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Bickley: Suns’ shortcomings are a cautionary tale of modern super teams
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Trump's lawyers try to discredit testimony of prosecution's first witness in hush money trial
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Donald Trump and Joe Biden say they're ready to debate each other ahead of general election
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Biltmore luxury apartments move ahead after city scrutiny
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Pro-Palestine protestors set up tents, clash with police at ASU rally in Tempe
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Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, with 73 collection sites across Arizona
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Man sentenced to 27 years for killing stepfather in Gilbert after Christmas dinner
A man was sentenced to over 27 years in prison for killing his stepfather in a 2022 Christmas Day shooting in Gilbert.
Valley drivers should watch out for 2 freeway closures, other restrictions this weekend
Metro Phoenix drivers need to be on the lookout for closures on Interstate 10 and the Loop 101 Price Freeway this weekend.
Construction begins for 1st tenant in Gateway East airport business park in Mesa
Ground recently broke on a headquarters and manufacturing facility focused on climate control and energy management solutions near the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport.
Suspect arrested 8 years after fatal Glendale apartment shooting
A man was arrested on Thursday eight years after he allegedly fatally shot a victim inside a Glendale apartment, authorities said.
Technical problem impacts flight schedules at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
A technical problem impacted flight schedules at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Friday, official said.
Silver Alert deactivated for 84-year-old woman who was found by family in Phoenix
A Silver Alert was deactivated early Friday for an 84-year-old woman who was found after she'd gone missing in Phoenix, authorities said.
ArizonaSports.com
Anthony Edwards, T-Wolves have flipped every script on the Suns
Minnesota Timberwolves Anthony Edwards and Rudy Gobert have stepped up to every change in attack coming from the Phoenix Suns.
Slow burn of Suns’ splintering nears end, T-Wolves take 3-0 lead
It's the same old story for the Phoenix Suns and their season is coming to an end shortly after another loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Suns’ shortcomings are a cautionary tale of modern superteams
The Suns' loss to the Timberwolves on Friday was yet another tribute to one of the most disappointing seasons in franchise history.
Suns tank another quarter to go down 0-3 vs. Timberwolves
The Phoenix Suns lost the third quarter of Game 3, 36-20, as the Minnesota Timberwolves have them on the brink of elimination.
Monti Ossenfort: NFL Draft board ‘fell really well’ for Cardinals on Day 2
The Cardinals added to key positions while not jumping the gun or spending unneccessary draft capital via trade in Day 2 of the NFL Draft.
Suns’ Bol Bol takes advantage of playoff minutes with transition dunk vs. Wolves
Phoenix Suns big man Bol Bol threw down a highlight dunk in the second quarter of Game 3 against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
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Arizona Business
Indoor pickleball chain to open 1st of 3 East Valley venues in Tempe this fall
A large Utah-based indoor pickleball franchise will open its first Valley location later this year, the company announced.
New study shows massive economic impact of Phoenix Airport System
The Phoenix Airport System, which consists of three travel hubs, created an economic impact of $44.3 billion in 2022, according to data released Thursday.
Retail center near Glendale Community College sells for $5.5 million
Avenue at Olive Park, a fully leased 3-acre retail center near Glendale Community College, was sold recently for $5.5 million.
Arizona Health
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.
Democrats in Arizona House get enough GOP help to pass bill to repeal near-total abortion ban
Arizona House Democrats, with help from a few Republicans, passed a bill Wednesday to repeal the state’s near-total abortion ban.
Arizona Votes
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.
Arizona indicts 18 in election interference case, including Giuliani and Meadows
President Donald Trump's chief of staff Mark Meadows and lawyer Rudy Giuliani are among those indicted by an Arizona grand jury for their roles in a 2020 fake elector scheme.
Youth Violence
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.
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.
Queen Creek police chief wants to hold hosts of party where Preston Lord was attacked accountable
Queen Creek Police Chief Randy Brice explains why his department submitted charges against the hosts of a Halloween party where a teen died.
Border and Immigration
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 leaders urge federal officials to properly fund state's border shelter services
Arizona leaders are urging the Biden Administration to make sure the state gets its fair share of the $650 million recently allocated for border shelter services -- and soon.
Arizona Education
West Valley high school ranked as best in nation by US News
The newly released 2024 best high schools rankings from U.S. News declared the BASIS Peoria high school as the best in the nation.
Gov. Katie Hobbs makes her first appointments to Arizona Board of Regents
Gov. Katie Hobbs recently made her first appointments to the Arizona Board of Regents, which oversees the state’s three public universities.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes school cellphone ban, says it's unnecessary
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a proposed student cellphone ban, saying "schools are already addressing" the issue.
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
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.
Wafer production underway at TSMC’s Phoenix factory; Q1 earnings beat expectations
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. is making “significant progress” on its north Phoenix site with engineering wafer production already underway.
United States
Student anti-war protesters dig in as faculties condemn university leadership over calling police
NEW YORK (AP) — Students protesting the Israel-Hamas war at at universities across U.S., some of whom have clashed with police in riot gear, dug in Saturday and vowed to keep their demonstrations going, while several school faculties condemned university presidents who have called in law enforcement to remove protesters. As Columbia University continues negotiations […]
Tornadoes collapse buildings and level homes in Nebraska and Iowa
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Tornadoes wreaked havoc Friday in the Midwest, causing a building to collapse with dozens of people inside and destroying and damaging hundreds of homes, many around Omaha, Nebraska. As of Friday night, there were several reports of injuries but no immediate deaths reported. Tornado warnings continued to be issued into the […]
Retired pro wrestler, failed congressional candidate indicted in Vegas murder case
LAS VEGAS (AP) — A retired professional wrestler and former congressional candidate in Nevada and Texas has been indicted on a murder charge in the death of an Idaho man who suffered a head injury during a Halloween Party at a Las Vegas Strip hotel. Daniel Rodimer, 45, who now lives in Texas, is expected […]
An emergency slide falls off a Delta Air Lines plane, forcing pilots to return to JFK in New York
NEW YORK (AP) — An emergency slide fell off a Delta Air Lines jetliner shortly after takeoff Friday from New York, and pilots who felt a vibration in the plane circled back to land safely at JFK Airport. Delta said that after takeoff the pilots got an alert about the emergency slide on the plane’s […]
Sheriff's deputies fatally shoot driver while serving a high-risk drug warrant in Memphis
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Sheriff’s deputies fatally shot a man who sped toward them in a vehicle as they were serving a search warrant in a neighborhood on Friday in Memphis, officials said. Shelby County Sheriff Floyd Bonner said deputies were serving the high-risk drug warrant at about 3:30 p.m. when a man who was […]
Harvey Weinstein due back in court, while a key witness weighs whether to testify at a retrial
Harvey Weinstein will appear in a New York City court next week, the first step in potentially retrying the film mogul after his 2020 rape conviction was overturned. New York’s highest court on Thursday threw out Weinstein’s 2020 rape conviction, ordering a new trial. The Manhattan district attorney’s office has said it intends to pursue […]
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Midwestern University Clinics: transforming health care in the valley
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