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Avondale opens $5.4M fire department training center
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Porter Airlines expands Phoenix winter service with new Canada flights
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Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa reopens after crash
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HonorHealth completes $170M expansion at Deer Valley Medical Center
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Arizona students turn career training into higher graduation rates and job-ready skills
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DOJ launches West Coast healthcare fraud strike force with Arizona focus
Arizona News
Your roof vs. the monsoon: A showdown you don't want to lose
It's important for homeowners in Arizona to know what to pay attention to before, during and after monsoon season when it comes to their roof.
Valley protests scheduled as part of national May Day actions
There will be protests across the Valley and the country on Friday as people come together to fight for their rights and democracy on national May Day.
Republican budget 'real close' to something Hobbs would sign, Arizona Senate president says
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen said the Republican budget proposal passed by the House includes some of Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs’ requests.
Arizona motorcycle trooper injured in vehicle pursuit, suspect at large
An Arizona Department of Public Safety motorcycle trooper was injured in a collision during a vehicle pursuit in Goodyear, authorities said.
Arizona Republicans plot to redraw maps after Supreme Court ruling on use of race in redistricting
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen said a new Supreme Court ruling on redistricting could lead to a challenge of the state's maps.
Scottsdale convenience store sells Powerball ticket worth $1 million
A Powerball ticket worth $1 million was purchased at a north Scottsdale convenience store.
ArizonaSports.com
Arizona to face Rick Pitino, St. John’s at Madison Square Garden; Phoenix matchup to follow
The nonconference slate is shaping up for Arizona men's basketball, now including a matchup against St. John's at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Who were the Diamondbacks’ standout players in April?
The Diamondbacks have relied on production from unforeseen places to enter May with a winning record. Here are their March/April standouts:
Cardinals’ Monti Ossenfort still leaving starting QB door open
Cardinals general manager Monti Ossenfort is looking forward to the quarterback competition brewing in Arizona.
Former Arizona forward Dwayne Aristode commits to Oregon
Arizona Wildcats forward Dwayne Aristode announced his commitment to the Oregon Ducks on Thursday.
Mat Ishbia earned trust in handling Suns’ turnaround, but here comes the hard part
Victory laps are one of the greatest rewards in professional sports. Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia took his on Thursday, Dan Bickley writes.
Diamondbacks starting pitching has been an issue, Brewers take rubber match
Diamondbacks starting pitching has been in rough shape lately, and that continued in Thursday's loss to the Brewers.
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Arizona Education
West Valley trade school students refurbish city of Surprise vehicle for security use
Students at West-MEC in Surprise are helping protect their community by transforming a city golf cart into a security vehicle.
Arizona GOP budget proposal includes millions in education funding cuts, omits Prop 123
The Arizona budget package introduced by Republicans this week cuts millions in education-related spending and doesn't include the Prop 123 school funding mechanism.
Parents take control of Phoenix charter school to save it from financial crisis
A group of Valley parents launched a nonprofit to take over their children’s charter school after the former charter holder fell into financial disarray.
Arizona Votes
Scottsdale Community College launching its 1st AI certificate
Scottsdale Community College (SCC) is launching the Foundations of Applied Artificial Intelligence, its first-ever AI certificate, for students this fall.
Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking Arizona voter registration data
A federal judge has dismissed the U.S. Department of Justice's lawsuit asking for Arizona's voter registration database.
Maricopa County board leader explains objection to judge's ruling in recorder's election lawsuit
The leader of the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors called the ruling in an election lawsuit brought by Recorder Justin Heap "a total bust."
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Arizona Business
SRP announces deal for enough solar energy to power nearly 600,000 homes
SRP has reached an agreement with NextEra Energy Resources to generate 3,000 megawatts of new solar energy by the end of 2034, which would be enough to power almost 600,000 homes.
Life Time opens Paradise Valley athletic club ahead of 2027 high-rise opening
A highly anticipated athletic club, Life Time Paradise Valley, is opening at the PV mixed-use development in Phoenix on Thursday.
New slate of 7 tenants announced for PV development in Phoenix
Lululemon, Culinary Gangster, an escape room and a Pilates space are among a slate of new tenants coming to PV in Phoenix.
