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Astronomer CEO Andy Byron lost his job after being caught embracing the company’s head of HR, Kristin Cabot, at a Coldplay concert. Should she lose her job too?

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Will the housing market crash again?
What is Maricopa County sheriff doing to improve community relations?
Sheriff talks public safety and funding challenges
How do we fix the U.S. immigration crisis? A senator explains.
Will bombshells be dropped about Jeffrey Epstein?
The War Room: Do ICE agents need to wear masks, is Trump in the Epstein files & has border patrol left their post?
Cancellation of 'The Late Show With Stephen Colbert' signals something much bigger than politics
Why changes are needed to no-questions-asked school voucher programs
Arizona secretary of state calls for more cybersecurity funding after potential Iranian hack
Why was an Arizona road rage that turned deadly not indicted by a grand jury?

Arizona News

Mesa school supply drive...

Shira Tanzer

School supply drive this weekend will give away 1,500 free backpacks filled with supplies

As children head back to school, many of them are in need of supplies. A school supply drive will be held in Mesa on Saturday to help.

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Colton Krolak

Arizona is ranked in the bottom half of the country for places to retire

Could Arizona be losing its luster as a retirement destination? The state ranks 31st on Bankrate's list for best states to retire.

Burglaries...

Bailey Leasure

Man arrested in connection to multiple burglaries in Tempe

A man was arrested Wednesday in connection to multiple burglaries in Tempe that took place earlier in July, authorities said.

Scottsdale...

Bailey Leasure

Man arrested for allegedly stealing over $27,000 worth of belongings from Scottsdale home

A man was arrested on Sunday for allegedly stealing over $27,000 worth of belongings from a Scottsdale home on July 4.

Mendocino Farms...

Bailey Leasure

Mendocino Farms to open first Arizona location in Scottsdale

Mendocino Farms, a California-based salad and sandwich restaurant, is set to open its first Arizona location in Scottsdale next year.

cochise county kindergarten teacher Zara Horton child sex crimes arrest...

Serena O'Sullivan

Former southern Arizona kindergarten teacher arrested on child sex crimes, reports say

Police in southern Arizona arrested a woman accused of child sex crimes last week. KVOA identified the Cochise County woman as a teacher.

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Arizona Diamondbacks' Josh Naylor...

Alex Weiner

Diamondbacks trade Josh Naylor to Seattle Mariners for 2 pitching prospects

The Arizona Diamondbacks have reportedly agreed to trade first baseman Josh Naylor to the Seattle Mariners for pitchers Brandyn Garcia and Ashton Izzi.

J.J. Russell, formerly of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, has signed with the Arizona Cardinals...

Bailey Leasure

Cardinals’ J.J. Russell taken to hospital following collision at training camp

Arizona Cardinals linebacker J.J. Russell was taken to a hospital for evaluation of a head and neck injury following a collision at training camp on Thursday.

Jonathan Kuminga #00 of the Golden State Warriors makes a move towards the basket while defended by...

Kevin Zimmerman

Report: Suns made ‘concrete’ trade offer to Warriors for Jonathan Kuminga

The Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings have made "concrete offers" to the Warriors for Jonathan Kuminga, reports Shams Charania.

Walter Nolen III is expected to miss some time with a calf injury suffered during the offseason....

Tyler Drake

How concerning is Walter Nolen III’s injury for the Cardinals’ D-line?

The Arizona Cardinals' depth along the defensive line is already being tested following the news of Walter Nolen III on the PUP list.

Nick Ahmed, Diamondbacks vs. Padres...

Tom Kuebel

Former D-backs shortstop Nick Ahmed announces retirement

Former Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Nick Ahmed is calling it a career after winning two Gold Glove awards and more than 11 seasons of in the MLB. 

Diamondbacks 3B Eugenio Suarez took home the NL Co-Player of the Week on Monday...

Connor Emery

Twelve teams have shown interest in trading for D-backs’ Eugenio Suarez

Eugenio Suarez, one of the hottest names in the cycle before the trade deadline, could return to one of his old teams by next Thursday.

Border and Immigration

Detained Peoria woman hailed as community pillar by family...

