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People with the group No Labels hold signs during a rally on Capitol Hill in Washington, July 18, 2011. The No Labels Party is still trying to convince the state Court of Appeals it is legally entitled to change its name to the Arizona Independent Party.

Arizona No Labels Party trying to convince courts to allow name change

PHOENIX — The race is over. And all their candidates lost. But that isn’t keeping the No Labels Party from trying to convince the state Court of Appeals it is legally entitled to change …
Christian Recovery Network AZ co-founder Tim Hayden speaks at the organization’s launch on Oct. 7 Topgolf Scottsdale.

Christian Recovery Network AZ launches to offer faith-based recovery resources

PHOENIX — Christian Recovery Network AZ has launched to connect Christian leaders, counselors, trusted recovery providers, individuals and families with addiction and mental health resources across …
Tucson Democrat Priya Sundareshan chats with reporters Friday after being selected by the newly empowered Senate Democrats to preside over the chamber for the next two years.

Tucson Democrat takes helm of Arizona Senate

PHOENIX — It’s taken three decades. But someone from Tucson is once again going to head the Arizona State Senate. And president-elect Priya Sundareshan also is the first Democrat in any …
“It Goes Too Far,” the official campaign opposing Arizona’s abortion ballot measure, holds a press conference at the state Capitol on Oct. 30, 2024, in Phoenix. When Democrats take control of the state House and Senate, the Legislature is expected to abandon its legal defense of abortion restrictions still on the books.

Arizona Democrats won't defend abortion laws once in control of state Legislature

PHOENIX — When Democrats take control of the state House and Senate, the Legislature is expected to abandon its legal defense of abortion restrictions still on the books. Voters enshrined a …
Kelsey Spencer and Bella will be on hand for the Silver Lining Riding Fall Festival in Peoria on Friday, Nov. 13.

Peoria fall festival celebrates healing power of horses

A little boy with Down syndrome had never spoken a word. But one day, after riding a horse, he climbed down, looked at the people around him and said his name for the first time.
U.S. Egg is asking customers to donate pajamas for children from preschool through their teenage years along with new toys, diapers and hygiene products for children in the foster care system.
NEIGHBORS

Annual toy and pajama drive at Scottsdale U.S. Egg locations

U.S. Egg is partnering with the Foster Alliance for an annual toy and pajama drive through Nov. 30. U.S. Egg customers throughout the Valley are encouraged to bring pajamas for children from …
BIG BANKROLL

Lottery tickets worth $150K sold in Phoenix, Surprise

A Big Bankroll Fast Play ticket worth $100,000 was purchased Nov. 6 at A & S Market, 4829 N. 15 th Ave. in Phoenix, Arizona Lottery officials said Monday. The Circle K at 16247 W. Bell Road …
Wisconsin Democratic gubernatorial candidate David Crowley speaks at an election night event Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)

Democrats have gained control in more states. That could change the way the US elects its president

WASHINGTON (AP) — The midterm elections already upended national politics. Due to the number of state governments that have flipped to Democratic control, they also could change the way the U.S. …
Public Safety

Queen Creek police make arrest in indecent exposure incident

The Queen Creek Police Department recently announced the arrest of a suspect on charges of indecent exposure at a local store. On Oct. 26, the unnamed suspect was arrested on multiple charges …
Scottsdale’s portion of Colorado River water to be reduced by 17% under a plan being considered by water officials, but city leaders have noted in the past that is not enough to affect the amount of water Scottsdale currently uses.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Arizona, Scottsdale to lose Colorado River water

Colorado River water cuts are coming to Arizona ... and Scottsdale, but city leaders say it won’t hurt the city’s current consumption levels. Under the current agreement, Arizona is allotted …
FILE - A patient walks down a hallway at the Fayetteville Veterans Affairs Medical Center in Fayetteville, N.C., March 11, 2015. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

As Veterans Affairs expands automation, it commits more errors on veterans’ claims

When Randy Leger Diaz left the Marines, he said, his whole body was in pain. Following rigorous physical training in the mornings, Leger had spent his days in uniform working in a warehouse in …
Arizona Public Service has made a $350,000 donation to support communities around Arizona impacted by severe storms that brought heavy rainfall and widespread flooding the company announced in a news release on Monday.
DONATION

APS makes donation to northern Arizona communities impacted by recent flooding

Arizona Public Service has made a $350,000 donation to support communities around Arizona impacted by severe storms that brought heavy rainfall and widespread flooding the company announced in a news release on Monday.
An unidentified 79-year-old man was killed in a vehicle accident on Nov. 4 in east Phoenix according to a Phoenix Police Department news release on Monday.
ACCIDENT

Unidentified man killed in collision in east Phoenix

An unidentified 79-year-old man was killed in a vehicle accident on Nov. 4 in east Phoenix according to a Phoenix Police Department news release on Monday.

