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Phoenix pushing for more outreach with rise in cases of HIV in Hispanic, Latino men
PHOENIX (AZFamily) —Maricopa County is seeing a growing number of young men getting diagnosed with HIV. It mirrors a similar trend nationally. In 2022, Arizona reported a 20% increase in new HIV cases. According to the Arizona Department of Health Services, more than 40% of the 975 new HIV cases in the state were Hispanic patients.
Man shot, killed in Rio Verde after confrontation with married couple
One man is dead after confronting another man and his wife in Rio Verde, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said. About 10 p.m. Monday, authorities said Kyle Kepler, 45, initiated a confrontation with Thomas Griffin, 31, and Griffin's wife. ...
Man accused of theft at election center, Arizona Senate faces new allegation from art museum
A man who officials say stole a security fob from Maricopa County election headquarters and items from the Arizona Senate now faces a charge in a case of reported theft from the Phoenix Art Museum. Court documents allege Walter Ringfield, a 27-year-old Phoenix resident, took vintage jewelry valued at about $9,500 from the...
Teen charged in killing of Preston Lord gets bond reduced to $250K. Here's why
A Maricopa County Superior Court judge on Tuesday reduced the million-dollar bond for a teen charged in connection with the fatal group attack on Preston Lord after his lawyer argued he did not take part in the assault, which prosecutors disputed. "He didn't participate in the beating of Mr. Lord,"...
County Attorney Rachel Mitchell sides with police union in DOJ report opposition
The Arizona Police Association, an umbrella organization representing police officers across the state, held a news conference with the Maricopa County attorney on Tuesday to urge Phoenix not to enter into the consent decree with the Department of Justice. The Justice Department released a report in June finding the Phoenix Police Department engaged...
Dogs are already flooding shelter, rescue groups. More runaways expected over Fourth of July
Six years ago, Love Connections Dog Rescue worker Heather Nicely would have said the hardest part of her job was making a decision between fundraising $20,000 for a dog who had been hit by a car, who may never have a great quality of life again, or euthanizing them. Now,...
County government leadership internship prepares ASU graduates for rewarding public service careers
A local government leadership program at Arizona State University is celebrating a decade of helping aspiring public service professionals take the “leap” into their chosen careers. The Maricopa County Leadership and Education Advancing Public Service (MCLEAPS) program is ASU’s partnership with the nation’s fifth most populous county, having...
Chandler offers unhoused and vulnerable residents relief from summer heat
As the summer temperatures in the southwest soar, Chandler’s efforts to support its most vulnerable populations come into sharp focus. Through the Neighborhood Resources Department, Chandler has implemented a robust set of initiatives aimed at helping both the unhoused and residents struggling with inadequate cooling resources. These programs not only provide immediate relief, but also strive to create pathways to long-term stability and self-sufficiency.
Jeff Curran named development and engineering director
Jeff Curran was named as the new development and engineering director for Peoria. City Manager Henry Darwin selected Curran, who has over 30 years of development and engineering experience. Curran has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in civil engineering from the University of Washington. During his career, he has helped with...
Man claims $10K overpayment was mistakenly sent to Arizona hospital instead of him
SURPRISE, AZ (AZFamily) — A man from Surprise is claiming that over $10,000 has been sent to a Valley hospital instead of him following his wife’s visit to Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center. Andreas Papakostas is a former professional soccer player and currently coaches the sport. “Basically,...
Surprise schedules another day of service event at food bank
The next Surprise day of service event is scheduled for 7:15 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 17 at the St. Mary’s Food Bank, 13050 W. Elm St. Join the city to assist with sorting bulk food items, creating food baskets and loading food into vehicles. All time...
Summer teen adventure trip to Surprise arcade in the works
Another teen adventure is on the schedule in Surprise — this time to Player 1 Arcade. Join other teens ages 12 to 17 for the day at the Surprise arcade from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Friday, July 19. The cost for residents is $35 or $40 for...
Adaptive family swim party planned for Surprise pool
Surprise is planning an adaptive family swim party for individuals with disabilities and their families. It’s scheduled for 5 to 7:30 pm. Saturday, July 13 at the Hollyhock Pool, 15808 N. Hollyhock St. The Parks and Recreation Department is hosting the family swim party with pizza and dessert. The...
Four Teens Arrested in Connection with Fatal Robbery of 15-Year-Old in El Mirage
El Mirage police have apprehended four teenagers in connection with a fatal robbery that resulted in the death of a 15-year-old boy. The boy, identified by a growing memorial as Mateo Corona, was lured under the pretext of a gun trade and subsequently shot on April 29, according to statements obtained by 12 News.
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