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UPDATE: SR 87 northeast of metro Phoenix reopens after shutting down due to brush fire
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Apple unveils sleek 'Vision Pro' goggles. Will it be what VR has been looking for?
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East Valley massage therapist accused of sexual offenses
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California attorney general blames Florida for charter flight that took migrants to Sacramento
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Boom, it's back: Fabulous Phoenix 4th fireworks show returns after 3-year hiatus
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2 detained after stabbing incident at extended stay hotel near Old Town Scottsdale
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Man arrested after breaking into Phoenix apartment, shooting at officers
A man was arrested Sunday afternoon after breaking into an apartment near downtown Phoenix and barricading himself inside, authorities said.
Suspect at-large after 1 killed, 2 injured in Glendale triple-shooting
Police are trying to locate the person who shot three people, killing one, in Glendale on Sunday afternoon.
Phoenix man sentenced for firearms, ammunition smuggling at US-Mexico border
A Phoenix man was sentenced to prison for attempting to smuggle firearms and ammunition across the U.S.-Mexico border.
Girls Ranch group home provides safe haven for teen moms
In a Scottsdale neighborhood is Girls Ranch, a residential group home that has become an environment of support for pregnant and parenting teens.
Biosphere Fire outside Tucson fully contained at 13 acres
The Biosphere Fire that was burning outside of Tucson Sunday morning has been fully contained, authorities said.
Maricopa County launches alert tool to help residents combat title fraud
Maricopa County recently launched Maricopa Title Alert, a free service to help county residents stay informed of document recordings and protect them against title fraud.
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Arizona Business
Phoenix metro data center leasing on track to surpass 2022 levels
As more companies upgrade their technology, data center space has become limited across the country and has helped push Phoenix to the top tier of metro areas for new data center development in recent years.
Low-cost carriers drive growth in Phoenix Sky Harbor passenger traffic
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport’s record year for passenger traffic continued into the second quarter.
Family-owned Taqueria Factory to open 2nd location in Chandler
A family-owned Mexican restaurant is set to expand in the Valley, with its second location opening in south Chandler later this month.
International real estate conference coming to Phoenix
An international real estate conference is coming to Phoenix on June 9.
Arizona Boardwalk at Talking Stick expanding, acquires 48 acres of land
Arizona Boardwalk at Talking Stick has acquired an additional 48 acres of land for future expansion, the entertainment destination announced Tuesday.
New report shows strength of diversified metro Phoenix workforce
Metro Phoenix added more than 98,000 jobs last year and now has 130,000 more jobs than before the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report.
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Arizona Coyotes sign D Patrik Koch to entry-level contract
Defenseman Patrik Koch signed a one-year, entry-level contract with the Arizona Coyotes on Monday, the team announced.
Larry Fitzgerald, 3 ASU players on 2024 College Football Hall of Fame ballot
Former Arizona Cardinals great Larry Fitzgerald and three Arizona State Sun Devils are on the 2024 College Football Hall of Fame ballot.
D-backs catcher Gabriel Moreno learning on the job, Carson Kelly nears return
D-backs catchers Gabriel Moreno and Jose Herrera have held down the fort with Carson Kelly on the 60-day injured list.
Heat erase 15-point deficit, even series vs. Nuggets in NBA Finals
Jimmy Butler and Bam Adebayo each scored 21 and the Miami Heat evened up the NBA Finals by overcoming a monster effort from Nikola Jokic .
D-backs’ bullpen falters late in rubber match with Braves
Miguel Castro's blown save cost the Arizona Diamondbacks a series victory against the Atlanta Braves at Chase Field.
Viktor Hovland delivers clutch putts to win the Memorial in a playoff
Viktor Hovland handled the toughest stretch at Muirfield Village and delivered three clutch putts at the end to win the Memorial on Sunday.
Arizona Education
ASU to establish medical school as part of wider health initiative
Arizona State University will establish its own medical school amid an ongoing shortage of health care workers across the state.
Arizona schools chief Horne says growth of school voucher program beneficial to state
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne said Thursday he believes the state will be able to handle a continued growth in the state's school voucher program that critics say is leading to excessive spending and benefitting the wealthy.
'Top priority': Arizona State Board of Education approves more school resource officers
More school resource officers are coming to campus statewide after superintendent Tom Horne's recommendations were approved.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes Republican student pronoun bill
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a Republican bill that would have restricted transgender students' ability to go by their preferred pronouns and names at school.
University of Phoenix on way to becoming nonprofit through sale to University of Idaho
The University of Idaho has agreed to buy the University of Phoenix and transition the Valley-based online school to nonprofit status.
Arizona State University picked to establish clean energy institute
The U.S. Department of Energy announced this week that Arizona State will develop a Clean Energy Manufacturing Innovation Institute.
Arizona Health
ASU to establish medical school as part of wider health initiative
Arizona State University will establish its own medical school amid an ongoing shortage of health care workers across the state.
Specialization in Valley youth sports shows trend leading to more injuries
According to the National Athletic Trainer’s Association, 17%-41% of athletes specialize in sport, with numbers varying due to many factors.