Republican Eli Crane wins reelection to U.S. House in Arizona's 2nd Congressional District

Republican Eli Crane wins reelection to U.S. House in Arizona's 2nd Congressional District.
Kyle Clayton is the Democrat candidate for the state senate in Legislative District 27.
ELECTION 2026

Clayton, Howard defeat incumbents in LD27

 Democrats Kyle Clayton (Senate) and Deborah Howard (House) have won their respective races against incumbents in Arizona's 27th Legislative District.
Raquel “Rockee” Armstrong and Jacob Weinberg each maintained leads all week of more than 5,000 votes over the two Republicans, Kevin Hartke and Janet Weninger, in the race for the two House seats in Arizona’s 13th Legislative District.
elections 2026

Two East Valley Democrats win House LD13 seats

Even though results are unofficial until certified, two Democratic candidates were already celebrating late last week, with results of the Nov. 3 elections showing they appear to be part of their …
FILE - Tyler Robinson, who is accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk, sits beside defense attorney Kathryn Nester during a hearing in 4th District Court in Provo, Utah, on Jan. 16, 2026. (Bethany Baker/The Salt Lake Tribune via AP, File)

A Utah judge is expected to set a trial date in Charlie Kirk's killing

PROVO, Utah (AP) — A Utah judge is expected on Monday to set the trial date for the man accused of assassinating conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Attorneys for defendant Tyler Robinson, 23, …
FILE - U.S. Department of Homeland Security sign, is seen during a news conference at ICE Headquarters, Oct. 9, 2026, in Washington. (AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin, File)

Deportation flight of Iranians from US scuttled at last minute, attorney says

LOS ANGELES (AP) — A U.S. deportation flight of Iranian nationals bound for Iran by way of Pakistan was abruptly canceled Sunday morning, according to an attorney who spoke to some of the detainees …
Judge Rebecca Rios marries Tyson Joseph and Alysse Madreno at the Maricopa County Justice Court on Oct. 29, 2026.
community

Tales from the courtroom: A three-day glimpse into the courthouse wedding experience

PHOENIX – As thousands of Valley residents clock out for the day and the Phoenix sun paints the roads ahead, couples begin to arrive at the Downtown Justice Center preparing to take one of the …
A child unveils the new ceremonial street sign for Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Phoenix.
Commemoration

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral honored with ceremonial street sign

The city of Phoenix honored the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral with a ceremonial street sign on Friday. This year the church celebrated 100 years as a chartered church in Phoenix and 65 …
Crews from several fire department assisted Saturday in battling a Fountain Hills house fire.
FIRST ALARM

Crews fight weekend fire at ‘large’ Fountain Hills home

Fountain Hills firefighters were at the scene of a fire for most of Saturday at a “large residence” surrounded by steep terrain in the Eagles Nest subdivision, authorities said. Crews were …
The public is invited to learn about Arabian horses at Los Cedros USA Dec. 12.
ENTERTAINMENT

Public invited to learn about Arabian horses

The public is invited to the free Mane Street Mornings event 8 - 9 a.m. Dec. 12 at Los Cedros USA, 8700 E. Black Mountain Road, in Scottsdale. Attendees will enjoy complimentary coffee and …
Sargon Khananisho.
NEIGHBORS

Scottsdale resident Q&A: Sargon Khananisho

In an effort to create a stronger sense of community, the Daily Independent is asking residents to share a little about themselves with some standard questions. Here are Sargon Khananisho’s …
This aerial photo provided by Sky Yazzie shows Upper Lake Mary in Flagstaff, Ariz., on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. (Sky Yazzie via AP)

