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Phoenix Police Department unveils strategic plan to reduce crime
The Phoenix Police Department on Monday unveiled a strategic plan that takes a community and victim-centered approach to reducing crime.
East Valley massage therapist accused of sexual offenses
An East Valley massage therapist accused of sexual offenses was arrested last week, and police are looking for more possible victims.
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 arrested after 1 killed, 2 injured in Glendale triple-shooting
A suspect accused of shooting three people, killing one, in Glendale on Sunday afternoon during a domestic dispute has been arrested.
SR 87 northeast of metro Phoenix reopens after shutting down due to brush fire
A brush fire northeast of metro Phoenix temporarily shut down State Route 87 on Sunday as crews worked to contain the blaze, authorities said.
Buckeye police release new information on missing geologist Daniel Robinson
Buckeye police have released new key findings on the Daniel Robinson missing person case.
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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.
New health kitchen ProteinHouse owners seek to expand in Arizona
The Valley's three ProteinHouse locations are under new leadership that seeks to open more restaurants in the state.
Construction of apartment complex in Peoria to begin later this year
A Scottsdale-based real-estate development company has secured land in Peoria and plans to build an apartment complex.
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.
ArizonaSports.com
Golden Knights take control of Stanley Cup Final with Game 2 win vs. Panthers
The Vegas Golden Knights seized control of the Stanley Cup Final with a 7-2 victory over the Panthers to take a 2-0 series lead Monday night.
D-backs’ Emmanuel Rivera building role after challenge to prove himself
Emmanuel Rivera started the year in Reno with something to prove and has been a consistent threat in the D-backs' lineup since coming back.
Cardinals LB Zaven Collins embracing life on the edge
Cardinals linebacker Zaven Collins is getting more work on the outside than ever before since arriving to the desert in 2020.
Colt McCoy, Cardinals experiencing the ‘learning curve’ of new regime
Cardinals quarterback Colt McCoy sees the value in organized team activity reps, especially working under a new OC and offensive scheme.
Arizona Cardinals sign CBs Bobby Price, Dylan Mabin
The Arizona Cardinals added a pair of cornerbacks on Monday, announcing the signings of Bobby Price and Dylan Mabin.
ASU football lands former Idaho State kicker, punter Ian Hershey
Place kicker Ian Hershey announced his commitment to Arizona State football after transferring from Idaho State.
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
California investigating whether DeSantis involved in flying asylum-seekers from Texas to Sacramento
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — Officials were investigating Tuesday whether Florida’s Gov. Ron DeSantis was behind a flight that picked up asylum-seekers on the Texas border and flew them — apparently without their knowledge — to California’s capital, even as faith-based groups scrambled to find housing and food for them. About 20 people ranging in age […]
Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie set to launch 2024 presidential bid at New Hampshire town hall
NEW YORK (AP) — Former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie is set to launch his bid for the Republican nomination for president at a town hall in New Hampshire on Tuesday evening. The campaign will be the second for Christie, who lost to Trump in 2016 and went on to become a close on-and-off adviser […]
Missouri man facing execution for killing 2 jailers in failed bid to help inmate escape in 2000
A man who shot and killed two rural Missouri jailers nearly 23 years ago during a failed bid to help an inmate escape is set to be executed Tuesday evening. for killing Leon Egley and Jason Acton at the small Randolph County Jail on June 22, 2000. Tisius’ lawyers have urged the U.S. Supreme Court […]
Trump's lawyers say defamation claim by NY writer must fail because jury agreed he never raped her
NEW YORK (AP) — A New York writer who won a $5 million jury verdict against ex-President Donald Trump can’t win a pending defamation lawsuit against him because the jury agreed with Trump that he never raped her, his lawyers told a judge Monday. The lawyers urged Judge Lewis A. Kaplan to reject columnist E. […]
Hollywood actors guild votes to authorize strike, as writers strike continues
Actors represented by the Hollywood union SAG-AFTRA voted Monday evening to authorize a strike if they don’t agree on a new contract with major studios, streamers and production companies by June 30. The guild, which represents over 160,000 screen actors, broadcast journalists, announcers, hosts and stunt performers, begins its negotiations with the Alliance of Motion […]
Microsoft will pay $20M to settle U.S. charges of illegally collecting children's data
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Microsoft will pay a fine of $20 million to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it illegally collected and retained the data of children who signed up to use its Xbox video game console. The agency charged that Microsoft gathered the data without notifying parents or obtaining their consent, and that […]
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Here are the biggest tips to keep your AC bill low this summer
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5 mental health myths you didn’t know were made up
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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.