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Glendale among cities receiving housing vouchers for youths exiting foster care
The latest round of vouchers from the Department of Housing and Urban Development to help reduce homelessness among young people involved with child welfare services are out. Housing agencies in 19 states will receive over $3 million worth of assistance through the 2019 Foster Youth to Independence Initiative, and Glendale is one of them.
Gilbert residents say utility bills have gone up more than they expected
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) —Some neighbors in the town of Gilbert say they’re not happy after seeing massive increases in their water and utility bills in recent months. The change happened after the Gilbert Town Council approved a rate increase that went into effect in April. The Town of...
Arizona gets upgraded credit outlook from SP
(The Center Square) – Arizona now has a positive credit outlook, which means the state continues to be on good economic footing. S&P Global Ratings upgraded the Grand Canyon State’s outlook from “stable” to “positive” citing the state’s economy on the rise and keeping its AA issuer credit rating. According to a press release, that means there’s a “one-in-three” that the rating could increase “over the next two years.” "The...
Government Matchmakers: What if Scottsdale Followed Japan’s Lead?
For all the single people out there, would you like your government to help you find a mate? We’re going to garner a guess that nearly 100% of the responses would range from “No!” to “Hell no!”. But that is precisely what parts of Japan are doing to help stem their population decline due to low birth rates.
Jade Carey’s Mom Is a Former Gymnast Who Is Divorced From Her Dad
Jade Carey’s mom Danielle Greenberg is a former gymnast who works as a gymnastics coach in Arizona, according to her LinkedIn page. “For me, I just want her to walk off healthy and happy,” Greenberg told AZ Central in 2021. “If that’s with a medal or not, it doesn’t matter. I’m proud of her either way.” She also goes by the name of Danielle Mitchell-Greenberg.
Personal Practitioners AZ Announces Use of Objective ADHD Testing Technology for Diagnosis and Treatment
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jul 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Personal Practitioners today announces its adoption of QbTest, an objective ADHD test providing clinicians with measurable data for unbiased decision-making and support. The test, created by the global leader in ADHD testing, Qbtech, is the first FDA-cleared solution to aid clinicians when diagnosing and treating ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults.
The College set to launch 15 new degree programs
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences at Arizona State University is launching 15 new academic programs in fall 2024. Nine of those programs will include online formats, expanding learning opportunities for students across the country. Ara Austin, senior director of online engagement and strategic initiatives and a clinical associate...
Top 10 Arizonans with best medal chances at 2024 Paris Olympics: How to watch
The 2024 Paris Olympics are officially underway, and Arizona is being featured on the global stage, from archery to wrestling. So far, The Republic has identified 80 athletes and coaches with ties to the state who are at the 2024 Paris Olympics. With so many athletes competing across the Olympics, which last until...
Chandler's Amkor Technology nabs $600M in federal funding for huge Peoria plant
Amkor Technology, which earlier this year announced a major expansion in Peoria, has qualified for up to $600 million in preliminary federal funding to complete the project and operate it. The U.S. Department of Commerce said the Chandler-based semiconductor-services company has received tentative approval for up to $400 million in grants under the...
Arizona football roster breakdown: Running backs
Premium-icon 3m ago football Edit Arizona football training camp is right around the corner as the team inches closer and closer to the start of the 2024 season. This time, a new season brings a new era for Arizona as it embarks in the Big 12 conference and the first season with Brent Brennan leading the program. Now is training camp approaching, GOAZCATS.com will be breaking down Arizona's roster position-by-position and next on our roster breakdown is the running backs group. The running backs room for Arizona will look very different from the 2023 season that ended with a 10-3...
AZ senator says police efforts to issue her a criminal speeding citation constitute 'political persecution'
A Pima County lawmaker facing a summons for criminal speeding claims she’s the victim of “political persecution.”. In March, a Tucson police officer pulled over Republican Sen. Justine Wadsack (R-Marana) for driving 71 mph in a 35 mph zone. As first reported by the Tucson Sentinel, Wadsack —...
Election observers: Kari Lake primary victory would play into Democrats' hands
(The Center Square) – Arizonans will select nominees to replace outgoing U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema in Tuesday's primary elections. Democrats have rallied behind Ruben Gallego, the U.S. representative of Arizona’s third congressional district. The Republican Senate primary will come down to Kari Lake and Mark Lamb. When she lost her race for governor in 2022,...
Democrats accuse Cornel West campaign of accepting illegal in-kind contributions
Democrats are accusing Republican operatives of boosting the campaign of Independent presidential candidate Cornel West in North Carolina and Arizona, as ballot access fights rage in key swing states. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (FEC) last week claiming West’s bids in Arizona and North Carolina took illegal…
Councilwoman Betty Guardado Hosts 4th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway
Councilwoman Betty Guardado invites the community to the 4th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway on August 3rd at 6 PM at American Family Fields of Phoenix, 3600 N. 51st Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85031. This event underscores her ongoing commitment to ensuring that the youth of our communities are well-prepared for the upcoming school year.
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