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UPDATE: Greer Fire continues to grow in eastern Arizona with winds expected to pick up
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Country singing competition returns to Desert Ridge Marketplace in Phoenix
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New-to-market Texas steakhouse is 1st announced tenant at Gilbert project
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Generating and understanding Windows laptop battery report
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Home Depot could replace furniture store at Christown Spectrum in Phoenix
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Flagstaff fire reckless burning suspect taken into custody
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Gov. Hobbs declares state of emergency over Greer Fire in eastern Arizona
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Arizona Border and Immigration News
Man sentenced to more than 7 years in prison for drug conspiracy
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Arizona News
Man accused of attempting to smuggle over 6,000 rounds of ammunition across border
A man was charged with a criminal complaint on Wednesday after he reportedly attempted to smuggle ammunition into Mexico.
3 people transported following multi-vehicle crash in West Phoenix
Three people were transported to the hospital following a multi-vehicle collision in Phoenix on Friday.
Valley man arrested for allegedly killing wife in domestic violence homicide
A West Valley man was arrested on Wednesday on suspicion of killing his wife in a domestic violence homicide.
Paraglider found dead at scene of wildland fire in northern Arizona
Authorities opened an investigation after a paraglider was found dead at the scene of a wildland fire in northern Arizona.
Deck Park Tunnel maintenance to impede downtown Phoenix traffic
Downtown Phoenix traffic might have to detour this weekend due to Deck Park Tunnel maintenance.
Suspect arrested for allegedly killing girlfriend in Phoenix after 11-month investigation
A suspect was arrested Tuesday for allegedly killing his girlfriend in Phoenix after an 11-month investigation into the case.
ArizonaSports.com
PGA Championship gets storms and a late start
The PGA Championship had another weather interruption Saturday morning, leading to tee times being delayed by more than three hours and a split start off both tees at Quail Hollow.
Make-A-Wish grants 8-year-old’s wish to meet Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte
An 8-year-old suffering from a rare kidney disease had his dream come true with the help of the Arizona Diamondbacks and Make-A-Wish Arizona.
Corbin Burnes strikes out 10 as Diamondbacks shut out Rockies
Diamondbacks ace Corbin Burnes struck out 10 batters for the first time this year in Friday's shutout win over the lowly Colorado Rockies.
NBA Draft Combine winners to watch on Suns’ 1st-round bubble
The NBA Combine headlined a big back-half of May for the NBA Draft, specifically for teams like the Phoenix Suns.
Diamondbacks notebook: Ryne Nelson primed to rejoin rotation with Rodriguez on IL
The Diamondbacks have Ryne Nelson in place to step in for Eduardo Rodriguez, plus injury updates on Justin Martinez and Adrian Del Castillo.
Diamondbacks call up pitching prospect Christian Montes De Oca
The Arizona Diamondbacks called up right-handed pitching prospect Christian Montes De Oca from Triple-A Reno on Friday.
Border and Immigration
Budget carrier Avelo Airlines begins deportation flights for ICE from Mesa Gateway Airport
Avelo Airlines began federal deportation flights Monday out of Mesa Gateway Airport, prompting an online boycott petition and sharp criticism.
Sen. Ruben Gallego unveils framework of plan for immigration reform and border security
Sen. Ruben Gallego, an Arizona Democrat, unveiled the framework of an immigration reform and border security plan on Monday.
Mexican man sentenced to 10 years for drug distribution scheme, unlawful reentry
A 37-year-old Mexican man was sentenced to 10 years in prison on Tuesday for his connection to a drug distribution scheme and his own reentry into the U.S. after he had been removed in 2019.
West Valley man sentenced to 4 years in prison for role in fatal immigrant smuggling scheme
An Arizona man accused of taking part in a deadly smuggling scheme involving two noncitizens in March 2024 has been sentenced to prison.
Border Patrol agent found guilty of conspiracy to commit wire fraud
A Border Patrol agent was found guilty of conspiracy to commit honest services wire fraud on April 25, the U.S. Attorney's Office of District of Arizona said.
Arizona grand jury indicts Mexican man on firearm, immigration charges
A grand jury in Tucson formally accused a deported Mexican man of multiple immigration and firearms-related crimes last Wednesday.
Arizona Health
Hobbs says GOP’s Medicaid cuts could kill people, cut off thousands of Arizonans from health care
A massive number of Arizonans could lose their health care if the GOP's Medicaid cuts become law, according to Gov. Katie Hobbs.
Sonora Quest Laboratories launches HPV self-collection test in Arizona
Self-screenings for HPV are now being offered at Sonora Quest Laboratories in Arizona, the medical company announced on Tuesday.
