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State Legislature fiscal policy, bills that affect Town of Paradise Valley

Paradise Valley Town Council welcomed back legislative lobbyist Doug Cole to its meeting March 28 to give an update on the Arizona State Legislature, ballot measures, and bills relevant to the town …

Judge questions Border Patrol stand that it's not required to care for children at migrant camps

A federal judge sharply questions the Biden administration’s position that it bears no responsibility for housing and feeding migrant children who are waiting for agents in makeshift camps. A …
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NBA All-Star Aftermath: Breaking Down the Brilliance of the 2024 Showcase

The 2024  NBA All-Star Weekend, held with great anticipation and fanfare, showcased the remarkable talents and competitiveness of the league's top players, culminating in an event filled with …
Valley & State
MAY 20 SENTENCING

Man, 64, convicted of murdering girlfriend in Phoenix

Cecil Noyola is scheduled to be sentenced in May after being convicted in the 2021 murder in Phoenix. “This defendant shot his girlfriend, left her to die and then did everything possible …
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City addresses Amkor concerns from north Peoria residents

The new Tempe-based Amkor Technologies facility on 55 acres in the commercial core of master-planned Vistancia has raised many questions from residents living in the area.
Foodie watch

Taco chain adds West Chandler location

Taco Spot AZ has added a second Chandler location. An eatery at 885 N. 54th Street in West Chandler opened officially March 26. A main selling point of the food is that much of it is made …
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Surprise crime took dip in 2023

Crime statistics the Surprise Police Department reported to the National Incident Based Reporting System show crime overall went down in 2023 over the previous the year.
ADOT

Weekend weather may alter Valley freeway work plans

A storm is expected to move into the Valley over Easter weekend, and it could affect projects planned for Interstate 10, state transportation officials said. Here is what’s on tap for the …
EDUCATION

Chandler schools to consider revising eight policies

​While complete resolution is what happened after in a lengthy discussion at Chandler Unified School District’s March 27 Governing Board meeting, a start and a general plan emerged. …
Dining

Famous California doughnut shop opening in Phoenix

Iconic California eatery Randy’s Donuts is opening its first location in Phoenix next month. The Inglewood-based Randy’s is has brought in local entrepreneur Brian Padilla, who plans …
TRANSPORTATION

I-10 pavement work restricts weekend Phoenix-area travel

Eastbound Interstate 10 will be closed between Loop 202 and Interstate 10 from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m. Monday for pavement improvement work, state transportation officials said Thursday. …
Guilty verdict

Phoenix man found guilty of murder

Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell has announced the guilty verdict of Cecil Noyola (06/1959) for the murder of his girlfriend, Jessica Kennedy, in January of 2021.  “This …

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Opinions with Civility
Question: What’s worse than government bureaucrats in Washington declaring the value of your medicine? Answer: Bureaucrats from Boston, London, Ottawa and Diemen establishing that value.
This is in response to Bill Windsor’s opinion piece found in the March 27, 2024 issue of the Independent.
The Great Climate Change Revolution is headed for failure. You can tell that because it is already in big trouble before the ultimate heavy lifting has even started.
I agree that there has to be some rules for pickleball courts in residential areas as the sounds coming from the games are very loud and intrusive.
Life-science researchers are thrilled about the advances made with “small-molecule” medicines.
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Arizona & National Sports Coverage
Local sports

Rangers bring 4-game win streak into matchup against the Coyotes

The New York Rangers are looking to keep their four-game win streak alive when they visit the Arizona Coyotes.

Predators visit the Avalanche after Zucker's 2-goal game

The Nashville Predators visit the Colorado Avalanche after Jason Zucker scored two goals in the Predators' 8-4 loss to the Arizona Coyotes.

Diamondbacks play the Rockies with 1-0 series lead

The Arizona Diamondbacks bring a 1-0 lead into the latest game of the series against the Colorado Rockies.
National sports
Victor Wembanyama had a career-high 40 points and added 20 rebounds and seven assists, and the San Antonio Spurs overcame Jalen Brunson’s career-high 61 points to beat the New York Knicks 130-126 …
Bam Adebayo had 21 points, 11 rebounds and nine assists and the Miami Heat had the largest margin of victory in team history, routing the Portland Trail Blazers 142-82 on Friday night. The Heat …
Hannah Green birdied the final six holes for a career-low 11-under 61 on Friday in the LPGA Tour Ford Championship, giving her a one-shot lead going into the weekend. Increased wind did little to …
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Valley business

Phoenix-area Black businesses face challenges with start-up capital

Jalissa Smith shows off a jacket at Sew Used, a secondhand clothing store in Tempe. Smith co-owns the shop with Justin Gonzalez. (Photo by Kayla Jackson/Cronkite News)

PHOENIX — There is a small but growing number of Black-owned businesses in Arizona. One of the challenges they face is getting the money to start. Brownstone Spa in Phoenix is owned by …

Chandler zoning board meeting OKs showroom, industrial building

A development plan to build a Floor & Décor showroom building and an industrial “flex” building at Germann and Cooper is one of the few items on the Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission approved at its March 20 meeting.

