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Phoenix-area Democrats pick 3 candidates to replace Rep. Laura Terech
Democrats in Legislative District 4 selected three nominees to replace Rep. Laura Terech, who resigned from the Arizona House of Representatives in June. Terech announced earlier this year she would not seek re-election, then resigned after the end of the legislative session to join the Secretary of State’s Office.
3 children have died after heat emergencies in the last 2 weeks in Arizona
At least three children have died in Arizona in the last two weeks following heat-related emergencies. A 10-year-old boy whose family had recently moved to Phoenix died on a 113-degree day last week after a hike on South Mountain. A 4-month-old girl died Friday after being taken on a boat on Lake Havasu in 121 degree weather. And a 2-year-old girl died Tuesday after being left in a car in Marana when the high was 111. According to police, the girl’s father said he had left the air conditioner running in the car, but it had shut off and the child was unresponsive by the time he returned.
Stephen Richer politely handles Elon Musk's election ignorance (again)
Opinion: For the second time in a year, the Maricopa County recorder attempts to courteously correct misinformation spread on social media by the billionaire. A less polite, less patient, less polished individual — me, for instance — would simply have told Elon Musk that he’s full of you-know-what.
COVID cases are spiking in Arizona
The dreaded COVID summer surge has arrived in Arizona.Why it matters: Though the disease isn't as deadly as it was before vaccines were available, it's still dangerous for vulnerable individuals.Last week's July Fourth gatherings and travel, coupled with oppressive heat that's keeping people indoors, were expected to spread more infections.By the numbers: Arizona Department of Health Services reported 2,614 cases during the last week of June, the latest data available. That's a 78% increase from the previous month.More than 1,681 of those cases were reported in Maricopa County, an 81% spike.Reality check: Arizona's still way below the three-year average of...
Sheriff's Office pursue charges against Mesa parents after toddler shoots self
Authorities intend on pursuing charges against the parents of a toddler who wounded himself with a gun in May at an east Mesa home. Around 3:40 p.m. on May 16, Maricopa County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an emergency call about a 3-year-old boy who had shot himself at a home near East Main Street and South Crismon Road, according to the agency.
Parents face endangerment charges after child accidentally shoots himself near Mesa
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — The parents of a 3-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself in the head almost two months ago near Mesa are facing endangerment charges, the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office says. The shooting happened around 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, May 16, at a mobile home park...
Charges pending against parents of toddler who shot himself near Mesa
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is recommending charges of endangerment against the parents of a 3-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself with a gun he found in couch cushions at a home near Mesa.
Former Maricopa County Elections Worker Indicted for Felony Theft and Computer Tampering
A former elections department worker, Walter Alphonso Ringfield, has been indicted on multiple charges, including a major class two felony, after being linked to thefts spanning several locations in Maricopa County. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced the indictment following investigations by local law enforcement agencies. Ringfield faces one count each of computer tampering, theft, burglary, and criminal trespassing.
MCSO recommending criminal charges against parents of 3-year-old shot in the head
MESA, Ariz. — The mother and father of a 3-year-old who got a hold of a gun and accidentally shot himself could be facing criminal charges. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said Wednesday the agency is recommending endangerment charges against the parents of a child critically wounded from a gunshot wound to his head on May 16, 2024 in Mesa.
Arizona Faces Ozone High Pollution Advisory: Maricopa County Alert in Effect
Hey Arizona, it’s time to pay attention to the air we’re breathing. The Arizona Department of Environment Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County today and tomorrow, with a High Pollution Watch for Wednesday. With two low-pressure systems, including Hurricane Beryl hitting southeastern Texas, moving across the central U.S., and high pressure advancing from the Pacific Coast, our weather is going through some changes.
How Maricopa County superintendent candidates would manage taxpayer dollars, school boards
The race for Maricopa County School superintendent is packed with three challengers taking on the incumbent of seven years. Republican Steve Watson has held the county's school superintendent office since 2017 and is seeking a third term. ...
Moon Valley precinct justice of the peace election 2024: Meet the candidates
Corrections & Clarifications: A previous version of this article incorrectly identified Deborah Begay's party affiliation. She is a Democrat. In the Moon Valley Justice Court precinct, two Democrats and a Republican are running for justice of the peace. ...
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