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  KEVIN STONE | 8 hours ago

  Roka Akor bringing authentic Japanese robata grilling, sushi and seafood to Gilbert

  The acclaimed Scottsdale Japanese steakhouse aims to open its second Valley location by mid-2027 at the Northside at SanTan Village development.

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  BALIN OVERSTOLZ MCNAIR | 9 hours ago

  2026 Phoenix Veterans Day Parade features 100-year-old WWII veteran grand marshal

  The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. Wednesday with a new route, traveling north on Third Street from McDowell Road to Indian School Road.

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  KEVIN STONE | 10 hours ago

  Northbound Loop 101 reopens in Glendale after investigation into deadly crash

  The Agua Fria Freeway was closed temporarily at Union Hills Drive after one person was killed in the one-vehicle collision.

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  KTAR.COM | 13 hours ago

  Phoenix concert calendar: Marc Anthony, Fall Out Boy join list of upcoming Valley shows

  Here are all the headline acts set to perform at the Phoenix area's large-scale concert venues in the coming months.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 9, 2026

  Man arrested for 2013 Phoenix murder of unarmed security guard after witnesses comes forward

  Joe Gerardo was booked into jail on a first-degree murder charge after being taken into custody in Globe on Nov. 3.

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  BAILEY LEASURE | Nov 9, 2026

  Dillon Brooks pleads guilty to speeding charge stemming from January citation

  Brooks was previously cited and released for reckless driving and exceeding the speed limit by 40 miles per hour on Jan. 12.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  ICE detention center would triple water use, force Surprise to speed up new well

  A city water rule adopted three days before ICE bought the warehouse could require the facility to bring its own water. The draft review is open for public comment.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 9, 2026

  Outspoken partners with UMOM on collection drive to help families in need

  Outspoken for Families in Need is running a collection drive to support UMOM New Day Centers help struggling Valley families get back on their feet. Text "CARE" to 620620 to donate.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Man buried in Arizona desert in 1992 identified through DNA

  DNA testing and genetic genealogy identified Willie Blanton Mills as the victim in an unsolved 1992 cold case near Lake Havasu City.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Yassamin Ansari pledges ‘yes’ vote on Pete Hegseth impeachment

  A House vote could come by midweek on a resolution focused on the Iran war and allegations that Hegseth retaliated against Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Arizona voters may oust 3 judges, including judge in ‘Bachelor’ paternity case

  Unofficial results show Arizona voters may oust Judges Julie Mata, Michael Rassas and Anni Hill Foster in judicial retention votes. Here’s why.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 9, 2026

  An ‘Irresistible’ night: Fall Out Boy is coming to Chase Field, so mark your calendars!

  Fall Out Boy is bringing its "Twilight of the Punks" tour to Phoenix on Aug. 19, giving Arizona fans a chance to belt out classics like "Centuries" and "Dance, Dance" to the music.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 9, 2026

  Hana Japanese Eatery closing after nearly 20 years in central Phoenix

  Hana Japanese Eatery, which serves sushi and other staples of the cuisine near Seventh and Missouri avenues, will soon go out of business.

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  KTAR.COM | Nov 9, 2026

  2026 Arizona ballot measure results: Voters approve 5 propositions, reject 3

  Props 141, 316, 317, 318 and 319 were approved, while Props 142, 144 and 320 failed.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Intel ramps up work on new Chandler chip factory, targets 2028 opening

  Fab 62 will be Intel’s sixth major factory at the Ocotillo campus, part of a $20 billion expansion that stalled for more than a year over demand concerns.

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  KEVIN STONE | Nov 9, 2026

  Sen. Mark Kelly says he has timeline for presidential decision but is not ready to share it

  With the 2026 midterm election season winding down, the political calendar is turning to presidential candidate speculation season.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 9, 2026

  Trajan Wealth helps families fleeing domestic violence at Sojourner Center with annual drive

  Many families who receive services at the nonprofit need all the help they can get. Through its annual drive benefitting the center, Trajan Wealth helps provide essential resources and support for them.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Arizona congressional district final tally: Democrats gain 2 seats in Grand Canyon State

  See vote totals and race calls as they become available for the U.S. House contests across Arizona’s nine congressional districts.

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  DAVID IVERSEN | Nov 9, 2026

  Republican Rep. Eli Crane defeats Jonathan Nez in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District

  While the race was tight in Arizona's last congressional race to be called, the margin is outside the threshold to trigger an automatic recount.

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  KEVIN STONE | Nov 9, 2026

  Arizona Democrats select leadership teams after taking control of state House, Senate

  Priya Sundareshan will assume the role of Senate president, and Oscar De Los Santos will take the gavel as House speaker when the 58th Legislature convenes in January 2027.

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  SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Nov 9, 2026

  SAFE Alert for missing 68-year-old man last seen in Phoenix canceled

  The Phoenix Police Department said Carl Wayne Grusendorf has been found safe by his family.

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  KYLIE WERNER | Nov 9, 2026

  Portion of SR 89A between Sedona and Flagstaff reopens, but repairs continue

  The highway remains closed between Slide Rock State Park and the Oak Creek Vista scenic overlook.

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  DYLAN KANE | Nov 9, 2026

  Five Guys partnering with Pat Tillman Foundation for Veterans Day fundraiser in Arizona

  The Pat Tillman Foundation supports military veterans, active-duty service members and military spouses through academic scholarships and leadership development.

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  HELENA WEGNER/PHOENIX BUSINESS JOURNAL | Nov 9, 2026

  500-unit housing project on north Phoenix golf course faces setback

  Host Hotels & Resorts' 500-unit Copper Residences project failed to garner committee approval Nov. 2.

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  DYLAN KANE | Nov 8, 2026

  Missing 4-year-old found safely in Mesa after Turquoise Alert issued

  When the alert was first issued, Ezekiel Suitza was last seen leaving the area of Extension Road and 8th Avenue with an unknown white woman with red hair around 3 p.m. Sunday.