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Ortega, Borowsky trade barbs in virtual debate
It may seem like they just did their job during the primary election – but Scottsdale voters have more work to do. Mayor David Ortega and challenger Lisa Borowsky – a former councilwoman – faced off Aug. 19 for an Arizona Clean Elections Commission virtual debate. Radio...
Higher mortgage payments are pricing out first-time buyers in Arizona, report says
PHOENIX — High interest rates and a low housing stock is making it less affordable for renters or first-time buyers to purchase a home in Arizona, according to a new report. The Arizona Research Center for Housing Equity and Sustainability released a study this month examining barriers that prevent Arizonans from owning real estate in the Grand Canyon State.
Tribal council closes Havasupai lands amid flooding
The Havasupai Tribe is declaring a state of emergency and closing its land until further notice as a result of flash flooding that left hundreds of hikers stranded, and prompted Gov. Katie Hobbs to activate the National Guard. We spoke with hikers who recount what happened that led to their stranding.
No. 3 Lady Cavaliers open season with a pair of ties in Phoenix
OVERLAND PARK, Kan. – The No. 3-ranked Johnson County Community College women's soccer team opened its 2024 season in Phoenix, Arizona over the weekend and came away a 3-3 tie against Scottsdale Community College and a 2-2 tie at No.4-ranked Phoenix College. The Lady Cavaliers were scheduled to open...
UTEP volleyball splits exhibition match against GCU
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – UTEP volleyball split its exhibition match against GCU on Saturday hosted on the Miners home court at Memorial Gym. The Miners would make the comeback in set one against the Lopes bringing in within one, 24-25. GCU in a match point situation finishes it off with a hit that drops […]
Diamondbacks' Adrian Del Castillo: Gets a breather Saturday
Del Castillo is not in the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Boston. Del Castillo went 1-for-5 with one run scored in Friday's 12-2 win over the Red Sox. Since being called up from Triple-A Reno in early August, Del Castillo is slashing .341/.400/.610 with seven runs scored, three home runs and 14 RBI across 45 plate appearances. Jose Herrera will bat ninth and catch for Arizona right-hander Zac Gallen.
Reckless Mustang Driver Crashes Into Apartment
Phoenix Police and Phoenix Fire crews responded to reports of a vehicle into an apartment unit. According to Phoenix Police on the scene, officers received multiple calls reporting a male in a Mustang driving recklessly in an apartment complex parking lot. Moments later, 911 callers reported the vehicle had crashed...
Dry weekend with seasonal temps ahead for metro Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Showers and thunderstorms are possible Saturday evening, mainly across the higher terrain in northern and southeastern Arizona. We’re tracking primarily dry conditions for the Valley. A trough to the northwest will shift east, and even drier air will filter through the region. Sunday looks dry for Phoenix, with a high of around 105 degrees.
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