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Northern Arizona highway to close temporarily out of concern for prescribed fire smoke
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New rule aims to speed up removal of limited group of migrants who don't qualify for asylum
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Stormy Daniels delivers shocking testimony about Trump, but trial hinges on business records
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Construction of new Interstate 10 bridges over Gila River to begin next week
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ASU scholar won't teach again at school after confrontation at pro-Israel rally
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Vietnam veteran's remains identified 49 years after being found in northern Arizona
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Convicted killer gets 2 life sentences for 2022 double-murder in East Valley
A convicted killer was sentenced last week to life in prison for a double-murder in Mesa more than two years ago.
New indoor pickleball club with 10 courts set to open in East Valley
Pickleball players who want to enjoy air conditioning while getting exercise can soon visit the Center Court Pickleball Club in Gilbert.
Destructive wildfire northeast of metro Phoenix classified as 'human-caused'
The Horse Fire, a destructive wildfire burning northeast of metro Phoenix, was caused by human activity, authorities said.
Body found dead inside Mesa home day after fire tears through structure
A body was found inside a Mesa home the day after a fire tore through the structure on Wednesday evening, authorities said.
Peoria contemplates creation of airport complex to spur economic development
Peoria officials are contemplating the creation of an airport complex to spur economic development in the West Valley suburb.
Phoenix Symphony fusing tunes from Biggie, Tupac with classical music for trio of shows
The Phoenix Symphony is going outside of the box, incorporating music from late rappers Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac for three shows later this month.
ArizonaSports.com
James Jones won’t be fired but front office changes are coming for Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns will see a change in their front office, Arizona Sports’ John Gambadoro reported on Thursday.
Diamondbacks’ injured list tracker: Alek Thomas suffers latest setback
Injuries have played a pivotal role this season for the Diamondbacks to slow their momentum from last year, and they will continue to do so.
Cardinals rookies on cusp of writing new chapter in their football journeys
While the NFL Draft marked the end of one journey, it along with rookie minicamp kicking off Friday signaled the beginning of another.
Arizona Cardinals sign Xavier Thomas, 3 other rookies to 4-year contracts
The Arizona Cardinals signed four rookies from their 2024 NFL Draft class to four-year contracts on Thursday.
Mike Budenholzer early frontrunner to become new Suns head coach
Former Hawks and Bucks head coach Mike Budenholzer has emerged as a frontrunner for the Phoenix Suns after they fired Frank Vogel.
Fans wonder what comes next for the Suns after Frank Vogel firing
Fan and media reactions to the Suns firing head coach Frank Vogel varied from jubilation to skepticism that the team made the right move.
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Arizona Business
New indoor pickleball club with 10 courts set to open in East Valley
Pickleball players who want to enjoy air conditioning while getting exercise can soon visit the Center Court Pickleball Club in Gilbert.
Peoria contemplates creation of airport complex to spur economic development
Peoria officials are contemplating the creation of an airport complex to spur economic development in the West Valley suburb.
Nordstrom Rack set to open at Queen Creek Marketplace
Shoppers can join a grand opening next Thursday to celebrate a new Nordstrom Rack in Queen Creek. The event starts at 9 a.m.
Arizona Health
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.
Walmart nixes plans to open Arizona health centers, will close other US clinics
Walmart Health, which had planned to open nearly 80 medical clinics by the end of 2024, including in Arizona, is scrapping those plans.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signs bill to repeal near-total abortion ban
Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a bill on Thursday to repeal the Civil War-era abortion ban that made the procedure virtually illegal in Arizona.
Arizona Votes
Republican US Senate hopeful Mark Lamb says he's ready to debate Kari Lake before primary
Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb said he is looking forward to going toe-to-toe with Kari Lake during the Arizona Republican primary debate.
Sen. Mark Kelly discusses pro-Palestine protests; Kari Lake's 'strap on a Glock' statement
Sen. Mark Kelly joined NBC's Kristen Welker for a “Meet the Press” segment, where he made his stances clear on political issues in Arizona.
Arizona GOP wins appeal of sanctions for failed 2020 election challenge
The Arizona Republican Party won't be responsible for more than $27,000 in sanctions and attorney fees for a failed election challenge.
Youth Violence
Chandler City Council considering brass knuckles ban as a way to deter youth violence
The Chandler City Council on Thursday will consider a proposal to ban brass knuckles for minors as a way to deter youth violence.
19-year-old arrested in connection with 2022 assault in Gilbert
A teenager was taken into custody last week in connection with a 2022 assault in Gilbert, authorities announced, the latest arrest in a string of East Valley youth violence cases.
Here's a timeline of everything involving Preston Lord, Gilbert Goons, East Valley youth violence
Here's a timeline of everything involving Preston Lord, the Gilbert Goons and youth violence that has occurred in the East Valley.
Border and Immigration
Arizona's Greg Stanton among Democrats asking Biden to take executive action at border
Arizona Rep. Greg Stanton joined 14 other Democrats in urging President Joe Biden to take action to address the border crisis on Tuesday.
Brandon Judd, president of the National Border Patrol Council, to retire in May
Brandon Judd, the president of the National Border Patrol Council, will retire on May 18 according to the Border Patrol Union.
Mexican officials regret US decision not to retry American rancher in fatal shooting of Mexican man
One Mexican official expressed regret over the U.S. decision not to retry George Alan Kelly in the fatal shooting of a Mexican man.
Prosecutors say they will not retry an Arizona rancher accused of murder near the US-Mexico border
Prosecutors said Monday they will not retry Arizona rancher George Alan Kelly, who was accused of killing Gabriel Cuen-Buitimea in 2023.
Arizona judge declares mistrial in the case of a rancher accused of fatally shooting a migrant
An Arizona judge declared a mistrial in the case of rancher accused of killing a Mexican man on his property near the U.S.-Mexico border.
Senate dismisses two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security secretary, ends trial
The Senate dismissed impeachment charges against Alejandro Mayorkas, ending House Republicans' bid to remove the Homeland Security secretary.
Arizona Education
Trial begins for ex-University of Arizona grad student accused of killing professor in 2022
The trial for an ex-University of Arizona grad student accused of fatally shooting a professor in 2022 has officially begun.
Arizona Department of Education unveils new plan to protect students from fentanyl
A new task force from the Arizona Department of Education called STOPIT is designed to fight fentanyl in schools.
ASU President Michael Crow pleased with university's handling of pro-Palestine protest
Arizona State University President Michael Crow applauded how the school handled a pro-Palestine protest on campus nearly two weeks ago, praising the police response and overall nature of the demonstration.
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
Third week of testimony in Trump's hush money trial draws to a close, with Michael Cohen yet to come
NEW YORK (AP) — The third week of testimony in Donald Trump’s hush money trial draws to a close Friday after jurors heard the dramatic, if not downright seamy, account of porn actor Stormy Daniels, while prosecutors gear up for their most crucial witness: Michael Cohen, Trump’s former attorney. Daniels’ story of an alleged sexual […]
No sign of widespread lead exposure from Maui wildfires, Hawaii health officials say
HONOLULU (AP) — Lead screening conducted on west Maui residents after last summer’s devastating wildfires showed no widespread exposure to the toxic metal, Hawaii health officials said Thursday. Blood samples were taken from 557 people after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century ripped through the town of Lahaina, killing 101 people. Just […]
UN to vote on resolution that would grant Palestine new rights and revive its UN membership bid
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. General Assembly is expected to vote Friday on a resolution that would grant new “rights and privileges” to Palestine and call on the Security Council to favorably reconsider its request to become the 194th member of the United Nations. The United States vetoed a widely backed council resolution on […]
Seattle to open short-term recovery center for people after a fentanyl overdose
SEATTLE (AP) — Seattle will open a new space for people to recover and receive treatment for nearly 24 hours after they have overdosed on fentanyl or other drugs, Mayor Bruce Harrell announced Thursday. The center is slated to open near the Pioneer Square neighborhood in mid-2025 and will be run by a homelessness and […]
Man paralyzed after being hit with a Taser while running from police in Colorado sues officer
DENVER (AP) — A man who said he was paralyzed after being hit with a Taser while running from police in Colorado filed a federal lawsuit Thursday against one of the officers, seeking $100 million in damages. Lawyers for Jacob Root, who was suspected of stealing a car, allege Officer Robert Comstock fired a Taser […]
Chinese billionaire gets time served, leaves country after New York, Rhode Island straw donor scheme
A Chinese billionaire who pleaded guilty to funneling illegal straw donations to politicians’ campaigns in New York and Rhode Island was sentenced Thursday to time served and quickly left the country as part of his deal with prosecutors to forfeit his green card. Hui Qin, 56, a Chinese film magnate with homes in Manhattan and […]
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