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Family of ASU freshman killed in hazing ritual says lives will be saved under new bill

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 06:08:17 GMT

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The bill titled “Jack’s Law’ is named in honor of former Arizona State University freshman Jack Culolias.

There's a plan to save Page's water supply

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 05:45:17 GMT

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With falling water levels in Lake Powell threatening the town's water supply, there may be a fix coming.

'CODA' star and Mesa native Troy Kotsur receives key to the city

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 05:18:43 GMT

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Academy Award winner Troy Kotsur was honored Thursday in his hometown of Mesa.

Head football coach for Corona del Sol placed on paid leave

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 05:10:16 GMT

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Just 3 weeks before the Aztecs' 1st game, the school announced the move in a letter to parents. The reason for the move was not given.

1 dead, several others seriously injured in multi-vehicle crash on I-17 in Phoenix, officials say

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 05:07:44 GMT

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The multi-vehicle collision happened near SB I-17 at Union Hills Drive, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.

Campaign ad verify: Did Mark Kelly really waste money on an Iowa ski slope?

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 04:35:43 GMT

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In TV ad, a claim is made against Mark Kelly regarding reckless spending in the Senate.

Looking to adopt a pet? Maricopa County animal shelters say now is perfect time as shelters reach capacity

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:40:59 GMT

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Maricopa County Animal Care and Control have more animals than kennel space right now.

The School of Ballet Arizona offers unique, adaptive classes

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:33:16 GMT

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How dance is helping individuals living with Parkinson's Disease and Down Syndrome.

Tempe-based Opendoor ordered to pay $62 million for 'misleading' business practices

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:32:16 GMT

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It is the first known time the Federal Trade Commission has fined an internet-based, home-buying company.

Arizona's massage therapy board failed to investigate complaints promptly, auditors found

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:23:16 GMT

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A new report from the Arizona Auditor General found issues with how the state's massage therapy board processed complaints made against licensed therapists.

'As a sheriff am I concerned? Absolutely': Staffing shortages hurting Maricopa County Sheriff's Office

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:14:15 GMT

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Maricopa County Sheriff Paul Penzone says before the pandemic the agency had 30 vacancies. Now they are north of 400.

'Failure to address the growing homelessness crisis': Residents, businesses file lawsuit against Phoenix

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 02:12:16 GMT

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The deaths of people living in "The Zone," trash and human waste littering the area, and tanking property values were listed by residents as reasons for the lawsuit.

Scottsdale schemer allegedly tricked golfers into donating for fake charity tournament, records show

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:34:13 GMT

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Robert F. Alexander has a history of scamming Valley residents and his most recent alleged scheme involved a nonexistent golf tournament.

'How do they survive?': Mosquitoes shouldn't survive in Arizona's dry climate but they come to life during monsoon

Created: Fri, 12 Aug 2022 00:19:58 GMT

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Experts are still trying to figure out why Arizona has mosquitoes when it should be too hot for them. But they still come to life during monsoon.

New stretch of highway opens in east Mesa

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 23:02:14 GMT

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About $77 million was spent on extending State Route 24 another four miles between Williams Field Road and Ironwood Drive.

Arizona key beneficiary in $2B announced for roads, bridges, bike lanes across US

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 22:58:15 GMT

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was in Arizona Thursday to highlight projects in Phoenix and Tucson, each of which are getting the maximum $25 million.

Lifetime benefits proposed for Mesa police officers

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 22:54:06 GMT

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Officials said this benefit will equal more than $400,000 in savings for health-related costs after retirement.

Suspect in custody after shooting at DPS troopers in Phoenix, officials say

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 22:24:36 GMT

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Authorities say the suspect was shot in the foot but is expected to be ok.

Un veterano del Valle tomó la I-17 en su silla de ruedas eléctrica para ver a su hijo, pero se quedó varado

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 21:40:14 GMT

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El veterano se dirigía a visitar a su hijo al mediodía cuando llegó a la rampa de acceso a la I-17 y Greenway Road, donde se agotó la batería de su silla de ruedas.

'Es un comportamiento reprobable': Las carreras callejeras causan accidentes fatales en Phoenix

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 21:09:14 GMT

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La policía de Phoenix dice que un accidente que mató a 4 personas en el norte de Phoenix estaba relacionado con carreras callejeras. Fue uno de tantos que suceden.

VOTE: Which monsoon critter is bothering you most?

