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Eco-conscious, luxury rental community opens in east Mesa
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Another sign that the US job market remains hot after US job openings rise unexpectedly in August
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US announces sweeping action against Chinese fentanyl supply chain producers
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Hunter Biden pleads not guilty to three federal gun charges filed after his plea deal collapsed
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Judge denies Phoenix request to extend clean up time at The Zone
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Kevin McCarthy out as speaker of the House: How Arizona representatives voted
Arizona News

ADOT uses updated technology to improve operation of freeway ramp meters
Updated technology has allowed the Arizona Department of Transportation to optimize the operation of its freeway ramp meters.

1 man dead, 2 arrested after Phoenix bus robbery leads to hit-and-run collision
A man faces possible murder charges after a victim he allegedly tried to rob on a Phoenix bus was hit and killed by a vehicle while fleeing.

1 man killed, another injured in collision on 19th Avenue in Phoenix
One man was killed and another was injured Monday afternoon when two vehicles collided on a Phoenix street, authorities said.

Arrest made in fatal afternoon shooting at Phoenix intersection
An arrest was made a week after an afternoon shooting left a man dead on a Phoenix street, authorities said Tuesday.

Opa! 62nd annual Original Phoenix Greek Festival set for this weekend
Greece is the word this weekend when The Original Phoenix Greek Festival returns for its annual three-day run.

Suspect behind bars after fatal shooting in Phoenix over weekend
A suspect was taken into custody after a man was fatally shot in a Phoenix neighborhood over the weekend, authorities said.
ArizonaSports.com

Diamondbacks’ young bats and stellar defense complete Game 1 comeback vs. Brewers
Three home runs and a stellar bullpen outing allowed the Diamondbacks to win Game 1 of the NLWS against the Brewers.

Freddy Peralta will start for Brewers in Wednesday wild card vs. Diamondbacks
The Milwaukee Brewers will throw starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in Game 2 of their NL Wild Card series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

36 unbothered: TV antennas and Phoenix Suns basketball for all
Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia is calculating that making his team available on TV antennas will pay off down the road.

Evan Longoria dive sets up Diamondbacks’ double-play to strand Brewers
Evan Longoria saved the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers with a diving snag.

Arizona basketball adds Phoenix-based big Emmanuel Stephen to 2024 class
The University of Arizona and men’s basketball coach Tommy Lloyd have added Emmanuel Stephen to the 2024 recruiting class.

Carroll, Marte hit back-to-back HRs; Diamondbacks bullpen helps take Game 1 from Brewers
Corbin Carroll and Ketel Marte answered after the Milwaukee Brewers jumped on the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the NL Wild Card series.
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Arizona Business

HUD awards ASU $3M grant for Arizona Research Center for Housing Equity and Sustainability
Arizona State University was chosen as one of four Hispanic Servicing institutions to receive a grant from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development for research centers.

Billion-dollar CrackerJax redevelopment project gets first approval in Scottsdale
The next billion-dollar development project in north Scottsdale took another step toward reality on Wednesday.

Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Sept. 30-Oct. 1
In case you missed it. Here are some of the biggest stories that headlined the Arizona news cycle over the weekend.
Arizona Health

Mountain Vista Medical Center, Jersey College partner to open nursing school in Mesa
Mountain Vista Medical Center and Jersey College partnered to establish a School of Nursing on the hospital's campus in Mesa, serving the East Valley.

HonorHealth rebrands its Valley cancer care services
HonorHealth announced Monday the rebranding of its cancer care services.

HUD awards ASU $3M grant for Arizona Research Center for Housing Equity and Sustainability
Arizona State University was chosen as one of four Hispanic Servicing institutions to receive a grant from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development for research centers.
Arizona Votes

Biden targets Trump's 'extremist movement' in democracy-focused speech in Tempe
President Joe Biden argued during a speech in Tempe “there is something dangerous happening in America” as he revives his warnings on Donald Trump.

Kari Lake reportedly plans to launch US Senate bid in Arizona for seat held by Kyrsten Sinema
Republican Kari Lake will soon launch her campaign for the U.S. Senate seat held by independent Kyrsten Sinema, a senior adviser said Thursday.

Report: Arizona sees high turnover of local election officials since 2020 presidential election
A new report from cross-partisan organization Issue One has found about 55% of the chief local election officials are new since the November 2020 presidential election.
Arizona Homeless News

Arizona GOP leaders want US Supreme Court to review homeless encampment case
Arizona Republican leaders hope the U.S. Supreme Court takes up a case that could change how lawmakers can deal with homeless encampments.

