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NEW: US panel backs COVID-19 boosters only for elderly, high-risk
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Many faith leaders say no to endorsing vaccine exemptions
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Arizona couple who fought with cops after mask request sentenced
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Tolleson high school teacher wins Gaydos and Chad's teacher tribute
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US 60 east of metro Phoenix reopens with new Pinto Creek bridge in place
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Phoenix police arrest suspect in killing of tow truck driver
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Arizona News
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Here's how public can participate in Arizona redistricting process
The panel tasked with redrawing Arizona’s congressional and legislative districts has set a series of public hearings about the highly anticipated process over the next three weeks.12 hours ago
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Valley photographer accused of secretly recording people in studio bathroom
A Phoenix-area photographer has been arrested and accused of secretly recording multiple people in the bathroom of his studio, authorities said.12 hours ago
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Grand Canyon hiker from Maryland found alive by search crews
A Maryland man who'd gone missing while hiking at the North Rim of Grand Canyon was found alive Friday morning, authorities said.14 hours ago
Griselda Zetino
Arizona to get 5th largest number of Afghan evacuees in nation
Arizona will get the fifth largest number in the initial group of 37,000 Afghan evacuees who will resettle in the United States.14 hours ago
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Order up! Morning Squeeze joins downtown Phoenix landscape
Breakfast-lunch chain Morning Squeeze toasted the opening of a third spot Friday, adding another daytime dining option in downtown Phoenix.14 hours ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Restaurant Week starts Friday with new $55 option on menu
A pricier option has been added to the menu for the fall 2021 edition of Arizona Restaurant Week, a 10-day event that kicks off Friday.16 hours ago
Arizona Health
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Arizona reports 2,830 new COVID-19 cases, 19 more deaths Friday
Arizona health officials on Friday reported 2,830 new COVID-19 cases and 19 additional deaths from the disease.17 hours ago
Danny Shapiro
Carmona wants Arizona's focus on public health, not politics, in fight against COVID-19
When Dr. Richard Carmona joined Arizona's COVID-19 response team as an adviser late last month, one of his first goals was to shift the conversation about the pandemic from politics to public health.2 days ago
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Arizona reports 2,855 new COVID-19 cases, 27 more deaths Thursday
Arizona health officials on Thursday reported 2,855 new COVID-19 cases and 27 additional deaths from the disease.2 days ago
Kevin Stone
Banner poison center sees 'very concerning' ivermectin trend
Banner Health’s poison center managed 10 cases in August involving ivermectin, a drug some are using in an effort to treat or prevent COVID-19 despite warnings, including several requiring hospitalization.2 days ago
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Arizona reports 2,432 new COVID-19 cases, 29 more deaths Wednesday
Arizona health officials on Wednesday reported 2,432 new COVID-19 cases and 29 additional deaths from the disease.3 days ago
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Arizona reports 117 new COVID-19 deaths, adds 2,609 cases to total
Arizona health officials on Tuesday reported 117 new deaths from COVID-19, the most in one day in over six months, and 2,609 more confirmed cases.4 days ago
ArizonaSports.com
Griner scores 26 points in Mercury’s loss to Storm
The Phoenix Mercury are locked into the fifth seed of the WNBA playoffs after a loss to the Seattle Storm on Friday night.4 hours ago
Madison Bumgarner loses no-hit bid in 6th inning of D-backs loss
Madison Bumgarner had a no-hitter in seven innings earlier this year that didn't count, and he nearly got a real one on Friday.6 hours ago
Same but different: Cardinals face similar test as Week 1 in Cook, Vikings
Much like the Tennessee Titans, the Minnesota Vikings present a stout running game, two impressive receivers and a capable quarterback.9 hours ago
GM: Cards want to re-sign Chandler Jones; P2 departure was ‘business decision’
Chandler Jones tossed imaginary cash to celebrate a sack, then searched for more money in his general manager's pockets last Sunday.10 hours ago
D-backs reinstate Kole Calhoun, place Seth Beer on IL
The Arizona Diamondbacks reinstated outfielder Kole Calhoun and placed infielder/outfielder Seth Beer on the 10-day injured list.11 hours ago
Rodney Hudson already an integral part of Cardinals’ offensive success
The Arizona Cardinals' throttling of the Tennessee Titans on Sunday spoke volumes to the impact center Rodney Hudson has on the offense.14 hours ago
Arizona Business
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Order up! Morning Squeeze joins downtown Phoenix landscape
Breakfast-lunch chain Morning Squeeze toasted the opening of a third spot Friday, adding another daytime dining option in downtown Phoenix.14 hours ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona Restaurant Week starts Friday with new $55 option on menu
A pricier option has been added to the menu for the fall 2021 edition of Arizona Restaurant Week, a 10-day event that kicks off Friday.16 hours ago
SuElen Rivera
Multiple Valley museums offering free admission tickets this Saturday for Museum Day
A variety of Valley museum's will offer free entry as part of Museum Day on Saturday.21 hours ago
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Landscape hotel in Sedona moves closer to North American debut
A Sedona hotel that bills itself as one of a kind and environmentally friendly will open for business in December, developers said.21 hours ago
Danny Shapiro
Report shows 100% of Arizona private sector jobs recovered since pandemic start
The August employment report released Thursday by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity showed that the state has recovered 100% of private sector jobs since the beginnings of the COVID-19 pandemic.1 day ago
Danny Shapiro
Carmona wants Arizona's focus on public health, not politics, in fight against COVID-19
When Dr. Richard Carmona joined Arizona's COVID-19 response team as an adviser late last month, one of his first goals was to shift the conversation about the pandemic from politics to public health.2 days ago
United States
Associated Press
Photos show North Korea expanding uranium enrichment plant
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Recent satellite images shows North Korea is expanding a uranium enrichment plant at its main Yongbyon nuclear complex, a sign that it’s intent on boosting the production of bomb materials, experts say. The assessment comes after North Korea recently raised tensions by performing its first missile tests in six months […]2 hours ago
Associated Press
The Latest: India gives 25M vaccine doses on Modi's birthday
NEW DELHI — India gave out 25 million doses during a special COVID-19 vaccination drive organized on Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday. The campaign took place Friday as Modi turned 71. The Health Ministry said Saturday the special drive had raised India’s overall vaccinations to more than 790 million. Health Minister Mansukh Mandaviya called the […]2 hours ago
Associated Press
Aluminum wrap used to protect homes in California wildfires
RENO, Nev. (AP) — Martin Diky said he panicked as a huge wildfire started racing down a slope toward his wooden house near Lake Tahoe. The contractor had enough time to do some quick research and decided to wrap his mountain home with an aluminum protective covering. The material that can withstand intensive heat for […]3 hours ago
Associated Press
Prosecutor: Jurors conclude Durst heir 'killed them all'
INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) — Robert Durst’s long, bizarre and deadly run from the law ended when a Los Angeles County jury convicted him in the murder of his best friend more than 20 years ago. The 78-year-old New York real estate heir, who was long suspected but never charged in the disappearance of his wife […]4 hours ago
Associated Press
Pentagon reverses itself, calls deadly Kabul strike an error
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon has retreated from its defense of a drone strike that killed multiple civilians in Afghanistan last month, announcing that a review revealed that only civilians were killed in the attack, not an Islamic State extremist as first believed. “The strike was a tragic mistake,” Marine Gen. Frank McKenzie, head of […]4 hours ago
Associated Press
Democrats tackling flash points of taxes, health, climate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Revamp the tax code and important federal health care and environment programs. Spend $3.5 trillion over 10 years, but maybe a lot less. Ensure that no more than three Democrats in all of Congress vote “no” because Republicans will be unanimously opposed. Try to finish within the next couple of weeks. And […]4 hours ago
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Arizona Education
