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NEW: Rudy Giuliani is the final defendant to serve indictment in Arizona fake elector case
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Tempe City Council approves new prevailing wage ordinance
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Arizona Biltmore sold for $705M — the Valley's largest hospitality deal this year
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Here are 5 tips for staying sane this summer as a mother
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Here are 15 websites you will find yourself using all the time
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Firefighters achieve fire control on brush fire near North Mountain in Phoenix
Arizona News
J&J Snack Foods opens distribution center in Glendale
J&J Snack Foods has opened a distribution center in Glendale.
Rudy Giuliani served Arizona indictment in alleged scheme to overturn 2020 presidential election results
Attorney Rudy Giuliani was served notice on Friday of his Arizona indictment in the alleged scheme to overturn 2020 presidential election results in former President Donald Trump's favor, according to Kris Mayes, the state's attorney general.
City of Phoenix teams with SRP to remove trees close to power lines, plant more
The City of Phoenix and Salt River Project (SRP) recently teamed to remove trees that posed a threat to overhead power lines within the utility company's service territory.
Someburros sets opening date for first San Tan Valley location
Someburros, a family-operated Mexican food chain, is opening its first San Tan Valley location next month.
Kane Brown headlines 'Boots in the Park' concert in Tempe this weekend
“Boots in the Park” is returning to Tempe for the third time this weekend, prompting several street closures and restrictions near the event.
Phoenix still a top US market for big-box industrial growth, report says
Phoenix has kept its title as one of the top markets in the country for the growth of large warehouse space even as the sector has cooled off nationally, according to a CBRE Group Inc. report.
ArizonaSports.com
Rebuilding mounds and jawing dugouts: Diamondbacks drop another weird game to Tigers
The Diamondbacks fell to the Tigers in a game that had jawing from the dugouts and a disagreements on what the mound should feel like.
Copper scores career-high 38 points in Mercury home-opening win over Dream
Kahleah Copper scored a career-high 38 points in the Phoenix Mercury's home-opening win over the Atlanta Dream on Saturday night.
Saint John’s forward Glenn Taylor Jr. to transfer to GCU
Saint John and Arizona high school product Glenn Taylor Jr. announced on his social media his transfer to GCU
Grand Canyon guard Jovan Blacksher Jr. to enter transfer portal
Grand Canyon Antelopes guard Jovan Blacksher Jr. has entered the transfer portal after being granted an additional year of eligibility.
Report: Fanatics files lawsuit against Cardinals rookie Marvin Harrison Jr.
Fanatics reportedly has filed a lawsuit against Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. for breach of contract.
Diamondbacks’ Geraldo Perdomo a couple weeks from return, per Torey Lovullo
Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo gave the most clear timetable for shortstop Geraldo Perdomo's return yet.
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Arizona Business
Phoenix still a top US market for big-box industrial growth, report says
Phoenix has kept its title as one of the top markets in the country for the growth of large warehouse space even as the sector has cooled off nationally, according to a CBRE Group Inc. report.
Peoria Airpark project could create thousands of jobs, millions in revenue
Plans for a new regional airport and employment center in Peoria could generate nearly 8,000 jobs and millions of dollars in revenue for the municipality, according to a study released this month.
First Hobby Lobby in Queen Creek opening next week
Popular arts and crafts retail chain Hobby Lobby will open its first Queen Creek location on May 20, officials announced on Wednesday.
Arizona Health
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 Supreme Court grants 90-day delay on enforcement of state's 1864 abortion law
The Arizona Supreme Court on Monday granted a 90-day stay on allowing the state's 1864 abortion law to go back into effect, clearing the way for a possible appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court.
Arizona health authorities launch new efforts to prevent suicide
The 2024-2026 suicide prevention plan from the Arizona Department of Health Services has three steps, according to an expert.
Arizona Votes
John Eastman pleads not guilty on charges connected to Arizona fake electors case
Attorney John Eastman pleaded not guilty on Friday to conspiracy, fraud and forgery charges for his role in the effort to overturn Donald Trump’s loss in Arizona in 2020.
AZ Political Podcast: Jon Gabriel on state of Arizona Republican Party, upcoming races
Conservative writer and content creator Jon Gabriel discusses the state of the Arizona Republican Party on this week's AZ Political Podcast.
What do the Democrats running for Arizona CD-1 think of immigration, economy?
