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Mesa business owner sentenced to 5 years for health care fraud
PHOENIX — A Mesa woman was sentenced this week to 66 months in prison for defrauding Arizona’s Medicaid program. Diana Moore was also ordered to pay more than $21 million in restitution to the Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS) after pleading guilty to wire fraud and money laundering on July 10, 2023.
Cutting-edge manufacturing facility coming to Mesa
The Arizona Commerce Authority, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, and city of Mesa are pleased to announce that Magna, a mobility technology company, is building a manufacturing facility in Mesa. As one the largest suppliers in the automotive space, Manga is the largest automotive supplier in North America. Located at Power...
Mesa Riverview to Welcome New Tenants
Mesa Riverview, an open-air shopping center chock-full of shopping and dining experiences, will welcome five new tenants within the following year. Whether you’re craving sizzling Korean BBQ, want to try your hand at pickleball, or are in the mood for a good laugh, Mesa Riverview’s newest lineup promises to deliver unforgettable experiences for everyone. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s coming:
Ortega, Borowsky trade barbs in virtual debate
It may seem like they just did their job during the primary election – but Scottsdale voters have more work to do. Mayor David Ortega and challenger Lisa Borowsky – a former councilwoman – faced off Aug. 19 for an Arizona Clean Elections Commission virtual debate. Radio...
New Luxury North Scottsdale Community Starts Sales in September
A highly anticipated Camelot Homes luxury community – The Edge at Joy Ranch – will begin selling its new homes the first week of September to anyone on the VIP Interest List (sign up here!). Nestled in the heart of North Scottsdale at the northeast corner of Lone Mountain Parkway and East Joy Ranch Road, this community offers modern luxury and natural beauty.
Driver who killed 5 in crash while watching videos jailed for 22 years
PHOENIX, Arizona: A tractor-trailer driver who killed five people in a fiery crash because he was distracted watching social media videos was sent to prison for 22 years. Maricopa County prosecutors said this week that Danny Glen Tiner, 38, pleaded guilty to five counts of negligent homicide. Investigators said Tiner...
Cochise County sheriff on Biden, Harris and Congress: 'Nobody’s listening'
(The Center Square) – Cochise County, Arizona, Sheriff Mark Dannels said he’s never been able to meet with President Joe Biden or his border czar, Vice President Kamala Harris, the entire time they’ve been in office. Biden, Harris and Congress aren’t helping his deputies, who are risking their lives fighting cartel crime, he said, adding “nobody’s listening.” Dannels on Thursday welcomed to Arizona former President Donald Trump, who he said...
1 dead, 2 others hospitalized in south Phoenix shooting
Police were investigating a triple shooting in south Phoenix that left one of the victims dead. At about 3 a.m. Saturday, officers responded to a shooting in a residential area near South 19th and West Onley avenues, according to Phoenix police spokesman Sgt. Brian Bower. A trailhead into South Mountain is nearby. ...
Diamondbacks' Christian Walker: Faces high-velocity pitching
Walker (oblique) recently began hitting against a high-velocity pitching machine, MLB.com reports. Walker, who was placed on the 10-day injured list July 30, continues to check off boxes during rehab. The process began with running, dry swings, hitting off a tee, then graduated to facing soft-toss pitching. Now, after hitting high-velocity pitches from a machine, Walker's next step is live batting practice.
HUD to present $2.5M grant to Phoenix for neighborhood revitalization
The Edison-Eastlake neighborhood in Phoenix will receive a $2.5 federal grant to continue its revitalization effort. The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development will present the Choice ...
Triple digits temps, low storm chances expected in Phoenix area
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — High temperatures in the Valley today will reach around 105, which is near normal for this time of year. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop in the mountains, especially in eastern and southeastern Arizona. Parts of the mountains will be breezy, with possible gusts between 20 and 30 mph.
San Tan Charter downs Scottsdale Christian in 2A football opener
Gilbert San Tan Charter had to make a second 35-mile trip to Scottsdale Christian Academy in two days to play its 2A high school football season opener. All those miles were worth it, as San Tan Charter left Friday night with a 23-6 statement win over the defending 2A champions. It was the second...
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which…
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