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UPDATE: ASU to review removal of encampment after police arrest 72 pro-Palestine protestors on campus
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US poised to ease restrictions on marijuana in historic shift, but it'll remain controlled substance
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US and Mexico will boost deportation flights and enforcement to crack down on illegal migration
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Mexican officials regret US decision not to retry American rancher in fatal shooting of Mexican man
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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.
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.
Fatal crash closes highway between metro Phoenix and Payson for several hours
Part of the highway between metro Phoenix and Payson was closed for several hours Tuesday after a fatal crash.
After foxes were mistaken for kittens, Valley animal experts tell public to leave baby animals alone
After a pair of foxes believed to be kittens were given to the Arizona Humane Society earlier this month, one Valley veterinarian is reminding the public about what to do if baby animals are found.
Pedestrian killed in midnight collision on McDowell Road in east Phoenix
A pedestrian was killed in a collision on McDowell Road in east Phoenix just after midnight Tuesday, authorities said.
Will metro Phoenix see a repeat of last year's brutal summer weather?
It's too soon to tell if Phoenix will see a repeat of 2023’s brutal summer, but the early weather outlook isn't promising.
ArizonaSports.com
Diamondbacks-Dodgers game delayed by swarm of bees at Chase Field
The start of Tuesday's game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers at Chase Field was delayed by a swarm of bees.
Diamondbacks’ Kyle Nelson to miss extended time with TOS surgery
Arizona Diamondbacks relief pitcher Kyle Nelson is going to miss significant time recovering from Thoracic Outlet Syndrome surgery.
Arizona Cardinals not picking up Zaven Collins’ 5th-year option
The Arizona Cardinals are not picking up linebacker Zaven Collins' fifth-year option, general manager Monti Ossenfort told Burns & Gambo.
Ohio State’s Brian Hartline: Marvin Harrison Jr. ‘pretty boring … lives on that Jugs machine’
Ohio State co-OC Brian Hartline called Marvin Harrison Jr. pretty boring and meant it as a compliment to the newest Arizona Cardinal.
Arizona Cardinals release WR Kaden Davis, CB Quavian White
The Arizona Cardinals released wide receiver Kaden Davis and cornerback Quavian White, the team announced on Tuesday.
Diamondbacks option Tommy Henry to Reno, select contract of Brandon Hughes
The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned starting lefty Tommy Henry to Triple-A and selected the contract of Brandon Hughes.
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Arizona Business
Construction starts on 909,553-square-foot development near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport
A groundbreaking ceremony was held for Brickyards on Ellsworth, a new industrial development project in Mesa, officials announced on Monday.
Construction starts on final phase of a 3-building West Valley industrial development
Construction is underway on the final and largest phase of the three-building Level Crossing industrial development in the West Valley.
New Desert Diamond Casino set to open in West Valley later this year
Construction on a new $450 million casino complex is well underway in the West Valley and is on track to be completed this year.
Arizona Health
Informational reproductive health care website launches in Arizona
Arizona's launched a new reproductive health care website for access to resources and knowledge about health care rights in the state.
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to let Arizona doctors provide abortions in California
California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a proposal on Wednesday that could help Arizona doctors give their patients abortions in California.
Arizona Republican who approved repeal of near-total abortion ban explains his vote
An Arizona Republican who voted to repeal the state’s near-total abortion ban said he did so to combat an abortion rights ballot measure.
Arizona Votes
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.
State grand jury indicts 18 in Arizona Republican fake elector investigation
Eighteen defendants were indicted in a fake elector scheme on Wednesday, according to Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes.
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.
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
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.
Former U.S. border patrol agent sentenced to 18 years in prison for bribery and drug smuggling
A Buckeye man who served as a United States border patrol agent was sentenced to 18 years in prison and five years of supervised release.
Arizona Education
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.
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 Homeless News
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.
State lawmaker wants to change Arizona law related to drug use and homelessness
Arizona state Rep. Matt Gress introduced a bill that would amend current law to create drug-free zones within areas around service providers.
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
1 person dead, buildings damaged after tornado rips through northeastern Kansas
WESTMORELAND, Kan. (AP) — One person died Tuesday when a tornado ripped through the small city of Westmoreland in northeastern Kansas, authorities said. Pottawatomie County officials said on Facebook that a tornado struck the city Tuesday evening, damaging multiple structures. First responders were conducting grid searches in Westmoreland to survey damage and to search for […]
US judges have rejected a map that would have given Louisiana a new majority-Black House district
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — A new congressional district map giving Louisiana a second majority-Black House district was rejected Tuesday by a panel of three federal judges, fueling new uncertainty about district boundaries as the state prepares for fall congressional elections. The 2-1 ruling forbids the use of a map drawn up in January by the […]
Some North Carolina abortion pill restrictions are unlawful, federal judge says
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Some of North Carolina government’s restrictions on dispensing abortion pills — such as requiring only doctors prescribe and provide the drug to the patient in person — are unlawful because they frustrate the goal of Congress to use federal regulators to ensure the drug is distributed safely, a judge ruled on […]
Metro train collides with bus in downtown Los Angeles, injuring more than 50, 2 seriously
LOS ANGELES (AP) — At least 55 people were hurt, two seriously, when a Metro train and a University of Southern California transport bus collided Tuesday in downtown Los Angeles, officials said. The crash happened shortly before noon along Exposition Boulevard, near the USC campus and the Natural History Museum, according to the LA Fire […]
Biden administration details how producers of sustainable aviation fuel will get tax credits
The Biden administration spelled out guidelines Tuesday for tax breaks designed to boost production of sustainable aviation fuel and help curb fast-growing emissions from commercial airplanes. The Treasury Department actions would clear the way for tax credits for corn-based ethanol if producers follow “climate-smart agriculture practices,” including using certain fertilizers and farming methods. The announcement […]
Delaware judge refuses to fast-track certain claims in post-merger lawsuit against Trump Media
DOVER, Del. (AP) — A Delaware judge on Tuesday granted a request by attorneys for Donald Trump and Trump Media & Technology Group, parent company of his Truth Social platform, to slow down a lawsuit filed by two cofounders of the company. Vice Chancellor Morgan Zurn said Andrew Litinsky and Wesley Moss, former contestants on […]
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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
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Here's 1 way to ensure your family is drinking safe water
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