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Donors to match contributions to Fountain Hills Dark Sky Center for limited time
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Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers to open new location in Surprise
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Loop 101 off-ramp set to close in Scottsdale for highway expansion
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New Canada trade office unveiled in Arizona
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FBI investigates family friend 'Uncle Hilty' in kidnapping case
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Southbound lanes of State Route 51 closed near Bethany Home Road due to crash
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Intersection of Yale Street and 36th Street closed in Phoenix after shooting
Police are investigating a shooting that happened Monday around 12:30 p.m. in the intersection of Yale Street and 36th Street, police said.
Man accused of starting wildfire in national wildlife preserve in Yuma
A Yuma man has been arrested for allegedly starting a wildfire in a national wildlife preserve near the California border.
County leaders invest in chilled water fountains at McDowell Mountain Regional Park
Three chilled water fountains will be installed surrounding the hiking trails at McDowell Mountain Regional Park.
The Italiano restaurant to open this summer in Scottsdale
Another new Italian restaurant from award-winning Chef Joey Maggiore is arriving in Scottsdale. The Italiano will open its doors this summer.
Tempe biotech firm Nectero lands $96M VC investment to support clinical trials
A Tempe-based biotech company has landed one of the largest venture capital deals – if not the biggest – so far this year in Arizona.
Governor Hobbs to appear at Memorial Day ceremony for military service members, veterans
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will appear at a special Memorial Day ceremony to honor military service members, veterans and their families.
ArizonaSports.com
Boston Celtics sweep the Indiana Pacers to reach the NBA Finals
Derrick White's tiebreaking 3-pointer with 43 seconds left leads the Boston Celtics to a four-game sweep of the Indiana Pacers.
Report: MLB umpire Ángel Hernández to retire
Longstanding MLB umpire Ángel Hernández to reportedly retire from the MLB after over 30 years in the league.
Arizona State’s DeCarlos Brooks set to host 2nd Cutback Giveback Haircut Event
Arizona State running back DeCarlos Brooks announced on his X account he is hosting his second annual Cutback Giveback Haircut Event.
Report: Phoenix Suns to hire Vince Legarza as assistant coach
The Phoenix Suns have reportedly hired Vince Legarza as an assistant to work under head coach Mike Budenholzer.
Arizona Diamondbacks’ summer pass returns with perks and giveaways
The Arizona Diamondbacks brought back their summer pass deal that will allow fans to attend all 40 home games from June through August.
Paul Sewald’s return has taken pressure off D-backs’ bullpen
Paul Sewald's return has made all the difference for an Arizona Diamondbacks's bullpen that was "uncomfortable" to begin the season.
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Arizona Business
Tempe biotech firm Nectero lands $96M VC investment to support clinical trials
A Tempe-based biotech company has landed one of the largest venture capital deals – if not the biggest – so far this year in Arizona.
Developer to breathe new life into abandoned Phoenix golf course, build 415 homes
An abandoned golf course at the southeast corner of 59th and Southern avenues in Phoenix's Laveen Village could get a new lease on life, after years of intense talks between the property's owner and community residents.
Federal Pizza joins tenant lineup for Paradise Valley Mall renovation
Upward’s Federal Pizza will open a second location in the upcoming Paradise Valley Mall renovation project.
Arizona Health
Arizona Attorney General sues health care facility over illegal secrecy clause, elder abuse
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes accused a Sun City West facility of using illegal secrecy clauses to hide elder abuse on May 20, 2024.
Executive order from Gov. Katie Hobbs expands contraceptive access in Arizona
Gov. Katie Hobbs issued an executive order protecting reproductive freedoms through increased access to contraception, officials said.
After multiple delays, new Valleywise Health Medical Center to open soon in Phoenix
The new Valleywise Health Medical Center will soon admit its first patients after four years of construction and multiple delays.
Arizona Votes
Republicans, Democrats running for CD-3 debate on economy, border, abortion before primary election
Did you miss the two Arizona CD-3 primary debates between Republicans and Democrats on May 22, 2024? This recap covers the important parts.
Ruben Gallego maintains big lead over Kari Lake in race for Arizona US Senate seat, poll says
The race in Arizona to replace Kyrsten Sinema in the U.S. Senate continues to favor Ruben Gallego over Kari Lake, according to a poll released Thursday.
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego launches bid for final term
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on Thursday launched her bid for a final term, aiming to build on her achievements over the past five years.
Youth Violence
Chandler City Council passes 2 new laws banning brass knuckles, unruly gatherings
Chandler residents who host unruly gatherings or give brass knuckles to minors may get a $2,500 fine due to two new ordinances.
Gilbert Council approves ordinance changes targeting teen violence
The Gilbert Town Council Tuesday approved two ordinance changes that target teen violence, including a ban on brass knuckles.
Defendant pleads guilty to aggravated assault in youth violence cases in Gilbert, Mesa
Christopher Fantastic, a defendant in two East Valley youth violence cases, entered guilty pleas Thursday, according to court records.
Border and Immigration
Speaker believes Arizona House has enough votes to pass Secure the Border Act, send to ballot
Speaker Ben Toma believes the Arizona House has the votes to pass the Secure the Border Act, which would send the controversial measure to the ballot in November.
