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Texas-based synthetic grass company expands its turf into Arizona
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Gov. Katie Hobbs issues executive order to help former inmates find jobs
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Peoria foster parent accused of sexual conduct with kids in his care
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Money may be the only solution as Arizona’s teacher shortage continues
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Arizona woman found guilty of embezzling over $100,000 from charity group
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Valley family seeks help in search for teenage daughter who went missing in Mesa last year
Should we be panicking about teacher shortages?
Dave Ramsey shares advice for navigating economic struggles
Meghan McCain doesn't think Pete Hegseth will last an entire year as secretary of defense
Did Gov. Hobbs make a good decision signing a bill that will help Axon develop in Scottsdale?
Money may be the only solution as Arizona’s teacher shortage continues
Despite setback in effort to stop Axon development in Scottsdale, opposition says fight isn't over
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Arizona News
North Rim of Grand Canyon opens May 15 for 2025 season
The North Rim of Grand Canyon National Park will open for the 2025 season on May 15.
Jury begins deliberating in Lori Vallow Daybell's trial on charge she conspired to kill her husband
Closing arguments began Monday afternoon at the Arizona trial for Lori Vallow Daybell after she rested her case in the morning.
Teen dead, 2 others hospitalized in multi-vehicle collision in southwest Phoenix
A multi-vehicle collision in southwest Phoenix over the weekend left a teenager dead and two people hospitalized, the city's fire department said.
Another dual endorsement: Donald Trump says Andy Biggs has his support in gubernatorial run
The Andy Biggs governor campaign got a massive boost Monday with a Donald Trump endorsement. The president also endorsed his competition.
Fogo de Chão to join Dick's House of Sport, Whole Foods at East Valley shopping center
Fogo de Chão, a popular Brazilian steakhouse chain, has leased space in Gilbert to open its second location in the Valley.
$1.6M winning Triple Twist lottery ticket sold in Scottsdale over Easter weekend
One lucky Scottsdale shopper won a massive jackpot after buying a Triple Twist winning ticket on Friday, according to the Arizona Lottery.
ArizonaSports.com
Report: ASU football, top 2026 commit Israel Briggs part ways as he takes other official visits
ASU football has parted ways with its top 2026 commit, Israel Briggs, as he will take a tour of official visits to other power conference programs.
Diamondbacks call up OF Jorge Barrosa after sending out Jake McCarthy
The Diamondbacks recalled 24-year-old outfielder Jorge Barrosa from Triple-A Reno on Tuesday after sending down outfielder Jake McCarthy.
Reevaluating Cardinals’ biggest needs this NFL Draft
Months ago, most everyone was talking about the Cardinals' big needs at interior defensive line and pass rusher. Now, that thinking has shifted.
Picking 16th overall in NFL Draft nothing new for Cardinals
The Arizona Cardinals have plenty of history when it comes to picking at No. 16. A look back at the faces that have come aboard with the pick.
Diamondbacks prospect Jordan Lawlar is crushing the ball in Triple-A
Jordan Lawlar, the top-ranked prospect in the Diamondbacks' farm system, is among the hottest hitters in Minor League Baseball for Triple-A Reno.
Diamondbacks option Jake McCarthy to Triple-A Reno as slow start persists
The Arizona Diamondbacks optioned struggling outfielder Jake McCarthy to Triple-A Reno on Monday, according to the team's transactions list.
Border and Immigration
Arizona Senate president 'surprised' after governor vetoes immigration enforcement bill
Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen reacted Monday after Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed the Republican-backed Arizona ICE Act last week.
Arizona immigration attorney reacts to receiving deportation notice from US government
An Arizona immigration attorney who is a U.S. citizen isn’t sure why she received notice from the federal government that she needs to self-deport.
Arizona Rep. Yassamin Ansari says she wants to visit man deported to El Salvador prison
Democratic U.S. Rep. Yassamin Ansari on Wednesday announced her desire to visit Kilmar Abrego Garcia in an El Salvador prison.
Army could control strip of US-Mexico border as base where migrants could be detained
The Trump administration wants a long sliver of federal land along the U.S.-Mexico border to be controlled by the U.S. Army as part of a base.
Arizona woman accused of trying to smuggle 8,000 rounds of ammunition into Mexico
A Tucson woman was indicted last week for attempting to smuggle roughly 8,000 rounds of ammunition across the Arizona-Mexico border.
Gov. Hobbs says federal funding to support border security in Arizona has been delayed
Several border security programs in Arizona are experiencing funding delays after a federal judge decided to withhold $69 million pending review.
Arizona Health
Arizona Gov. Hobbs announces bill moratorium over disability services funding dispute with GOP
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said she won’t sign any new bills until the GOP-controlled Legislature passes an acceptable bipartisan bill to fund services for people with disabilities.
