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Goodyear implements new emergency alert notification system
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Cold weather system brings steady streams of showers over metro Phoenix
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Is Apple's new Journal app a major privacy nightmare?
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Crews carefully start removing first piece of twisted steel from collapsed Baltimore bridge
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Uranium is being mined near the Grand Canyon for more nuclear power
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Former Arizona fugitive imprisoned 6 years for role in 2012 drug trafficking conspiracy
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City of Chandler receives federal grant to increase tree canopy
The city of Chandler will be planting more trees to combat extreme heat. The Chandler City Council approved the grant earlier this month.
Off-duty police officer shot by unknown suspect in Phoenix
An off-duty officer was hospitalized Friday night after being shot by an unknown suspect in a Phoenix business parking lot.
Mott 32 restaurant to open at Paradise Valley's $2B Ritz-Carlton project
Mott 32 has eight locations worldwide, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Seoul, Cebu, Vancouver and one soon in Toronto.
Twenty One Pilots bringing 'The Clancy World Tour' to Phoenix this August
Twenty One Pilots recently announced they will make a tour stop in Phoenix in August 2024.
New Valley Metro light rail fare machines beginning to be installed Monday
Valley Metro will begin installing new fare machines at its light rail stations across the Valley on Monday.
10-acre Harvest Park opens in Phoenix neighborhood of Laveen
Harvest Park, a 10-acre park in the Phoenix neighborhood of Laveen, opened to the public last week.
ArizonaSports.com
Arizona State wins its first NCAA men’s swimming and diving championship
Leon Marchand set multiple NCAA records to help Arizona State win the program's first NCAA men's swimming and diving championship.
What’s the likelihood the Cardinals trade their 4th overall pick in the NFL Draft?
Are we overthinking the Arizona Cardinals' potential trade-down options? Maybe they should just take Marvin Harrison Jr.
Diamondbacks’ Lourdes Gurriel Jr. continues rare power surge, not enough in loss to Rockies
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. hit a home run for the third straight game, but the Diamondbacks struggled with runners aboard in a loss to Colorado.
Arizona State picks up commitment from 3-star OL Alema Iosua in class of 2025
Alema Iosua, a three-star offensive lineman in the 2025 class, committed to Arizona State football after he attended ASU's open practice.
Diamondbacks leadership gives credit to young corps after offseason spending
When discussing increased spending, Diamondbacks leadership has credited postseason revenue, but a key component is the belief in the young corps.
Coyotes fall to NHL-best Rangers as Josh Doan continues making history
Arizona forward Josh Doan assisted on a goal, making him the first Coyotes player to register points in each of his first three games.
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Arizona Business
Mott 32 restaurant to open at Paradise Valley's $2B Ritz-Carlton project
Mott 32 has eight locations worldwide, including Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Seoul, Cebu, Vancouver and one soon in Toronto.
Gov. Katie Hobbs talks up Arizona's economy in International State of the State speech
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs delivered her International State of the State address Thursday to representatives from more than 20 countries.
Longtime downtown Phoenix restaurant Carly's Bistro is closing in May
Carly's Bistro, a downtown Phoenix staple for nearly 20 years, recently announced that it is closing permanently on May 3.
Arizona Health
Phoenix City Council passes ordinance to add safety measures for outdoor employees working in heat
The Phoenix City Council passed an ordinance on Tuesday strengthening safety measures for city-contracted workers who have to perform job duties in the summer heat.
Terros Health deploys vans as part of Valley homelessness outreach program
Terros Health launched the Outpatient Portable Pilot Program earlier this month. The two mobile clinics help Valley people who are homeless.
Arizona AG asks courts to take over Mesa elder care facility accused of abuse and consumer fraud
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes asked courts to take over a Mesa elder care facility accused of abuse and consumer fraud.
Arizona Votes
AZ Political Podcast: Adrian Fontes speaks on threats against election officials
On this week's AZ Political Podcast, Jim Sharpe interviews Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes about a variety of election topics.
Maricopa County's Stephen Richer: 'We now have a judgment saying that Kari Lake lied about me'
Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer feels vindicated after Kari Lake requested a default judgment in his defamation lawsuit against her.
Kari Lake asks court for default judgment in Stephen Richer's defamation lawsuit
A Tuesday court filing from Kari Lake requested a jury to decide damages in the ongoing defamation case filed by Stephen Richer.
Youth Violence
Queen Creek police report offers new details about Preston Lord's death
The police report in the Preston Lord murder case was released by the Queen Creek Police Department Thursday afternoon.
15-year-old arrested in connection with recent East Valley youth violence incident
A 15-year-old suspect was arrested last week in connection with a recent case of youth violence in the East Valley, authorities said.
Here's a timeline of everything involving Preston Lord, Gilbert Goons, East Valley youth violence
Here's a timeline of everything involving Preston Lord, the Gilbert Goons and youth violence that has occurred in the East Valley.
Border and Immigration
Arizona leaders urge federal officials to properly fund state's border shelter services
Arizona leaders are urging the Biden Administration to make sure the state gets its fair share of the $650 million recently allocated for border shelter services -- and soon.
We need an Easter basket of bucks delivered to the border—before Sunday
The recently passed budget signed by Joe Biden has border money in it, but Arizona needs that money right now, says KTAR News host Jim Sharpe.
