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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019World’s largest solar-powered data center coming to Arizona
Arizona will soon be home to the world's largest solar-powered data center. It will sit on 717 acres south of Kingman off Interstate 40.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Arizona Department of Corrections Charles Ryan announces retirement
Arizona Department of Corrections Director Charles Ryan, who's been under fire for his handling of state prison system issues, announced his retirement.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Mesa man accused of smuggling 1,600 pounds of marijuana at border
Border agents in Arizona arrested a Mesa man and a Mexican woman after they were caught hauling nearly a ton of marijuana while trying to enter the U.S.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Phoenix area will get some rain, then – surprise – lots of heat will return
The isolated rain showers that fell on metro Phoenix to finish off the workweek Friday may make way for something a little bigger over the weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Phoenix police chief fires officer accused of assaulting suspect
Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams has fired a veteran officer accused of assaulting a handcuffed shoplifting suspect last year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019McSally says she may support gun laws as long as they preserve rights
U.S. Sen. Martha McSally of Arizona says she could potentially support gun reform legislation, as long as it does not violate constitutional rights.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Wrong-way semitruck driver arrested on Valley freeway
A wrong-way semitruck driver was arrested on a Valley freeway early Friday morning, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Weekend freeway closures to cause major disruptions in East Valley
The largest round of closures for the South Mountain Freeway project will cause major disruptions in the East Valley this weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Scottsdale upgrades voter website in advance of $319M bond election
With a $319 million bond election later this year, the city of Scottsdale unveiled an upgraded voter information website with an easy-to-remember address.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 9, 2019Valley fire departments offering free CPR training throughout August
Mesa Fire and Medical, Scottsdale Fire and Queen Creek Fire and Medical are among the departments offering free classes throughout the month.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Woman accused of leaving child in stroller in Phoenix parking lot
The woman believed to have abandoned her child in a Phoenix parking lot in May has been arrested and charged with child abuse.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Glendale man arrested again for allegedly recording in bathroom
A Glendale man was arrested for the second time for allegedly planting a video recording device in a bathroom, this time at a mall ice cream shop.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Arizona rainy day fund surpasses $1 billion for first time
Following a sizable investment at the beginning of the fiscal year, Arizona's rainy day fund has surpassed $1 billion for the first time in state history.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Dad of Arizona man allegedly killed by immigrant announces Congress run
The father of a man killed while working at a Valley convenience store, allegedly by an immigrant living in the country illegally, has announced a run for Congress in Arizona.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Firefighters gain upper hand on Verde Fire northeast of Scottsdale
Authorities expect to see full containment by Friday night on the Verde Fire, which has been burning all week about 15 miles northeast of Scottsdale.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Arizona woman arrested at checkpoint after dog sniffs out 227 pounds of meth
An Arizona woman was arrested over the weekend after a Border Patrol K-9 unit sniffed out 227 pounds of meth stashed in her SUV.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019German airline to offer nonstop Phoenix-Frankfurt flight in 2020
An airline based in Germany announced Wednesday that it will offer a nonstop flight between Phoenix and Frankfurt, starting next year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Former Gov. Brewer calls on Ducey to push forward gun reform legislation
Former Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer says Gov. Doug Ducey needs to "drive the train" toward passing gun safety legislation in the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 20194 pedestrians hurt in separate car incidents in Phoenix
Four people were hit by cars in separate incidents in Phoenix early Thursday, police said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 8, 2019Arizona Cardinals preseason game to impact West Valley traffic Thursday
ADOT is advising drivers in the West Valley to allow for extra travel time Thursday afternoon ahead of the Arizona Cardinals' first preseason game.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 2019Arizona outdoor workers’ tips for staying safe in the summer heat
Avoiding hot summer temperatures is impossible for Arizonans who make their living beneath the scorching sun. Here's how they cope.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 201940,000 expected at Chase Field this weekend for religious convention
The Diamondbacks are on the road this weekend, but Chase Field will be packed with a convention for thousands of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 2019Autism therapy center to open 12 Arizona locations, create 650 jobs
Hopebridge Autism Therapy Centers announced plans Tuesday to open 12 pediatric facilities in Arizona in the next 12 to 18 months.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Aug 7, 2019Arizona House Democratic leader seeks special session for gun safety
Compelled to act after recent mass shootings in the U.S., the Arizona House minority leader doesn’t want to wait until next year to address gun violence.