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Gilbert Public Schools will ask voters for override again

For the second consecutive year, Gilbert Public Schools will go to voters to ask that they extend the district’s 15% maintenance and operations budget override.   The difference is if …
water and wastewater

Chandler water, wastewater: Expensive projects ahead

Two major projects are going to cost a lot of Chandler capital improvement dollars over the next several years. At a March 21 work session on the city’s capital improvement project budget, …
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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

AM Prep-Kickers

A faster spinning Earth may cause timekeepers to subtract a second from world clocks For the first time in history, world timekeepers may have to consider subtracting a second from our clocks in …

This stinks. A noxious weed forces Arizona national monument's picnic area to close until May

Visitors to Casa Grande Ruins National Monument in south-central Arizona might not be able to use the attraction’s picnic area until May. Monument officials announced Wednesday that the picnic area …
Government

Arizona House moves forward with bill for 'same sex' showers in schools

PHOENIX — State lawmakers are moving to forbid public school students to shower with anyone other than those who have the same sex organs. But foes said this is a problem that really …
Government

Peoria Republican setting up panel to investigate Arizona AG

PHOENIX — Republican House Speaker Ben Toma has formed a special panel to look into the practices of state elected officials — starting with Democrat Kris Mayes. In an announcement …

Kari Lake declines to defend defamation lawsuit filed by Arizona election official

Kari Lake, a Republican Senate candidate in Arizona who says she lost a 2022 race for governor because of fraud, is declining to defend against a defamation lawsuit filed by a top election official. …
foodie watch

Chandler Vietnamese eatery focuses on pho, beef dishes

A Ma’s Kitchen & Pho is a family-run Vietnamese eatery in the Chandler Ranch shopping center, a few doors from the 99 Ranch market,on the northeast corner of Chandler Boulevard and Dobson …
roads

Peoria staff regroups on final portion of Northern Parkway, avoids going over budet

The completion of the Peoria portion of Northern Parkway has run up against time and cost constraints, so the city’s engineering department regrouped to keep the project from going over budget.

Interior Department issues rule to limit methane leaks from public lands drilling

The Biden administration has issued a final rule aimed at limiting methane leaks from oil and gas drilling on federal and tribal lands, its latest action to crack down on emissions of methane, a …
BIG GAMES

Event schedule for Final Four Fan Fest in Phoenix

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

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Opinions with Civility
Life-science researchers are thrilled about the advances made with “small-molecule” medicines.
I own a pickleball court. It is for our personal use with friends and family. We do not play after 10 p.m. Our court is far from neighboring homes. We don't hold any "leagues or tournaments." …
I recently learned of a complaint filed to Secretary of State Adrian Fontes by Third Way, a national think tank that champions modern center-left ideas.
As the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments that could “pave the way toward a national abortion ban” by severely restricting access to the medication mifepristone, David Schweikert and …
Our local Fountain Hills Theater is often amazing. The world premiere production of “The Great Gatsby – The Musical,” is its latest triumph. This musical adaptation of F. Scott …
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Arizona & National Sports Coverage
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NBA

Durant scores 30, leads Suns to another win in Denver, 104-97

Kevin Durant had 30 points, 13 rebounds and five blocks and the Phoenix Suns won in Denver for the second time this month, beating the defending champion Nuggets 104-97 on Wednesday night. The Suns, …

Top-seeded North Carolina and Clemson looking to move ACC beyond Sweet 16 vs Alabama and Arizona

The quality of the Atlanta Coast Conference took its share of criticism this season. Yet, the league has four teams in the NCAA Tournament's Sweet 16. Two are in the West: top-seeded North Carolina …

Caleb Love leads Arizona into Sweet 16 with team-first approach

Arizona's Caleb Love arrived from North Carolina with a bad reputation. Perception didn’t meet reality once Love put on a Wildcats uniform. The Wildcats are in the Sweet 16 for the second time in …
National sports
The Minnesota Timberwolves will evidently remain in the control of owner Glen Taylor, after he announced Thursday that a deal where Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez would have acquired the controlling …
Boston, MA, March 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five Iron Golf, the nation’s leader in indoor golf and entertainment experiences, is thrilled to announce the signing of a lease for its second …
The numbers have been stunning in this memorable season for women’s college basketball. Iowa’s Caitlin Clark has broken scoring records. UConn’s Paige Bueckers is producing eye-popping …
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Valley business

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 …

New Vietnamese restaurant open in South Chandler

Pho Ngoc, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant, has opened in the shopping center anchored by Safeway on the northwest corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights roads in South Chandler.

