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One of three suspects wanted in the fatal shooting of an Arizona police recruit was arrested Saturday morning, authorities said.

Police arrest 1 in connection with Tucson police recruit shooting, search continues for 2 suspects

Arizona teacher accused of sexually abusing boy faces additional charges Phoenix Children’s Give-A-Thon raises record-breaking $2.46 million in 2026

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Watch Sen. Gallego met with Head Start leaders today to discuss a new proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that would remove program standards.

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Watch Sen. Mark Kelly says he is thinking about running for president in 2028

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Watch Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky says she tried to pay speeding ticket, story 'feels like a setup'

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Watch Marcos de Niza High School in Tempe damaged by monsoon storm activity

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Two people were sentenced for their part in concealing the 2024 murder of a Navajo man, officials announced.

2 sentenced for helping cover up murder of Navajo man in Arizona

A driver, who is suspected of impairment, crashed into a hospice facility in Phoenix early Saturday morning, authorities said.

Allegedly impaired driver crashes into hospice facility in Phoenix, police say

A man is dead after being shot at an apartment complex in Tempe early Saturday morning, authorities said.

Man dies at hospital after shooting at apartment complex in Tempe

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has a commanding lead in recent poll numbers

Stay in the know with our calendar of the metro Phoenix concerts scheduled for the area's biggest venues. (Unsplash photo)

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Sen. Gallego met with Head Start leaders today to discuss a new proposed rule from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services that would remove program standards.

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Arizona News

7 hours ago
Man dies at hospital after shooting at apartment complex in Tempe

The Tempe Police Department did not identify the man or provide any information regarding a suspect.
7 hours ago
SAFE Alert canceled after 18-year-old woman found safely

The Surprise Police Department said that Mariana Magana-Morfin was located and is safe.
10 hours ago
First luxury hotel with spa in downtown Phoenix prepares to open

So far, Denū has inked deals for business groups from the legal, automotive, sports and banking and finance industries for stays and events in the fall.
Aug 21, 2026
Developer Bilbo exits Mattel park development in Arizona, presses on with $539M Kansas City plan

VAI Resort now is the developer, owner and operator of the under-construction Mattel Adventure Park in Glendale.
Aug 21, 2026
Arizona keeps legal options on the table after feds order historic Colorado River cuts

ADWR director says the state is keeping all legal options on the table after feds ordered Arizona to cut 760,000 acre-feet of river water per year.
Aug 21, 2026
ADOT narrows 2026 safety message contest down to 10 finalists

Voting to determine the two winners, which will then be displayed above highways throughout the Valley, is open online until Thursday.

Arizona Sports

4 minutes ago
Homecoming rejuvenation: Ugnius Jarusevicius emerges as key piece for Arizona Wildcats

Arizona's Ugnius Jarusevicius appears to have carved out distinct separation from fellow reserve bigs Evan Otten and Endurance…
4 hours ago
Arizona Wildcats top Lithuania senior national team to end summer tour

Ivan Kharchenkov was again Arizona's best player and showed why many are projecting him to be a lottery…
7 hours ago
Ketel Marte is ruining his Diamondbacks legacy, and there’s no end in sight

Marte’s repeated absences and poor choices are damaging his legacy, frustrating teammates and leaving the team stuck with…
15 hours ago
Win tickets to ASU vs. Morgan St

The Sun Devils are back on the gridiron. Enter for your chance to win tickets to the Arizona…
15 hours ago
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RedBird Farms and Arizona Sports are giving one lucky fan the ultimate game day experience. Enter the Fan…
Aug 21, 2026
Ketel Marte at casino for hours Friday night while Diamondbacks hosted Reds

Arizona beat Cincinnati, 9-0, without Marte in attendance Friday.

Arizona Education

Aug 21, 2026
Arizona Sen. Ruben Gallego ready to ‘get into the fight’ against proposed changes to Head Start

The Democrat met Friday with local providers and parents who are worried about how federal officials want to alter the early learning and development program.
Aug 20, 2026
Marcos de Niza High School in Tempe damaged by monsoon storm activity

Officials said classes will go on as scheduled Thursday, although some classrooms will be temporarily relocated due to the damage.
Aug 18, 2026
ESA reform Prop 212 won’t make Arizona voters’ ballot, per a court ruling

Prop 212, which would have put ESA limitations in front of voters, lacks enough valid signatures to qualify for the Arizona ballot.

Arizona Votes

Aug 20, 2026
Sen. Mark Kelly calls conditions aboard USS Lincoln ‘unacceptable,’ seeks visit to carrier

In a KTAR News exclusive, the Arizona senator also confirmed he's weighing a 2028 White House run after an Iowa swing: "Gabby and I talk about it, but I have not made a decision."
Aug 20, 2026
U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly optimistic about Gov. Katie Hobbs: ‘I think she’s gonna get reelected’

The Democratic Senator said he approves of her pick for lieutenant governor, describing John Giles as a "really good guy."
Aug 20, 2026
New poll shows Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs with 13-point lead over U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs

The Democratic incumbent holds a 48% to 35% lead over her Republican challenger among likely voters with less than three months to go until the Nov. 3 election, according to the findings.

