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D.R. Horton bought the last lots at Estrella's Lucero village in Goodyear. (Harvard Investments image)

Nation’s largest homebuilder buys last 232 lots at Estrella’s newest village

U.S. Sen. Ruben Gallego has introduced a four-part plan to restore the public education system across the country. (Senator Ruben Gallego photo via Facebook)

Sen. Ruben Gallego unveils 4-part plan to restore America’s public education system

The Lakefront at Scottsdale development in McCormick Ranch will have upscale eateries, high-end retail, wellness concepts and Class A office space. (Stewart + Reindersma Architecture rendering)

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Developer to invest $70M on McCormick Ranch lakefront destination in Scottsdale

WASHINGTON, DC - JUNE 18: U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) (L) listens as Sen. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) (R) speaks during a news conference to introduce the Protect our Polls Act at the U.S. Capitol on June 18, 2026 in Washington, DC. The legislation is designed to prohibit a President to send troops or federal agents to cease the election materials or to polling places without the approval of the U.S. Congress. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)

Sen. Ruben Gallego calls for oversight on AI, says Trump administration ‘not meeting the moment’

Two people were found dead after an apparent murder-suicide in Phoenix on Saturday, authorities said.

Identities released in apparent murder-suicide in Phoenix

The Arizona Game and Fish Department (AZGFD) will release four captive California condors into the wild on Sept. 26.

Wildlife officials to release 4 captive-raised condors in northern Arizona

Two people died after a boat crashed at Lake Havasu on Saturday evening, authorities said.

2 dead after boat hits peninsula, flips at Lake Havasu

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KYLIE WERNER | Sep 13, 2026
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KYLIE WERNER | Sep 13, 2026
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When deputies arrived at the scene, they found the victims in the roadway near Avenida del Yaqui and Calle Guadalupe.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 13, 2026
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KYLIE WERNER | Sep 13, 2026
Man dead after robbery turns into shooting in south Phoenix

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ANGELA GONZALES/PHOENIX BUSINESS JOURNAL | Sep 13, 2026
Developer pitches massive $3B Legacy Park project to Mesa officials

Vestar presented plans for a 197-acre mixed-use development, the largest in Mesa's history, during a recent City Council study session.
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BAILEY LEASURE | Sep 12, 2026
Kiwanis Park celebrating reopening of north play area with free event

The event will have several festivities, including a ribbon-cutting ceremony, food trucks, art activities and more.
BAILEY LEASURE | Sep 12, 2026
Monsoon activity approaches Valley as thunderstorm warnings issued

Avondale, Goodyear and Buckeye were among the affected cities by the severe thunderstorm warnings.
BAILEY LEASURE | Sep 12, 2026
SAFE Alert issued for missing 72-year-old man last seen in Chandler

According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, Ronnie Mellberg was last seen between 8 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. near Chandler Boulevard and Washington Street.
BAILEY LEASURE | Sep 12, 2026
Scottsdale ranked as one of the nation’s top places to retire

Scottsdale was one of nine Arizona cities to appear on WalletHub's "Best & Worst Places to Retire" 2026 list.
DOUGLAS SANTO | Sep 12, 2026
Twice-yearly cougar shadow returns to the Superstition Mountains

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DOUGLAS SANTO | Sep 12, 2026
Gilbert breaks ground on Vaughn Avenue Connector, a new access point to Heritage District

The project is a development of existing transportation infrastructure, which is being funded by voter-approved transportation bonds, a news release said.
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While the Phoenix area saw inflation rise by 2.5%, prices rose by 3.4% nationally over the last year.
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Everyone involved was able to get out of the crash on their own, and three were taken to the hospital in stable condition, police said.
BRANDON BROWN/PHOENIX BUSINESS JOURNAL | Sep 12, 2026
Arizona’s minimum wage set to increase by 50 cents in January

With inflation for the year at 3.4%, Grand Canyon State workers will have to be paid at least $15.65 per hour at the beginning of 2027.
DAVID VEENSTRA | Sep 11, 2026
Glendale finds temporary home for library after fire at downtown branch

The new temporary location, situated at 5752 W. Glenn Drive, near 59th and Glendale avenues, is expected to fully open by Dec. 1.
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DAVID VEENSTRA | Sep 11, 2026
Suspect in custody following hours-long Mesa SWAT standoff triggered by road rage

Mesa Police were called to the area of Val Vista Drive and the U.S. 60 freeway after receiving reports of a driver pointing a gun at another motorist.
DAVID VEENSTRA | Sep 11, 2026
Man arrested on murder charge after 75-year-old found dead in Phoenix apartment

Mateo Celaya was booked on one count of second-degree murder after detectives interviewed him Thursday.
DAVID VEENSTRA | Sep 11, 2026
Federal judge denies request to end federal oversight of Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office

In a ruling, a U.S. district judge denied the Motion for Relief from Judgment without prejudice, keeping MCSO under active federal monitoring.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 11, 2026
Phoenix murder fugitive returned after 25 years on run

Abraham Pedroza-Garcia was wanted on charges of murder and assault in the fatal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend in April 2000. Now 65, he was just brought back to the states.
AMY EDELEN/PHOENIX BUSINESS JOURNAL | Sep 11, 2026
Amkor nearly doubles investment in Peoria advanced packaging facility to $12B

The company prepares for the second phase of construction in the West Valley to meet growing production demand from customers.
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DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 11, 2026
Weekend travel alert as construction closes stretches of Loop 101, Loop 202 and SR 51

Widening, paving and bridge projects shut down freeway stretches from Friday night to early Monday. Here are the detours to plan around the work.
KEVIN STONE | Sep 11, 2026
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The footwear retailer is offering giveaways, deals and activities after a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the Skyline Ranch Marketplace location.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 11, 2026
L’Oréal sued by Arizona over allegations it hid cancer risks of hair products

The complaint alleges straightening products like Dark and Lovely were marketed primarily to Black women without disclosing links to uterine and ovarian cancer.
KEVIN STONE | Sep 11, 2026
Tres Leches Café shuts down in south Phoenix, plans to close remaining location

The family-owned Mexican coffee shop, which started on the founder's porch in 2014, said it will cease operations before the end of the year.
KEVIN STONE | Sep 11, 2026
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