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Watch: Arizona Legislative District 1 Republican debate
PHOENIX — The Arizona Legislative District 1 Republican debate occurred on July 2. Only three of the five candidates participated, with Quang Nguyen and Selina Bliss opting out of the debate. Ken Bennett, Mark Finchem and Steve Zipperman went head-to-head less than a month before the primary election on...
10-year-old boy in extremely critical condition after hiking in triple-digit heat at South Mountain
PHOENIX — A 10-year-old boy was in extremely critical condition after hiking with relatives in triple-digit heat at South Mountain on Tuesday, authorities said. The boy and family had been hiking since the morning but firefighters with multiple departments were called to South Mountain around 2 p.m. for reports of a heat-related medical emergency, the Phoenix Fire Department said in an email.
Here are the spots in metro Phoenix to watch Fourth of July fireworks
PHOENIX — The Fourth of July is nearly here, which means cities and towns across metro Phoenix are preparing for Fourth of July fireworks celebrations. Many municipalities are offering free shows paired with live music and other celebrations for America’s 248th birthday on Thursday. Here’s a list of...
Missing Flagstaff woman may be homicide victim, husband arrested on aggravated assault charge
PHOENIX – The case of a missing Flagstaff woman took a turn Monday with the arrest of her husband and the possibility she is a homicide victim, authorities said. Kelly Paduchowski, 45, never returned home after going for a run and a swim Sunday, according to the Flagstaff Police Department.
Here are ways that can help ease dogs’ July Fourth dread
PHOENIX (AP) — Rori Chang will be spending Fourth of July watching action movies from the comfort of her Glendale, Arizona, home, perhaps something from Marvel or a John Wick flick. But it’s not for her. It’s for her golden retriever, Ava. “Playing movies with gunshots to...
Weekend Wrap: Here are the biggest Phoenix news stories from June 28-30
PHOENIX — From a blaze prompting evacuation orders to an all-new amphibious utility vehicle, here are some of the Valley’s top news stories from June 28-30. A northern Arizona public safety agency has added an imposing new tool to its search and rescue arsenal, an amphibious all-terrain utility vehicle known as a Sherp.
Vitalant needs 600 donors for Saving Arizona Blood Drive on July 7 in Tempe
PHOENIX — Become a hero by donating blood at the Saving Arizona Blood Drive hosted by Vitalant on July 7 in Tempe. The non-profit serving as the blood provider for all Maricopa County hospitals is putting on the drive from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. at Tempe Center for the Arts, located at 700 W. Rio Salado Pkwy.
Phoenix woman turns herself in after shooting, killing another woman
PHOENIX — A woman turned herself in Saturday for shooting and killing another woman earlier that morning, Phoenix Police said. The suspect, 24-year-old Teayanna Minter, turned herself in at the Glendale Police Department. Phoenix Police took her into custody later and booked her into Maricopa County Jail for second-degree murder.
Evacuation orders lifted in northeast Scottsdale as crews progress on Boulder View Fire
PHOENIX — Evacuation orders in northeast Scottsdale stemming from the Boulder View Fire burning five miles east of Carefree were lowered from “GO” to “SET” status around 5 p.m. Saturday, the Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management (MCDEM) announced. According to the Arizona Emergency Information...
Potential replacement for Moxy Hotel moves forward in Tempe
A proposal to build student housing for Arizona State University students in place of a hotel has cleared a checkpoint. Tempe’s Development Review Commission considered the proposal for Vale Student Housing — an eight-story, 277-unit project encompassing 578,773 square feet at its June 25 meeting. The 3.88-acre site is currently home to the Moxy Phoenix Tempe/ASU Area hotel and a CVS Pharmacy. The CVS would stay for now, but the Moxy would be replaced by the student housing project.
Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy. Dems stick by him — for now
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden worked forcefully Friday to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as elected members of his party closed ranks around him in an effort to shut down talk of replacing him atop the ticket. Biden’s...
Several Arizona recreation areas easing fire restrictions after getting rain
PHOENIX — Several Arizona recreation areas are easing fire restrictions after recent monsoon rainfall reduced the risk of wildfires. The changes mean more campers will be allowed to build fires at developed campsites in time for their Fourth of July vacations. Coconino National Forest changed its restriction level from...
Supreme Court allows cities to enforce bans on people sleeping outside
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court decided on Friday that cities can enforce bans on homeless people sleeping outdoors, even in West Coast areas where shelter space is lacking. The case is the most significant to come before the high court in decades on the issue and comes as...
Silver Alert canceled after 20-year-old Mesa man with diminished communication ability found safe
PHOENIX — Authorities canceled a Silver Alert on Friday afternoon for a 20-year-old Mesa man with diminished community quality who returned home safely. Khristian Hornbaker had last been seen leaving his home near Extension Road and Main Street around 2 p.m. Wednesday. He was wearing a white shirt with galaxy-printed yoga pants and a black cloak.
Silver Alert issued for 20-year-old Mesa man with diminished communication ability
PHOENIX — Authorities issued a Silver Alert on Thursday night for a missing 20-year-old Mesa man with diminished communication ability. Khristian Hornbaker was last seen leaving his home near Extension Road and Main Street around 2 p.m. Wednesday. He was wearing a white shirt with galaxy-printed yoga pants and a black cloak.
A raspy and sometimes halting Biden tries at debate to confront Trump, who responds with falsehoods
ATLANTA (AP) — A raspy President Joe Biden repeatedly sought to confront Donald Trump in their first debate ahead of the November election, as his Republican rival countered Biden’s criticism by leaning into falsehoods about the economy, illegal immigration and his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection.
Boulder View Fire threatens 50 buildings, forces evacuations near Scottsdale
PHOENIX — Some Scottsdale residents were forced to evacuate due to the Boulder View Fire on Thursday, authorities said. The blaze forced evacuations nearly five miles east of Carefree, near the Boulder Heights subdivision, around 6:30 p.m., according to the Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management. Five structures...
Watch: CNN Presidential Debate between Joe Biden, Donald Trump
The first presidential debate of the 2024 election cycle between Joe Biden and Donald Trump happens on Thursday in Atlanta. The CNN Presidential Debate is moderated by Jake Tapper and Dana Bush and is held at the news station’s studios. Unlike the Republican primary debates, no audience is present.
US 60 closed indefinitely east of metro Phoenix after bridge replacement hits snag
PHOENIX – A highway east of metro Phoenix is closed until further notice after a bridge replacement project hit a snag Thursday, authorities said. A scheduled closure of US 60 between Superior and Globe was supposed to end at 2 p.m., according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. But...
Watch: Arizona US Senate Republican debate
PHOENIX — The Arizona U.S. Senate Republican debate on June 26 featured just one of three candidates. Kari Lake declined to participate in the debate and Elizabeth Jean Reye did not respond, leaving Mark Lamb to have a 30-minute session to himself. Independent Kyrsten Sinema currently holds the seat...
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