There weren’t many items on the agenda for the March 20 Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission regular meeting. That made for a usual short meeting — after a lengthy study session. …

Chandler shopping center sells for $12.5M

Sun Village Fair, a shopping center in north-central Chandler, has been sold to a group called Arizona Partners for $12.5 million, according to a news release. The Walmart in upper right and Wendy's and First Bank along Warner Road were not part of the transaction.

Sun Village Fair, a shopping center in north-central Chandler, has been sold to a group called Arizona Partners for $12.5 million, according to a news release. The 20.46-acre site sits at the …

Bartender comes out of retirement for North Scottsdale hot spot

Bartender Keifer Gilbert is coming out of retirement to set the menu at new Tell Your Friends bar.

At the top of his game in the craft cocktail industry, Keifer Gilbert stepped out of the hospitality scene three years ago and into full-time software development. It wasn’t until his …

Neighbors

Ring recognition: Phoenix renames street in honor of boxer Michael Carbajal

Phoenix native hall of fame boxer Michael Carbajal, in backwards black cap, poses with Phoenix City Councilmember Laura Pastor, center, and other supporters after Phoenix City Council unanimously renamed a street in Carbajal’s honor last week. (Courtesy Laura Pastor)

Francisco Montoya said she was there when Phoenix-native Michael Carbajal, a five-time world champion, was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in New York in 2006. “That …

Scottsdale Arts offers array of events in April

Scottsdale Arts offers an array of events designed to inspire laughter and celebration in April.

Scottsdale Arts will bring laughter, celebration and fun-filled enjoyment with many new exciting events this April. The April lineup starts with The ARTrageous Gala | Cosmic Crescendo on April …

Meet Kasumy – Creative soul ready for adoptive family

Kasumy

Fifteen-year-old Kasumy describes herself as quiet but says she’s open to new adventures and enjoys expressing herself creatively.

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the Merz Trio

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the Merz Trio March 23.

Desert Hills Presbyterian Church presents the next concert in its Arts at the Rocks performing arts series, as it welcomes the acclaimed Merz Trio to the stage on Saturday, March 23 at 4 p.m. …

Things to do

Hide and Peep scavenger hunt set for March 30

The Easter Bunny will hold his Hide and Peep Easter egg hunt in the Scottsdale Quarter from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30.

All are invited to Scottsdale Quarter’s Hide & Peep Scavenger Hunt, 15191 N Scottsdale Road, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. March 30. Search for colorful eggs hidden throughout The Quarter to …

Scottsdale readies for college basketball activations

The City of Scottsdale is bringing a series of basketball-themed activations to Old Town through April 7.

In support of college basketball taking over the valley, the City of Scottsdale is bringing a series of basketball-themed activations to Old Town. Old Town Scottsdale is set to feature oversized …

Chandler events plan to honor Cesar Chavez' legacy

From 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, acelebration will take place in the courtyard of Chandler City Hall, 175 S. Arizona Ave., with food and guest speakers. Speakers will include Andrés Chávez, grandson of César Chávez and executive director of the National Chávez Center.

If you missed out on any celebrations in Chandler this month about Cesar Chavez and his legacy, there's still time to attend one. Friday, from  9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., "The Untold Stories …

Event schedule for Final Four Fan Fest in Phoenix

State Farm Stadium in Glendale is decked out for the Final Four.

The Men's Final Four is bringing a weekend packed with events for residents and visitors of all ages.

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Obituaries & Memorials

Richard Steve Bogue

In the rose-colored hues of a setting sun over Arizona, a bright star dimmed as Dick Bogue, aged 82, took his final bow on the night of Sunday, March 24th. Born on September 21, 1941, in Council …

Mary Lou Burgess

In Loving Memory Mary Lou was born, April 9, 1939, in St. Louis, Missouri. She lived most of her life in California. She retired to Sun City West, Arizona in 1990, where she enjoyed many clubs and …

Celeste Dorothy Shovelski

Celeste passed away on February 27, 2024. Celeste was born on May 19, 1921. So, soon she would have celebrated her 103rd birthday. She was born in Baltimore, MD and lived in Severna Park, MD and …

Joseph Kurzweil

Joseph, age 97, of Sun City West, AZ, formerly of Addison, Il and Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on March 13, 2024. Born February 2, 1927, Joe is the son of the late Frank and Ella Kurzweil of …

Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns-Krueger

Remembering Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns Krueger (1928-2023) With great sadness, we announce the passing of Elizabeth (Betty) Kearns Krueger in Boulder, Colorado, on September 30th, 2023, at the age …
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Nation

Baltimore bridge collapse: Who will pay for the destroyed bridge, harmed businesses and lost lives?

The collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Maryland is a multi-layered tragedy: For the families and friends of those killed or presumed dead, it's a profound and personal loss. For businesses …

A big airline is relaxing its pet policy to let owners bring the companion and a rolling carry-on

American Airlines is easing a restriction in its pet policy. For years, people with a small pet could only bring one other thing into the cabin — a small personal item that fits under their seat. …

US probes complaints that Ford pickups can downshift without warning, increasing the risk of a crash

DETROIT (AP) — U.S. auto safety regulators are investigating complaints that more than 540,000 Ford pickup trucks can abruptly downshift to a lower gear and increase the risk of a crash. The …

Study says since 1979 climate change has made heat waves last longer, spike hotter, hurt more people

Climate change is making giant heat waves crawl slower across the globe and they are baking more people for a longer time with higher temperatures over larger areas, a new study finds. Since …

The Texas attorney general is investigating a key Boeing supplier and asking about diversity

DALLAS (AP) — The Texas attorney general has opened an investigation into a key Boeing supplier that is already facing scrutiny from federal regulators over quality of parts that it provides to the …
World

Russia launches barrage of 99 drones and missiles on Ukraine’s energy system, officials say

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Moscow launched a large-scale attack on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure Friday, with a mass barrage of 99 drones and missiles hitting regions across the country, Ukraine’s …

US-funded Radio Free Asia closes its Hong Kong bureau over safety concerns under new security law

HONG KONG (AP) — The president of U.S.-funded Radio Free Asia said its Hong Kong bureau has been closed because of safety concerns under a new national security law, deepening concerns about the …

The leader of Northern Ireland's largest unionist party steps down amid police probe

LONDON (AP) — The leader of Northern Ireland’s largest unionist party has stepped down from the top job after being charged with allegations of a historic nature, the party said in a statement on …

In Jerusalem, Palestinian Christians observe scaled-down Good Friday celebrations

Hundreds of Christians have joined the Good Friday procession in Jerusalem’s Old City, commemorating one of the faith’s most sacred days with noticeably thinner crowds amid the ongoing …

Biden says he's working to secure release of Wall Street Journal reporter held for a year in Russia

NEW YORK (AP) — On the one-year anniversary of the Russian detention of Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich, President Joe Biden said the U.S. is working every day to secure his release. …
Entertainment
FILE - Tori Spelling, left, and Dean McDermott attend Real Love: Relationship Reality TV's Past, Present and Future on Dec. 11, 2018, in Beverly Hills, Calif. Spelling filed for divorce Friday from her husband and former reality TV co-star McDermott. The former “Beverly Hills 90210” actor petitioned to end the marriage of nearly 18 years in Los Angeles Superior Court. She cited irreconcilable differences as the reason. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Tori Spelling files for divorce from Dean McDermott after 18 years of marriage

Tori Spelling has filed for divorce from her husband and former reality TV co-star Dean McDermott. The former “Beverly Hills 90210” actor petitioned to end the marriage of nearly 18 years on …
FILE - Louis Gossett Jr. attends a Legacy of Changing Lives Gala on March 13, 2018, in Los Angeles. Gossett Jr., the first Black man to win a supporting actor Oscar and an Emmy winner for his role in the seminal TV miniseries “Roots,” has died. He was 87. (Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Colman Domingo and Taylor Hackford are some paying tribute to Louis Gossett Jr. after death at 87

Famous fans and co-stars react to the death of Louis Gossett Jr., who died at 87. “He was open and generous. Kind beyond measure. Regal. We owe so much to him. What a monumental life he …
Laurie Anderson poses during a photo call for the movie "Heart of a Dog," in Milan, Italy on Sept. 11, 2016, left, and Doris Kearns Goodwin arrives at a HISTORYTalks event in Washington on Sept. 24, 2022. Anderson, Goodwin and the president of the Harlem School of the Arts, James C. Horton, are being honored by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. (AP Photo)

Doris Kearn Goodwin and Laurie Anderson to receive medals from American Academy of Arts and Letters

NEW YORK (AP) — Doris Kearns Goodwin, Laurie Anderson and the president of the Harlem School of the Arts, James C. Horton, are being honored by the American Academy of Arts and Letters. The …
This image released by Magnolia Pictures shows a scene from the documentary "Food, Inc. 2." (River Road/Participant/Magnolia Pictures via AP)

Makers of ‘Food, Inc’ sequel, launch impact campaign around pressing issues

The Oscar-nominated documentary “Food, Inc” helped change the way many consumers think about the systems behind the things we eat. But in the 16 years since it came out, new problems have arisen …
FILE - Visitors walk outside the British Museum in Bloomsbury, London, Friday, June 26, 2015. The British Museum is suing a former curator alleged to have stolen almost 2,000 artifacts from its collections and offered them for sale online. Peter Higgs was fired in July 2023 after more than 1,800 items were discovered to be missing. (AP Photo/Tim Ireland, File)

The British Museum names Nicholas Cullinan its new director as it tries to get over a rocky patch

LONDON (AP) — The British Museum on Thursday appointed National Portrait Gallery chief Nicholas Cullinan as its new director, as the 265-year-old institution grapples with the apparent theft of …