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POETRY

Scottsdale resident publishes book of poetry

Scottsdale resident Andrew Neumann has a message he wants to share with the world. It’s simply to take a step back from life, allow yourself to breathe in the fleeting joy that’s in …

United Methodist delegates repeal their church’s ban on its clergy celebrating same-sex marriages

United Methodist delegates have repealed their church’s longstanding ban on the celebrations of same-sex marriages or unions by its clergy. The action marked the final major repeal of a …

Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers

Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment. Under the deal announced Friday, the insurer will …
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Black Phoenix officer killed in 1944 by White officer recognized 80 years later

A Black Phoenix Police officer who was shot and killed while on duty by a White Phoenix Police officer in 1944 is being officially recognized for the first time by the department 80 years later. …
Health care

Arizona ranks poorly for access to adult mental health care

PHOENIX — Mental Health America ranked Arizona 49th in the nation for adult mental health care. The national nonprofit determines rankings based on the prevalence of mental illness and the …
TRANSPORTATION

Plan for I-10, Loop 101 weekend closures in the East Valley

Westbound Interstate 10 in parts of Chandler and Tempe will be affected by construction work this weekend. State transportation officials announced the following projects from Friday night, May …
travel

Castle Hot Springs makes international best hotels list

"Travel + Leisure," a trusted source for travel guidance and inspiration around the globe, announced the 2024 winners of the annual T+L 500 Awards including Arizona’s 1,100-acre luxury desert oasis, Castle Hot Springs.

Chandler Police budget request is $101M

​The city of Chandler’s daylong April 26 budget briefing didn’t produce many new revelations about needs, expenses or planned purchases or projects. However, it did include some …
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Peoria Unified governing board approves new department heads

The Peoria Unified governing board approved two new directors last month at public meetings.
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Woman dies in Mesa PD officer-involved shooting

A woman died Thursday morning in Mesa following an officer-involved shooting. The shooting occurred about 10:30 a.m. May 2 near Sirrine and 14 th Place where officers responded to a 911 call …

Yellen says threats to democracy risk US economic growth, an indirect jab at Trump

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is arguing that a fractured democracy can have destructive effects on the economy. In an address prepared for delivery Friday in Arizona, Yellen never mentions …

Arizona governor's signing of abortion law repeal follows political fight by women lawmakers

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs' signing of the repeal of a Civil War-era ban on nearly all abortions was a stirring occasion for the women working to ensure the 19th century law remains in the past. …

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Many years ago, I was a detective with the Mesa Police Department working sex crimes cases. It was tough but important work, a daily test of our resolve to pursue justice for victims of violence and …
Arizona’s 2022 election for attorney general that saw Republican Abraham Hamadeh lose by just 280 votes should be redone because Maricopa County failed to test their ballot printers and thousands of voters were unable to cast a ballot, Hamadeh’s lawyer told a judge Wednesday. Attorney Ryan Heath urged Maricopa County Superior Court Judge Scott Blaney to allow what would be the fourth challenge Hamadeh has filed contesting his loss to Democrat Kris Mayes to proceed even though it came well past the quick deadlines on election challenges.
If former Donald Trump gets a second term in the White House, Joe Biden will have only himself to blame.
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The street can be a dangerous place, especially in rush hour. From the speed racer flooring the accelerator to be the first at his destination to the multi-tasking driver who’s also texting with his BFF, the perils are myriad. And that’s especially true in Scottsdale. A study by Las Vegas firm H&P Law broke down the Fatality Analysis Reporting System data from 2017 to 2021 to find geographically where the highest percentage of fatal crashes are coming during the hours of 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

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Yamamoto pitches six scoreless innings and Pages hits a 2-run homer to lead Dodgers over D-backs 8-0

Yoshinobu Yamamoto threw six scoreless innings, rookie Andy Pages hit a two-run homer as part of a five-run second inning, and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 8-0 on Wednesday …

Suns owner Mat Ishbia says franchise is doing 'excellent.' He's quiet on coach Frank Vogel's future

Mat Ishbia knows the offseason chatter around the Phoenix Suns is it’s a team with a top-heavy roster, salary cap issues and precious little room to maneuver after a disappointing season. The …

Diamondbacks and Dodgers meet, winner claims 3-game series

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers play on Wednesday with the winner claiming the three-game series.

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Valeri Nichushkin is lifting the Colorado Avalanche after taking the time to help himself. The big forward missed nearly two months of the regular season as he received care from the NHLPA/NHL Player …
Aaron Rodgers is on track to be back on the field for the New York Jets without any restrictions in a few weeks. Coach Robert Saleh said Friday after the team’s first day of rookie minicamp …
Henry Davis will try to work out of his early season funk in the minors. The Pittsburgh Pirates have optioned the former first-overall pick to Triple-A Indianapolis. Davis, a catcher, is hitting just …

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Trader Joe's coming to Chandler

Chandler's planning administrator, Kevin Mayo, points out during a social media video that helping the city land a Trader Joe's was one of his first assignments as a city intern 25 years ago. The city and Trader Joe's both recently confirmed a South Chandler shopping center will have a vacant space occupied within the next few years by the popular specialty grocer.

