Record rainfall in the U.S. Southwest is providing rare relief to the region's depleted reservoirs. Storms in October and November sent torrents of water through normally dry creeks and into …
Native American women earned historic wins in Tuesday's elections. Crystalyne Curley made history as the first woman elected to the Navajo Nation presidency. Peggy Flanagan became the first Native …
ELECTIONS 2026
Even though one of its four charter amendments appears headed to a “no” vote, the Chandler City Council can say most of the six questions on the ballot this week passed.
In unofficial …
2 DEAD
Mesa police are investigating Friday’s deadly two-vehicle collision that involved a Mesa public schools bus, and authorities said Saturday speed may have been a factor in the crash.
The …
Things to do
PHOENIX — Arizona Science Center’s Dorrance DOME on Friday announced the return of two beloved "Star Wars" films on Friday, Nov. 27. The Dorrance DOME will show “The Empire Strikes Back” and …
Assistance
The One Big Beautiful Bill passed by Congress last year tightened requirements to participate in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP. The Associated Press reported that, according …
Election 2026
WASHINGTON – Local analysts say diminished public approval of President Donald Trump led to sweeping Democratic midterm election wins across the state of Arizona, where some Republican candidates …
Election 2026
PHOENIX — The newly selected Arizona House speaker promised Friday one of the first priorities of Democrats now that they are in control is to put more money into public education.
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COLLISION
Two adults died Friday afternoon after their vehicle collided with a school bus, Mesa police said.
The crash occurred about 4:30 p.m. Nov. 6 at East Southern Avenue and South 80 th Street.
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COMMUNITY NEWS
The Scottsdale City Council’s conservative bloc look to have taken the day during the Nov. 3 runoff for two seats opening on the council next year.
While numbers aren’t official until …
INVESTIGATION
A man has been arrested as the suspect in the Oct. 31 kidnapping and sexual assault of a woman in Tempe.
Mach Kim was taken into custody Nov. 5 on charges of aggravated assault, kidnapping, …
election 2026
It appears Peoria Unified School District governing board incumbents Melissa Ewing and Heather Rooks will retain their seats, according to unofficial results.
UPDATE
Less than three weeks after a financial crisis halted its season and left 66 musicians temporarily without pay, the Phoenix Symphony is preparing to perform again.
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After nearly a week-long search, Benny Sutton Jr., 63, was found dead in Yavapai County on the morning of Nov. 6, a result of the heavy rains that pummeled the state last weekend.
COMMUNITY NEWS
The Scottsdale City Council members are expected to get their first official look at the city’s economic development and tourism plans during their meeting scheduled for 5 p.m., Nov. 5, at City …
Food drive
Join the city of Phoenix in supporting families and individuals facing increased food insecurity as the cost of living continues to rise. Many households are struggling to keep nutritious food on the …
Things to do
The Holidaze craft faire is happening 9a.m. - 2p.m. Saturday Nov. 7 at Willowbrook UMC, 19390 N. 99th Ave. Those who attend can enjoy baked goods, handmade crafts, and gifts.
Public Safety
Phoenix Police K-9 Officer Moxie has spent the last five years detecting narcotics and human remains. Now, that she’s headed to retirement, she has other plans in the works.
“She enjoys a …
HOLIDAY GIVING
A trio of restaurant groups are doing holiday drives with incentives for their customers who donate to their causes.
Democrats have won control of both legislative chambers in Arizona and retained the governor’s office, giving the party its first trifecta in the state since 1966. This marks a significant …
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