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AZ Desert Swarm Spam Folder: Our staff answers your latest questions
It’s the summer, when things slow down for a bit in Wildcat Country. What a perfect time to pick our readers’ brains. This is the AZ Desert Swarm Spam Folder, our attempt to respond to some questions that you’ve submitted to us via Twitter, Facebook and in our comments section. And you had plenty.
Biden ends bid for 2nd term; man killed in Phoenix crash | Nightly Roundup
From President Biden announcing he won't be seeking a second term after all, to a crash in Phoenix that killed a man, here are tonight's top stories. 1. Biden drops out of 2024 presidential race, endorses Kamala Harris. Featured. 2. Biden drops out, endorses Kamala Harris: 'I am honored to...
Scottsdale candidates continue to drum up support
Fifteen days before the July 30 primary, city, county, state and federal candidates were required to file documents showing how much they have raised. The primary will narrow down the three candidates for mayor and nine hopefuls hunting three Scottsdale City Council seats. Ballots should be mailed by Tuesday, July...
5 area residents are tied to $140M in health care fraud
Four Gilbert residents and a Tempe man face different legal actions from state and federal authorities for their roles in various schemes that allegedly swindled over $140 million from Medicaid and Medicare. State and federal court records show that two of those residents allegedly colluded with others accused of fraud...
Johnson brings winning culture to Mountain Ridge
During Andy Johnson’s 16 years as an assistant coach at Saguaro High School, he had the chance to help build a perennial high school football powerhouse. After 12 state championships at an elite program, Johnson wants to bring the lessons he learned to Mountain Ridge High School. “I was...
'Plenty of time' to replace Biden on Arizona's November ballot, secretary of state says
Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race has opened widespread speculation as to who will be the Democratic ticket at the top of Arizona's Nov. 5 ballot. But that ballot, technically, has not yet been created. There is "plenty of time" to have it reflect whoever emerges as the Democratic presidential and vice...
Valley facility leased to Amazon changes hands in largest industrial sale this year
A 1.2 million-square-foot warehouse fully leased to Amazon has sold in the largest single-building industrial transaction so far this year for metro Phoenix. The Glendale facility was acquired earlier this month by an entity connected to BlackRock Realty Advisors Inc. for $128.1 million in an all-cash deal, or more than $100 per square foot, according to Maricopa County and Arizona Corporation Commission records.
WATCH: Kevin Durant, Devin Booker impress in Team USA 1-on-1 reps
Phoenix Suns stars Kevin Durant and Devin Booker showed off their elite shotmaking ability at Team USA practice in London Sunday. Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!. Ahead of Team USA’s final exhibition game tomorrow against Germany, the duo could not be stopped no matter who...
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.
Construction begins on Papago Golf House, will serve many public golf organizations
PHOENIX — Construction for the Papago Golf House is now underway, as the groundbreaking was announced by the project manager on Thursday. The 14,100-square-foot facility spearheaded by Wespac Construction, Inc. and designed by Douglas Fredrikson Architects is located adjacent to the Papago Golf Club clubhouse and pavilion on 5595 E. Karsten Way.
'Living my parents' American dream': Phoenix organizer pursues civic engagement for all
Nancy Herrera sits at her desk where two framed photos of her three sons and parents face her. A poster of Frida Kahlo smoking — one of several of the Mexican painter in her office — sits behind her. These faces mean something to her, symbolizing the strength...
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