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PHX350 Marks One Year of Supporting Unhoused Youth in Maricopa County as Phoenix Sees Progress in Homelessness Battle
Reflecting on a year since the launch of PHX350, it's evident the program has had a substantial impact on the lives of unhoused young adults in Maricopa County. ABC15 reported on the journey of Alexus and her boyfriend Angel, who found solace in the security the program offers. Angel expressed relief in knowing that, "When you’re on the streets, there’s always that idea of 'where is she,' the security aspect like we’re not always safe,” reflecting the precarious nature of street life. PHX350, backed by a $2 million grant from the Department of Housing to the Valley of the Sun YMCA, aims to provide a temporary home and job opportunities to young adults in need.
Prominent Az Republicans urge GOP allies to stop spreading election conspiracies
Some prominent Arizona Republicans are preparing for an uphill battle in their attempt to restore voter confidence in the state’s elections. “It’s going to be tough,” former Gov. Jan Brewer told the Arizona Mirror. Brewer is a board member for the newly minted Democracy Defense Project, a...
Phoenix man denies stealing election center security keys
PHOENIX (CN) — A man seen on security footage stealing security keys from a Maricopa County elections center appeared in court for the first time Tuesday morning. Walter Ringfield, 27, was indicted July 1 on one charge of computer tampering after he was arrested at his home a week prior. Ringfield was working a temporary position at the county’s main election tabulation center when he was caught on camera stealing a lanyard off a desk on June 20. Attached to the lanyard was a security key and a magnetic key fob elections officials say were meant to access ballot tabulators.
Arizona's Maricopa County prepares to be in the election spotlight once again
Ever since false claims were made about Donald Trump's 2020 election loss in Arizona, Maricopa County has been a hotbed of conspiracy theories. Home to Phoenix, there have also been threats against election officials and allegations of voter harassment in the county. So with another close election expected in November, NPR's Ben Giles has been talking with Maricopa County officials about steps they're taking to try to improve elections and help restore voter confidence. Normally, Ben is in Phoenix, but not today. Today Ben is here with us in Studio 31. Hi there.
State Farm Stadium hosts Maricopa County Home and Landscape Show this weekend
PHOENIX — The Maricopa County Home and Landscape Show will take place this weekend at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, where home improvement, landscaping and DIY experts combine their talents to educate and entertain community members. From Friday to Sunday, the largest home show in the Southwest will offer...
Arizona 3rd Congressional District candidates: Where they stand on issues
The Arizona Republic sent a brief questionnaire to the candidates in Arizona's 3rd Congressional District. Former Phoenix Vice Mayor Yassamin Ansari, former state Sen. Raquel Terán and Duane Wooten, a doctor, are competing for the Democratic nomination. ...
Maricopa County sheriff primary election: Candidates weigh in on staffing shortage, court monitor
Five current and former law enforcement officers are running to be Maricopa County's next sheriff. Russ Skinner, appointed to finish the rest of former Sheriff Paul Penzone's term, is running against former Phoenix police Officer Tyler Kamp for the Democratic nomination. ...
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