Did you miss the Arizona Congressional District 1 Democratic primary debate debate on May 15? This informative recap has important details.
Youth Violence
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.
Defendants in 3 cases connected to Gilbert Goons plead guilty to assault charges
Defendants in three East Valley youth violence cases connected to the Gilbert Goons have entered guilty pleas.
Target trial date set for suspects accused in murder of Preston Lord
A target trial date has been set as six of the seven suspects in the Preston Lord case appeared in court on Thursday.
Border and Immigration
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 Republican explains why he won't vote for current version of Secure the Border Act
Republican state Sen. Ken Bennett said he doesn't support the Secure the Border Act in its current form and won't unless he sees changes to the bill.
U.S. Sen. Kelly of Arizona urges GOP colleagues to consider bipartisan border agreement
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona urged Republicans to pass a bipartisan border agreement on the Senate floor Wednesday.
San Diego passes Tucson as busiest sector for illegal border crossings from Mexico into US
Arrests for illegally crossing the U.S. border from Mexico fell more than 6% in April to the fourth lowest month of the Biden administration.
Arizona Chamber of Commerce leader explains opposition to HCR2060, aka Secure the Border Act
The leader of Arizona’s largest business advocacy group explained Wednesday why he opposes HCR2060, aka the Secure the Border Act.
Most Arizona voters agree immigration reform is needed, survey finds
Most Arizona voters believe that immigration reform is needed and will require a bipartisan solution to fix ongoing problems, according to a survey released Monday.
Arizona Education
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.
Mesa High School student arrested after gun found by new detection system
A Mesa High School student was arrested Wednesday after a weapon was found by a newly implemented detection system, officials said.
17-year-old 'genius' graduates from ASU with doctorate in integrated behavioral health
Dorothy Jean Tillman II entered college at the age of 10. This year, she earned a doctorate from Arizona State University at 17 years old.
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
America's first Black astronaut candidate finally goes to space 60 years later on Bezos rocket
VAN HORN, Texas (AP) — America’s first Black astronaut candidate finally rocketed into space 60 years later, flying with Jeff Bezos’ rocket company on Sunday. Ed Dwight was an Air Force pilot when President John F. Kennedy championed him as a candidate for NASA’s early astronaut corps. But he wasn’t picked for the 1963 class. […]
Airstrike kills 27 in central Gaza and fighting rages as Israel's leaders are increasingly divided
DEIR AL-BALAH, Gaza Strip (AP) — An Israeli airstrike killed 27 people in central Gaza, mostly women and children, and fighting with Hamas raged across the north on Sunday as Israel’s leaders aired divisions over who should govern Gaza after the war, now in its eighth month. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces criticism from the […]
Disneyland character and parade performers in California vote to join labor union
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Disneyland performers who help bring Mickey Mouse, Cinderella and other beloved characters to life at the Southern California resort chose to unionize following a three-day vote culminating on Saturday. The Actors’ Equity Association labor union said in a statement Saturday that cast members for the parades and characters departments at Disney’s […]
Dive team finds bodies of 2 men dead inside plane found upside down in Alaska lake
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — The bodies of two men have been recovered from a plane that was found face down in a lake, Alaska State Troopers said Saturday. Troopers were notified late Friday of the upside-down aircraft in Six Mile Lake near the Athabascan community of Nondalton, located about 200 miles (322 kilometers) southwest of […]
6 people killed, 10 others injured in Idaho when pickup crashes into passenger van
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (AP) — Six people were killed Saturday in Idaho in a two-car accident that included a large passenger van, authorities said. Ten others were injured in the crash on U.S. Highway 20 in Idaho Falls and taken to local hospitals, Idaho State Police said in a statement. An eastbound pickup crossed the […]
Rudy Giuliani served Arizona indictment in alleged scheme to overturn 2020 presidential election results
Attorney Rudy Giuliani was served notice on Friday of his Arizona indictment in the alleged scheme to overturn 2020 presidential election results in former President Donald Trump's favor, according to Kris Mayes, the state's attorney general.
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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.
Midwestern University Clinics: transforming health care in the valley
Midwestern University, long a fixture of comprehensive health care education in the West Valley, is also a recognized leader in community health care.
Sciatica pain is treatable but surgery may be required
Sciatica pain is one of the most common ailments a person can face, and if not taken seriously, it could become one of the most harmful.