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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 23, 2020Arizona reports 2,659 new coronavirus cases, no additional deaths
Arizona reported 2,659 new coronavirus cases and no deaths on Monday, putting the state's totals at 302,324 COVID-19 infections and 6,464 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 23, 2020El Mirage police shoot driver accused of trying to run them over
Police in a suburb west of Phoenix shot a man they said tried to run over officers during a traffic stop of another vehicle.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 23, 2020Get festive with the 2020 KTAR News holiday events map
From drive-thru light shows to pop-up ice skating rinks, here's a list of holiday-themed events taking place in the Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 23, 2020Mesa Arts Center, Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum reopening next month
Both the Mesa Arts Center and Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum are set to reopen their doors after shutting down in March in response to the coronavirus.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 23, 2020
Border Patrol agents arrest 4 on human smuggling charges in Arizona
Border Patrol agents arrested four men for human smuggling and illegally entering the country on Tuesday, according to an agency release.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Weekend wrap-up: Here are the biggest Arizona stories from Nov. 20-22
From rescued puppies to rising coronavirus cases, here are some of the biggest stories that headlined the Arizona news cycle over the weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Thanksgiving week brings cooler temperatures to Phoenix
For those planning to host their Thanksgiving celebrations outside, the weather is expected to be in the 70's for most of the week in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Payson helicopter base expected to be completed by 2022 fire season
The U.S. Forest Service awarded a contract to construct a permanent helicopter base on the Payson Ranger District to improve responses to wildfires.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Phoenix Sky Harbor offers tips for Thanksgiving travel amid pandemic
Phoenix Sky Harbor is advising travelers over Thanksgiving to arrive at least two hours prior to departure time and be sure to bring a face covering.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Arizona reports 4,331 new coronavirus cases, 7 additional deaths
Arizona health authorities reported 4,331 new coronavirus cases and seven deaths on Sunday, putting the state's totals at 299,665 cases and 6,464 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 22, 2020Community health centers struggle to serve and survive during coronavirus
Community health centers across the country are struggling to stay open with declining patient visits and other threats to funding streams amid coronavirus.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 21, 2020Arizona reports 3,638 new coronavirus cases, 30 additional deaths
Arizona health authorities on Saturday reported 3,638 new coronavirus cases with 30 additional deaths on Saturday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 21, 2020Navajo school district and its students fight to overcome amid coronavirus
The dream of a high school diploma is harder for Native American students to attain, and now COVID-19 has brought one of the greatest challenges yet.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2020Arizona reports 4,471 new coronavirus cases, 43 additional deaths
Arizona reported 4,471 new coronavirus cases and 43 deaths on Friday, putting the state's totals at 291,696 COVID-19 infections and 6,427 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2020
Boy crossing street in Phoenix hit by car, dies in hospital
A child hit by a car while crossing a street in Phoenix died in the hospital, police said Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 20, 2020North Phoenix drivers face I-17, Loop 101 restrictions this weekend
Drivers in north Phoenix will face restriction on Interstate 17 as work on the new diverging diamond interchange continues.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2020Arizona’s School Safety Task Force releases plan to limit school violence
Arizona's School Safety Task Force announced its model school safety plan and recommendations to limit student violence in a final report Wednesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2020Senate race winner Mark Kelly expects to be sworn in soon
Arizona's U.S. Senate race winner Mark Kelly said he expected to be sworn into office in early December, sooner than most because of the circumstances.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2020Arizona reports 4,123 new coronavirus cases, 19 additional deaths
Arizona reported 4,123 new coronavirus cases and 19 deaths on Thursday, putting the state's totals at 287,225 COVID-19 infections and 6,384 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2020Phoenix City Council approves changes for controversial street names
The Phoenix City Council voted Wednesday to change two street names that were considered offensive to Desert Cactus Street and Piestewa Peak Drive.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 19, 2020St. Mary’s Food Bank still needs 6,500 turkeys before Thanksgiving
St. Mary's Food Bank is in need of more than 6,500 turkeys to reach its donation goal ahead of Thanksgiving.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2020Phoenix sets another heat record for third consecutive day
For the third straight day, Phoenix broke a heat record on Wednesday. The mercury hit 89 degrees to break the daily record.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2020
Ducey announces multiple measures to slow spread of COVID-19 in Arizona
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced multiple measures on Wednesday to address the rise in coronavirus cases across the state — but not a mask mandate.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Nov 18, 2020Phoenix-area high school student credited with saving woman’s life
A Phoenix-area high school student was hailed as a hero this week after he likely saved the life of a woman in the throes of a medical emergency.