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Mesa High School evacuated after bomb threat called in
Mesa High School was evacuated Wednesday morning after a bomb threat was called in, authorities said.3 days ago
SuElen Rivera
71 Arizona nonprofits receive grants totaling $123M, trustees announce
In surprise individual presentations, 71 Arizona nonprofits were informed they will receive one-time grants totaling $123 million, officials announced Monday.4 days ago
Associated Press
Judge considering challenge to Arizona's school masks ban
A judge was considering whether to overturn several new Arizona laws that restrict the power of cities, counties and school districts to impose COVID-19 restrictions like mask mandates after hearing arguments in the case Monday.4 days ago
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South Mountain Community College breaks ground on $13.6M expansion, renovation
Construction of a $13.6 million science complex project at South Mountain Community College has begun with officials breaking ground on Monday.4 days ago
Associated Press
Arizona database flaws may put public safety at risk, auditors say
State auditors are casting a critical eye at the Arizona database used for conducting background checks of people seeking certain types of jobs or work licenses.6 days ago
SuElen Rivera
Ducey announces plans to work with educators, lawmakers to require 9/11 education
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Friday announced plans to work with educators and lawmakers to pass legislation guaranteeing 9/11 education in K-12 schools.7 days ago
Arizona Technology
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix nonprofit partners with app for gardeners to donate food for hunger relief efforts
A nonprofit that works to overcome poverty in Phoenix has partnered with a mobile app that will allow gardeners to donate food to support local hunger relief efforts, officials announced Thursday.4 days ago
Kim Komando
Scan photos and documents without buying a scanner
If you just need to get a digital copy of your license or some other document, I’ll show you how to do it with the tech you own instead of buying a scanner.6 days ago
Ken Colburn, Data Doctors
A variety of tech makes deleting internet cookies a waste of time
The most common way your behavior is tracked is through the use of cookies, which are small text files that are placed in your computer with information about your online activities. Now there's fingerprinting.7 days ago
KTAR.com
Electric-vehicle conversion company moving to Gilbert, hiring 300
A Tempe-based electric vehicle conversion manufacturer plans to move into a huge new facility in the East Valley before the end of year and then ramp up production by spring.10 days ago
Torrence Dunham
Arizona among the first states to allow residents to add driver's license to Apple Wallet
Presenting your driver's license or state ID at select airport security checkpoints is about to get much easier as Arizona is among the first states that will allow residents to have identification cards on their Apple products.11 days ago
Kim Komando
Take these steps to remove an ex from your digital life
After the end of a personal relationship you may decide to block or unfollow your ex on social media. That’s a start, but you have to do more to clean up your digital life.13 days ago
Sponsored Articles
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Grill like a pro this fall with tips from Albertsons
As the weather cools and football season kicks off, it’s a great time to fire up the grill and enjoy your favorite outdoor meals.16 days ago
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My Special Aflac Duck® taking flight in Arizona
For more than 65 years, Aflac has had the extraordinary opportunity and privilege to help provide peace of mind to individuals who have our supplemental insurance policies.2 months ago
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More stroke patients eligible for acute treatment, thanks to research
Historically, patients underwent acute stroke treatments according to strict time guidelines. But thanks to recent advancements in stroke research, more patients are becoming candidates for clot-busting drugs and endovascular therapy at specialized centers like Barrow Neurological Institute.2 months ago
Day & Night Air
Tips to lower your energy bill in the Arizona heat
Does your summer electric bill make you groan? Are you looking for effective ways to reduce your bill?2 months ago
Sanderson Ford
4 memorable All-Star moments
After a hiatus in 2020, the MLB All-Star Game is back at Coors Field in Denver on July 13. The Midsummer Classic is the symbolic midway point of Major League Baseball’s season and has been a popular summer tradition since 1933.3 months ago