Arizona senator who wanted amendments to Secure the Border Act explains why he voted 'yes'
An Arizona senator who wanted amendments to the Secure the Border Act before voting "yes" on May 22, 2024, explains why his tune changed.
Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema blasts 'bickering' Senate before border bill test vote fails
Arizona's Kyrsten Sinema expressed her frustration Thursday with the U.S. Senate's unwillingness to pass meaningful border legislation ahead of its failed test vote of a bill she helped negotiate.
Katie Hobbs believes Secure the Border Act would drive businesses out of Arizona
Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs believes the Secure the Border Act would drive businesses out of Arizona if passed.
Arizona Senate passes controversial Secure the Border Act
The Arizona Senate voted to pass the Secure the Border Act on May 22, 2024, which sends the controversial law to the Arizona House.
Arizona man accused of pointing gun at Border Patrol agent before arrest
An Arizona man was accused of pointing a gun at a Border Patrol agent prior to being arrested, authorities said Thursday.
Arizona Education
4 schools in Scottsdale Unified School District to offer no-cost meals next school year
The Scottsdale Unified School District will provide no-cost meals at four of its schools next school year.
ASU moving employees, classes off Tempe campus due to cooling issue
Arizona State University is moving employees and classes off the Tempe campus until further notice after a water line failed and caused a cooling issue.
Supt. Tom Horne asks 2 Valley schools to remove Amnesty International, citing antisemitism
Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is asking two Valley high schools to remove Amnesty International from campus, citing concerns about antisemitism.
Arizona Homeless News
Tempe purchases 2nd motel to continue fighting homelessness
The city of Tempe purchased a second motel to further its efforts to fight homelessness, the city announced Monday.
Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions shares plan for new shelter with 280 beds
The city of Phoenix's Office of Homeless Solutions wants to create a new shelter in west Phoenix, according to a Wednesday announcement.
Valley nonprofit opens new Phoenix facility to provide mental health services
Gov. Katie Hobbs spoke at a Tuesday grand opening for a new community resource center from Southwest Behavioral and Health Services.
Arizona Technology
Elon Musk’s Neuralink begins clinical trials in Phoenix
Elon Musk’s neurotechnology company Neuralink is conducting clinical trials in Phoenix for its brain implant device.
Electrify Expo, a 2-day electric vehicle festival, is pulling into Glendale this weekend
Electrify Expo, which bills itself as the world's largest electric vehicle festival, is speeding into Glendale this weekend for the first time.
Glendale Community College represented at White House for jobs in cyber event
Members from Glendale Community College's Guacho Security Operations Center (GSOC) will visit the White House on Monday.
United States
In Trump's hush money trial, prosecutors and defense lawyers are poised to make final pitch to jury
NEW YORK (AP) — Prosecutors and defense lawyers in Donald Trump’s hush money trial are set to deliver closing arguments to the jury Tuesday, each side looking to score final points with the panel before it starts deliberating the fate of the first former American president to be charged with felony crimes. The arguments, expected […]
Nobody hurt after plane's engine catches fire at Chicago O'Hare airport
CHICAGO (AP) — A commercial airliner’s engine caught fire Monday at Chicago O’Hare International Airport, the Federal Aviation Administration said. United flight 2091 to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport aborted takeoff after flames were reported around 2 p.m. while the aircraft was still on the taxiway, the FAA said. The airline said the plane, an Airbus A320, […]
81-year-old arrested after police say he terrorized a California neighborhood with a slingshot
AZUSA, Calif. (AP) — An 81-year-old man who investigators say terrorized a Southern California neighborhood for years with a slingshot has been arrested, police said. While conducting an investigation, detectives “learned that during the course of 9-10 years, dozens of citizens were being victimized by a serial slingshot shooter,” the Azusa Police Department said in […]
Man convicted of Chicago murder based on blind witness' testimony sues city, police
CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago man convicted of murder based in part on testimony from a legally blind eyewitness is suing the city and the police department. A judge convicted Darien Harris in 2014 in connection with a fatal shooting at a South Side gas station in 2011. He was 12 years into a 76-year […]
At least 22 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms that devastated several US states
Deadly weather killed at least 18 people, injured hundreds and left a wide trail of destruction across Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.
Biden says each generation has to 'earn' freedom, in solemn Memorial Day remarks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden marked Memorial Day with a pledge that the country would continue the work of the nation’s fallen toward a more perfect union, “for which they lived, and for which they died.” Delivering remarks at a solemn remembrance ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Biden said each generation must ensure the […]
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Here's how to be worry-free when your A/C goes out in the middle of summer
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Desert Institute for Spine Care is the place for weekend warriors to fix their back pain
Spring has sprung and nothing is better than March in Arizona. The temperatures are perfect and with the beautiful weather, Arizona has become a hotbed for hikers, runners, golfers, pickleball players and all types of weekend warriors.
Here are 5 things Arizona residents need to know about their HVAC system
It's warming back up in the Valley, which means it's time to think about your air conditioning system's preparedness for summer.