Arizona Water News
Court ruling could spare Chandler residents $1.7M a year in taxes for undelivered water
Chandler residents may be one step closer to ending about $1.7 million a year in property taxes paid to RWCD for water they don't get.
Can SRP meet Valley's water demand with reservoirs almost half empty?
SRP is confident that it has plenty of water to supply the Valley despite an unusually warm start to the year and low reservoir levels.
Lake Powell, a Colorado River reservoir, needs infusion to maintain power generation
After the driest winter on record, officials want to raise the level of badly depleted Lake Powell on the Colorado River to keep its hydropower humming.
Border and Immigration
Officers seize dozens of weapons, gun parts in Nogales border bust
A woman attempting to leave the United States for Mexico was arrested after an inspection led to dozens of weapons seized.
Surprise students concerned about ICE detention facility's proximity to 3 schools
Students in the Dysart Unified School District are speaking out against a proposed immigration detention facility in Surprise.
Arizona AG sues Department of Homeland Security to stop ICE detention facility in Surprise
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing DHS over its quiet purchase of a warehouse it hopes to use as a Surprise detention center.
Arizona Health
Peoria killings raise question for families: What help is available for an adult in mental health crisis?
Arizona families can request an involuntary psychiatric evaluation for an adult who refuses help. Here’s how the process works and what to expect.
HonorHealth to open hybrid fitness and physical therapy gym in Scottsdale this August
HonorHealth will open a 40,000-square-foot medical fitness center in north Scottsdale this August.
Glendale hospital becomes 1st hospital in West to use new robotic technique for surgeries
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale recently became the first hospital in the West to use a new robotic technique.
Arizona Technology
Phoenix bets on quantum computing as its next big tech industry
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego announced Tuesday that the city will launch the Phoenix Quantum Strategy.
Phoenix lands $100 million bioscience commitment from Spain-based pharmaceutical firm
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego says cutting-edge cancer research company ROIS is investing $100 million in a manufacturing site.
Honeywell expands engine manufacturing in Phoenix to support new Navy training jets
Honeywell Aerospace will begin manufacturing engines in Phoenix for an aircraft that could be used to train Navy pilots, the company said Monday.
United States
After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
WASHINGTON (AP) — When Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin was questioned by senators during his confirmation hearing about his vision for implementing President Donald Trump’s mass deportation agenda, he said his goal was to keep his department off the front pages of the news. To some degree, he has. Gone are the social media video […]
Bessent wants Americans to avoid easy-money traps and invest in financial literacy
WASHINGTON (AP) — Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent winces at the allure of easy money — whether it’s lottery tickets, buy now, pay later loans or the promise of a crypto windfall — warning that the get-rich-quick mindset often leads Americans farther from financial stability, not closer to it. “There are a lot of young people, […]
Habitat for Humanity is developing a new Atlanta community with help from the Carters' initiative
ATLANTA (AP) — Walking through the frame of his soon-to-be new home on a recent morning, an excited Ozzy Herrera could envision the future. A brown leather sofa to match the floors. Terra-cotta-colored walls. A bar cart near the kitchen. Herrera, who works two jobs at Atlanta’s airport, never imagined he would own a home […]
Republicans say they will defer to Trump on Iran war despite arrival of 60-day deadline
WASHINGTON (AP) — Many Republicans who have been uneasy with President Donald Trump’s war in Iran emphasized that there would be a May 1 deadline for Congress to intervene. But the date is now set to pass with no action from GOP lawmakers who continue to defer to the White House. Under the War Powers […]
Disappearing before our eyes: One photographer's passion project of capturing local newsrooms
NEW YORK (AP) — If you think the life of a journalist is glamorous, take a look at Ann Hermes’ photograph of Tom Haley from a winter day in Rutland, Vermont. He scribbles in a notebook, leaning back in an office chair while dressed in ill-fitting khakis and a baseball cap. His left foot rests […]
Florida Republicans slice and dice congressional districts: How a new map could cost Democrats seats
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — With President Donald Trump’s poll numbers fading, beleaguered Florida Democrats hoped this year would be an opportunity to gain ground in the state. But now they’re looking at the possibility of losing up to four U.S. House seats in the midterms because of a new congressional map passed this week by […]
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