A Trader Joe’s market is going to be built in a shopping center on the northeast corner of Ocotillo Road and Arizona Avenue in South Chandler. Not many details, including an opening date, …

Housing on Chandler zoning board agendas

This map shows where 76 homes are planned in a housing development called Viviendo. Rezoning and preliminary plan approval for the project is one of a handful of items on the consent agendas for both the Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission’s study session and regular meetings Wednesday, May 1.

​The next steps in approvals for a 76-home housing subdivision are included in an item the Chandler Planning and Zoning Commission is set to address Wednesday. A study session is set for 5 …

LDV Winery hosts paint and sip event May 8

LDV Winery is hosting a pain and sip event for $20 per person. Patrons will paint glass vases that can be used as Mother’s Day gifts.

Just in time for Mother’s Day gifting, LDV Winery is hosting a Wine Wednesday Paint and Sip event at the Tasting Room in Old Town Scottsdale. On Wednesday, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., guests …

Phoenix cocktail haven among North America’s Top 50 bars

Century Grand, owned by Jason Asher, was named #36 among the North America’s top 50 bars.

Century Grand, a Phoenix cocktail destination, made its way to this year’s North America’s 50 Best Bars list, taking spot #36.

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Meet Cyrus – Soft spoken teen looks to make memories with adoptive family

Cyrus

Cyrus is a teenager who loves to learn. She takes pride in doing her schoolwork well and going to her classes.

The HonorHealth Foundation and BOK Financial collecting for Desert Mission Food Bank

The HonorHealth Foundation and BOK Financial have partnered for an April, Springtime Food Drive to stock up the shelves at Desert Mission Food Bank.

One in six adults in the US depends on food banks, and demand is increasing due to inflation and fewer donations, according to a press release put out by the HonorHealth Foundation and BOK Financial. …

Five Scottsdale students chosen for Dragon Kim Foundation Fellowship Program

Five students from Scottsdale area schools were chosen by the Dragon Kim Foundation for it’s fellowship program. The students are Zara Pearce, Nila Kathiravan, Sasha Ana, Maya Ravishankar and Parisa Choudhury.

The Dragon Kim Foundation, an Orange County, California-based nonprofit has announced the selection of 131 teens from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds living in Arizona, California, and Nevada to …

‘Breakaway” public art now adorns Scottsdale’s Drinkwater Boulevard underpass

Scottsdale Arts will be holding a dedication of the new public art piece “Breakaway,” in the Drinkwater Boulevard underpass at 10 a.m., Friday, May 3.

A new public artwork has joined the Scottsdale Public Art Permanent Collection to liven up the area under Scottsdale Civic Center. “Breakaway” is a cast aluminum sculpture depicting …

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Scottsdale Princess offers summer day camp for kids

Day Camp at the Princess for kids 6 through 12 this summer will include activities like Lagoon fishing, mini golf and swimming.

This summer, kids 6-12 will have the opportunity to enjoy day camp at the Princess. The brand new luxury camp experience at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, 7575 E. Princess Drive, Scottsdale, AZ …

Pac-12 Baseball Tournament swings back into Scottsdale Stadium

Nine teams will compete May 21-25, starting with round-robin pool play Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Three games will take place each day. The three pool winners will advance to the Friday …

Kentucky Derby brings parties to the Valley

Catch the fun of the Kentucky Derby at one of seven derby parties throughout the Valley.

May 4 marks the 150th running of the renowned Kentucky Derby, and in turn a little of the horse racing fun to the entire country, including the Phoenix area. At its core, the event is one of the …

Enjoy sunset serenades at the Scottsdale Quarter

Scottsdale Quarter is hosting its sunset serenades music program every Saturday in May.

As the warmer weather rolls in, Scottsdale Quarter, 15279 N Scottsdale Road, invites guests to take advantage of the last few weeks of spring, with live music in the perfect outdoor setting. …

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Obituaries & Memorials

Robert (Bob) Fredrick Rosenthal

Robert (Bob), 91, passed away on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 after suffering complications from dementia. He and his family moved to Fountain Hills, Arizona in 1976, and loved the desert community and …

Doris Cruger Dale

Doris Dale of Fountain Hills, Arizona died on April 8, at the age of 96. She was born in Madison, Wisconsin on July 22, 1927, the daughter of Anna Wipperfurth and Victor Cruger. She attended Holy …

Dr. Shakti Singh

Dr. Shakti Singh,s a beautiful woman, lovingtellar gastroenterologist, and a woman of immense talent died on April 8, 2024

Richard “Ric” Lynn Smith

Richard “Ric” was born to Majorie Priscilla Schutt and John Elmer Smith October 24th, 1949 in Arlington Washington. He loved fishing and hunting in Washington’s Puget Sound area …

