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2-year-old 'breathing and alert' after nearly drowning in Chandler
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Arrest made from February 2023 shooting that killed Phoenix teen
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Man riding motorized scooter dead after being hit by vehicle in downtown Phoenix
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Lane Park brings bowling, ice curling, more to Old Town Scottsdale
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Record broken for most travelers screened at US airports on Friday, according to TSA
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Firefighters nearing full containment on Wildcat Fire burning north of Phoenix
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City of Chandler to begin sewer line rehabilitation along Price Road this summer
Chandler City Council awarded service agreements on Friday that will ensure the rehabilitation of sewer line piping along Price Road.
Maricopa County opens Salt River Flats development in south Phoenix
Maricopa County officials celebrated the grand opening of Salt River Flats, which has nearly 200 affordable housing units, on Thursday.
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.
21-year-old Arizona man arrested on arson, DUI charges at Grand Canyon National Park
A man was arrested for arson after a fire broke out at Grand Canyon National Park last week, authorities said.
1-year-old in serious condition after nearly drowning in Scottsdale pool
A one-year-old boy is in serious condition after he was pulled from a pool in Scottsdale on Friday, the Scottsdale Fire Department said.
Tribes say their future is at stake as they push for Congress to consider Colorado River settlement
Navajo officials are celebrating the signing of legislation outlining a proposed Colorado River settlement that would ensure water rights.
ArizonaSports.com
Torey Lovullo: Diamondbacks’ Joc Pederson has fit into clubhouse
Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo joined Burns & Gambo and praised designated hitter Joc Pederson's start to 2024.
Former Cardinals OL Billy Price retires after surgery to remove saddle clot
Former Cardinals center Billy Price announced his retirement on Saturday after having surgery to remove a "terrifying" blood clot.
Diamondbacks’ Zac Gallen trade impact clear 5 years later: ‘We had to take a risk’
Arizona Diamondbacks general manager Mike Hazen described the Zac Gallen trade -- soon to be five years old -- as tricky to pull off.
G League president Shareef Abdur-Rahim: Valley Suns completes our connection to the NBA
NBA G League president Shareef Abdur-Rahim joins Burns & Gambo and talks about the new Phoenix Suns G-League team, the Valley Suns.
2-time PGA Tour winner and former ASU golfer Grayson Murray dies at 30
Two-time PGA Tour winner and former Arizona State golfer Grayson Murray dies at the age of 30, PGA tour announces.
ESPN: Phoenix Mercury’s Kahleah Copper is one of the breakout stars in the WNBA (so far)
ESPN's Alexa Philippou names Phoenix Mercury guard Kahleah Copper as one of the breakout stars to start the 2024 WNBA season.
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Arizona Business
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.
Longtime Valley sub shop gets new owner but keeps legacy
The Old Station Sub Shop, a Phoenix eatery that has drawn national attention due to its proximity to The Zone, has a new owner.
Oliver's Modern American to open in former Polynesian Dairy Queen site in Scottsdale
Oliver's Modern American, poised to take over the country's sole former Polynesian Dairy Queen site, will open in Scottsdale this Friday.
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
3 falcon chicks hatch atop the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York City
NEW YORK (AP) — Three peregrine falcon chicks have hatched in a nest built at the top of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge in New York City, officials said. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority Bridges and Tunnels said Friday that the chicks hatched in a nesting box set up by the agency atop a 693-foot-tall (211-meter-tall) tower on […]
Baltimore police fatally shoot a man who pulls gun during questioning; detective injured
BALTIMORE (AP) — Police officers in Baltimore fatally shot a man who pulled a gun while they questioned him in a different shooting, authorities said. A detective was shot in the chest, and his protective vest likely saved his life, Police Commissioner Richard Worley told reporters. Police were on the city’s south side investigating a […]
California teenager arrested after crowd pounded and kicked a deputy's car
HIGHLAND, Calif. (AP) — A teenager was taken into custody after a crowd of young people swarmed a deputy’s patrol car earlier this month, kicking and punching the vehicle before the deputy could drive away, a California sheriff’s office said this week. The 15-year-old male allegedly opened the driver’s door of the San Bernardino Sheriff’s […]
Biden's message to West Point graduates: You're being asked to tackle threats 'like none before'
WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) — President Joe Biden on Saturday told graduates of the U.S. Military Academy that their class is being called upon to tackle threats across the globe and preserve the country’s ideals at home “like none before.” Biden said the phrase, the class motto, was apt for the sorts of challenges they […]
Tornado warning issued for parts of Oklahoma amid severe storms as heat scorches South Texas
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Scattered severe storms continued in Oklahoma and forecasters issued a tornado warning for some parts of the state Saturday night, as some heat records were broken during the day in South Texas and people were warned of triple-digit temperatures over the long holiday weekend. The National Weather Service’s office in Norman, […]
Boeing's 1st astronaut flight now set for June after a review of small leak on new capsule
Boeing is now aiming for its first astronaut launch in early June, after spending weeks struggling with more problems on the space capsule.
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Here's how to be worry-free when your A/C goes out in the middle of summer
PHOENIX -- As Arizona approaches another hot summer, Phoenix residents are likely to spend more time indoors.
Beat the heat, ensure your AC unit is summer-ready
With temperatures starting to rise across the Valley, now is a great time to be sure your AC unit is ready to withstand the sweltering summer heat.
Condor Airlines can get you smoothly from Phoenix to Frankfurt on new A330-900neo airplane
Adventure Awaits! And there's no better way to experience the vacation of your dreams than traveling with Condor Airlines.
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.