season
Sanderson Ford’s No! Vember Black Friday sale is giving an opportunity to purchase a new 2021 vehicle just in time for the holiday season.
ENVOQUE MD
Thyroid issues: Here are the warning signs and what to do
In a 100-person office in the United States, an estimated 12 co-workers, employees and loved ones, will likely develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. That’s because, according to the American Thyroid Association, more than 12% of the U.S. population will experience thyroid issues.
Sweet James
Upcoming holiday season is peak time for DUI arrests
The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the most dangerous time of the year to be driving. That’s why it’s important to remember to call Sweet James Accident Attorneys if you’re injured or arrested because of a DUI accident.