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Arizona House committee releases report calling for AG Kris Mayes' impeachment
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Woman killed, man injured in crash in north Phoenix
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Alito rejects calls to quit Supreme Court cases on Trump and Jan. 6 because of flag controversies
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Fewer Arizonans were arrested for DUIs over Memorial Day weekend this year than in 2023
A report from the Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety compared statewide Memorial Day weekend DUI statistics in 2024, 2023 and 2022.
14-year-old Glendale boy accused of fatally shooting father
The Glendale Police Department said a father-son shooting left a man dead, which led to the arrest of a 14-year-old suspect.
NB Interstate 17 closed briefly north of metro Phoenix after camper fire near Bumble Bee
Northbound Interstate 17 was closed briefly north of metro Phoenix on Wednesday morning after a camper caught fire, authorities said.
Arizona's Simmons Fire destroys at least 2 structures after prompting evacuations
At least two structures were destroyed overnight by a wildfire that prompted evacuations near the central Arizona town of Kearny.
17-year-old killed, another teen seriously injured in late-night shooting in Ahwatukee area
A 17-year-old boy was killed and another teen was seriously wounded in a late-night shooting Tuesday in Phoenix’s Ahwatukee neighborhood, authorities said.
Auto thefts in Arizona fell 6% last year due to various factors, expert says
Auto thefts in Arizona fell last year by 6% compared to the year before, according to a new report from The National Insurance Crime Bureau.
ArizonaSports.com
‘That Hump energy’: Cardinals’ Paris Johnson Jr. embracing chance to lead in Year 2
Paris Johnson Jr. has always aspired to be a captain. Entering Year 2 with the Arizona Cardinals, he has a real shot of achieving just that.
Phoenix Mercury come up short in back-and-forth thriller at Liberty
Betnijah Laney-Hamilton hit a tough jumper with 30 seconds left giving the Liberty a four-point cushion, and Phoenix couldn't recover.
LeBron James could be last grand slam for this version of Suns
For a desperate team with very little wiggle room like the Phoenix Suns, LeBron James might be the last grand slam available.
Top 25 recruit Joson Sanon flips commitment from Arizona to Arizona State basketball
Joson Sanon, a five-star 2024 basketball recruit, flipped his commitment from Arizona to rival Arizona State.
DL Stanley Ta’ufo’ou transfers from USC to Arizona, per report
The Arizona Wildcats built depth along their defensive line by adding USC transfer Stanley Ta'ufo'ou to the team.
Caleb Love returning to Arizona instead of staying in NBA Draft pool: ‘Show goes on’
Caleb Love will return to Arizona for his fifth college season and second with the Wildcats after putting himself in the 2024 NBA Draft pool.
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Arizona Business
Construction starts on Park Algodon, a Phoenix industrial and mixed-use project
Developers broke ground on a $250 million industrial and mixed-use project called Park Algodon on May 22, 2024, officials said.
Apache Junction spends $2.9M on historic property in move to help revitalize downtown area
Apache Junction paid $2.9 million for a historic piece of downtown property as the East Valley suburb works to redevelop its core.
Canada-based Porter Airlines to make Arizona debut with Phoenix-Toronto route
Porter Airlines, a Canadian carrier, will make its Arizona debut later this year with a new nonstop route between Phoenix and Toronto.
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
Jurors in Trump's hush money trial zero in on testimony of key witnesses as deliberations resume
NEW YORK (AP) — The jury in Donald Trump’s hush money trial is to resume deliberations Thursday after asking to rehear potentially crucial testimony about the alleged hush money scheme at the heart of the history-making case. The 12-person jury deliberated for about 4 1/2 hours on Wednesday without reaching a verdict. Besides asking to […]
Seattle police chief dismissed from top job amid discrimination, harassment lawsuits
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle’s embattled police chief has been dismissed, Mayor Bruce Harrel said Wednesday. Harrell said at a news conference that he met with Police Chief Adrian Diaz on Tuesday and they agreed Diaz should step down. He will work on special assignments for the mayor with the police department, Harrell said. Diaz’s departure […]
Disneyland performers' vote to unionize is certified by federal labor officials
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Character and parade performers at Disneyland in California are officially unionized. Federal labor officials said Wednesday that they’ve certified the results of a three-day election that took place earlier this month in Anaheim. Actors’ Equity Association will represent roughly 1,700 performers and assistants who help bring Disney’s popular characters to life […]
Michigan willing to spend millions to restore Flint properties ripped up by pipe replacement
DETROIT (AP) — The state of Michigan said it’s willing to step in and oversee property repairs at 1,900 homes in Flint where water pipes have been inspected or replaced but the grounds remain a mess. The city in March was found in civil contempt by a judge after blowing past deadlines to get the […]
Massachusetts fugitive dubbed the 'bad breath rapist' captured in California after 16 years at large
DANVILLE, Calif. (AP) — A fugitive dubbed the “bad breath rapist” has been arrested in the San Francisco Bay Area more than 16 years after he fled following his conviction for sexually assaulting a coworker in Massachusetts, authorities said this week. Tuen Kit Lee was found guilty at a 2007 trial of the kidnapping and […]
West Virginia's first ombudsman for state's heavily burdened foster care system resigns
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The first ombudsman of West Virginia’s heavily burdened foster care system has resigned. Pamela Woodman-Kaehler’s resignation will take effect June 6, the state Department of Health announced in a statement. Woodman-Kaehler said she was “choosing to pursue a new opportunity,” but did not provide more details. Woodman-Kaehler said the ombudsman’s program […]
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It's warming back up in the Valley, which means it's time to think about your air conditioning system's preparedness for summer.