Serena O'Sullivan

Family of business owner detained by ICE say she was a pillar of the West Valley community

Detained Peoria woman Kelly Yu owned two sushi restaurants in the West Valley with her husband. Her daughter is now taking over her role.

Arizona restaurant owners arrested in federal labor exploitation case...

Jeff Vinton

Arizona restaurant owners arrested, accused of employing undocumented workers

The owners of four Colt Grill restaurants in Arizona and one in Alabama were arrested and stand accused of employing undocumented workers.

Peoria business owner detained, faces deportation...

Damon Allred

Peoria business owner living in US over 20 years detained at immigration meeting, faces deportation

ICE agents detained a Peoria woman in May, leaving her business and family surrounded by uncertainty.

Arizona Education

Mesa school supply drive...

Shira Tanzer

School supply drive this weekend will give away 1,500 free backpacks filled with supplies

As children head back to school, many of them are in need of supplies. A school supply drive will be held in Mesa on Saturday to help.

Arizona approves almost $126 million in childcare funding...

Shira Tanzer

900 Arizona children to gain access to child care, Gov. Hobbs announces

Thanks to almost $126 million in funding from the state and federal governments, about 900 Arizona children will now be able to attend child care.

Phoenix vice mayor school equity...

Shira Tanzer

Phoenix vice mayor working to reduce education inequalities in Arizona and other states

Phoenix Vice Mayor Ann O'Brien is passionate about school equity. That's why she recently took on a new position with WestEd.

Arizona Votes

Adelita Grijalva emerged as the winner of the throng of Democratic primary candidates in the CD7 sp...

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Adelita Grijalva wins Democratic primary election for Raúl Grijalva's seat in Arizona's CD7

Adelita Grijalva won the Democratic primary in Arizona's CD7 special primary election, while Daniel Butierez won the Republican nod.

Eligible voters in Arizona’s CD7 will go to the polls Tuesday to cast ballots in the special prim...

Kevin Stone

Voters in Arizona CD7 set to pick nominees in primary election for Grijalva's seat

Eligible voters in Arizona’s CD7 will go to the polls Tuesday to cast ballots in the special primary election for late U.S. Rep. Raúl Grijalva’s seat.

Deja Foxx is among the young Democrats nationwide calling for party rebranding....

Associated Press

Arizona congressional candidate among young Democrats calling for party rebranding

Young Democrats nationwide calling for party rebranding, including Deja Foxx, a 25-year-old campaigning for Arizona's CD-7 seat.

Arizona Business

Iconic Phoenix steakhouse Durant's now hiring about 135 new employees....

Jeff Vinton

Legendary Phoenix steakhouse Durant's hiring for more than 100 jobs ahead of December reopening

Nearly five months after shutting down due to a sale and renovation, Durant's is now looking to hire about 135 new employees.

Taroko Sports batting cages...

Jeff Vinton

Taroko Sports announces opening date for high-tech batting cage, entertainment venue in Mesa

Taroko Sports, a high-tech batting cage and entertainment venue, announced that it will be opening it's first Arizona location on July 25.

Photo of Frontier Airlines flight as the airline announces it will begin service from Phoenix to Sa...

Jeff Vinton

Frontier to add new flight from Phoenix to San Antonio this fall

Frontier Airlines is adding a new destination for travelers from Phoenix Sky Harbor starting in October with introductory fares starting at just $49.

Arizona Water News

Water purification facility...

Damon Allred

Phoenix receives $179 million in federal funds for water purification facility

Nearly $180 million in federal funding will be spent on a new advanced water purification facility in Phoenix, officials announced Wednesday.

Arizona's governor and the GOP-controlled Legislature are at odds over regulating groundwater pumpi...

Associated Press

Arizona groundwater deal stalls as frustration grows on both sides

Arizona's governor and the GOP-controlled Legislature are at odds over regulating groundwater pumping in the state's rural areas — and time is running out.

With dwindling water supplies, cities throughout Arizona are exploring multiple ways to meet reside...

Allison Kotzbauer/Cronkite News

New rules for using purified wastewater give Arizona cities more options

With dwindling water supplies, cities throughout Arizona are exploring multiple ways to meet residents’ water needs, including purified wastewater.

Arizona Health

HonorHealth was the first healthcare system in the United States to use a treatment for narrowed ar...