Arizona Business

10 hours ago
First luxury hotel with spa in downtown Phoenix prepares to open

So far, Denū has inked deals for business groups from the legal, automotive, sports and banking and finance industries for stays and events in the fall.
Aug 21, 2026
Developer Bilbo exits Mattel park development in Arizona, presses on with $539M Kansas City plan

VAI Resort now is the developer, owner and operator of the under-construction Mattel Adventure Park in Glendale.
Aug 20, 2026
Cox and Spectrum are merging. Here are the changes Phoenix customers will see

The Cox-Spectrum merger is complete. Here's what Phoenix and Tucson customers should know about new pricing, packaging and branding coming in September.

Arizona Water News

Aug 21, 2026
Arizona keeps legal options on the table after feds order historic Colorado River cuts

ADWR director says the state is keeping all legal options on the table after feds ordered Arizona to cut 760,000 acre-feet of river water per year.
Aug 21, 2026
Arizona absorbs bulk of historic Colorado River cuts as Upper Basin states face none

The feds ordered the biggest water cuts the Colorado River has ever seen. Arizona will lose about half the Colorado River water that helps supply Phoenix and Tucson.
Aug 19, 2026
After recent water utility hacks, how secure is Arizona?

A swath of cyberattacks on U.S. water infrastructure in recent weeks raises the question: Could something like that happen here in Arizona?

Border and Immigration

Aug 10, 2026
Tohono O’odham Nation posts ‘No Trespassing’ signs for border wall crews

The Arizona tribe placed police on alert after learning federal contractors may enter the reservation next weekend.
Aug 6, 2026
Trump renews effort to limit birthright citizenship with scaled-back executive actions

Months after the Supreme Court struck down his first attempt, the president signed two narrower executive actions also targeting birth tourism.
Aug 6, 2026
Arizona demands border payback, requesting nearly $1 billion from federal government

Gov. Hobbs and Arizona sheriffs filed for federal reimbursement of border security costs spent fighting drug trafficking and human smuggling.

Arizona Health

Aug 18, 2026
State’s 1st primary care medical clinic for autism opens in Phoenix

Arizona Autism Family Medicine is located on Arizona Autism Charter Schools' Phoenix campus and part of a partnership between AZACS and Mercy Care. It will be operated by Valle del Sol.
Aug 18, 2026
Phoenix Children’s uses model patients to teach healthcare workers new skills

The mannequins have advanced anatomy and physiological responses that real patients would have.
Aug 9, 2026
Barrow Neurological Institute gets $5M Arizona health grant for brain injury drug trial

The grant is for a five-year trial, and Barrow Neurological Institute plans to enroll its first participant in 2027.

Arizona Technology

Aug 6, 2026
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says Trump admin ‘laser-focused’ on Arizona semiconductors

Along with House Speaker Mike Johnson and Arizona's own Juan Ciscomani, Bessent toured a factory in Casa Grande on Wednesday.
Jul 17, 2026
Phoenix mayor says TSMC’s $265 billion investment is historic on multiple levels

Kate Gallego called the chipmaker's financial commitment in her city the "largest single economic development investment in our country's 250-year history."
Jul 16, 2026
TSMC announces additional $100 billion investment in Arizona operations

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego celebrated the announcement, calling it “incredible news.”

United States

2 minutes ago
Texas judge denies Karmelo Anthony’s request for new trial in deadly stabbing at track meet

DALLAS (AP) — A Texas judge denied a new trial for Karmelo Anthony on Saturday in the stabbing…
2 hours ago
What to know about Trump’s 50% tariffs on Canadian goods that just went into effect

CHICAGO (AP) — After trade negotiations crumbled at the eleventh hour, U.S. President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on…
5 hours ago
Tropical Storm Moke advances toward Hawaii as winds strengthen

HONOLULU (AP) — Tropical Storm Moke advanced toward Hawaii Saturday, likely bringing more heavy rainfall and strong gusts…
6 hours ago
Arrest warrant issued for Massachusetts woman sought in officer’s death

WORCESTER, Mass. (AP) — An arrest warrant has been issued for a mental health advocate who remained missing…
6 hours ago
Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs dies in Los Angeles after illness at age 87

Early Motown songwriter Janie Bradford Hobbs, who helped pen hits including “Money (That’s What I Want)” and “Too…
6 hours ago
Trump’s trade war with Canada: A timeline of how we got here

CHICAGO (AP) — President Donald Trump's barrage of tariffs — and threats of even more — has strained…

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