Taiwan-based JelloX Biotech to open US research base in Phoenix
JelloX Biotech. Inc, a Taiwan-based cancer pathology startup, will establish a U.S. research base in Phoenix, according to a Monday announcement.
Is Arizona’s lack of measles cases a fluke, given its low vaccination rate?
Is the lack of Arizona measles cases a fluke due to the state's lack of vaccinations? A closer look at the why behind the numbers.
Arizona Votes
Another dual endorsement: Donald Trump says Andy Biggs has his support in gubernatorial run
The Andy Biggs governor campaign got a massive boost Monday with a Donald Trump endorsement. The president also endorsed his competition.
VAI Resort ballot measures going before Glendale voters in special election
Voters in two West Valley cities will soon receive mail ballots for upcoming special elections, including one regarding the massive VAI Resort project.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes joins 3 more lawsuits against Trump administration
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing President Trump over a March 25 executive order. Here's why she filed the executive order lawsuit.
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Arizona Education
Paradise Valley school district approves pay increase, renews performance-based plan
The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board approved a pay boost for staff and the renewal of a performance-based pay plan for teachers at Thursday's meeting.
Arizona lawmaker discusses legislation that requires sexual abuse reporting
Arizona state Sen. Carine Werner sponsored a successful bill that requires teachers and other caretakers to report cases of sexual abuse.
Despite TSMC influx, Anthem school phasing out Mandarin immersion program
The Mandarin immersion program at Gavilan Peak School in Anthem is being phased out due to low enrollment, a recurring issue in recent years.
Arizona Business
Fogo de Chão to join Dick's House of Sport, Whole Foods at East Valley shopping center
Fogo de Chão, a popular Brazilian steakhouse chain, has leased space in Gilbert to open its second location in the Valley.
'Chopped' finalist to open new restaurant in 'underrepresented' part of Scottsdale
Heritage Kitchen + Cocktails is opening this summer at the corner of near Bell Road and Thompson Peak Parkway in Scottsdale.
New Gorjana store in Scottsdale will be jewelry brand's 100th
Gorjana, a jewelry company based in Laguna Beach, California, is opening its 100th store at Scottsdale Fashion Square on Friday.
Arizona Technology
Aligned Data Centers breaks ground on West Valley campus
Aligned Data Centers broke ground on a new Glendale data center called PHX-13 on Tuesday. Company officials plan to build three more facilities.
Taiwan-based JelloX Biotech to open US research base in Phoenix
JelloX Biotech. Inc, a Taiwan-based cancer pathology startup, will establish a U.S. research base in Phoenix, according to a Monday announcement.
Arizona regulators look to protect residential ratepayers from high-energy data centers
The Arizona Corporation Commission has opened a docket to study the impact high-energy-use data centers have on utility rates.
United States
What families told the Texas Walmart gunman who killed their loved ones in a racist attack
A daughter recalled the life lessons taught by her father. A woman said she was forever changed by her injuries. A father spoke of celebrating his son’s birthday in a cemetery. One by one, in an El Paso courthouse not far from where a gunman killed 23 people at a Walmart in a 2019 attack […]
Minnesota attorney general files preemptive lawsuit against Trump on transgender sports ban
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Democratic Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a preemptive lawsuit Tuesday against Republican President Donald Trump seeking to block his administration from acting against Minnesota in the way it’s taking on Maine under a federal push to ban transgender athletes from girls and women’s sports. “Minnesota brings this lawsuit to […]
U.S. Rep. Barr enters competitive race to succeed Sen. McConnell in Kentucky
Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Barr launched a high-stakes Senate campaign Tuesday, opting to give up his seemingly secure House seat next year and enter the competitive contest to succeed longtime Sen. Mitch McConnell. Barr touted his congressional experience and support for President Donald Trump’s policies in announcing his candidacy in Richmond, in his district. “I […]
UN to review the impact of its agency helping Palestinian refugees in Gaza and elsewhere
UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The United Nations chief appointed a British human rights activist on Tuesday to carry out a strategic review of the U.N. agency helping Palestinian refugees to assess its impact under the”present political, financial, security and other constraints.” Israel has banned the agency, known as UNRWA, from operating on its territory, but […]
Federal judge blocks Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge agreed Tuesday to block the Trump administration from dismantling Voice of America, the 83-year-old international news service created by Congress. U.S. District Judge Royce Lamberth ruled that the administration illegally required Voice of America to cease operations for the first time since its World War II-era inception. Attorneys for […]
Three more prosecutors resign in aftermath of dismissal of case against NYC mayor
NEW YORK (AP) — Three more federal prosecutors who had been involved in the now-dismissed corruption case against New York City Mayor Eric Adams resigned on Tuesday, saying they felt pressured into admitting wrongdoing or regret as a condition for being reinstated to their jobs. “We will not confess wrongdoing when there was none,” Celia […]
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