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Tucson's new conservation program aims to save water by removing ornamental grass
Water officials in Tucson are launching a new initiative that asks apartment complexes and commercial buildings to remove their grass landscaping and conserve water — in exchange for a rebate from the city. The initiative began this month and offers $5 for every square foot of water-thirsty grass that’s...
Arizona Coach Discusses ‘Speed Dating’ His New Players
When Arizona coach Brent Brennan took over the Wildcats from Jedd Fisch, there was obviously a large to-do list to keep the program moving. One of those was getting to know his new players. In the era of the transfer portal, things can happen fast. Sometimes, new coaches don’t even get to meet players before they opt to move on.
Cochise County didn't send ballots to some voters. That's disenfranchisement, court rules
Cochise County disenfranchised some voters during a May 2023 election to levy a tax for a jail district, a three-judge panel ruled as it overturned the case’s previous dismissal. The ruling by the Arizona Court of Appeals panel comes after a Cochise County Superior Court judge dismissed the case arguing the county...
Ariz. dad arrested after daughter dies from being left in hot car for several hours during heat wave
MARANA, Ariz. (TCN) -- A 37-year-old man was arrested for leaving his sleeping toddler daughter in a car for several hours, leading to her death. According to a statement, on July 9 at approximately 4 p.m., the Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire Department received a call about an unresponsive child who had been in a car on the 5100 block of West Paytons Court. The child’s father, Christopher Scholtes, told police his daughter was napping in her car seat when they got home and he did not want to wake her up "so she could continue sleeping in the vehicle."
Arizona regulators laud largest utilities for successfully meeting higher electricity demands
Arizona’s regulated utilities continue to meet challenging electricity demands without interruption during the current summer sizzle, the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) reported on July 12. “Hotter temperatures and monsoon winds put even more pressure on ... Read More » The post Arizona regulators laud largest utilities for successfully meeting higher electricity demands appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
The 5 best hospitals in Arizona, according to U.S. News & World Report
U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in hospital rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2024-2025 Best Hospitals. Now in its 35th year, Best Hospitals evaluates nearly 5,000 hospitals in more than 30 medical and surgical services. U.S. News also evaluated 115 hospitals in Arizona to determine the five best hospitals in Arizona.
Arizona: Power couple arrested in $900 million Medicare fraud scheme
A wealthy couple from Arizona, Alexandra “Lexie” Gehrke, 38, and Jeffrey King, 49, found themselves in handcuffs just months after their wedding, implicated in a $900 million Medicare fraud scheme, according to the Department of Justice. Charges. Gehrke and King were preparing to depart for their honeymoon at...
Rural health conference makes big impact in its 50 years
Agnes Attakai, MPA, grew up in two worlds. In Southern California, she and her five siblings enjoyed city life. In the summertime, the kids stayed with their grandparents on the Navajo Nation in Arizona, where they had no electricity or running water. “I grew up going back and forth on...
Arizona Football's five uncommitted Class of 2025 prospects who are 'warm' on the Wildcats
With the commitment of Texas wide receiver Muizz Tounkara to Arizona on Saturday, July 13, Arizona Football's signing class for the 2025 season has grown to 20 players. However, new Arizona head coach Brent Brennan and associate head coach/recruiting guru Alonzo Carter aren't cone cooking yet. There are five uncommitted...
Arizona business hosts two back-to-school drives for families in need
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — School is just around the corner for some Arizona kiddos, and Terros Health is doing Something Good by hosting free backpack and school supply drives in the Valley. “We know how expensive school supplies can be and how families may be struggling, so this is our...
White Coat Profile: Kiera Vaughn
The White Coat Ceremony marks the first time a medical student will don his or her white coat, the defining symbol of a physician. The coat bestows a great honor on each student, and with it comes a responsibility to uphold the trust of every patient they will encounter. The Class of 2028 will receive their white coats on July 19 during a ceremony that begins at 3:30 p.m. in the West Ballroom of the Phoenix Convention Center downtown.
Texas Woman Arrested in Arizona Fraud Case Involving $40,000 Wire Transfer
On Tuesday, authorities in Arizona reported the arrest of a lady from Texas in a fraud case. Charges of fraud, theft, and identity theft led to the arrest of 64-year-old Maria Rivera in Carrollton, Texas, in early July, as reported by the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office. The case of fraud was initiated by YSCO following […]
DPS responds to 'barricade situation' on Loop 202
PHOENIX — Traffic was temporarily stopped on the southbound side of the South Mountain Freeway near Dobbins Road while DPS officials responded to a "barricade situation." Officials with the Arizona Department of Public Safety said a person at the scene was not responding to commands. All lanes have been...
Mayes pushes FEMA to prioritize fires, heat
(The Center Square) – Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes wants the Federal Emergency Management Agency to place a higher priority on wildfires and high temperatures. Mayes sent a letter to FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and FEMA Chief Counsel Adrian Sevier co-signed by 13 other attorneys general around the country to push for "extreme heat and wildfire smoke events" to be considered allowable reasons for a disaster declaration, citing the Stafford Act. Specifically, they want wildfire smoke incidents to qualify for the Fire Management Assistance Grant....
Strata Clean Energy Secures 20-Year Agreement with APS for Justice Energy Storage Project
Strata Clean Energy has finalized a 20-year tolling agreement with Arizona Public Service (APS) for its Justice Energy Storage project, marking a significant step in bolstering Arizona's energy infrastructure with renewable solutions. Located near Skyline Regional Park in Phoenix, Arizona, the Justice Energy Storage project boasts a capacity of 150...
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