Arizonans turn in 3.5 tons of unneeded drugs on National Prescription Take Back Day
More than 3.5 tons of drugs were collected in Arizona in the latest National Prescription Take Back Day, authorities said.
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Arizona Votes
Former Arizona official who claimed election deniers made work 'toxic' gets $130K settlement
A former elections official for a rural Arizona county where leaders have embraced election conspiracy theories has received a $130,000 settlement over toxic work environment claims.
Laura Pastor the latest Arizona Democrat to jump into race for Ruben Gallego’s seat in Congress
Phoenix City Councilwoman Laura Pastor on Wednesday joined a crowded Democratic field to replace Ruben Gallego's seat in Congress.
Arizona Republican Karrin Taylor Robson won't run for Kyrsten Sinema's Senate seat
Republican Karrin Taylor Robson said she won't run for the U.S. Senate seat now held by independent Kyrsten Sinema.
Arizona Technology
Phoenix metro data center leasing on track to surpass 2022 levels
As more companies upgrade their technology, data center space has become limited across the country and has helped push Phoenix to the top tier of metro areas for new data center development in recent years.
Waymo, Uber partner on autonomous vehicle service in Phoenix area
Waymo is teaming up with ride-hailing leader Uber in the Phoenix area to transport passengers and deliver food in autonomous vehicles.
Arizona State University picked to establish clean energy institute
The U.S. Department of Energy announced this week that Arizona State will develop a Clean Energy Manufacturing Innovation Institute.
United States
DNA from drinking glass links suspect to 4 Boston sexual assaults in 2007 and 2008, prosecutor says
BOSTON (AP) — A New Jersey lawyer charged with sexually assaulting four women in Boston about 15 years ago was ordered held on $500,000 bail Monday during a hearing in which a prosecutor said authorities helped tie him to the attacks by getting DNA from a drinking glass he had used. Matthew Nilo, of Weehawken, […]
Wisconsin judge: Don't delete records from probe into 2020 Trump loss
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — A Wisconsin judge on Monday declined to dismiss a lawsuit seeking to ensure that no records are deleted from a now-closed state office created to investigate former President Donald Trump’s loss in 2020. The lawsuit was one of several filed by liberal watchdog group American Oversight against former Wisconsin Supreme Court […]
'Cheers' bar sells for $675,000 at Dallas auction of items from classic TV shows
DALLAS (AP) — The bar from the television series “Cheers” sold for $675,000 at auction over the weekend, garnering the highest bid among the nearly 1,000 props, costumes and sets from classic TV shows offered up from a collection amassed by one man over more than three decades. Heritage Auctions said that the items sold […]
Hoskin wins another 4-year term as chief of Cherokee Nation, country's most populous tribe
TAHLEQUAH, Okla. (AP) — Cherokee Nation’s Principal Chief Chuck Hoskin Jr. won reelection to another four-year term as leader of the nation’s most populous tribe, according to unofficial results posted Monday on the tribe’s website. Those results, which are expected to be certified later Monday by the tribe’s Election Commission, show Hoskin won nearly 63% […]
With new video, Gov. Doug Burgum of North Dakota edges closer to Republican presidential race
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum took another step toward entering the race for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination, posting a YouTube video on Monday touting his rise from a small town boy to a self-made software entrepreneur and a successful governor who has cut red tape and taxes. Although the video doesn’t mention it, Burgum […]
Mississippi harms free speech by requiring state permits before protests, lawsuit says
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — A new Mississippi law will restrict free speech by requiring people to obtain permission from state law enforcement officials for any protest near the statehouse, Governor’s Mansion or other state government buildings in the capital city of Jackson, according to a lawsuit that seeks to block the mandate from taking effect […]
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Here are the biggest tips to keep your AC bill low this summer
PHOENIX — In Arizona during the summer, having a working air conditioning unit is not just a pleasure, but a necessity. No one wants to walk from their sweltering car just to continue to be hot in their home. As the triple digits hit around the Valley and are here to stay, your AC bill […]
5 mental health myths you didn’t know were made up
Helping individuals understand mental health diagnoses like obsessive compulsive spectrum disorder or generalized anxiety disorder isn’t always an easy undertaking. After all, our society tends to spread misconceptions about mental health like wildfire. This is why being mindful about how we talk about mental health is so important. We can either perpetuate misinformation about already […]
Thank you to Al McCoy for 51 years as voice of the Phoenix Suns
Sanderson Ford wants to share its thanks to Al McCoy for the impact he made in the Valley for more than a half-decade.
Spinal fusion surgery has come a long way, despite misconceptions
As Dr. Justin Field of the Desert Institute for Spine Care explained, “we've come a long way over the last couple of decades.”
Why drug-free weight loss still matters
Wanting to lose weight is a common goal for many people as they progress throughout life, but choosing between a holistic approach or to take medicine can be a tough decision.
How to identify the symptoms of 3 common anxiety disorders
Living with an anxiety disorder can be debilitating and cause significant stress for those who suffer from the condition.