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KTAR.com
Police exchange late-night gunfire with man on Phoenix street
Police in Phoenix exchanged gunfire with a man late Thursday and later found him wounded at a home, where they took him into custody.
Associated Press
Top election officials in Arizona county leave amid threats
The elected county recorder and the elections director in Arizona's Yavapai County are resigning after more than a year and a half of threats and heated criticism from backers of former President Donald Trump who accept his lie that he lost the 2020 election because of fraud.
KTAR.com
Silver Alert canceled for 67-year-old woman last seen in Mesa
A Silver Alert was canceled Saturday morning for a 67-year-old woman last seen in Mesa, authorities said.
KTAR.com
Hot weather, clear skies forecast for Valley over Fourth of July weekend
People likely won't have to worry about the monsoon season putting a damper on Independence Day celebrations this weekend in the Valley, but temperatures will continue to be in the triple digits.
KTAR.com
Scammers target Valley residents with jury duty fraud scheme
The Maricopa County Superior Court said scammers are tricking Valley residents over the phone into paying up to avoid arrest and fines for not showing up for jury duty.
KTAR.com
Here's how to keep your pet healthy and safe during the Fourth of July
Here are some tips on how to keep your pet healthy and safe during the Fourth of July, a typically rough day for animals because of fireworks.Featured KTAR News Content
Arizona Health
Danny Shapiro
Connecticut woos Arizona businesses unhappy with state's abortion law
Connecticut’s top politicians are inviting Arizona businesses to relocate if they are unhappy with the Grand Canyon State’s restrictive abortion laws following the overturning of Roe vs. Wade.
Associated Press
U.S. Supreme Court: Arizona can enforce genetic issue abortion ban
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday allowed enforcement of a 2021 Arizona law that lets prosecutors bring felony charges against doctors who knowingly terminate pregnancies solely because the fetuses have a genetic abnormality such as Down syndrome.
Danny Shapiro
Gunnigle says Mitchell stance on abortion law creates more confusion in Maricopa County
Democratic candidate Julie Gunnigle believes acting Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell's stance on how to enforce abortion law in light of Roe v. Wade being overturned has only caused more confusion.
Danny Shapiro
AG Mark Brnovich says pre-statehood abortion ban is law of the land in Arizona
Attorney General Mark Brnovich released a conclusion Wednesday stating a pre-statehood abortion ban that only allows the procedure when it saves the mother's life is the law of the land in Arizona.
SuElen Rivera
Democratic Arizona gubernatorial Hobbs vows to protect women, providers following abortion ruling
Hours after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending almost 50 years of constitutional protections for abortions, Arizona candidate for governor Katie Hobbs vowed to protect women and health care providers if elected in this November's election.
KTAR.com
Scottsdale Community College launching new pharmacy tech training program
Scottsdale Community College announced this week the launch of a pharmacy technician training program.
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Associated Press
Arizona Diamondbacks pitching gets rocked in loss to Colorado Rockies
The Colorado Rockies scored 11 runs on 12 hits off of Arizona Diamondbacks pitching as the D-backs fell 11-7 on Saturday night at Coors Field.
Jake Anderson
Dallas Keuchel roughed up in 2nd start for Diamondbacks vs. Rockies
It was a rough day at the office for D-backs left-handed starting pitcher Dallas Keuchel against the Rockies at Coors Field on Saturday night.
Associated Press
J.T. Poston eagles 17th hole to take 3-shot lead at John Deere Classic
J.T. Poston made up for two bogeys with an eagle on the 17th hole to take a three-stroke lead into the final round of the John Deere Classic.
Jake Anderson
Josh Okogie agrees to 1-year deal with Phoenix Suns, per report
The Phoenix Suns have agreed to a one-year deal with free agent wing Josh Okogie, according to The Athletic‘s Shams Charania.
Jake Anderson
Report: Phoenix Suns trading for Atlanta Hawks center Jock Landale
The Phoenix Suns are trading for Atlanta Hawks center Jock Landale, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania.
Alex Weiner
D-backs recall OF Cooper Hummel, option 1B/OF Pavin Smith
The Arizona Diamondbacks recalled rookie Cooper Hummel and optioned first baseman Pavin Smith to Triple-A Reno, the team announced Saturday.Arizona Business
Kevin Stone
Phoenix Mexican restaurant Ladera Taverna closing, will reopen as The Vig
Ladera Taverna y Cocina is saying adios this weekend after six years in Phoenix’s Sunnyslope neighborhood and will be converted into another location of The Vig.