Trial underway for Arizona border rancher charged with killing migrant on his property
A 75-year-old Arizona rancher went on trial Friday in the fatal shooting of a migrant on his property near Mexico.
Anticipation and anger on Texas border as strict immigration law again on hold
Texan leaders want to arrest and deport migrants accused of entering the U.S. illegally. Courts are fighting the Texas immigration law.
Here's what KTAR News learned from '48 Hours on the Border' immigration series
KTAR News, in conjunction with ABC15 Arizona, spent the last week examining the economic, social and political issues surrounding immigration.
Nogales business leader believes community hasn't been as affected by border crisis
Recent migrant surges strained cities and nonprofits across the Southwest, but a business leader said Nogales hasn't been hit as hard as others.
Arizona Education
ASU in Tempe to begin offering graduate degree in business AI this fall
Arizona State University will soon offer a master’s degree in business artificial intelligence.
Scattered rain showers fall over metro Phoenix area
A cold front arrived in the metro Phoenix area overnight, leading to cooler temperatures and scattered rain showers on Sunday morning.
Aircraft mechanic school opens near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
The Aviation Institute of Maintenance recently opened a new campus in a former call center near Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Arizona Homeless News
Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions shares plan for new shelter with 280 beds
The city of Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions wants to create a new shelter in west Phoenix, according to a Wednesday announcement.
Valley nonprofit opens new Phoenix facility to provide mental health services
Gov. Katie Hobbs spoke at a Tuesday grand opening for a new community resource center from Southwest Behavioral and Health Services.
State lawmaker wants to change Arizona law related to drug use and homelessness
Arizona state Rep. Matt Gress introduced a bill that would amend current law to create drug-free zones within areas around service providers.
Arizona Technology
Arizona joins federal lawsuit against tech giant Apple over alleged smartphone monopoly
The Justice Department and 16 attorneys general, including Arizona’s, filed a blockbuster lawsuit accusing Apple of monopolizing the smartphone market.
President Joe Biden talks up computer chip investment at Intel campus in Chandler
President Joe Biden touted a federal investment into Intel in Arizona while visiting the semiconductor manufacturer’s Ocotillo campus.
President Joe Biden to tout huge semiconductor industry investment during Valley appearance
President Joe Biden will tout a new multibillion-dollar semiconductor industry investment when he visits Intel's campus in Chandler on Wednesday.
United States
Crews at Baltimore bridge collapse continue meticulous work of removing twisted steel and concrete
BALTIMORE (AP) — As crews continued the complicated and meticulous operation of removing the steel and concrete from the fallen Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore, some near the site took time on Easter Sunday to reflect on the six workers presumed to have plunged to their deaths. As cranes periodically swung into place and […]
2 killed, 3 injured during shootings at separate Houston-area birthday parties
HOUSTON (AP) — Gunfire at two separate Houston-area birthday parties this weekend resulted in two people being fatally shot and three others being injured, officials said. During the first shooting, gunfire broke out around 1 a.m. Saturday at a party celebrating a woman’s 21st birthday, said Harris County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Michael Ritchie. Around 50 […]
Israelis rally in their largest anti-government protest since the war in Gaza began
JERUSALEM (AP) — Tens of thousands of Israelis gathered outside the parliament building in Jerusalem on Sunday in the largest anti-government demonstration since the country went to war in October. They urged the government to reach a cease-fire deal to free dozens of hostages held by the Hamas militant group in Gaza and to hold […]
Shooting outside downtown Indianapolis mall wounds 7 youths, police say
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Seven young people between the ages of 12 and 17 were wounded in a shooting outside a shopping mall in downtown Indianapolis late Saturday night, police said. Police officers patrolling the area heard shots fired near the Circle Centre Mall shortly after 11:30 p.m., Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department Deputy Chief Tanya Terry […]
2 people killed in weekend crash of small plane in Northern California mountain town near Lake Tahoe
TRUCKEE, Calif. (AP) — Two people died when a single-engine airplane crashed amid moderate snow conditions in a California mountain town just north of Lake Tahoe, authorities said. The Socata TBM9 with two people aboard crashed around 6:40 p.m. Saturday while on approach to Truckee Tahoe Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said Sunday. The Truckee […]
New $20 minimum wage for fast food workers in California set to start Monday
LIVERMORE, Calif. (AP) — Most fast food workers in California will be paid at least $20 an hour beginning Monday when a new law is scheduled to kick in giving more financial security to an historically low-paying profession while threatening to raise prices in a state already known for its high cost of living. Democrats […]
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Desert Institute for Spine Care is the place for weekend warriors to fix their back pain
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Here are 5 things Arizona residents need to know about their HVAC system
It's warming back up in the Valley, which means it's time to think about your air conditioning system's preparedness for summer.
Midwestern University Clinics: transforming health care in the valley
Midwestern University, long a fixture of comprehensive health care education in the West Valley, is also a recognized leader in community health care.
Sciatica pain is treatable but surgery may be required
Sciatica pain is one of the most common ailments a person can face, and if not taken seriously, it could become one of the most harmful.
Here's 1 way to ensure your family is drinking safe water
Water is maybe one of the most important resources in our lives, and especially if you have kids, you want them to have access to safe water.
Day & Night is looking for the oldest AC in the Valley
Does your air conditioner make weird noises or a burning smell when it starts? If so, you may be due for an AC unit replacement.