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Weekend guide: Here are the biggest events around metro Phoenix for Sept. 22-24
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2 Phoenix Biltmore-area office buildings sell for $72.1 million
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3rd Republican presidential debate is set for Nov. 8 in Miami, with the strictest qualifications yet
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The fall equinox is here. What does that mean?
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As migrants overwhelm a Texas border city, others wait in Mexico for appointments to enter the US
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EXCLUSIVE AUDIOPhoenix sandwich shop owner still feels weight of fight over Zone homeless encampment
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Gilbert woman accused of shooting husband because he wanted divorce
A Gilbert woman was arrested after allegedly shooting her estranged husband in Prescott, apparently because he wanted a divorce.
Have gas prices topped out in Arizona? Experts weighs in
Gas prices are high across Arizona, but some experts believe prices have topped off and more relief could be on the horizon.
Woman dies after getting hit by vehicle in west Phoenix
A woman died after getting hit by a vehicle early Friday while she was walking across Indian School Road in west Phoenix.
Man hospitalized after getting shot on East Valley freeway
A man was injured Friday morning in a shooting on the Loop 202 Santan Freeway near Kyrene Road in Chandler, authorities said.
Pedestrian killed in hit-and-run incident in south Phoenix
A pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run incident on Seventh Street in south Phoenix on Thursday night, authorities said.
Arizona Reps. Biggs, Crane vote to block defense bill as shutdown looms
Two Arizona lawmakers were among five GOP House members who broke ranks Thursday and voted to block the defense authorization bill.
ArizonaSports.com
Aaron Judge belts 3 home runs in Yankees win over D-backs
Yankees star Aaron Judge slammed three home runs to the opposite field to bury the Diamondbacks Friday at Yankee Stadium.
62nd annual Goldwater Cup returns to Phoenix Country Club this weekend
The Goldwater Cup pits 12 players from the Arizona Golf Association against 12 players from the Southwest Section of the PGA.
New era notes: Pat Tillman’s impact on Cardinals not lost by new regime
The notorious No. 40 will grace the Arizona Cardinals' practice fields throughout the 2023 regular season.
D-backs’ wild card tiebreakers primer, postseason magic number
With no more games against NL opponents, the D-backs' head-to-head tiebreakers are set in the postseason race.
Well-rounded Cowboys offense begins with efficient Dak Prescott
While a lot of the talk has centered around the Cowboys defense, the offense is nothing to scoff at for the Cardinals in Week 3.
D-backs place Miguel Castro on paternity list, bring back Slade Cecconi
The Arizona Diamondbacks placed veteran reliever Miguel Castro on the paternity list and recalled Slade Cecconi from Triple-A.
Arizona Business
Have gas prices topped out in Arizona? Experts weighs in
Gas prices are high across Arizona, but some experts believe prices have topped off and more relief could be on the horizon.
Phoenix City Council passes long-awaited short-term rental restrictions
The change effectively moves the city from a list-keeping registration process to one where the city will give out licenses to allow property owners to operate short-term rentals.
Tom's Incredible Ice Cream serving free scoops during Scottsdale grand opening Friday
Tom's Incredible Ice Cream is set to debut this Friday near Old Town at Scottsdale Road and Second Street.
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Arizona Health
Phoenix Children's celebrates 40th birthday and isn't done growing
Born 40 years ago as a hospital within a hospital, Phoenix Children's celebrated its birthday Monday as one of the nation’s fastest-growing pediatric health care systems.
A leap forward: Abrazo Health 1st in Phoenix area to use AI system to detect seizures
Abrazo West Campus announced Friday it is the first hospital in the greater Phoenix area with an EEG system that uses artificial intelligence.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport working to be more inclusive for travelers with dementia
Phoenix Sky Harbor is one of several airports across the nation making strides to be more inclusive for passengers that have dementia.
Arizona Homeless News
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.
Court gives Phoenix 45-day deadline to clean up The Zone homeless encampment
A judge on Wednesday gave the city of Phoenix 45 days to fully clean up The Zone homeless encampment near downtown.
Here's why a politician who represents Scottsdale opposes city's homeless hotel program
Rep. Matt Gress doesn't believe Scottsdale's homeless hotel program is doing enough to address the issue in the city.
