THE LATEST
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BREAKING: Gilbert Goons are officially designated as a criminal street gang
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Here's a timeline of everything involving Preston Lord, Gilbert Goons, East Valley youth violence
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Silver Alert issued in March canceled after missing Phoenix man located at hospital
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Suspect dies after getting shot by police near Hohokam Stadium in Mesa
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Scottsdale bodycam footage shows suspect of stolen car fatally shot during rush hour
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SRP reservoirs that feed metro Phoenix water supply nearing capacity
Arizona News
Sprouts Farmers Market hiring for new store opening soon in north Phoenix
Sprouts Farmers Market is hiring for a new store opening next month near Carefree Highway and Interstate 17 in north Phoenix.
Phoenix man sentenced to 8.5 years for trying to hire hitman to kill mother of his children
Phoenix man sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for trying to hire hitman to kill woman after child custody battle.
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.
Free Banner Health class in Sun City taught seniors how to safely find love and friends online
To fight senior isolation, which can hurt an older person's mental and physical well-being, Banner Health held a dating class on Tuesday.
Phoenix Mercury’s Brittney Griner says she thought about killing herself while in Russian jail
Phoenix Mercury's Brittney Griner says she thought about killing herself during her first few weeks in a Russian jail after her 2022 arrest.
ASU releases free online video game to teach children about heat safety
ASU recently released a free-to-play online game accessible by web browsers called "Beat the Heat." It teaches kids about heat safety.
ArizonaSports.com
Reports: Former ASU Sun Devil Elijhah Badger planning to visit Arizona and Florida
Former Arizona State Sun Devils wide receiver Elijhah Badger is planning to visit Arizona and Florida, according to multiple reports.
Dadrion Taylor-Demerson manifested getting drafted ‘home’ by Arizona Cardinals
Texas Tech safety Dadrion Taylor-Demerson felt a connection to the Arizona Cardinals in the pre-draft process and it came to fruition.
Wolf or Tip? Cardinals rookie TE Tip Reiman prides himself on being a mauler
Arizona Cardinals 2024 third-round pick Tip Reiman isn't one to hide from contact. In fact, he welcomes it with open arms.
Petzing: Important Cardinals’ Marvin Harrison Jr. begins NFL career ‘just like anybody else’
It's of the utmost importance Marvin Harrison Jr. is "just like anybody else" joining an NFL offense for the first time.
Hero beekeeper Matt Hilton getting own Topps baseball card
Matt Hilton, the beekeeper who cleared the bee swarm at Tuesday's game between the D-backs and Dodgers is getting his own Topps baseball card.
Tetairoa McMillan among Arizona Wildcats projected as 1st-round picks in 2025 NFL Draft
Arizona enters 2025 with high expectations. It starts with Tetairoa McMillan's talent as a potential first-round pick in the NFL Draft.
Podcasts
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Arizona Business
Sprouts Farmers Market hiring for new store opening soon in north Phoenix
Sprouts Farmers Market is hiring for a new store opening next month near Carefree Highway and Interstate 17 in north Phoenix.
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.
Whole Foods taking over former Fry's space near Old Town Scottsdale
A new Whole Foods grocery is coming to the Downtown East Shopping Center in Scottsdale, replacing a 48-year-old Fry's grocery store.
Arizona Health
Free Banner Health class in Sun City taught seniors how to safely find love and friends online
To fight senior isolation, which can hurt an older person's mental and physical well-being, Banner Health held a dating class on Tuesday.
ASU releases free online video game to teach children about heat safety
ASU recently released a free-to-play online game accessible by web browsers called "Beat the Heat." It teaches kids about heat safety.
Arizona Senate passes bill to repeal near-total abortion ban, sends it to governor
A bill to repeal Arizona’s near-total abortion ban is a signature away from becoming law after the state Senate passed it on Wednesday.
Arizona Votes
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.
Maricopa County looking to hire 2,000 temporary workers for primary election
Maricopa County Elections wants to hire 1,500 temporary poll workers, along with 500 additional positions like drivers, clerks and more.
