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Border Patrol agent shoots Russian man in Arizona
LUKEVILLE, Ariz. (AP) — The U.S. Border Patrol says an agent shot and wounded a Russian man suspected of crossing the border illegally in Arizona. The agency said Friday that the man was flown … more
In this Dec. 15, 2016 file photo, roadway construction workers pave a section of the Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway in Phoenix. The Arizona Department of Transportation offers full and part-time apprenticeship training programs for those seeking a career in construction.
Training programs may reduce labor shortage, construction costs
As Valley workers struggle to find affordable housing, local and national agencies seek solutions to an ongoing labor shortage some experts believe is helping drive up apartment rental prices. The … more
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On Nov. 15, 2019, Arizona Rep. Aaron Lieberman details why he believes the state should repeal outright a law that took control of vacation rentals away from cities and towns. With him is Raquel Mamani who detailed problems that short-term rentals are having in her neighborhood.
Arizona legislators at odds over vacation rentals measure
PHOENIX — Calling the law a mistake, two House Democrats are leading the charge to repeal a 2016 measure that stripped cities and towns of their ability to regulate short-term and vacation … more
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Paul Petersen, center, an Arizona elected official accused of running a multi-state adoption scheme, leaves court following an initial appearance on charges filed in the state Friday, Nov. 15, 2019, in Salt Lake City. Prosecutors in three states say Petersen brought pregnant women from the Marshall Islands to the United States and paid them to give up their babies for adoption. He's pleaded not guilty. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)
Maricopa County official appears in Utah for court date
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) — An Arizona elected official charged with running an adoption-fraud scheme involving women from the Marshall Islands ran a legal practice and “made happy families,” his … more
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Charges dropped against teen amputee restrained by deputy
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Arizona prosecutors have dropped disorderly conduct charges against a 15-year-old quadruple amputee who was wrestled to the floor of a group home and restrained by a … more
In this Jan. 16, 1998, file photo, pygmy owls, similar to this one shown at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum in Tucson, Arizona, that make their nest inside cavities of Arizona's saguaro cactus have a new chance for federal protection. The Tucson-based Center for Biological Diversity said Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, an Aug. 5, 2021 deadline is set for the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to decide if the cactus ferruginous pygmy owl should be protected again as an endangered species.
Arizona’s tiny desert owl has new chance for protection
PHOENIX (AP) — Environmental groups say a tiny desert owl that makes its nest inside cavities of Arizona’s saguaro cactus has a new chance for federal protection. The Tucson-based said … more
KB Home Announces the Opening of Northern Ridge Estates, Its Latest New-Home Community in Glendale
KB Home Announces the Opening of Northern Ridge Estates, Its Latest New-Home Community in Glendale
GLENDALE, Ariz.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Nov 15, 2019-- KB Home (NYSE: KBH) today announced the grand opening of Northern Ridge Estates, a new residential community in Glendale. The new community is … more
El Mirage event discusses bullying, suicide prevention
The city of El Mirage invites the public to attend its El Mirage Cares Community Forum. The event is 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Dysart Elementary School, 12950 W. Varney Road in El Mirage. Officials … more
Doctor of incapacitated woman who gave birth cedes license
PHOENIX (AP) — The longtime doctor of an incapacitated woman who was raped and later gave birth at a Phoenix care facility is surrendering his medical license, according to state medical board … more
In this Sept. 10, 2019, file photo, Sen. Martha McSally, R-Ariz., speaks at a Senate Banking Committee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington.
Arizona Senate ad targets McSally health care vote
PHOENIX (AP) — A dark-money group opposing Republican Sen. Martha McSally began airing a new ad Thursday blasting her recent vote on a health care measure, the latest effort by Democrats and … more
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Snowplows will operate around the clock when winter storms hamper travel on highways in Arizona.
TowPlows, training help give ADOT an edge when snow hampers travel
Arizona Department of Transportation snowplows will operate around the clock when winter storms hamper travel on state highways. For Interstate 40 between Flagstaff and Williams, the highest … more
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Lesko staffers to meet with seniors in Sun City West
Staff members from the office of U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Lesko will be visiting Sun City West to meet with seniors on a variety of topics. Seniors are invited to visit Sun City West Assisted … more
Endangered Mount Graham red squirrel population sees 4% growth
Arizona’s embattled Mount Graham red squirrel population grew 4% in 2019, providing proof that the endangered squirrel continues its fight back two years after nearly being wiped out by a … more
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FILE - In this Jan. 4, 2018, file photo, cannabis consultant Juan Aguilar, left, assists customers Bill, right, and Nize Nylen and their son Russell shop for edible marijuana products in the Herban Legends pot shop in Seattle.
Plan would allow over 200 retailers to sell recreational marijuana in Arizona
PHOENIX — Arizonans who want to use marijuana recreationally would get a lot of places to buy it under a plan unveiled Wednesday that sponsors hope voters will approve. The legislation … more
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Traffic travels eastbound along Thunderbird Road on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018 near Loop 101 in Peoria.
Maricopa County officials seek public comments for transportation plan
Maricopa County officials are looking ahead to another five years of planning for roadway improvements. The Maricopa County Department of Transportation is doing so through the Transportation … more
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This undated photo provided by the Maricopa County Assessor's Office shows Assessor Paul Petersen.
Petersen gets Dec. 11 hearing to contest suspension
PHOENIX (AP) — The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has scheduled a Dec. 11 hearing for Assessor Paul Petersen to appeal his suspension amid human smuggling and other charges Lawyers for … more
FILE - In this Dec. 2013, file photo, U.S. Rep. Paul Gosar, R-Ariz., speaks during a Congressional field hearing on the Affordable Care Act in Apache Junction, Arizona. Gosar appears to be signaling support for a conspiracy theory that Jeffrey Epstein did not kill himself while awaiting trial on sex trafficking charges.
Arizona congressman’s tweets raise Epstein conspiracy theory
PHOENIX (AP) — Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar appears to be signaling support for a conspiracy theory that Jeffrey Epstein did not kill himself while awaiting trial on sex trafficking … more
The staff of Phoenix Shanti Group at their office. The nonprofit launched in 1987, during the height of the AIDS epidemic, but it will close its doors next year due in part to lack of funds.
Phoenix Shanti Group to close, but leaves legacy of AIDS/HIV treatment
PHOENIX — The Phoenix Shanti Group, a nonprofi t that has been serving HIV+ patients with a history of drug abuse or homelessness since 1987, will close next year. Lack of funding played … more
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This rendering depicts the Valley Metro streetcar currently under construction in Tempe. The three-mile, 14-stop neighborhood public transit project will connect to the existing light rail and is set to open in 2022.
Officials use alternative methods to keep projects on budget
New construction projects are popping up every day across the Valley as cities and other public agencies try to meet the needs of one of the nation’s fastest-growing metro areas. more
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Over 6,000 permit-tags remain for 2020 spring hunts in Arizona  
Arizona hunters who were unsuccessful in the recent 2020 spring draw still have an opportunity to receive a hunt permit-tag for javelina or turkey. The Arizona Game and Fish Department has posted … more
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