Floods bring rare relief to US Southwest reservoirs as Lake Powell rises 20 feet

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 …
This photo provided by the Crystalyne Curley for Navajo Nation President campaign shows Crystalyne Curley, candidate for Navajo Nation President, campaigning at the Navajo Nation Fair Parade in Window Rock, Ariz., Sept. 12, 2026 (Erinn Benally/Crystalyne Curley for Navajo Nation President via AP)

Native American women made history in tribal, state and federal elections

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 …
Arizona Water

Arizona files to join Nevada's lawsuit against federal government over Colorado River water rights

A view of the Hoover Dam at Lake Mead, along the Colorado River.

The Arizona Department of Water Resources on Friday announced it is filing a motion to intervene in Nevada's lawsuit against the federal government over rights to the Colorado River. The Lower …

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Getting more spam calls lately? You’re not alone. Spam calls remain a frustration for Arizona residents, and new federal data show complaints are climbing again after several years of decline. …
Arizona ranks near the bottom nationally in per-student education spending, while just over half of school districts’ operating budgets go directly toward classroom instruction.
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Valley business

Vestar acquires north Phoenix development site

A rendering of future development of Black Mountain Village, a development in north Phoenix near Black Mountain Parkway and Deer Valley Road.

Vestar, a nationally recognized leader in the acquisition, development, and operation of high-quality retail, entertainment, and mixed-use destinations, has acquired a 20-acre parcel of land in north Phoenix, the group announced Thursday in a news release.

East Valley city council OKs plan for long-vacant corner

This diagram shows where landscaping would be planted around most of the planned smaller buildings in the Sun Village Fair shopping center at Alma School and Warner roads. A development plan that allows additional retail-pad buildings in the redeveloped shopping center was approved by the Chandler City Council at its Oct. 15 meeting.

When a hearing was held in September on a complicated commercial redevelopment proposal, one Chandler Planning and Zoning commissioner asked what happened to including housing in a mixed-use plan. …

Neighbors

Nick Mansour wins Treasurer race, Norton concedes

Residents wait in line to vote at a polling station in Sun City

Nick Mansour will be the Arizona's next treasurer after Elijah Norton conceded on social media. As of 4:30  p.m. on Friday, Nov. 6, Mansour has 1,277,340 votes and a 53.57% vote share. Norton is …

Scottsdale churches combining

Peace in the Desert Church is officially combining the North Scottsdale United Methodist Church and Ascension Lutheran Church during its 10 a.m. service Nov. 15.

The public is welcome to attend Peace in the Desert Church’s chartering during Sunday worship service 10 a.m. No. 15 at 11735 N. Scottsdale Road, in Scottsdale. The ceremony will formally …

Things to do

Phoenix Symphony to resume concerts after financial crisis

The Phoenix Symphony, pictured here with conductor Paolo Bortolameolli, will return to its performances starting Nov. 12 with “Brahms’ Serenade No. 1” at Musical Instrument Museum.

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.

Phoenix Children’s Chorus announces December holiday concerts

Phoenix Children’s Chorus will present four holiday concerts across the Valley Dec. 5-13, featuring seasonal music performed by its youth choirs and guest instrumentalists. All performances begin at 3 p.m.

Obituaries & Memorials: Remembering your loved ones
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Luciano Buzzin

Luciano Buzzin, architect and former AJ Counselman, passed away 10/28/26. Services will be held at St George, date tbd.

Janet Louise (Pfander) Barker

Janet Barker, age 91, passed on October 11, 2026, in Mesa, Arizona. Memorial service in Thornton, CO. on November 21st.
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Mimi Michelle Ohms

Mimi Michelle Ohms passed away on May 4, 2026, following a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. She was born September 15, 1949, in Palo Alto, California. She attended Woodside High School and …
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Phillip Felker

Phillip Felker, 87, a beloved husband, father, and grandfather, peacefully transitioned from this life to the next October 2025 after bravely facing a lengthy illness. Born in Logansport, Indiana, …
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Barry Stephen Kirschner

Our lives are quieter now, but richer for having known Barry Kirschner, who died in his sleep at the age of 71, on August 19th, 2026. He was born March 19th, 1955 at Turner AFB in Albany, Georgia. …
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