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Police arrest suspect after deadly shooting in Buckeye
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Officers seize over 100 pounds of cocaine at Arizona-California border
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Scottsdale man accused of stealing millions in music royalties
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Arizona Heart Foundation to provide free screenings for rural communities
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Arizona prison system implements changes after reviewing January escape
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Tucson border patrol agent dies in line of duty; flags to fly half-staff Saturday
Flags will fly at half-staff across the state Saturday for a Tucson border patrol agent that died in the line of duty.
Kevin Stone
In CNN interview, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema won't tip hand on $2T domestic bill
U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema wouldn’t commit to supporting her party’s $2 trillion domestic agenda during a sit-down interview with CNN on Thursday, but she didn’t provide specifics on how to secure her vote.
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Acrobats imagine animals' lives after dark for new Phoenix Zoo fundraiser
The Phoenix Zoo announced a new fundraising event -- Animals After Dark, An Aerial Experience -- featuring animal-themed acrobatics performed against the backdrop of the venue’s main lake.
Danny Shapiro
Eegee's opening Mesa location, its second in the East Valley, in mid-December
Eegee's has set an opening date for its second foray into the East Valley, this time in Mesa.
Associated Press
Northern Arizona sheriff pleads guilty to operating boat while drunk
Yavapai County Sheriff David Rhodes pleaded guilty on Thursday to operating a boat while under the influence of alcohol and was sentenced to a year of probation and will spend two days in home confinement.
KTAR.com
Arizona delta wave reaches new heights in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
Arizona health officials reported 5,236 new COVID-19 cases and 14 additional deaths on Friday as the delta wave surges to new heights.Arizona Health
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Arizona delta wave reaches new heights in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
Arizona health officials reported 5,236 new COVID-19 cases and 14 additional deaths on Friday as the delta wave surges to new heights.
Associated Press
Abortions in Arizona could end if Supreme Court overturns decision
Abortions in Arizona could become illegal overnight if the U.S. Supreme Court overturns its landmark 1973 decision that said a woman has a constitutional right to end her pregnancy without government interference.
KTAR.com
Arizona reports 4,012 new COVID-19 cases, 33 more deaths Thursday
Arizona health officials reported 4,012 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday, eclipsing 4,000 for the first time in over a week, with 33 additional deaths.
Griselda Zetino
Arizona health expert: Restricting US travel not the answer for omicron spread
The United States is looking to add more travel rules now that the new omicron variant of the coronavirus has been detected in California, but a local health expert doesn’t think travel bans are the answer.
KTAR.com
After 3-day dip, Arizona adds over 3,000 COVID-19 cases Wednesday
Arizona’s daily report of new COVID-19 cases was back over 3,000 on the first day of December after November ended with three days below that mark.
KTAR.com
Arizona, 11 other states granted injunction in suit over vaccine mandate for health care workers
Arizona and 11 other states were granted a nationwide injunction Tuesday in a lawsuit against President Joe Biden’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate for certain health care workers.
ArizonaSports.com
Tyler Drake
Bears skating on thin ice entering Week 13 matchup vs. Cardinals
The name of the game for the Cardinals for most of the season has been to stop the run. That couldn't be more true in Week 13.
Associated Press
Utah punches ticket to Rose Bowl with dominant win over Oregon
Pac-12 South champions No. 14 Utah clinched the first Rose Bowl berth in school history with a 38-10 victory over No. 10 Oregon.
Tyler Drake
Cardinals ‘silent assassin’ Jalen Thompson exceeding expectations
"... He’s always kind of thirsting for knowledge since he got here," Cardinals coach Kliff Kingsbury said of Jalen Thompson.
Associated Press
Coyotes give up 7 goals in loss to Golden Knights
The Arizona Coyotes lost at home to the Vegas Golden Knights, giving up four of their seven goals allowed in the second period.
Kellan Olson
Suns put up a fight against Warriors before taking 1st loss in over a month
We often hear the saying of "not going down without a fight," and boy, is that apt for the Phoenix Suns' franchise-record winning streak.
Arizona Sports
Suns’ winning streak ends at 18 games after loss to Warriors
The Phoenix Suns' 18-game winning streak that became a franchise record on Thursday ended on Friday after a loss to the Golden State Warriors.Arizona Business
Danny Shapiro
Eegee's opening Mesa location, its second in the East Valley, in mid-December
Eegee's has set an opening date for its second foray into the East Valley, this time in Mesa.
Taylor Tasler
MLB lockout could devastate Arizona businesses if no agreement before spring training
The lockout of Major League Baseball has the Cactus League's executive director concerned about the impact on local businesses if no agreement is reached by spring training.
Kevin Stone
Mountain Mike’s Pizza to make Arizona debut in Mesa this month
California-based Mountain Mike’s Pizza is climbing over to Arizona, with the Grand Canyon State’s first location opening soon in Mesa.
Kevin Stone
Climbing gym, boutique fitness studio to open at Chandler shopping center
The Alta Boulders climbing gym opens Friday at Las Tiendas Village, while Eat the Frog Fitness is planning to debut at the Chandler shopping center in January.
