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Dozens Rescued as Severe Monsoon Storm Causes Chaos for Boaters on Lake Pleasant
Unexpected monsoon storms wreaked havoc on Lake Pleasant last Sunday afternoon, with high winds and rain creating a tableau of chaos for boaters. The Flood Control District of Maricopa County had warned of severe thunderstorms potentially bringing wind gusts of 40-60+ mph, heavy rainfall with hail, and frequent lightning, as reported by FOX 10 Phoenix. Despite warnings, boaters found themselves in peril as the storm abruptly descended upon the area.
Thunderstorm warning issued for Maricopa County
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Maricopa County starting at 1:55 p.m. July 21. The warning expires at 6:45 p.m. July 21. A flash flood warning is also issued for Maricopa County until 5:15 p.m. Sunday. For the latest watches and warnings, see our weather...
Police investigating after woman found dead at Glendale construction site
GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Detectives are investigating after a woman was found dead at a Glendale construction site on Monday morning. According to Glendale police, officers were called to reports of a dead body in the area of 75th and Northern avenues around 9 a.m. Police confirmed that a...
AZ Briefing: Can Kamala Harris win Arizona? Here's what to know; Do delegates have to vote for Biden?; Drop in measles protection in schools
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Facing mounting pressure from Democratic leaders, President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and quickly endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. As Biden sagged recently in the Arizona polls,...
Proposed fee increase for Arizona Strip would give recreation areas a needed facelift
ST. GEORGE — While more people than ever are frequenting camping resources on the Arizona Strip, user fees have remained unchanged for over 25 years. However, in recent months, the Bureau of Land Management has been gathering public input to determine whether this needs to change. The Arizona Strip...
Crystal Fullmer named artistic director of Southwest Ballet Theatre
Southwest Ballet Theatre is welcoming a new artistic director. Crystal Fullmer started her tenure at the end of May, replacing interim artistic director Anthony Spaulding II. She brings experience as a teacher, studio owner, choreographer, producer and dancer. The Avondale nonprofit ballet company is in its tenth season. Southwest Ballet...
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.
Crypto, GOP spending in Arizona Dem primary irks Latinos
A Democratic House primary in Arizona is attracting attention from GOP donors and a super PAC funded by cryptocurrency industry leaders, who are throwing their weight behind one side. Former state Sen. Raquel Terán (D), Phoenix Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari and physician Duane Wooten are running to replace Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.), who is running for…
Historic Downtown Glendale has a sticky proposition
The Historic Downtown Glendale Merchants Association is calling on artisans to participate in the inaugural Historic Downtown Glendale Sticker Contest. Artisans ages 10 and older are invited to create an image that they think best represents century-old downtown. All art mediums are welcome. Historic Downtown Glendale features a wide array...
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