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KTAR News anchor Jayme West reads to 3rd graders as part of 'Read to the Final Four'
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Study says the US is ill-prepared to ensure housing for the growing number of older people
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1 teen killed, 2 others critically injured in west Phoenix shooting
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Henry Kissinger, secretary of state under Presidents Nixon and Ford, dies at 100
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US economic growth for last quarter is revised up to a 5.2% annual rate
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US 93 reopened after crash closed highway in both directions near Wickenburg
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Hospital security guard in Phoenix accused of sexual misconduct with dead body
A hospital security guard in Phoenix was arrested Tuesday after being accused of sexual misconduct with a dead body, authorities said.
Subject of Silver Alert found dead in Avondale a week after last being seen
A subject of a Silver Alert was found dead in Avondale on Tuesday, a week after he had last been seen in the Valley.
Tempe starts testing wastewater for common viruses, including influenza
Tempe has begun testing its wastewater for common viruses, such as influenza, and vector-borne diseases.
86-year-old man found dead in Phoenix a month after he went missing
An 86-year-old man who went missing a month ago, prompting a Silver Alert, was found dead Monday in west Phoenix, authorities said.
Former MMA fighter from Scottsdale named James Bond arrested for alleged child sex crimes
A former MMA fighter from Scottsdale was arrested in Florida last week for his alleged involvement in child sex crimes, authorities said.
2 Arizona county officials indicted on election interference charges from 2022
Two Arizona county officials have been indicted on election interference charges stemming from their conduct in 2022, officials announced Wednesday.
ArizonaSports.com
Arizona State men’s basketball stifles Sam Houston in blowout win
ASU men's basketball used strong defense and a great performance from Jose Perez to take down Sam Houston State on Wednesday.
Suns can’t complete comeback against Raptors as offense sputters
Kevin Durant scored 11 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter for Phoenix after missing two games because of a sore foot.
Suns guard Devin Booker suffers right leg injury vs. Raptors
Phoenix Suns superstar Devin Booker suffered an injury to his lower right leg early in the third quarter against the Raptors on Wednesday.
Suns star Kevin Durant returns to lineup vs. Raptors; Allen, Little to miss game
Kevin Durant is set to return to the lineup on Wednesday for the Phoenix Suns at they take on the Toronto Raptors north of the border.
Kyler Murray focused on breaking old habits as he works to perfect Cardinals offense
Three weeks down, five to go in QB Kyler Murray's eight-game audition for the Arizona Cardinals' new regime.
Cardinals-Steelers injury report: Arizona down top 3 receivers on Wednesday
The Arizona Cardinals' top three receivers -- Hollywood Brown, Trey McBride and Michael Wilson -- were out on Wednesday.
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Arizona Business
M Culinary Concepts hiring hundreds ahead of Valley event season
Arizona-based caterer M Culinary Concepts will hire over 300 hospitality professionals ahead of upcoming events in the Valley.
Manzana, an eye-catching mixed-use project, coming to Phoenix's Roosevelt Row
An eye-catching mixed-use project called Manzana is coming to the Roosevelt Row Arts District in downtown Phoenix.
Companies building Frito-Lay facility in Gilbert get $12M construction loan
The companies developing a shipping and distribution center for Frito-Lay in Gilbert have obtained a $12 million construction loan.
Arizona Health
Tempe starts testing wastewater for common viruses, including influenza
Tempe has begun testing its wastewater for common viruses, such as influenza, and vector-borne diseases.
Arizona Gov. Hobbs signs abortion rights petition, reaffirms desire for more access
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs wants to see abortion rights enshrined in the state constitution, but took a ceremonial step Tuesday in making sure the issue was on the ballot next year.
Arizona suing pharmacy benefit managers, manufacturers over increased insulin prices
Arizona is suing multiple pharmacy benefit managers and manufacturers, accusing them of raising insulin prices as a result of rebate schemes.
Arizona Votes
2 Arizona county officials indicted on election interference charges from 2022
Two Arizona county officials have been indicted on election interference charges stemming from their conduct in 2022, officials announced Wednesday.
Mohave County supervisors again reject plan to hand count all 2024 ballots
Mohave County officials narrowly rejected a proposal to hand count all ballots in the 2024 election cycle rather than using tabulation machines.
Former TV anchor Lake's campaign strategy could be anchor that drags her to bottom of election lake
The latest polling shows that Kari Lake's campaign strategy could be pushing Republican voters away from her, according to KTAR News host Jim Sharpe.
Arizona Homeless News
Maricopa County invests $10M into housing projects for seniors, low-income families
Maricopa County officials approved $10 million to convert a hotel into senior housing and build a rental community for low-income families.