Kevin Stone
The Mexicano, Maggiore Group's latest creation, set to open in Phoenix
The minds behind Hash Kitchen, The Sicilian Butcher and The Sicilian Baker are ready to serve up a new concept in Phoenix: The Mexicano.
KTAR.com
Here are employers who are hiring in metro Phoenix
With businesses opening to full capacity and looking to rebound from the COVID-19 pandemic, employers in metro Phoenix and Arizona are looking to hire. Here's the list of employers looking for workers.United States
Associated Press
Biden administration to implement new measures for travelers entering US
Travelers heading to the U.S. will be required to show evidence of a negative test for the virus within one day of boarding their flight.Associated Press
Hawaii mountains to see snow after rare blizzard warning
HONOLULU (AP) — The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for mountains on Hawaii’s Big Island, saying wind gusts of above 100 mph (160 kph) and 12 inches (30.4 centimeters) or more of snow were possible. The warning in effect through Sunday morning for Big Island summits said “travel should be restricted to […]
Associated Press
Lenny Kravitz wows at private party during Miami Art week
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Legendary rocker Lenny Kravitz gave a private performance Friday for a star-studded crowd that included Leonardo DiCaprio and local Latin boy band CNCO during Miami’s Art Week. The lavish party is an annual affair hosted by business mogul and art collector Wayne Boich. He and his wife also hosted a […]
Associated Press
Man accused of trying to intimidate judge in Potter trial
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minneapolis man has been charged with trying to intimidate the judge presiding over the manslaughter trial of the former officer charged in Daunte Wright’s death. The Star Tribune reports Cortez A. Rice was charged last week with tampering with a judicial officer, a felony. Rice allegedly went into the Loring Park […]
Associated Press
Alabama inmate who survived execution bid buried with family
BIRMINGHAM, Ala. (AP) — An Alabama inmate who survived an execution attempt and died years later of natural causes was laid to rest in a grave dug by family and friends, his lawyer said. Doyle Lee Hamm, who was convicted of capital murder in the slaying of a motel clerk in 1987, was buried Friday […]
Associated Press
EXPLAINER: Stuck jet stream, La Nina causing weird weather
America’s winter wonderland is starting out this season as anything but traditional. The calendar says December but for much of the country temperatures beckon for sandals. Umbrellas, if not arks, are needed in the Pacific Northwest, while in the Rockies snow shovels are gathering cobwebs. Meteorologists attribute the latest batch of record-shattering weather extremes to […]Podcasts
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Scottsdale Police determine no criminal conduct committed by school board member
The Scottsdale Police Department concluded its investigation Thursday into dossier allegations against school board member and former president Jann-Michael Greenberg, saying no crimes were committed.
Torrence Dunham
Shooting incident won't cause Phoenix Union High School District to rethink resource officers
A shooting incident at Cesar Chavez High School on Monday won't result in the Phoenix Union High School District rethinking its decision to remove school resource officers, Superintendent Dr. Chad Gestson said.
KTAR.com
Kyrene School District approves higher pay for substitute teachers
The Kyrene School District Governing Board on Tuesday approved a pay increase for substitute teachers.Arizona Technology
Kim Komando
You can show photos saved to your phone on your TV
If you’re not watching anything, why not display your favorite photos? Here are a few easy ways to get the job done, straight from your phone.
Kim Komando
Amazon shoppers need to take these steps during the holidays
The holiday shopping season is a good time to revisit Amazon's security essentials, so you don’t have to worry about spoiling a surprise or putting your privacy at risk.
KTAR.com
$240M in tech, research proposals approved for ASU, UArizona, NAU
The board governing Arizona’s three public universities recently approved $240 million in funding proposals for technology and research advancements.
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Canvas Annuity
Annuity basics: how to retire with a guaranteed paycheck for life
Does the thought of retirement fill you with stress or with happiness? Everyone wants to spend their retirement in a way that brings them the most joy, whether that’s traveling the world or spending extra time at home with grandkids.
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Gain insights on next year’s trends at 58th Annual Economic Forecast Luncheon
Employment is recovering from the severe contraction induced by the pandemic, but it is still way below levels at the start of 2020. Can it fully recover in the coming year?
Sanderson Ford
Sanderson Ford offers cars and deals for all this holiday season
Sanderson Ford’s No! Vember Black Friday sale is giving an opportunity to purchase a new 2021 vehicle just in time for the holiday season.
ENVOQUE MD
Thyroid issues: Here are the warning signs and what to do
In a 100-person office in the United States, an estimated 12 co-workers, employees and loved ones, will likely develop a thyroid condition during their lifetime. That’s because, according to the American Thyroid Association, more than 12% of the U.S. population will experience thyroid issues.
Sweet James
Upcoming holiday season is peak time for DUI arrests
The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it’s also the most dangerous time of the year to be driving. That’s why it’s important to remember to call Sweet James Accident Attorneys if you’re injured or arrested because of a DUI accident.