Gov. Katie Hobbs signs bill to fund disability services into law, lifting moratorium
The logjam at the Arizona Capitol cleared after Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a bill to fund disability services after it was sent to her desk on Thursday.
Arizona Votes
Petition circulator accused of submitting fake signatures for Arizona abortion measure
A man who circulated petitions for the Arizona abortion rights measure last year has been accused of submitting fake signatures.
Karrin Taylor Robson reacts to Donald Trump's split Arizona governor endorsement
Karrin Taylor Robson said Thursday it’s an honor be one of the two Republican candidates President Donald Trump is endorsing for Arizona governor.
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes makes it official: He's seeking reelection
Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes announced Thursday what has been expected for weeks: He is seeking reelection in 2026.
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Arizona Education
77-year-old Vietnam veteran earns master’s degree from ASU
While many people his age are settled into retirement, a 77-year-old Vietnam veteran is about to graduate from Arizona State University with a master’s degree.
Isaac School District closing 2 Phoenix campuses after board vote overruled
The Isaac School District voted not to close down two Phoenix elementary schools; however, the state-appointed receiver overrode that decision.
Why do Arizona districts reapprove budgets after the school year is complete?
Many districts across Arizona are working to approve their budgets for the current school year for a second time.
Arizona Business
Buc-ee's breaks ground on massive 74,000-square-foot travel center in Goodyear
Developers started work Wednesday on Arizona’s first Buc-ee's, a highly anticipated mega gas station and travel center in Goodyear.
Chandler's crayon-themed Crayola Experience closing for good next month
The crayon-themed Crayola Experience in Chandler is closing for good next month after providing six years of family-friendly entertainment.
Scottsdale, Tempe ranked in top 20 on list of best places to start a career
Scottsdale and Tempe earned themselves spots in the top 20 best places in the United States to start a career in 2025.
Arizona Technology
Quantum Computing Inc. opens manufacturing facility in Tempe
Quantum Computing Inc., a photonics and quantum optics technology company, opened a manufacturing facility in Tempe this week.
Phoenix elementary school students learn skills local tech companies want in future workers
GenTech, a technology support company, is partnering with the Balsz School District in Phoenix to offer AI lessons for elementary students.
Killed road rage victim appears at Arizona trial via AI-generated video
The family of a Chandler man killed in a road rage incident used an AI-generated victim impact statement in court.
United States
Last-place Orioles fire manager Brandon Hyde after falling 13 games under .500
BALTIMORE (AP) — The Baltimore Orioles fired manager Brandon Hyde on Saturday after a dismal start to the season by a team coming off two consecutive playoff appearances. The Orioles are 15-28 and in last place in the AL East following a loss to Washington on Friday night. Hyde guided the team through an extensive […]
Trump warns Walmart: Don't raise prices due to my tariffs but do eat the costs from those taxes
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Saturday ripped into Walmart, saying on social media that the retail giant should eat the additional costs created by his tariffs. As Trump has jacked up import taxes, he has tried to assure a skeptical public that foreign producers would pay for those taxes and that retailers and […]
Talks aimed at ending New Jersey Transit rail strike to resume Saturday, railroad CEO says
NEWARK, N.J. (AP) — Talks aimed at settling a strike between train engineers and New Jersey’s huge commuter railroad will pick up on Saturday and continue Sunday, New Jersey Transit CEO Kris Kolluri said. The locomotive engineers’ strike began Friday at the rail system with 350,000 daily riders and left commuters either working from home […]
New standards for Oklahoma high school students promote misinformation about the 2020 election
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma high school students studying U.S. history learn about the Industrial Revolution, women’s suffrage and America’s expanding role in international affairs. Beginning next school year, they will add conspiracy theories about the 2020 presidential election. Oklahoma’s new social studies standards for K-12 public school students, already infused with references to the […]
Finally back in Eastern Conference finals, Knicks face Pacers team that eliminated them last year
NEW YORK (AP) — The New York Knicks nearly ended their lengthy Eastern Conference finals drought last year, only to lose on their home floor to the Indiana Pacers in Game 7 of the second round. With two new starters and much better health, the Knicks finally made it this season for the first time […]
Idaho police release the names of 6 killed in Yellowstone crash
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho police on Friday released the names of six people from China, Italy and California killed when a pickup truck collided with their tour van in a fiery crash near Yellowstone National Park earlier this month. Idaho State Police said Jianping Li, 71, of Guangxi, China, and Xiaoming Jiang, 66, of […]
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