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ASU President Michael Crow pleased with university's handling of pro-Palestine protest
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Maricopa County Attorney emphasizes that the fentanyl crisis in Arizona remains prevalent
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Dave says: Wedding worries and emergency fund questions
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Valley food drive to combat hunger returns to mailboxes this weekend
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1 man dead, another injured after 2-vehicle collision in Phoenix
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Arizona News
Police in Surprise take bite out of crime with arrest in 'Croc Bandit' case
Police in Surprise took a bite out of crime Monday by making an arrest in what they are calling the “Croc Bandit” case.
Dog saved from mountain now available for adoption at Arizona Humane Society
A 2-year-old shar-pei mix who had dehydration and minor wounds is now up for adoption. The dog saved from a mountain is named Bright Eyes.
Gilbert's McKenna Faith Breinholt eliminated from 'American Idol'
When voting on the top five performers of this season of "American Idol," the public eliminated singer McKenna Faith Breinholt from Gilbert.
Cave Springs Campground north of Sedona closed for months for stabilization project
The Cave Springs Campground north of Sedona is set to be closed until August for a project that will stabilize the ground in the area.
Maricopa County Sheriff's Office K9 named Kimbo dies from complications related to bloat
A K9 named Kimbo for the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office died from an unexpected medical emergency on May 1.
Suspect accused of ramming car into Glendale home, barricading himself during domestic dispute
A suspect was arrested after allegedly ramming a car into a Glendale home before barricading himself inside the residence on Monday.
ArizonaSports.com
Arizona lands Campbell transfer Anthony Dell’Orso, per report
Campbell transfer and sophomore wing Anthony Dell'Orso has committed to Arizona, according to ESPN's Jonathan Givony.
Report: Cardinals signing ex-Bengals linebacker Markus Bailey to 1-year deal
The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly signing former Cincinnati Bengals linebacker Markus Bailey to a one-year deal.
Report: Taulia Tagovailoa accepts invite to Cardinals’ rookie minicamp
Quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa has reportedly accepted an invite to attend the Arizona Cardinals' rookie minicamp kicking off this week.
Commissioner: WNBA to begin full-time charter flights this season
The wait for full-time charter flights for WNBA teams finally is over with commissioner Cathy Engelbert announcing the league's plans.
Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald reinstated, reliever Scott McGough optioned
Arizona Diamondbacks closer Paul Sewald was reinstated after he began the year on the injured list with an oblique injury.
Report: Free-agent wide receiver Zay Jones visiting Cardinals
Former Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones is reportedly visiting the Arizona Cardinals on Tuesday.
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Arizona Business
Here are the latest details as $40M Desert Diamond Arena renovation begins
Construction on a $40 million renovation to Desert Diamond Arena, which is owned by the city of Glendale, is set to start in June.
Arizona sportsbooks get 2024 started with record-breaking momentum
After a record year in 2023, sportsbooks operating in Arizona are already seeing double-digit increases in 2024.
Taco Chelo's second location set to open in Tempe near ASU
Taco Chelo, an established taquería in downtown Phoenix, is set to open a second location in Tempe near Arizona State University.
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
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.
Arizona judicial review panel says 1 judge up for retention in 2024 doesn't meet standards
The Arizona judicial review panel gave passing grades to all but one of the judges eligible for retention votes in the 2024 general election.
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.
County Attorney Rachel Mitchell offers insight on Gilbert Goons street gang designation
County Attorney Rachel Mitchell said that Thursday's street gang designation of the Gilbert Goons addressed some community concerns.
Border and Immigration
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.
Two Arizona human smugglers sentenced for death of migrant
Two Tucson men were sentenced last month for their roles in the death of a 17-year-old migrant in 2022, authorities said.
Arizona Education
Arizona State University won't tolerate disruptions at graduation ceremonies
Disruptions won't be tolerated at Arizona State University's spring 2024 graduation ceremonies, the school said.
Over $650K going to construction apprenticeship programs in Arizona to support jobs
Thanks to the BuildItAZ Apprenticeship Initiative, five construction apprenticeship programs got grant awards to expand their workforces.
First lady Jill Biden to be special guest speaker at Mesa Community College graduation
First lady Jill Biden will be the special guest speaker at Mesa Community College’s 2023-24 graduation ceremony.
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 arrested in NYC after driver strikes pro-Palestinian protester following demonstration
NEW YORK (AP) — Three people have been arrested after a driver hit a pro-Palestinian protester on a Manhattan street Tuesday, police said. New York Police Detective Melissa Delacruz said the incident happened around 8:45 a.m. near the intersection of 72nd Street and Park Avenue on the Upper East Side. About 25 protesters had been […]
Semi-automatic gun ban nixed in Colorado’s Democratic-controlled statehouse after historic progress
DENVER (AP) — A sweeping bill to ban the sale and transfer of semi-automatic firearms was nixed in Colorado’s Democratic-controlled Legislature on Tuesday as lawmakers pressed forward with a slew of other gun control bills on the 25th anniversary year of the Columbine High School massacre. The western state has a deep history with firearms […]
Judges say they'll draw new Louisiana election map if lawmakers don't by June 3
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Federal judges who recently threw out a congressional election map giving Louisiana a second mostly Black district said Tuesday the state Legislature must pass a new map by June 3 or face having the panel impose one on the state. The order from a panel of two federal district judges and […]
Editorial Roundup: United States
Excerpts from recent editorials in the United States and abroad: May 6 The Washington Post on Medicare and Social Security reforms President Biden and former president Donald Trump don’t agree on much, but both have pledged not to touch Social Security benefits. This is a reflection of political reality, which is that a lot of […]
Key takeaways from Stormy Daniels' testimony in Trump hush money trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Donald Trump paid porn actor Stormy Daniels for her silence before the 2016 election. Now he’s forced to confront her testimony about their alleged sexual encounter in the midst of another presidential campaign. Daniels took the witness stand Tuesday in his hush money criminal trial, putting the presumptive Republican presidential nominee […]
Georgia mother identified as person killed in fall at daughter's Ohio State graduation ceremony
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — A woman who fell from the stands to her death during a graduation ceremony at Ohio State University last weekend has been identified as a Georgia resident, authorities announced Tuesday. The Franklin County Coroner’s Office said Larissa Brady, 53, was pronounced dead at the scene, just outside Ohio Stadium in Columbus […]
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