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 21:05:19 GMT

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Harold and Kumar go to... Tempe? White Castle announces 2nd Arizona location

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 20:16:28 GMT

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After a "record-setting" turnout at the opening of its first Arizona location in 2019, the White Castle franchise plans to open a second restaurant in Tempe.

A look back on the Yarnell Hill Fire and the Granite Mountain Hotshots

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:18:23 GMT

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Thursday is the ninth anniversary of the wildfire that killed 19 firefighters in the line of duty.

'We lost the future, they all lost': Family, community honors Granite Mountain Hotshots

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:18:09 GMT

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“People like that leaving impression and then when they're gone, they leave a void," said Leo Theokas who lost his son Garrett.

Committee Fire burning east of Sedona expands to 335 acres; 90% contained

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:16:26 GMT

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Officials said a thunderstorm's winds led to the Committee Fire reaching up to 335 acres.

'Stop printing it and destroying trees': Phoenix offers links to opt out of junk mail

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:00:14 GMT

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Catalogs, phone books and other unsolicited mail is filling up dumpsters around the Valley, according to Phoenix's subreddit. One poster shared a way out.

Harkins Theatres will screen 'Grease' in honor of Olivia Newton-John

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 18:55:14 GMT

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The Valley theatre chain said proceeds from the Sunday screening of "Grease" will be donated to the American Cancer Society.

'Nunca se había sabido de algo así': Tienda expendedora de marihuana no autorizada en Phoenix escondía armas y vendía hongos alucinógenos

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:32:18 GMT

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La Oficina del Sheriff del Condado Maricopa cerró el negocio después de una larga investigación.

Shoplifting incident leads to drug arrest in Cottonwood

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 17:09:18 GMT

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The suspects were booked into the Yavapai County Detention Center on several felony drug charges as well as organized retail theft and shoplifting.

Valley dancers compete in World Hip Hop Dance Championship in Phoenix

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:29:57 GMT

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2,000 dancers from 35 countries are competing in the World Hip Hop Dance Championship being held at the Arizona Grand Resort and Spa in Phoenix.

A boat ramp at Lake Powell used to reach the water. There's now a 50-foot drop to the rocks below

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 13:27:39 GMT

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A boat ramp at Lake Powell used to reach the water. Now it's a cliff far above it.

Fogo de Chao restaurant makes a quick comeback after weekend fire

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 02:11:15 GMT

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General Manager Merhawit Keleta credits the quick response of Scottsdale fire crews for keeping the massive fire at bay.

'It's unacceptable behavior': Street racing causing fatal accidents in Phoenix

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 01:54:04 GMT

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Phoenix police say a crash that killed 4 people in north Phoenix was connected to street racing. This is just one instance of many to have happened across the area.

Arizona county that saw election snafu to waive city costs

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 01:46:15 GMT

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The Pinal County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to waive more than $100k in costs it planned to bill the cities and towns for running the primary election.

Sedona offering up to $10K to short-term rental owners who sign leases with locals

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:20:25 GMT

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A lack of available housing has prompted Sedona to pilot a program that incentivizes homeowners to lease out their homes to local workers.

Chandler police searching for suspect in reported sex assault of young boy

Created: Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:10:14 GMT

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Police said the reported incident happened on July 29 between 7:15 and 7:30 a.m. near Warner and McQueen roads.

'Heirloom' knives stolen from iconic Chandler taco restaurant

Created: Wed, 10 Aug 2022 23:08:04 GMT

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An unidentified person reportedly broke into the popular Elmer's Tacos, open in the East Valley since 1974, and stole knives originally belonging to the late owner.

Sec. Pete Buttigieg scheduled to visit Phoenix tomorrow

Created: Wed, 10 Aug 2022 22:52:14 GMT

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The transportation secretary is expected to make stops Thursday in Tucson and Phoenix.

Kyler Murray replaces signed, autographed jersey lost by young fan

Created: Wed, 10 Aug 2022 22:13:09 GMT

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A family friend said the boy, a die-hard Cardinals fan, worked for two years getting autographs from the team.

Recientes suicidios de adolescentes provocan la solicitud de más recursos para salud mental en el Distrito Escolar de Chandler

Created: Wed, 10 Aug 2022 21:10:14 GMT

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En un correo a las familias, el Distrito dijo que las escuelas son parte de la solución de salud mental, "y trabajando juntos todos podemos hacer la diferencia".