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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020
Former Cave Creek resident sentenced to 4 years in prison for fraud scheme
A former Cave Creek resident was sentenced Friday to four years in prison for bilking about a dozen investors out of nearly $2 million through a fraudulent oil well scheme.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020Arizona schools chief urges more COVID-19 transparency from educators
Arizona's top schools official Kathy Hoffman said there should be more communication and transparency about the coronavirus cases on campuses to help ease community fears.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020Arizona reports 675 new coronavirus cases, 9 more deaths
Arizona health officials reported 675 new coronavirus cases and nine more deaths Tuesday, putting the state's totals at 218,184 COVID-19 infections and 5,632 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020TSA at Phoenix Sky Harbor find 9 guns in 9 days in carry-on bags
Federal officials said they pulled nine guns out of carry-on luggage in nine days recently at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020Scottsdale police use grant to purchase crash analysis equipment
The Scottsdale Police Department used a grant from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to purchase new crash analysis equipment.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2020Here’s where to celebrate National Coffee Day in the Valley
Are you looking for a place to celebrate National Coffee Day? Here are some coffee spots in town to get your caffeine fix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Canopy by Hilton in Old Town Scottsdale to open this week
Canopy by Hilton will open its Old Town Scottsdale location this week. It features 177 guest rooms and two dining ventures.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Woman, 2 children seriously injured in 2-car crash in Phoenix
Two children and a woman were seriously injured Sunday in Phoenix when their car was hit by a driver who fled the accident area on foot but was later arrested.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Phoenix Theatre Company to open 2020-21 season outdoors
Beginning in November, six of the Phoenix Theatre Company's productions will be held on an outdoor stage, located a garden next to the theater.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Arizona reports 273 new coronavirus cases, 1 additional death
Arizona health officials reported 273 new coronavirus cases and one more death Monday, putting the state's totals at 217,510 COVID-19 infections and 5,623 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Arizona used car dealership owner arrested on fraud claims
Farhad Kankash, owner of Onyx Motorsports in Tempe, was arrested on claims of fraudulent schemes against customers and lenders.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Arizona Board of Regents establishes committee to pick new NAU president
The advisory board that will select the new NAU president consists of representatives from ABOR, NAU administration, faculty, students and the community.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2020Chandler man arrested for online sexual exploitation scheme
Chandler Police arrested 26-year-old Devon Raj Sharma after an investigation found he allegedly used social media to obtain exploitative images from people.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 27, 2020Sears Fire grows to 9,200 acres, destroys several homes, buildings
The Sears Fire has consumed more than 9,200 acres and remains 0% contained. It has destroyed 3 homes, 5 outbuildings and several vehicles.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 27, 2020Shoplifting suspect arrested after hitting 2 Peoria officers with vehicle
Peoria police arrested 40-year-old Gabriel Brandin after he allegedly resisted arrest following a shoplifting incident and eluded officers multiple times.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 27, 2020Arizona reports no new deaths, 412 new coronavirus cases
Arizona health officials reported 412 new coronavirus cases and no new deaths Sunday, putting the state's totals at 217,237 COVID-19 infections and 5,622 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Closures, evacuations as Sears Fire grows to 6,800 acres north of Phoenix
Some Camp Creek residents evacuated from the area northeast of Phoenix as the Sears Fire grew to 6,800 acres on Saturday afternoon.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Buckeye holding drive-thru Halloween carnival on Oct. 24
The Town of Buckeye will host its annual Halloween parade for the 80th consecutive year, albeit in a non-traditional manner.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Operation Snake Eyes leads to arrest of 51 known gang members in Phoenix
A police initiative targeting crime spikes in the metro Phoenix area resulted in the arrest of 140 fugitives, including 51 known gang members.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Three injured in crash at 57th Street and Thunderbird Road
Three people are in serious condition after a two-car collision at 57th street and east Thunderbird Road in Phoenix on Saturday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Arizona reports 457 new coronavirus cases, 35 additional deaths
Arizona health officials reported 457 new coronavirus cases and 35 more deaths Saturday, putting the state's totals at 216,826 COVID-19 infections and 5,622 fatalities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020State Route 51 northbound reopens at Shea Boulevard exit following crash
State Route 51 northbound was closed at the Shea Boulevard exit after a crash near the exit ramp due to a possible wrong-way driver early Saturday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Arizona receives $1.49 million to support expanding adoption services
Arizona has been awarded $1.49 million by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to expand adoption efforts across the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2020Ranking says Gilbert one of top 50 places to live in US
A recent ranking by Money.com says Gilbert ranks at one of the best places to live in America, based on the economy, safety and other factors.