West Valley city wins innovation award for program that helps people experiencing homelessness
The city of Glendale won a national award earlier this week for its work on the Glendale Homeless Solutions Alliance, an announcement said.
Tempe sees positive results from efforts to address homelessness
Tempe is seeing positive results from its efforts to address homelessness, according to newly released data.
Maricopa County program provides permanent housing to over 1K people since 2022 launch
Since the launch of a Valley homelessness program last year, more than 1,000 people have transitioned into permanent housing.
Arizona Education
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.
4 Arizona schools named as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools
Four schools in Arizona were recently recognized as 2023 National Blue Ribbon Schools by the U.S. Department of Education.
Biden administration announces $37 million settlement for University of Phoenix students
The Biden Administration approved $37 million for eligible student loan borrowers who attended the University of Phoenix from 2012-2014.
Arizona Votes
President Joe Biden to deliver speech in Arizona next week, pay tribute to John McCain
President Joe Biden will travel to Arizona next week to deliver a democracy-focused address that will also pay tribute to the late John McCain.
Political ad spending suggests Arizona could be most important state in 2024 election
Based on political ad spending projections, Arizona could be the nation’s most important state in next year's election.
Cochise County elections director resigns 5 months after being hired
The elections director of Cochise County is resigning five months after being hired and returning to his previous job as elections director in La Paz County.
Arizona Technology
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.
‘Cloud seeding’ offers water generation opportunity in Arizona, with some caveats
A scientific process of triggering rain or snow known as “cloud seeding” offers tantalizing possibilities for water creation, especially in areas like drought-stricken Arizona.
ASU's Research Plus Me gives community a way to sign up online for research study participation
Arizona State University is making it easier for community members to participate in research studies with a new online platform.
United States
Seattle police officer put on leave after newspaper reports alleged off-duty racist comments
SEATTLE (AP) — A Seattle police officer has been placed on administrative leave after Seattle Police Chief Adrian Diaz said Friday he listened to an audio recording including comments by the officer that led to the filing of a bias/hate complaint. “As I have said from the beginning of my tenure as Chief of Police, […]
Jailhouse letter adds wrinkle in case of mom accused of killing husband, then writing kids' book
PARK CITY, Utah (AP) — Jailhouse writings by a Utah mother accused of killing her husband, then writing a children’s book about death, have led prosecutors to accuse her of trying to tamper with witnesses, an allegation that her attorneys say is baseless. A relative of Kouri Richins meanwhile went public in an interview Friday […]
Jury convicts ex-NFL draft prospect of fatally shooting man at Mississippi casino
BILOXI, Miss. (AP) — A former NFL draft prospect has been found guilty of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison for shooting a man to death on the floor of a casino on Mississippi’s Gulf Coast. Jurors deliberated for only 46 minutes Thursday before reaching a guilty verdict in the trial of Jereme […]
Guest lineups for the Sunday news shows
WASHINGTON (AP) — ABC’s “This Week” — Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg; Rep. Mike Turner, R-Ohio. __ NBC’s “Meet the Press” — Buttigieg; former New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie, a Republican presidential candidate; Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C. __ CBS’ “Face the Nation” — Olena Zelenska, first lady of Ukraine; Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz.; Rep. Tony Gonzales, […]
Video of Elijah McClain's stop by police shown as officers on trial in Black man's death
BRIGHTON, Colo. (AP) — Elijah McClain’s mother left a Colorado courtroom in tears Friday after prosecutors showed video footage of the 23-year-old Black man pinned down by police officers during a fatal 2019 confrontation, which rose to prominence during nationwide protests over racial discrimination and excessive force in policing. Two officers from the Denver suburb […]
Biologists in slow and steady race to help North America's largest and rarest tortoise species
ENGLE, N.M. (AP) — While the average life span of North America’s largest and most rare tortoise species is unknown, biologists have said it could span upward of a century. So saving the endangered species is a long game — one that just got another nudge forward Friday as U.S. wildlife officials finalized an agreement […]
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Sanderson Ford congratulates D-backs' on drive to great first half of 2023
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When most diets fail, re:vitalize makes a difference that shows
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Game on! Expert sports physicals focused on you
With tryouts quickly approaching, now is the time for parents to schedule physicals for their student-athlete. The Arizona Interscholastic Association requires that all student-athletes must have a physical exam completed before participating in team practices or competition.