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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Jan. 14-16
The implementation of a voucher program for families to send children to private schools was introduced by Gov. Doug Ducey.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Celine Dion cancels remaining tour stops including April show at Gila River
The singer has been treated for severe and persistent muscle spasms that have effected her performing resulting in the tour's cancellation.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Police investigate 2-vehicle fatal collision in Phoenix
A two-vehicle collision left a man dead on Saturday in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Phoenix man sentenced to 25 years in prison for armed bank robberies
A Phoenix man was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Thursday after being convicted of three counts of armed bank robbery, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Salt River Project announces wind farm to be developed north of Flagstaff
Salt River Project announced Thursday a wind farm will be developed north of Flagstaff that will produce enough energy to power about 40,000 homes.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 16, 2022Peoria to unveil renovated main library later this month
The city of Peoria announced Wednesday it will unveil the renovated main library with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a tour on Jan. 29.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2022Republican Arizona treasurer Kimberly Yee withdraws from governor’s race
Arizona treasurer Kimberly Yee announced Saturday she will be withdrawing from the Republican primary for governor.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 202218-month-old girl in critical condition after drowning incident in Paradise Valley
An 18-month-old girl was taken to the hospital in extremely critical condition after a drowning incident in Paradise Valley Saturday morning, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2022
Phoenix police arrest wanted man involved in multistate manhunt
A man wanted for shooting a New Mexico police officer and fleeing a Colorado jail was arrested early Friday morning in Phoenix, police said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2022Man arrested for allegedly shooting teen fast-food worker in Phoenix
A man was arrested Friday evening for allegedly shooting a 16-year-old fast-food restaurant worker in the head after an altercation in Phoenix on Thursday night, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2022New 4-acre lake at Heroes Regional Park in Glendale now open
Grab those fishing poles as the new lake at Heroes Regional Park in Glendale opened on Thursday, the city announced.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 15, 2022Financial guidance company NerdWallet announces expansion into Scottsdale
Financial guidance company NerdWallet announced Thursday it would be opening an office in Scottsdale at the Lincoln Towne Center.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Scottsdale man indicted for alleged plot to kidnap ex, kill her dog
A Scottsdale man has been indicted and charged for allegedly hiring two men to kidnap his ex-girlfriend last year, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Arizonans to get over $58M from Navient student loan settlement
More than $58 million from a $1.85 billion national settlement with Navient, a student loan servicer accused of unfair and deceptive practices, is heading to Arizonans.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Arizona COVID hospitalizations, deaths aren’t surging despite record caseloads
The omicron variant has pushed COVID-19 caseloads to record levels in Arizona, but hospitalizations and deaths haven’t seen a similar surge.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Electric bike rider dies in Phoenix hit-and-run collision
Police in Phoenix said a man riding an electric bicycle was killed in a hit-and-run collision early Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Northern Arizona University program preparing students for future in hospitality industry
Northern Arizona University’s School of Hotel and Restaurant Management is working to prepare students for a future in the hospitality industry as new positions continue to open up.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Closure of I-17 in north Phoenix the only major freeway restriction this weekend
There are not many scheduled restrictions on Valley freeways this weekend but a closure of Interstate 17 in north Phoenix will hinder drivers.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Weekend guide: Here are the biggest events around the Valley for Jan. 14-16
There's plenty to do in the Valley on this long weekend, from festivals to food markets and the return of the Rock 'N' Roll Arizona Marathon. Here are some of the biggest events around the metro Phoenix area.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 14, 2022Here are the road closures for Sunday’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon
The Rock 'n' Roll Arizona Marathon returns to the Valley on Sunday and will bring its fair share of road closures throughout the day.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 13, 2022Liberty Market in Gilbert to close for a month to renovate the restaurant
Liberty Market in downtown Gilbert will close for a renovation beginning Jan. 24 and lasting through the end of February.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 13, 2022Aircraft has landing gear issues at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport; no injuries reported
No injuries were reported after an aircraft crash landed at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport on Thursday, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 13, 2022Copper Canyon High School in Glendale locked down after suspect detained, gun found
Copper Canyon High School in Glendale was locked down Thursday after a suspect was located on campus and a gun was found after an altercation, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 13, 2022Here’s the full text of Sen. Kyrsten Sinema’s speech on voting rights, filibuster
Here's the full text of the 20-minute speech U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema delivered on the Senate floor on Thursday, as provided by the Arizona Democrat's office: