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As Temps Soar, Federal Funds for Low-Income Families Appear to Shortchange Hottest States
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) covers less than 8 percent of low-income residents’ heating and cooling costs in Texas. That’s compared to nearly 23 percent in northern states. Martha Pskowski & Jenaye Johnson | Inside Climate News. In San Elizario, Texas, tucked between cotton fields...
AZ Supreme Court: State not responsible for TUSD desegregation expenses
The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Monday that the state does not have to reimburse Pima County for taxes levied for Tucson Unified’s programs stemming from its decades-long desegregation case. TUSD board president Natalie Luna Rose said that the district is figuring out how the ruling will affect them. “It...
2024 monsoon season has been wetter than expected. What can Arizona expect in August?
Arizona has had a wetter monsoon season than meteorologists expected for the summer, but some areas have remained dry. This year's monsoon season was predicted to be even drier than 2023's historically dry season, but much of the state has been close to or above normal rainfall through July, National Weather Service officials said.
Listen to the full season of The Arizona Republic's 'Rediscovering: The Roots of Radicalism'
THE ROOTS OF RADICALISMListen to the full season| What is going on in Arizona? | The Goldwater era After the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, and after digging into Arizona's prominent role in the plot to overturn the 2020 election, Republic reporters repeatedly heard questions we couldn't quite answer. ...
10 tons of snow, ice bring heat relief to Phoenix Zoo
Indu, an Asian elephant at the Phoenix Zoo, enjoys snow on July 19, 2024. Here’s a phrase you don’t expect to hear this time of year: snow day. But that’s what the Phoenix Zoo recently celebrated. It’s not a typical sound or sight at the Phoenix Zoo....
‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
Angel Reese made her WNBA All-Star game debut on July 20. However, her moment was overshadowed by a bizarre encounter with an overzealous fan who was […] ‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
Romero, Circle fires threatening land near Kearny in rural Arizona
PHOENIX — Crews continue working to contain two large wildfires threatening farm land in rural Arizona near Kearny, officials said. The Pinal County incidents are known as the Romero Fire and the Circle Fire. The size and containment figures reported Monday for both fires were unchanged from the previous day.
BlackWolf Rideshare Expansion into Phoenix Halted Due to Regulatory Compliance Issues
A new player in the rideshare game, BlackWolf, known for its unique feature of offering rides with armed drivers, recently announced its expansion into Phoenix. Founded in Atlanta, BlackWolf has stirred the pot with its concept of increased security during rides by hiring drivers who boast backgrounds in military, law enforcement, or private security. The service touts a rigorous vetting process for these drivers, with a stipulation of at least four years' experience in their previous professions, as noted on the company's website.
Jury phone scams on the rise in Phoenix, court officials say
PHOENIX — Jury service phone scams are on the rise, officials from the Maricopa County Superior Court said. The Superior Court Jury Office has reportedly received an increase in calls from county residents over the last couple of months who said they received fraud calls demanding payment for missing jury service.
Little known shooting guard has earned Suns' final two-way spot
The Phoenix Suns had stronger involvement than usual in the NBA's Summer League slate that just finished up, thanks to the participation of two rookies in Ryan Dunn and Oso Ighodaro. There was lots to like from both players, and they have a chance to crack the rotation proper once the regular season gets underway.
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