Danny Shapiro
Ground broken on 2 million-square-foot Gateway Grand industrial park in Mesa
Ground was broken Tuesday on the 2 million-square-foot Gateway Grand industrial park in Mesa, which is expected to be completed in 2023.
KTAR.com
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signs $18 billion budget for 2023 fiscal year
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Tuesday signed the $18 billion budget into law that makes hefty investments in education, border security and infrastructure.
KTAR.com
Grand Canyon National Park tourism generated $710 million for local economy in 2021
Tourism in Grand Canyon National Park brought in $710 million for the local economy in 2021, according to a report released Monday.
Tom Kuebel
The Rose Garden cocktail lounge coming to US Bank Center in Phoenix
A new cocktail lounge will be opening in downtown Phoenix in the US Bank Building at the corner of Monroe Street and First Avenue.
Tom Kuebel
Developer chosen for P83 project near Peoria Sports Complex
The city of Peoria announced a partnership with Common Bond Development Group to redevelop an area near the Peoria Sports Complex.
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Associated Press
Long-missing Alexander Hamilton letter put on public display
BOSTON (AP) — A letter written by Alexander Hamilton in 1780 and believed stolen decades ago from the Massachusetts state archives is going back on display — though not exactly in the room where it happened. The founding father’s letter will be the featured piece at the Commonwealth Museum’s annual July Fourth exhibit, Secretary of […]
Associated Press
Abortion ruling puts spotlight on gerrymandered legislatures
In overturning a half-century of nationwide legal protection for abortion, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that Roe v. Wade had been wrongly decided and that it was time to “return the issue of abortion to the people’s elected representatives” in the states. Whether those elected officials are truly representative of the people is a matter […]
Associated Press
Black Jewish leader works to boost community, inclusiveness
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Nate Looney is a Black man who grew up in Los Angeles, a descendant of enslaved people from generations ago. He’s also an observant, kippah-wearing Jew. But he doesn’t always feel welcome in Jewish spaces — his skin color sometimes elicits questioning glances, suspicions and hurtful assumptions. Once, he walked into […]
Associated Press
From one July Fourth to the next, a steep slide for Biden
WASHINGTON (AP) — Last Fourth of July, President Joe Biden gathered hundreds of people outside the White House for an event that would have been unthinkable for many Americans the previous year. With the coronavirus in retreat, they ate hamburgers and watched fireworks over the National Mall. Although the pandemic wasn’t over yet, Biden said, […]
Associated Press
After abortion ruling, clinic staff grapple with trauma
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — Danielle Maness has squeezed the hands of hundreds of anxious patients lying on tables in the procedure room, now empty. She’s recorded countless vital signs and delivered scores of snacks to the recovery area, now silent. Peering into each darkened room at West Virginia ‘s only abortion clinic, the chief nurse […]Associated Press
North Texas shooter kills 2, wounds 3 cops, takes own life
HALTOM CITY, Texas (AP) — A gunman killed two people and wounded four others, including three police officers, before taking his own life Saturday evening in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, police said. Haltom City Police Det. Matt Spillane said early Sunday that all of those wounded in the shooting in a residential neighborhood had non-life […]Podcasts
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Arizona Education
Kevin Stone
UArizona offers free tuition for Native American undergraduate students
The University of Arizona is making undergraduate education free for Native American students at the Tucson campus.
KTAR.com
Scottsdale Community College launching new pharmacy tech training program
Scottsdale Community College announced this week the launch of a pharmacy technician training program.
Associated Press
Arizona House Republicans back universal school voucher expansion
Republicans in the Arizona House approved a massive expansion of the state's private school voucher program Wednesday, voting to allow any of the state's 1.1 million public school students to apply to use public money to attend private schools.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
How to spot hidden cameras in your vacation rentals
If you're going on vacation any time soon, it's essential to know your rights regarding surveillance cameras in your rental.
Taylor Tasler
100 Club of Arizona unveils apps to help first responders with mental health issues
After a rough couple of years due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 100 Club of Arizona is hoping to give back to the state's first responders by unveiling an app to deal with mental health issues.
Kim Komando
5 clever ways to use Echo and Alexa that you'll wish you knew sooner
Let's jump into five smart ways smart assistant Alexa can enhance your life, starting with your home's security.
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Dr. Richard Carmona
Great news: Children under 5 can now get COVID-19 vaccine
After more than two years of battle with an invisible killer, we can now vaccinate the youngest among us against COVID-19. This is great news.
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Condor Airlines shows passion for destinations from Sky Harbor with new-look aircraft
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Most plumbing problems can be fixed with regular maintenance
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Vaccines are safe if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
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