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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020
Arizona group turns in signatures to put marijuana initiative on ballot
Supporters of legalizing recreational marijuana submitted 420,000 signatures Wednesday to get the initiative on Arizona's ballot in November.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Arizona health department reports 3,333 new coronavirus cases, 37 deaths
The Arizona health department reported 3,333 new coronavirus cases and 37 deaths Thursday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Bighorn Fire spreads near Tucson, grows past 118,000 acres
The Bighorn Fire burning near Tucson was close to overtaking the No. 7 spot Thursday for largest wildfire in Arizona history.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Gila River Hotels & Casinos reopening with enhanced safety protocols
Gila River Hotels & Casinos announced its facilities will reopen on Thursday with enhanced safety and sanitation protocols in place.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Phoenix Zoo’s ‘Cruise the Zoo’ event returning ahead of holiday weekend
In celebration of the Fourth of July, Phoenix Zoo guests will once again have the opportunity to enjoy the facility's offerings from within the comfort of their own vehicles.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Northbound State Route 87 to be restricted over Fourth of July weekend
ADOT announced Tuesday that repairs along a 13-mile stretch of State Route 87 due to the Bush Fire will restrict traffic over the Fourth of July weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Peoria motorcycle officer dies after single-vehicle crash
A West Valley police officer died after being involved in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash Wednesday, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Here’s where Fourth of July fireworks in metro Phoenix aren’t canceled
Fourth of July celebrations won’t be the same this year because of the coronavirus, but here's where fireworks shows are going on in metro Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Tempe Mayor-elect Corey Woods tests positive for COVID-19
Days before he is scheduled to be sworn into office, Tempe Mayor-elect Corey Woods announced he tested positive for coronavirus but is recovering at home.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Christ cites study’s indoor activity risk factor in Arizona gym closures
Arizona's top health official defended the state's closure of gyms Wednesday, citing a CDC study on indoor activity and coronavirus transmission.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Brush fire causes closure of Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa
The eastbound Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa was temporarily closed Wednesday because of a brush fire on the side of the road.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Arizona reports record highs of 4,878 new coronavirus cases, 88 deaths
The Arizona health department reported single-day highs of 4,878 new coronavirus cases and 88 deaths Wednesday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Arizona AG warning residents about fraudulent unemployment claims
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is warning Arizonans about fraudulent unemployment claims that could be linked to identity theft.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Glendale Fire Marshals seize nearly 4,000 pounds of illegal fireworks
Glendale Fire Marshals recovered nearly 4,000 pounds of illegal fireworks and explosive material in the Phoenix suburb on Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Scottsdale councilman won’t resign following comments at anti-mask rally
Following the use of controversial remarks at an anti-mask rally, Scottsdale councilman Guy Phillips said Tuesday he has no plans to vacate the position.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Kathy Hoffman encourages online format amid delay of in-person classes
Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman is encouraging schools to have other methods of learning at the ready amid the in-person learning delay.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Silver Alert canceled after Phoenix man with special needs found safe
A Silver Alert was canceled Tuesday around 4:15 p.m. after a 21-year-old Phoenix man with special needs was found safe, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Inflated by late data, Arizona reports record 4,682 new coronavirus cases
As expected after some results were delayed, the Arizona reported a single-day record of 4,682 new coronavirus cases Tuesday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Mesa Police fires officer charged with assault in 2019 shooting
The Mesa Police Department has formally cut ties with an officer recently charged with aggravated assault in the shooting of an unarmed man.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Flags to fly half-staff on anniversary of Yarnell hotshots’ deaths
Flags on state buildings in Arizona will be lowered to half-staff Tuesday, on the seventh anniversary of the deaths of the Granite Mountain Hotshots firefighters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020As Metrocenter shutters, residents reminisce over iconic mall
As Metrocenter shutters after 47 years, Valley residents gathered to cruise the mall for a final time over the weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020Phoenix police holds memorial service for Cmdr. Greg Carnicle
The Phoenix Police Department held a memorial service for Commander Greg Carnicle on Tuesday, three months after he was shot and killed in the line of duty.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 30, 2020
Arizona poison centers warn against ingesting methanol
Arizona poison centers are warning people about the dangers of ingesting methanol, a toxic alcohol, after seeing multiple cases in June.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 29, 2020Vice President Mike Pence postpones Arizona trip until Wednesday
Vice President Mike Pence has moved his Arizona trip from Tuesday until Wednesday, officials said.