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Tempe investigation ends in deadly shooting, home destroyed by flames
TEMPE, Ariz. - While attempting to take a fugitive into custody on Thursday afternoon, a deadly shooting broke out and a Tempe home erupted in flames. The July 18 incident began in a neighborhood near Southern Avenue and McClintock Drive. In SkyFOX video, smoke was seen coming out from the...
5 helicopters respond to Lake Powell medical emergency
Five people were flown from Lake Powell to St. George, Utah, for treatment of carbon monoxide poisoning on a houseboat that produced a massive medical response in the early morning hours of Wednesday, July 17.
Record-breaking heat wave could be responsible for more than 300 deaths in the Phoenix area
Scorching hot temperatures keep on affecting millions of people all across the United States, but Maricopa County, in the state of Arizona, has seen the excessive heat turn into a very real threat. According to official statistics, over 300 deaths are suspected to be linked to this summer's record-breaking heat wave in the area.
Scottsdale Fashion Week announces model casting calls
Scottsdale Fashion Week announced Thursday its model casting calls for the 2024 season. Open casting calls will be held for individuals 18 and older, both male and female, who are interested in the opportunity to earn a spot to walk in this year’s Scottsdale Fashion Week and meet with agents from Ford/Robert Black.
Family seeks answers in Havasu woman’s disappearance
LAKE HAVASU CITY — The family of a 33-year-old Lake Havasu City woman is searching for answers following her disappearance. Resident Marissa Hoffmann was last seen in Havasu on Wednesday, July 10. Search requests posted on social media sites began around Saturday, July 13.
Semi-truck fire shuts down eastbound Interstate 10 near Broadway Curve in Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A large semi-truck fire is causing traffic headaches for drivers just before rush hour on Thursday afternoon. Shortly before 2 p.m., a semi-truck went up in flames on eastbound I-10 near Baseline Road. A thick, black plume of smoke blanketed the freeway as crews worked to get the flames under control.
Arizona State, UMass to Battle in 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
The Arizona State men’s basketball team is set to take on the UMass Minutemen in the 2024 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic in Springfield, Massachusetts, on Dec. 21. This matchup marks the first time ever these two schools will face off against each other, while Rhode Island will take on Temple as part of the double-header.
Wespac breaks ground on Papago Golf House
Wespac Construction, Inc. has announced the groundbreaking of the Papago Golf House, a new 14,100 SF office building located adjacent to the Papago Golf Clubhouse and Pavilion, 5595 E. Karsten Way, as well as the Arizona State University Golf Team Practice Facility. The project will serve as the headquarters for...
Dysart school board rejects Title IX protections for trans students
This story was first published by LOOKOUT, an investigative nonprofit news organization covering Arizona’s LGBTQ+ communities. Following a sparsely attended public meeting, the Dysart Unified School District’s five-member Governing School Board passed a resolution undermining new federal protections against gender identity discrimination, putting millions of dollars in school funding on the line, and sending a chilling message to trans students.
Dream Finders Homes Stretches West
Dream Finders Homes is setting up shop in Arizona with the launch of its Phoenix division following the acquisition of 282 homesites in the market. “Dream Finders Homes is very bullish on the Phoenix market and is making a substantial investment here, starting with Bella Vista Farms and El Cidro,” says Tyler Champlin, Phoenix division president for Dream Finders Homes.
Former SUU Football Player Pleads Guilty To Murder
(Cedar City, UT) — A man who played college football in Cedar City is awaiting sentencing in two different murder cases. Christian Taele pleaded guilty to the second of two killings on Tuesday that he committed over two days earlier this month. The two killings also took place in two different cities, one being in Spanish Fork and the other in Ogden. He will be sentenced for the first murder in August and sentencing in the second case will take place in September. Taele was a running back at Southern Utah University.
AT&T Wireless service down throughout portions of West Valley, Phoenix
Many Independent Newsmedia readers have reported wireless service from AT&T has gone down throughout portions of Phoenix and West Valley. Reports have come from residents of Peoria, Surprise, Sun City, and Phoenix, leaving many businesses unable to proceed with their work of the day. Independent Newsmedia has reached out to...
4 new tenants coming to Tempe Marketplace
Tempe Marketplace announced today that it is adding four new tenants to the popular shopping and entertainment district. The diverse selection of brands will include the highly anticipated Sam’s Club, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Happy Beauty, and Enclave Salon Suites, occupying approximately 150,000-square-feet throughout the marketplace. These tenants will be open to the public this fall, with Sam’s Club slated to be completed in the summer of 2025. Additionally, J. Crew Factory, Pandora, and Rowan joined The District this summer, furthering Vestar’s mission to deliver high-quality, sophisticated clothing and accessories to shoppers seeking chic and stylish looks year-round. The addition of these tenants brings the center to nearly 100% leased.
SUU Welcomes Lucia Maloy As Chief Legal Officer After National Search
Southern Utah University (SUU) has concluded an extensive national search by appointing Lucia Maloy as its new General Counsel. Maloy, who has been with SUU since 2020, previously served as Associate General Counsel for the Office of Legal Affairs. Her appointment is effective immediately. Mindy Benson, President of SUU, praised...
Diamondbacks 2024 draft class draws strong reviews from pundits
R.J. Anderson – CBS Sports (A) “The Diamondbacks had five of the first 102 picks, but they did not make their initial selection until No. 29. Slade Caldwell is a toolsy, undersized outfielder. We don’t think Arizona’s front office minds — they’ve benefitted from taking chances on Corbin Carroll, Alek Thomas, and, dating back to their days in Boston, Mookie Betts and Andrew Benintendi. Getting Ryan Waldschmidt, an accomplished SEC outfielder with sparkling analytics who grew on scouts as the season progressed, at No. 31 seems like a potential steal. Throw in shortstop JD Dix, catcher Ivan Luciano, and righty Daniel Eagen, and I think the D-backs did well despite a late start.”
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