Mesa moves forward with converting hotel into temporary homeless shelter
The city of Mesa announced Monday it will move forward with converting a former hotel into a temporary homeless shelter.
What's next for those who were living in The Zone homeless encampment in Phoenix?
As the last of the individuals living in "The Zone" homeless encampment in downtown Phoenix were connected to services or placed in temporary housing, some wonder if their new path will be sustainable.
Arizona Education
Glendale Community College earns music school accreditation
The National Association of Schools of Music notified Glendale Community College of their music school accreditation.
University of Arizona students, teachers angry over $240M budget shortfall
Students and faculty members harshly criticized University of Arizona President Robert C. Robbins on Thursday over a $240 million budget shortfall.
Grand Canyon University says it's appealing 'ridiculous' $37.7M federal fine
Grand Canyon University is fighting a $37.7 million fine by the federal government over allegations that it lied to students about the cost of its programs.
Arizona Technology
Rocker Sammy Hagar to sell his rare hybrid Ferrari at Scottsdale Barrett-Jackson auction
Rock star Sammy Hagar will put a one-of-a-kind Ferrari on the block during the 2024 Barrett-Jackson collector car auction in Scottsdale.
APS unveils 15-year plan that will meet rising energy demand
APS announced it filed a new plan that will address growing customer energy needs at the Arizona Corporation Commission on Wednesday.
Waymo, Uber launch autonomous vehicle service partnership 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.
United States
Infrequent grand juries can mean long pretrial waits in jail in Mississippi, survey shows
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Most people in Mississippi’s county jails have been locked up at least three months while waiting to go on trial. Some have longer wait times because two-thirds of the counties only convene grand juries two or three times a year, according to a survey released Thursday by a group that tracks […]
Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge shows price pressures continuing to cool
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation measure cooled last month, the latest sign that price pressures are waning in the face of high interest rates and moderating economic growth. Thursday’s report from the Commerce Department said prices were unchanged from September to October, down from a 0.4% rise the previous month. Compared with […]
Thousands of fake Facebook accounts shut down by Meta were primed to polarize voters ahead of 2024
WASHINGTON (AP) — Someone in China created thousands of fake social media accounts designed to appear to be from Americans and used them to spread polarizing political content in an apparent effort to divide the U.S. ahead of next year’s elections, Meta said Thursday. The network of nearly 4,800 fake accounts was attempting to build […]
Biden administration proposes biggest changes to lead pipe rules in more than three decades
Most U.S. cities would have to replace lead water pipes within 10 years under strict new rules proposed by the Environmental Protection Agency as the Biden administration moves to reduce lead in drinking water and prevent public health crises like the ones in Flint, Michigan and Washington, D.C. Millions of people consume drinking water from […]
Stock market today: Wall Street moves higher ahead of US inflation update, OPEC+ meeting
Wall Street ticked higher early Thursday ahead of the most recent data release on U.S. consumer inflation and a meeting of oil producers in Vienna. Futures for the S&P 500 rose 0.3% before the bell and futures for the Dow Jones Industrial Average were 0.5% higher. Every sector of the S&P 500 showed gains early […]
Oklahoma prepares to execute man for 2001 double slaying despite self-defense claim
McALESTER, Okla. (AP) — Oklahoma is preparing to execute a man for a 2001 double slaying despite his claims that he acted in self-defense. Phillip Hancock, 59, is scheduled to receive a three-drug lethal injection Thursday morning at the Oklahoma State Penitentiary in McAlester. Oklahoma’s Pardon and Parole Board voted 3-2 this month to recommend […]
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KTAR launches online holiday auction benefitting Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley
KTAR is teaming up with The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley for a holiday auction benefitting thousands of Valley kids.
Valley residents should be mindful of plumbing ahead of holidays
With Halloween in the rear-view and more holidays coming up, Day & Night recommends that Valley residents prepare accordingly.
The best ways to honor our heroes on Veterans Day and give back to the community
Veterans Day is fast approaching and there's no better way to support our veterans than to donate to the Military Assistance Mission.
Interest rates may have peaked. Should you buy a CD, high-yield savings account, or a fixed annuity?
Interest rates are the highest they’ve been in decades, and it looks like the Fed has paused hikes. This may be the best time to lock in rates for long-term, low-risk financial products like fixed annuities.
The 2023 Diamondbacks are a good example to count on the underdog
The Arizona Diamondbacks made the World Series as a surprise. That they made the playoffs at all, got past the Milwaukee Brewers in the NL Wild Card round, swept the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS and won two road games in Philadelphia to close out a full seven-game NLCS went against every expectation. Now, […]
West Hunsaker at Morris Hall supports Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona
KTAR's Community Spotlight this month focuses on Morris Hall and its commitment to supporting the Make-A-Wish Foundation in Arizona.