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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...
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...
Arizona man gets 7 years in prison for making hoax calls with stolen identities to get SWAT responses
PHOENIX — An Arizona man was sentenced to seven years in prison for calling SWAT teams to out-of-state high schools, authorities announced on Monday. James Thomas Andrew McCarty, 21, pleaded guilty to making two hoax calls to bring police to the high schools in February, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona.
Watch: Arizona Congressional District 2 Republican debate
PHOENIX — The Arizona Congressional District 2 Republican debate occurred on June 24. Only one of the two Republicans participated in it, however. Incumbent Eli Crane declined the invitation, leaving challenger Jack Smith to have a 30-minute forum to himself. District 2 covers most of northern Arizona, including Flagstaff...
Sabrina Carpenter making stop in Phoenix later this year on ‘Short n’ Sweet’ tour
PHOENIX — Sabrina Carpenter fans, “Please Please Please” get ready for the pop star to make a tour stop in Phoenix later this year. The singer will perform at Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix on Nov. 13 as part of the “Short n’ Sweet” tour.
Arizona Transportation Board approves 5-year plan for highway improvements
PHOENIX — The Arizona Transportation Board has approved a five-year transportation facilities construction program plan that will run from 2025-29. The program will bring pavement and bridge improvements and expand several highways across the state, according to a press release. The $8.2 billion program puts importance on improving highway...
Series of crimes with ‘bias element’ leaves cars damaged in central Phoenix
PHOENIX — Police are seeking information about vehicles allegedly damaged within the last week determined to have a “bias element involved” in central Phoenix, authorities said Saturday. Police responded to six incidents that occurred overnight Tuesday and three more incidents overnight Friday, all between McDowell and Thomas...
New Mexico heavy rain and flash flooding prompt mandatory evacuations
LAS VEGAS, N.M. (AP) — Heavy rain and flash flood warnings in New Mexico prompted officials to order some mandatory evacuations, with shelters set up for displaced residents. The National Weather Service office announced a flash flood emergency on Friday night through early Saturday. The impacted areas included the...
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