Yolanda V. Curtis

Yolanda passed away on Tuesday, April 9th of 2024. She was 96. Yolanda moved to Sun City West, AZ in 1992. She was born on April 6th, 1928, in Cortland NY to John and Philomena Passalugo. She was the …

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Nation

Jewish students grapple with how to respond to pro-Palestinian campus protests

As strident pro-Palestinian protests dominated U.S. colleges in recent weeks, few Jewish students responded with rallies in support of Israel or against perceived displays of antisemitism. That …

Nippon Steel delays closing of acquisition of US Steel until late this year after US DOJ request

TOKYO (AP) — Nippon Steel said Friday it has postponed the expected closing of its $14.1 billion takeover of U.S. Steel by three months after the U.S. Department of Justice requested more …

US loosens some electric vehicle battery rules, potentially making more EVs eligible for tax credits

The U.S. government has loosened some rules governing electric vehicle tax credits a bit, potentially making more EVs eligible for credits of up to $7,500. The Treasury Department announced final …

The UK government acted unlawfully in approving a climate plan, a High Court judge has ruled

LONDON (AP) — A High Court judge ruled Friday that the U.K. government acted unlawfully when it approved a plan to meet climate targets without evidence that it could be delivered. It was the …

King Charles' longtime charity celebrates new name and U.S. expansion at New York gala

NEW YORK (AP) — The King's Trust celebrated its new name, an update of King Charles III's long-running charity The Prince's Trust, and the expansion of its work in the United States with a …

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World

Southern Brazil has been hit by the worst floods in 80 years. At least 37 people have died

SAO PAULO (AP) — Heavy rains in the southern Brazilian state of Rio Grande do Sul killed 37 people, with another 74 still missing, the state civil defense agency said Friday, as record-breaking …

Bomb kills 5 people, including children, at a refugee camp in eastern Congo

DAKAR, Senegal (AP) — A bomb at a refugee camp in eastern Congo has killed at least 5 people, including children, a spokesperson for the Congolese army said Friday. Two children and their …

German foreign minister says Russia will face consequences for cyberattack. NATO, EU show support

BRUSSELS (AP) — Germany's top diplomat on Friday said Russia will face consequences after accusing its military intelligence service of masterminding an “absolutely intolerable” cyberattack, as …

Ukrainian officials urge Western partners to speed up military aid deliveries amid Russian onslaught

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Ukraine’s president and foreign minister on Friday pressed British Foreign Secretary David Cameron to accelerate the delivery of promised military aid to Kyiv, as Russia …

Cambodia's Supreme Court upholds the 2-year prison sentence of a casino strike leader

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — Cambodia’s Supreme Court on Friday upheld the two-year prison sentence of a labor union leader who led a long-running strike against the country’s biggest …

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Entertainment
Author LaDarrion Williams poses for a portrait in Los Angeles on Thursday, April 25, 2024, to promote his book "Blood at the Root." (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

It started with a tweet. What if Harry Potter attended an HBCU? Now it's a book series

It all began with a post on Twitter. It was 2020 during the height of the pandemic and LaDarrion Williams was thinking about the lack of diversity in the fantasy genre. He proposed: “What if Harry …
This image provided by FOX News Media shows an anchor Bill Hemmer shooting a scene from “Battle for the Arctic with Bill Hemmer.” (FOX News Media via AP)

Fox News' Bill Hemmer heads north — way north — for look at U.S. military preparedness

Fox News' Bill Hemmer went on a road trip, but it was far from a beach vacation. The news anchor headed to the Arctic Circle for a documentary, “Battle for the Arctic,” that talks about U.S. …
Jessica Pratt poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, Friday, April 26, 2024, to promote the album “Here in the Pitch." (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Singer-songwriter Jessica Pratt's latest album is a distinct shift from her austere sound

When Jessica Pratt released her debut self-titled album in 2011, the singer-songwriter was critically praised for her austere guitar and hypnotic voice. She says it had virually no post-production. …
FILE - Adele, winner of the award for best pop solo performance for "Easy on Me," poses in the press room at the 65th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 5, 2023, in Los Angeles. Artists from Universal Music Group, which include Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, will be returning to TikTok as the two parties have struck a new licensing agreement following an approximately three-month long dispute. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong, File)

Artists from Universal Music Group are heading back to TikTok as new licensing deal reached

Artists from Universal Music Group, which include Drake, Adele, Bad Bunny and Billie Eilish, will be returning to TikTok as the two parties have struck a new licensing agreement following an …
FILE - Mick Jagger of The Rolling Stones performs during the first night of the U.S. leg of their "Hackney Diamonds" tour on Sunday, April 28, 2024, in Houston. The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival is usually akin to a 14-ring musical circus, but that changes Thursday afternoon, May 2, when 13 stages go silent before The Rolling Stones make their first appearance at the 54-year-old festival. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)

Time is on their side: Rolling Stones to rock New Orleans Jazz Fest after 2 previous tries

The Rolling Stones are planning to make their first appearance at the 54-year-old New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Fourteen stages usually play host to simultaneous musical acts during the …

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