AZ Political Podcast: Arizona House Speaker Ben Toma talks fake elector indictment
This episode of AZ Political Podcast features Arizona House Speaker Ben Toma, who shares his thoughts on the fake elector scheme.
Youth Violence
Chandler mayor says city is exploring ways to address issue of youth violence
A day after a listening session on youth violence, Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke said his East Valley suburb is exploring ways to address the issue.
Chandler city leaders to host community listening session on youth violence
Chandler city officials will host a community listening session on teen violence and behavioral health in early May.
Talyn Vigil, suspect in murder of Preston Lord, posts bonds and is released from jail
Talyn Vigil, one of seven suspects indicted in the murder of 16-year-old Preston Lord in Queen Creek, posted bond and was released from jail Friday, authorities said.
Border and Immigration
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 officials announce nearly $55M in federal border response funds
AZ Senators Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema announced nearly $55M in federal border response funds to support Arizona's border communities.
Arizona Education
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.
Community colleges across Arizona to offer new scholarships for high-demand jobs
A new $4.5 million scholarship called the Arizona Community College Workforce Scholarship Program will help students, officials said.
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
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.
Arizona gets $156.12 million grant from federal Solar For All program on Earth Day
The Biden administration gave Arizona a nice Earth Day present in the form of a $156.12 million grant from the Solar For All program.
Amazon drone delivery landing in Phoenix area later this year, company announces
Internet retail giant Amazon announced plans to deploy its drone delivery service in metro Phoenix later this year.
United States
Maui sues cell carriers over wildfire warning alerts that were never received during service outages
HONOLULU (AP) — Had emergency responders known about widespread cellphone outages during the height of last summer’s deadly Maui wildfires, they would have used other methods to warn about the disaster, county officials said in a lawsuit. Alerts the county sent to cellphones warning people to immediately evacuate were never received, unbeknownst to the county, […]
Jurors hear closing arguments in landmark case alleging abuse at New Hampshire youth center
BRENTWOOD, N.H. (AP) — Jurors heard closing arguments Thursday in a landmark case seeking to hold the state of New Hampshire accountable for abuse at its youth detention center. The plaintiff, David Meehan, went to police in 2017 and sued the state three years later alleging he was brutally beaten, raped and held in solitary […]
IRS acts to address wide disparity in audit rates between Black taxpayers and other filers
WASHINGTON (AP) — The IRS said Thursday that it has taken steps to address a wide disparity in audit rates between Black taxpayers and others filers, and is more closely examining the returns of larger numbers of wealthy people and major companies. “We are overhauling compliance efforts to advance our commitment to fair, equitable, and […]
A North Carolina man is charged with mailing an antisemitic threat to a Georgia rabbi
MACON, Ga. (AP) — A North Carolina man has been charged in federal federal court with mailing a threatening postcard to a Georgia rabbi who had been outspoken in supporting a new state law that defines antisemitism. Ariel Collazo Ramos of High Point, North Carolina, faces up to five years in prison if he is […]
Pennsylvania man convicted of kidnapping a woman, driving her to a Nevada desert and suffocating her
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A Pennsylvania man who authorities say killed his girlfriend in a Nevada desert has been convicted. A jury in U.S. District Court in Nevada on Wednesday found John Matthew Chapman, 44, guilty of one count of kidnapping resulting in death, court records show. He faces life in prison at a sentencing […]
Alabama lawmakers approve legislation to ensure President Biden is on the November ballot
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama lawmakers on Thursday gave final approval to legislation to ensure President Joe Biden will appear on the state’s November ballot, mirroring accommodations the state made four years ago for then-President Donald Trump. The House of Representatives voted 93-0 for the legislation. Republican Gov. Kay Ivey signed the bill into law […]
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Desert Institute for Spine Care is the place for weekend warriors to fix their back pain
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Midwestern University Clinics: transforming health care in the valley
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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.
Here's 1 way to ensure your family is drinking safe water
Water is maybe one of the most important resources in our lives, and especially if you have kids, you want them to have access to safe water.