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Texas Woman Charged in Prescott-Area Fraud Case Involving $40,000 Loss for Arizona Resident
A Texas woman has found herself in a legal bind after allegedly perpetrating a fraud scheme that cost an Arizona resident over $40,000. According to the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office, the investigation began when they were alerted to a suspicious email hack leading to a hefty wire transfer from a victim's bank account. The trail of digital breadcrumbs led to 64-year-old Maria Rivera of Carrollton, Texas.
Which Arizona school districts return to class in July?
Chandler Unified School District was the first Maricopa County district to return for the 2024-25 school year. The East Valley is home to most districts that go back on the early side. Higley Unified and Queen Creek Unified are both scheduled to return on Monday, July 22. Gilbert Public Schools...
Arizona Dad 'Got Distracted' By Video Game While 2-Year-Old Child Died In Hot Car: Docs
"I told you to stop leaving them in the car, how many times have I told you?" the wife of the man now charged with murder texted him -- before he replied, "I killed our baby, this can't be real." A father in Arizona -- who has been charged with...
New semiconductor apprenticeship hopes to bolster local workforce
(The Center Square) – Intel is starting up a workforce development program with some help of the state of Arizona in order to bolster the state's growing semiconductor industry. The program is meant to train people to become manufacturing facility technicians in a formal apprenticeship, the first of its kind in the United States from the technology company. According to a news release, the apprenticeship will feature educational components from the Maricopa County Community College District. ...
As border initiative moves forward, Nogales business owners say it could hurt Arizona economy
In November, Arizona voters will decide whether to approve a broad measure that includes changes to how state law enforcement responds to everything from fentanyl sales to unauthorized border crossings. That's after a state court ruled Friday that the measure could be on the ballot. The measure would make crossing...
Jeff Flake to step down as Turkish ambassador on Sept. 1
Ambassador Jeff Flake, who previously served as a Republican senator from Arizona, will step down as the U.S. ambassador to Turkey on Sept. 1. “It has been an honor and a privilege to represent the United States of America in this pivotal country, and to strengthen our relationship with this indispensable ally,” Flake wrote to…
Lake comes up short with $4.3 million haul compared to Gallego’s $10.4 million
Republican Senate candidates in Arizona are showing lackluster fundraising numbers compared to Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ). Kari Lake, a former Arizona news anchor turned political candidate, raised $4.3 million in the second quarter of the year. Her Republican opponent, Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb, reported a $422,000 haul. Gallego, the only Democrat in the race […]
The Show for July 16, 2024: New arts commission director grapples with volatility of state funding
The Arizona Commission on the Arts took a hit to its budget this year. The group’s new leader talks about what that means for the state’s arts community. Plus, meet the 16-year-old Tempe native who’s headed to the Olympics. That and more on The Show. New Arizona...
San Luis, Mexico to implement “100 Days of Security” due to rising violence
SAN LUIS, Mexico (KYMA, KECY) - A border city is taking extra measures to tackle rising violence. The mayor of San Luis, Mexico announced the national program "100 Days of Security." This is due to the ongoing homicides in the area. So far, more than 160 homicides have been reported...
New wireless towers coming to Yuma to improve agricultural tech
YUMA, AZ (AZFamily) — Yuma County, the lettuce capital of the country, is getting a big investment aimed at improving farming efficiency. New wireless towers are being placed in the most remote fields of Yuma County to allow connected technology to growers producing the finest produce. The Yuma County...
Marriott in Prescott Valley Breaks Ground
Last week, TownePlace Suites by Marriott in Prescott Valley broke ground. In just 16-18 months, Prescott Valley will be opening its first upscale, extended-stay, limited-service hotel. The location of the Marriott is at the northeast corner of Main Street and Florentine Road, adjacent to the Findlay Toyota Center. The hotel’s location is prime for a walk to events, restaurants, shopping, and more.
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