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Judge rejects Goldwater Institute’s lawsuit to remove Scottsdale ballot initiative
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A Scottsdale sales tax initiative critics say has “misleading” wording is staying on the ballot, a judge ruled Friday. Maricopa County Superior Court judge Michael D. Gordon said in his ruling that the court didn’t find anything legally wrong with the description of Proposition 490 and dismissed the lawsuit with prejudice.
Free diapers, school supplies, haircuts and food boxes at July 27 event in Scottsdale
On Saturday, July 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Neighborhood Outreach Access to Health (NOAH) will provide free diapers, baby wipes, school supplies, wellness kits, food boxes, haircuts and other essentials at its Community Care Day event. The event will take place at the NOAH Cholla Health Center, located...
Benevilla website features emergency preparedness section
Benevilla announces the creation of an emergency preparedness section on its website, complementing the recent “Community Summit on Emergency Preparedness.”. This summit brought together local residents for an educational forum aimed at enhancing the readiness of the senior community in the event of an emergency. The event featured experts in emergency management, health and safety who shared insights and strategies for improving resilience and preparedness in the face of potential emergencies and disasters.
Peoria Joins Maricopa County Reading Program: Read, Collect Codes, Win Prizes!
The Maricopa County Summer Reading Program is in full swing, invigorating the youth of Peoria with a tangible sense of adventure found within the pages of their favorite books. The residents, young and old, are invited to partake in an interactive community event that marries the joy of reading with the allure of prizes.
RNC demands answers on how CrowdStrike outage affected Arizona voting systems
The Republican National Committee and the Arizona Republican Party are seeking answers on how the global CrowdStrike outage Friday affected voting systems in the state. The RNC, the Arizona GOP, and former President Donald Trump‘s campaign announced Tuesday they have sent letters to every county elections office in Arizona seeking answers about how the CrowdStrike […]
Fentanyl dealer sentenced after a year of run-ins with police, 3 trials
Carlos Pacheco had run-ins with authorities on three occasions in 2021, escaping from law enforcement each time until he was arrested and charged with drugs and weapons offenses and recently ...
Silver Alert has been issued for 82-year-old woman with dementia
PHOENIX — Authorities issued a silver alert for an 82-year-old woman who went missing in Phoenix on Monday afternoon. The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office said Judy Lockhart was last seen at about 2:41 p.m. at 175 W. Madison St. in Phoenix. She was reportedly exiting the Maricopa County Superior Court.
Phoenix-area woman accused of stealing identity to get $500K worth of medical care
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Days after asking the public for help finding a medical fraud suspect, an arrest was made and her alleged victim is a Phoenix woman who talked to On Your Side last month about being ripped off. Shannon Lee Smith was arrested on Saturday. According to court...
Lake Pleasant boaters retrieve their boats after monsoon chaos over the weekend
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - Waters were a lot calmer on Monday at Lake Pleasant after chaos broke out when a monsoon rolled through. Several people were rescued at the lake on Sunday, July 21, after harsh waters from a thunderstorm sunk some boats and sloshed around others. "I think everybody...
Phoenix Police Department deploys four-legged robot ‘Spot’ to special assignments unit
The Phoenix Police Department recently purchased a four-legged, agile mobile robot coined, ‘Spot’ officials there say will be used as a new tool for the special assignments unit. “We have lots of different pieces of technology,” said SAU Sergeant Marcus Allen, in a prepared statement. “Each one...
Death Investigation Underway After Decomposed Body Found at Glendale Construction Site
A disturbing discovery at a Glendale construction site has prompted a death investigation after a woman's body was found on Monday morning. According to FOX 10 Phoenix, the body was located just after 9:00 A.M. near 75th and Northern Avenues. The Glendale Police Department has confirmed that the body, which is believed to be that of a woman, displayed signs of decomposition, though the victim has not yet been identified.
Great American Seed Up returns to Phoenix this October
Great American Seed Up at Phoenix Baptist Church Oct. 11-12 The Great American Seed Up — a one-of-a-kind, pop-up bulk seed buying bazaar — is gearing up for its 10th annual event, scheduled to take place at North Phoenix Baptist Church, 5757 N. Central Avenue in Phoenix this October.
Phoenix boy gets third place in North American Lego contest
PHOENIX — Most artists who want to celebrate the unique Arizona landscape use mediums like paints, mosaics or spray-painted murals. However, for 8-year-old Tobias Camen, Legos are the perfect way to recreate the Sonoran Desert. Tobias, who is from Phoenix, won national recognition for his creativity with Lego sets...
Chandler Council Advances Plans for New Pickleball Courts at Tumbleweed Park for 2024 Start
Chandler's pickleball enthusiasts can look forward to new courts as the city council pushes forward with construction plans at Tumbleweed Park. The council recently sealed a deal with Hunter Contracting Co. to start buying necessary materials, marking a significant stride toward expanding local recreational facilities. Located at the southeast corner of Germann Road and Pioneer Parkway, the upcoming pickleball complex promises to cater to a sport that's gained considerable traction in the community.
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