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8 marijuana products being recalled by Arizona dispensaries
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Department of Health Services officials announced Wednesday that dispensaries are voluntarily recalling eight marijuana products because of possible contamination. They … more
Navajo Nation reports 2 new COVID-19 cases and no deaths
WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. (AP) — The Navajo Nation on Wednesday reported two new cases of COVID-19, but no additional deaths. Tribal health officials said the sprawling reservation that stretches into … more
The right recipe for Old Town Scottsdale: Mayor, council seek development solutions
As more people, cars and buildings flock to Scottsdale Road, questions are being asked about the realities of the next era of Old Town. Mayor David Ortega says there are “several mapping … more
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New relief money is on its way to Peoria
Peoria has received a portion of its relief funds from the $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan Act, and now the city will begin allocation to those most in need. more
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Arizona GOP advances wish list on race, taxes, elections
PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Senate passed a $12.8 billion budget for the coming fiscal year early Wednesday that contains massive income tax cuts after a marathon session where majority Republicans … more
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Downtown Tempe Park After Dark event offers simple pleasures, laid-back fun
Spending a year closer to homemade it easier than ever to appreciate throwback entertainment like backyard games, the sweet pleasure of a frozen popsicle, or a refreshing icy cold brew. Even so, for … more
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Apache Junction Police Department’s Special Weapons and Tactics team held an active-shooter training exercise recently at Four Peaks Elementary School, 1785 N. Idaho Road, in Apache Junction.
Students help Apache Junction police SWAT in training exercise
The Apache Junction High School football team experienced something Wednesday morning it hopes never to experience again. Forty-five members of the Prospectors team took part in an active-shooter … more
Sky Harbor International Airport in Phoenix is set to receive $158 million in federal grants through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021.
Sky Harbor to get $158M from FAA Airport Rescue Grants
The Federal Aviation Administration is lending a helping hand to U.S. airports as they recover from the pandemic, including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.  more
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Fear of wildfires forces forest closures across Arizona
FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (AP) — When temperatures are sweltering in Arizona's desert areas, people head to the forests to camp, hike, fish and just cool off. But options for finding respite from the … more
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Ron Jones of Sub-Zero Group Inc., left, with Goodyear Mayor Georgia Lord, City Manager Julie Karins and Deputy City Manager Wynette Reed, was presented the GYR Elevates Leadership Award during the city’s Advanced Manufacturing Summit.
Goodyear launches GYR Elevates business assistance program
The city of Goodyear Economic Development team is building momentum around Goodyear’s recent designation from the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry as “the Best City for Business,” announcing GYR Elevates, a program that provides personalized assistance to local businesses. more
Illinois man dies during hike in Grand Canyon National Park
GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK, Ariz. (AP) — An Illinois man has died during a hike in Grand Canyon National Park, authorities said Wednesday. Park officials said 60-year-old William Smith of Oswego … more
In nursing services and medical professions classes, students will participate in HOSA Future Health Professionals and use specialized equipment — such as hospital beds, wheelchairs, stethoscopes, blood pressure cuffs, etc.
Eastmark, Queen Creek high schools to offer career, technical education programs
Career and technical education offerings such as bioscience, nursing services, network security and digital photography will be offered as satellite EVIT programming in 2021-22 at Eastmark and Queen … more
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The Arizona Senate has passed a version of the state budget, but it will be on hold until the House can vote on it Thursday.
Arizona Senate passes $12.8B budget with plenty of provisions
PHOENIX — State senators approved plans for a new budget and tax cut mainly designed to help the most wealthy early Wednesday morning after Gov. Doug Ducey agreed to some demands by Sen. Kelly … more
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A robbery was reported at a residence/home June 15 in the 5800 block of East Hopi Circle.
5 robberies, 17 burglaries reported June 9-15 in Mesa
The Mesa Police Department took reports of the following robberies and burglaries June 9-15: Burglary June 9 in the 800 block of West Southern Avenue. Burglary at a residence/home June 9 in the … more
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A sign points to a local polling station for the Arizona Democratic presidential preference election Tuesday, March 17, 2020, in Phoenix. The Arizona Senate is pushing part of the state budget to look into bias in social media during elections. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)
Arizona Senate pushes forward investigating social media in elections
PHOENIX — State senators voted Wednesday to spend $500,000 to investigate the practices of social media platforms and search engines to see if they are violating campaign finance laws. And … more
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Disorderly conduct — suspicious activity — was reported at 9:50 a.m. June 16 in the 5200 block of South Casa Prieto Drive.
Trespassing, other incidents reported in Gold Canyon
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took reports of trespassing and other incidents in Gold Canyon June 11-17: Disorderly conduct — noise disturbance, reported at 12:08 a.m. June 11 in … more
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A sexual offense — sexual abuse — was reported at 10:08 p.m. June 16 in the 1200 block of North Desert View Drive.
Burglary, thefts, sex offenses reported June 11-17 in Apache Junction
The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of a burglary, thefts and sex offenses June 11-17: Theft, reported at 9:47 a.m. June 14 in the 1600 block of North Delaware … more
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Rain cools Phoenix area overnight, more showers to come
PHOENIX (AP) — The Phoenix metro area got a reprieve from several days of intense heat with its first noticeable rainfall in two months. The National Weather Service reported scattered showers … more
Coronavirus cases up 286 in a week in Mesa
The Arizona Department of Health Services on June 16 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Mesa is 71,958 in ZIP codes 85201-85210, 85212, 85213 and 85215. It is an increase of 286 from a week … more
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Early potential candidates file interest in 2022 Glendale election
Two potential candidates have filed Statements of Interest to run in next year’s election cycle. more
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