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Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Aug. 26-27
In case you missed it. Here are some of the biggest stories that headlined the Arizona news cycle over the weekend.8 months ago
Brandon Gray
Gov. Katie Hobbs signs bill giving Arizona 911 dispatchers unlimited mental health services
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2717 which will provide the state's 911 operators unlimited mental health services.8 months ago
Balin Overstolz McNair
‘I carried all five of those!’: Washington mother gives birth to quintuplets at Phoenix hospital
A Washington mother who gave birth to five newborn babies in Phoenix in June is set to return home this week.8 months ago
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Phoenix, Grand Canyon University, businesses collaborate to start workforce training program
Grand Canyon University, the city of Phoenix and several businesses are partnering to start a workforce training program.8 months ago
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Gov. Katie Hobbs extends Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership with executive order
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs issued an executive order announcing the continuation of the Arizona Substance Abuse Partnership on Monday which happens to be National Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day.8 months ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona AG issues privacy guidance for consumers seeking reproductive health care
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued a consumer alert with guidance on how to avoid leaving a digital footprint while seeking reproductive health care.8 months ago
Taylor Tasler
New Welcome Center gives extra support for Arizona youth entering foster care system
The Arizona Department of Child Safety has opened a new Welcome Center to facilitate kids' entry into the state's foster care system.8 months ago
Brandon Gray
New nighttime farmer’s market making its debut this fall in the West Valley
Starting this fall, a new farmer's market called Heritage Night Market is coming to Sportsman's Park in Glendale.8 months ago
Colton Krolak
Phoenix Public Library branches offer free Narcan to combat opioid crisis
Lifesaving opioid overdose reversal medication naloxone, also known as Narcan, is now available for free at any Phoenix Public Library branch.8 months ago
Kevin Stone
Metro Phoenix ahead of last year’s record pace for heat-associated deaths
Maricopa County Department of Public Health has confirmed 59 heat-associated deaths in 2023, up 20 from the previous week.9 months ago
Colton Krolak
Anxiety increasing among Arizona children in the digital era
In a time when technology allows people to connect with others more than ever before, an increasing number of children are feeling alone.9 months ago
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Phoenix Children’s contract with Aetna expires, leaving policyholders with higher costs
Phoenix Children's contract with insurer Aetna expired Monday and Valley policyholders could deal with higher costs as a result.9 months ago
Luke Forstner
Arizona’s health care sector growing at rapid pace with demographics playing a role
Arizona’s health care sector is incredibly important to the state’s economy, and a new report finds it’s expected to keep growing.9 months ago
Brandon Gray
Mountain Park Health Center opens Glendale clinic, providing 75 jobs
Mountain Park Health Center opened its new Glendale clinic Monday after a ribbon-cutting ceremony.9 months ago
Stephen Gugliociello
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs gives thumbs up to acting director of state health services
The state is appointing Acting Director of the Arizona Department of Health Services Jennie Cunico to the permanent role.9 months ago
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Here’s which Arizona hospitals rank among the best in the state
Seven Arizona hospitals recently earned their spot in U.S. News & World Report's list of Best Regional Hospitals.9 months ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Valley fever is flaring up ahead of the monsoon season – What all Arizonans need to know
Amid the peak season of Valley fever, one official wants Arizonans and visitors to be conscious of the infection and its symptoms.9 months ago
Kevin Stone
Southern Arizona hospital gets $10M federal grant to expand rural health care access
A southern Arizona hospital was awarded a federal grant of nearly $10 million to expand rural health care access.9 months ago
Brandon Gray
Voluntary recall issued by ADHS for certain marijuana products due to contamination
The Arizona Department of Health Services is advising consumers to dispose of certain marijuana products due to possible Aspergillus contamination.9 months ago
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Arizona gives Barrow Neurological Institute $10 million in federal funding for COVID research
Barrow Neurological Institute was awarded $10 million in federal funding to study and slow the effects of COVID.9 months ago
SuElen Rivera
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego shares vision to combat heat with Texas mayors
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said she shared her vision to combat heat with her Texas counterparts as the state also deals with intense heat.9 months ago
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Oversight of Arizona funeral industry moves to Department of Health Services
The Arizona Department of Health Services has taken oversight of the state’s funeral industry after the previous regulatory body was eliminated.9 months ago
Serena O'Sullivan
New HonorHealth Paradise Valley location will offer urgent care and emergency room services
A new HonorHealth Paradise Valley location to open on Tuesday could take the guesswork out of where to get medical care during emergencies.9 months ago
