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BlackWolf Rideshare Expansion into Phoenix Halted Due to Regulatory Compliance Issues
A new player in the rideshare game, BlackWolf, known for its unique feature of offering rides with armed drivers, recently announced its expansion into Phoenix. Founded in Atlanta, BlackWolf has stirred the pot with its concept of increased security during rides by hiring drivers who boast backgrounds in military, law enforcement, or private security. The service touts a rigorous vetting process for these drivers, with a stipulation of at least four years' experience in their previous professions, as noted on the company's website.
Vols Earn 2024 ITA Division I Academic Awards
TEMPE, Ariz. – Following a dual season in which the men's tennis team reached the 25-win mark and made the NCAA quarterfinals for the third time in the last four campaigns, the Vols were honored for their efforts in the classroom Monday by the ITA. With four Vols being named ITA Scholar-Athletes, Tennessee also garnered ITA All-Academic Team status, posting a collective GPA of 3.37 during the 2023-24 academic year. The individuals who earned ITA Scholar-Athlete honors were Angel Diaz , Younes Lalami , Johannus Monday and James Newton . To be eligible for ITA Scholar-Athlete status, these student-athletes...
Mesa Leadership Training and Development names new board of directors
The Mesa Leadership Training and Development program is announcing new leadership within its board of directors. They will lead the organization in its mission to educate and train potential leaders ...
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...
Arizona fitness instructor found dead in gym parking lot warned family about stalker for weeks
An Arizona woman who went missing earlier this month was found dead alongside the stalker she had warned about to family and friends. 25-year-old Doris Marcela Aguilar went missing on July 1. Her car was found abandoned a week later in a parking lot in Phoenix. Her body was found about a week later in another car next to Juan Cuéllar's, 51, who authorities said killed Aguilar and then committed suicide. They were identified last Friday.
10 tons of snow, ice bring heat relief to Phoenix Zoo
Here’s a phrase you don’t expect to hear this time of year: snow day. But that’s what the Phoenix Zoo recently celebrated. It’s not a typical sound or sight at the Phoenix Zoo. Four people feed 40 pound bags of ice into a machine that blows out 10 tons of snow.
etta restaurant in Scottsdale to close temporarily after sale
PHOENIX —etta, the Italian-inspired neighborhood restaurant in Scottsdale Quarter, is temporarily closing for renovations beginning Monday. The eatery will reopen under new ownership in September, but still keep the same name. The restaurant near Scottsdale Road and Greenway-Hayden Loop will be open for lunch and dinner each day and...
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.
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...
VIDEO: Brittney Griner Had To Awkwardly Correct A Reporter Who Called Her “Mom” While Discussing The Birth Of Her Child
Brittney Griner is not a mother to any child, according to her. Ten-time WNBA All-Star Brittney Griner has had quite the week as the Phoenix Mercury enforcer participated in the 2024 WNBA All-Star Game just days before she will head to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics as part of the USA Basketball Women’s National Team.
‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
Angel Reese made her WNBA All-Star game debut on July 20. However, her moment was overshadowed by a bizarre encounter with an overzealous fan who was […] ‘She’s Bats—t Crazy’: Angel Reese Fans Outraged After Security Had to Snatch Up Strange Woman Allowed to Rush Reese Months After Death Threat Complaints
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.
TruWest celebrates credit unions, members on July 26
TruWest Credit Union will join credit union enthusiasts nationwide to mark I Love My Credit Union Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the many reasons community members love their credit unions, inspiring engaging and lively conversations about the impact of credit unions in the local community.
D-backs vs. Phillies Tickets for Sale & Game Info - August 8
Christian Walker and Bryce Harper square off in a showdown of top-10 sluggers when the Arizona Diamondbacks (51-49) and Philadelphia Phillies (63-36) meet on Thursday at 9:40 PM ET. Walker has 22 homers (ninth in league) for the Diamondbacks, and Harper is ninth with 22 home runs for the Phillies.
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