Phoenix sandwich shop owner still feels weight of fight over Zone homeless encampment
A Phoenix sandwich shop owner is still feeling the weight of a four-year battle after a favorable ruling in the Zone homeless encampment lawsuit.

Homeless ID project helps nearly 800 people in downtown Phoenix during first month
Nearly 800 state IDs were issued during the first month of the Homeless ID Project in downtown Phoenix.
Arizona Education

Mountain Vista Medical Center, Jersey College partner to open nursing school in Mesa
Mountain Vista Medical Center and Jersey College partnered to establish a School of Nursing on the hospital's campus in Mesa, serving the East Valley.

HUD awards ASU $3M grant for Arizona Research Center for Housing Equity and Sustainability
Arizona State University was chosen as one of four Hispanic Servicing institutions to receive a grant from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development for research centers.

Payroll issues: Ransomware attack impacts 21 Pinal County school districts
Pinal County schools confirmed their data processing service was attacked recently, putting paychecks in jeopardy for some employees.
Arizona Technology

Arizona tech tips: What's the difference between Zelle and Venmo
Mobile payment systems like Zelle and Venmo allow you to use your smartphone to transfer money and eliminates the need to write checks.

SRP invests $2.6 million in innovative research projects at Arizona universities
The Salt River Project has announced it has invested more than $2.6 million in 36 projects with several Arizona universities.

Research and development hub based at ASU gets nearly $40M in funding from CHIPS Act
A regional innovation hub based at Arizona State University was awarded nearly $40 million in federal funding to promote technological advances.
United States

Jill Biden urges women to get mammograms or other cancer exams during Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WASHINGTON (AP) — Jill Biden is urging women to consult their doctors about getting mammograms or other cancer screenings, saying in a new public service announcement for Breast Cancer Awareness Month that early detection saves lives. “October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and I’m asking you to put your health first,” the first lady says […]
Pilot accused of stalking New York woman via small airplane, flying from Vermont
BENNINGTON, Vt. (AP) — A man has been accused of stalking a woman in New York via his small airplane, flying out of an airport in nearby Vermont, police said. Michael Arnold, 65, was scheduled to appear in court Wednesday in Bennington, Vermont. He was arrested Tuesday as he was driving into the William H. […]
Thousands of US health care workers go on strike in multiple states over wages and staff shortages
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Picketing began Wednesday morning at Kaiser Permanente hospitals as some 75,000 health care workers go on strike in Virginia, California and three other states over wages and staffing shortages, marking the latest major labor unrest in the United States. Kaiser Permanente is one of the country’s larger insurers and health care […]

Biden presses student debt relief as payments resume after pandemic pause
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden will announce another wave of federal student loan forgiveness on Wednesday, according to a White House official, as borrowers brace for payments to restart after a three-year pause that began during the COVID-19 pandemic. His latest step will help 125,000 borrowers by erasing $9 billion in debt through existing […]
Stock market today: Wall Street futures inch higher as bond yields stabilize, oil prices slide
Wall Street shifted toward gains before the opening bell Wednesday, a day after rising bond yields pressured stocks and dragged down the technology sector. Futures for the Dow Jones industrials and the S&P 500 each ticked up 0.2%. Bond yields stabilized somewhat overnight, with the 2-year Treasury retreating to 5.11% from 5.15% late Tuesday. The […]

Cleanup from Maui fires complicated by island's logistical challenges, cultural significance
Cleanup of areas destroyed in the Maui wildfires could end up being one of the most complex to date, federal officials said, given the island’s significant cultural sites, its rich history including a royal residence and possibly remains of people who died in the disaster. The first stage of cleanup started in late August, with […]
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Key dates for Arizona sports fans to look forward to this fall
Fall brings new beginnings in different ways for Arizona’s professional sports teams like the Cardinals and Coyotes.

Importance of AC maintenance after Arizona's excruciating heat wave
An air conditioning unit in Phoenix is vital to living a comfortable life inside, away from triple-digit heat.

Tips for making your move in Arizona easier
If you're moving to a new home in Arizona, use this to-do list to alleviate some stress and ensure a smoother transition to your new home.

How to unlock the power of digital marketing for Phoenix businesses
All businesses around the Valley hopes to maximize their ROI with current customers and secure a greater market share in the digital sphere.

Sanderson Ford congratulates D-backs' on drive to great first half of 2023
The Arizona Diamondbacks just completed a red-hot first half of the major league season, and Sanderson Ford wants to send its congratulations to the ballclub.

When most diets fail, re:vitalize makes a difference that shows
Staying healthy and losing weight are things many people in Arizona are conscious of, especially during the summer.