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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Aug 2, 2025Self-driving truck firm Aurora opens Phoenix terminal, extends its capabilities
Aurora Innovation Inc., which is involved in self-driving trucks, has opened a new terminal in Phoenix as part of an expansion of operations.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Aug 1, 2025NBPure expands operations with $14.6M Deer Valley industrial building purchase
NBPure, a Phoenix-based manufacturer of natural vitamins and supplements, bought a 66,000-square-foot industrial building.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 1, 2025Police arrest man accused of fatally shooting victim near Phoenix library
The Phoenix Police Department announced on Friday the arrest of a man suspected of fatally shooting a victim near a Phoenix library last weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 1, 20252 men, including unborn child’s father, arrested for pregnant teen’s murder in Phoenix
Two men were arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of a pregnant teen in Phoenix last month. One of the suspects is the unborn child’s father.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 28, 2025Taylor Morrison looks to expand build-to-rent footprint after $3B financing deal
Scottsdale-based homebuilder Taylor Morrison Home Corp. entered into a $3 billion financing facility agreement for the company’s build-to-rent brand, Yardly, with a goal of building up even more land reserves for future projects.
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UNITED STATES NEWS | Jul 27, 2025US-made electronics found in Russian warplanes linked to Ukraine war crimes despite sanctions
Some microelectronics from manufacturers with Arizona facilities have ended up in Russian warplanes used to commit alleged war crimes against Ukraine.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 27, 2025San Diego investor shells out nearly $250M for Valley apartments amid market shifts
San Diego-based Fairfield Residential has paid $244.8 million for a multifamily portfolio in metro Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 26, 2025Cuts in federal funding could slow efforts to end HIV in Arizona
Ending the spread of HIV in Arizona may become more difficult if federal funding is cut or eliminated. Phoenix is trying to end new HIV infections by 2030.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 26, 2025Intel CEO unveils drastic workforce reductions by year-end amid turnaround plan
Intel Corp. will have cut 25% of its global workforce by the end of the year as the California-based company’s top executive continues efforts to turn around operations and reduce expenses.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 25, 2025Buckeye retail boom: New commercial space to transform I-10 and Verrado Way intersection
Over a million square feet of new retail and restaurant space is coming to Buckeye, with the intersection at I-10 and Verrado Way quickly transforming into a regional shopping hub.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 25, 2025Teenager dead after overnight shooting in Tempe, police say
A teenager is dead after a fatal shooting in Tempe that took place shortly before 2 a.m. on Friday, according to the Tempe Police Department.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 24, 2025Turquoise Alert canceled for 6-year-old girl last seen at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
Arizona's first Turquoise Alert was issued on Wednesday for a 6-year-old girl last seen at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport. It was canceled Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 21, 2025Silver Alert canceled for 74-year-old Chandler woman
A Silver Alert was canceled for a 74-year-old Chandler woman after she was found safe and healthy on Monday evening, authorities said.
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ARIZONA WILDFIRES | Jul 21, 2025Northern Arizona wildfires hurt tourism economy of Grand Canyon area
With wildfires raging across Grand Canyon National Park and destroying more than 100 structures, businesses relying on tourist revenue have taken a hit.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 21, 2025Canadian psychologist Jordan Peterson sets up shop in the Valley, records show
Canadian psychologist and author Jordan Peterson appears to be setting up a fiefdom in the Valley.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 20, 2025Lawn care giant inks Valley’s largest industrial lease so far in 2025
A 733,850 square-foot industrial building in Glendale has landed a new tenant, marking the largest industrial lease in the Phoenix metro so far this year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 19, 2025Suspect wanted for sex crimes shot dead while confronted by Pinal County Sheriff’s deputies
A suspect wanted for sex crimes against children was shot and killed after being confronted by Pinal County Sheriff's Office deputies.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 19, 2025AI-focused aerospace firm Hadrian chooses East Valley for new factory
Hadrian, a California-based defense and aerospace manufacturer that focuses on AI and automation, plans to invest $200 million into a new factory in Mesa.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 19, 2025CVS Pharmacy at busy Phoenix intersection to close; plus 7 more Valley deals to know
CVS Health plans to shutter a CVS Pharmacy store at one of the busiest intersections in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 18, 2025TSMC to accelerate production at Arizona fabs amid surging AI demand
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) will speed up volume production at its second and third chip fabs in north Phoenix to keep up with AI-related demand from customers, the company's top executive said.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 15, 2025Adelita Grijalva wins Democratic primary election for Raúl Grijalva’s seat in Arizona’s CD7
Adelita Grijalva won the Democratic primary in Arizona's CD7 special primary election, while Daniel Butierez won the Republican nod.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 15, 2025ADOT postpones scheduled closure of East Valley freeway exit
The schedule 60-day closure of the Loop 202 Santan Freeway off-ramp at Alma School Road in Chandler has been postponed.
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ASSET PRESERVATION WEALTH & TAX | Jul 14, 2025Why timing Social Security activation, including children in financial talk is important
More Americans are wanting to retire early, but are overlooking Social Security activation. Plus, it's critical to keep your family in the financial loop.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 14, 2025TSMC sales surge in first half of 2025, riding wave of AI chip demand
TSMC, which has seen a recent executive shakeup at its Arizona operations, has reported sales that exceeded Wall Street expectations.