Kylie Werner

HonorHealth 1st in US to implement new artery treatment

HonorHealth was the first healthcare system in the United States to use an artery treatment for narrowed arteries below the knee, it announced Monday.

1 dies due to West Nile virus, according to Maricopa County...

Serena O'Sullivan

Maricopa County reports 1st West Nile death of summer, warns about mosquitoes

Maricopa County Department of Public Health said on Monday that an older adult died due to West Nile virus. It was the first such death in 2025.

Renderings of renovations to The Spa at Camelback Inn. (Photo courtesy JW Marriott Scottsdale Camel...

Tom Kuebel

The Spa at Camelback Inn announces $24 million renovation set to debut in 2026

The Spa at Camelback Inn, one of Arizona's largest spa destinations, announced a $24 million renovation project expected to be complete in January.

Arizona Technology

avionics...

Heidi Hommel

Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix develops avionics for autonomous drones, air taxis

The Advanced Air Mobility lab at Honeywell Aerospace in Phoenix’s Deer Valley area is developing avionics for air taxis and autonomous drones.

Members of the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley learned about career paths and personal finance from...

Shira Tanzer

TSMC Arizona interns mentor Boys & Girls Club kids on how to run a business

TSMC Arizona interns joined kids from the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley at JA BizTown last week to teach them about future career paths and personal finance.

A rendering of the newly reimagined Dorrance Planetarium is pictured. It is set to reopen on Octobe...

Jeff Vinton

Arizona Science Center announces reopening date for Dorrance Planetarium

The Arizona Science Center announced when the Dorrance Planetarium will reopen and released new information about its high-res LED dome.

United States

FILE - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator Lee Zeldin and other local and federal e...

Associated Press

US and Mexico sign accord to combat Tijuana River sewage flowing across the border

SAN DIEGO (AP) — The United States and Mexico have signed an agreement outlining specific steps and a new timetable to clean up the longstanding problem of the Tijuana River pouring sewage across the border and polluting California beaches, officials from both countries announced Thursday. Billions of gallons of sewage and toxic chemicals from Tijuana […]

Associated Press

Flash flooding prompts rescues in New Mexico mountain village

RUIDOSO, N.M. (AP) — Another afternoon of heavy rainfall Thursday prompted flash flooding in the mountain village of Ruidoso, forcing the closure of roads and the rescue of at least five people who were trapped by the rushing water. The southern New Mexico community has been reeling this summer, with afternoon thunderstorms bringing more rain […]

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell looks over a document of cost figures as President Donald Tr...

Associated Press

Fed chair tells Trump he has his facts wrong on central bank's renovation costs

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump rattled off a number to shame Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell about the renovation costs of the Fed’s headquarters — and America’s central banker dared to correct him. Live on video. The exchange occurred Thursday in the plywood-sheathed headquarters of the Fed that are still under construction. Both men […]

Associated Press

Federal regulators approve Paramount's $8 billion deal with Skydance, capping months of turmoil

NEW YORK (AP) — Federal regulators on Thursday approved Paramount’s $8 billion merger with Skydance, clearing the way to close a deal that combined Hollywood glitz with political intrigue. The stamp of approval from the Federal Communications Commission comes after months of turmoil revolving around President Donald Trump’s legal battle with “60 Minutes,” the crown […]

In this photo provided by Romanucci & Blandin, John Huffington, left, wipes away a tear during a pr...

Associated Press

Wrongfully imprisoned Maryland man who spent 32 years behind bars sues former authorities

ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — A Maryland man who was wrongly imprisoned for 32 years, including a decade on death row, for two killings he did not commit is suing former law enforcement officials in a lawsuit announced Thursday, though four of the five people named as defendants are deceased. John Huffington was pardoned by then-Gov. […]

Texas state Rep. Jolanda "Jo" Jones looks through U.S. Congressional District maps during a redistr...

Associated Press

The White House wants more states to redraw House maps to help GOP. Democrats are readying a fight

WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is eyeing redistricting efforts beyond Texas to help Republicans hold the U.S. House in 2026 — and Democrats are preparing to escalate in response, with one senator vowing to go “nuclear” if needed. What’s shaping up to be a multi-state redistricting battle could mark the opening round for House […]

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