Pho Ngoc, a family-owned Vietnamese restaurant, has opened in the shopping center anchored by Safeway on the northwest corner of Alma School and Chandler Heights roads in South Chandler. There …

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

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale offers well-being program

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa is introducing well-being program, including pickleball, tennis and fitness classes.

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort and Spa at Gainey Ranch introduces new, wellbeing-focused group experiences, ranging from pickleball tournaments to group fitness classes led by local professional …

Learn about water in free Phoenix festival setting

Wesley Bolin Plaza in Phoenix will come alive with activities, exhibits, displays and games all relating to the state’s most precious resource: water.

Jazz exhibit at Chandler Museum on display April 6

Miles Davis, shown here in a 1987 performance, was frequently the subject of Bob Willoughby's photography. A display of Willoughby's work will be on display at the Chandler Museum from April 6 to May 26.

Bob Willoughby is perhaps best known for his candid photographs of famous Hollywood actors, but before taking photos on film sets, he captured many images of jazz musicians. Working in difficult …

Science Center in Phoenix to host free eclipse viewing party

North America will experience a total solar eclipse on Monday, April 8, and Arizona Science Center in Phoenix is planning a free viewing party for it.

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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

Federal EV charging stations are key to Biden's climate agenda, yet only 4 states have them

LONDON, Ohio (AP) — Within 24 hours of buying his red Ford Mustang Mach-E, Liam Sawyer set off on a camping trip. Sawyer, who bought the electric SUV “because I think the technology is cool …

Ex-Gucci designer Alessandro Michele named the new creative head at Valentino

The former Gucci designer Alessandro Michele has been named the new creative director at Valentino, following the sudden departure last week of Pierpaolo Piccioli after 25 years. Valentino confirmed …

US economic growth for last quarter is revised up slightly to a healthy 3.4% annual rate

WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy grew at a solid 3.4% annual pace from October through December, the government said Thursday in an upgrade from its previous estimate. The government had …

Applications for U.S. unemployment benefits dip to 210,000 in strong job market is strong

NEW YORK (AP) — The number of Americans signing up for unemployment benefits fell slightly last week, another sign that the labor market remains strong and most workers enjoy extraordinary job …

4 Canadian school boards sue Snapchat, TikTok and Meta for disrupting students' education

TORONTO (AP) — Four of the largest school boards in the Canadian province of Ontario said Thursday they launched lawsuits against TikTok, Meta and SnapChat alleging the social media platforms are …
World

French lawmakers condemn 'bloody and murderous' 1961 massacre of Algerian protesters

PARIS (AP) — French lawmakers on Thursday condemned an infamous 1961 police crackdown on Algerian protesters in Paris as a “bloody and murderous repression,” marking another step in the …

France's lower house passes a bill banning hair discrimination. It now goes to the Senate

PARIS (AP) — Lawmakers in France's lower house of parliament on Thursday approved a bill that would ban discrimination over the texture, length, color or style of someone's hair. The bill's …

Palestinian Authority announces a new Cabinet as it faces calls for reform

RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) — The Palestinian Authority has announced the formation of a new Cabinet as it faces international pressure to reform. President Mahmoud Abbas, who has led the PA for …

King Charles stresses importance of kindness as he skips pre-Easter service amid cancer treatment

King Charles III stressed the importance of friendship and acts of caring in a recorded message delivered to a traditional pre-Easter church service, which the monarch skipped as he undergoes cancer …

Philippine leader warns of countermeasures in response to Chinese aggression at sea

MANILA, Philippines (AP) — The Philippine president said Thursday that his government would enforce a “countermeasure package” in response to “aggressive and dangerous attacks” by the …
Entertainment
A view of a poster advertising comedian Ed Gamble's Hot Diggity Dog tour on the Bakerloo line platform at Embankment underground station in London, Wednesday March 27, 2024. Gamble has been ordered to change a subway station poster campaign for his new standup show because the image of a hot dog violated the transit network’s ban on junk food advertising. The poster for the show, “Hot Diggity Dog,” showed a mustard- and ketchup-smeared Gamble beside a half-eaten hot dog on a plate. A bemused Gamble replaced the wiener with a cucumber, and the poster was approved. (Joe Sene/PA via AP)

No joke: UK comedian told to remove hot dog from subway poster over junk food ban

LONDON (AP) — On the London Underground, hot dogs are no joking matter. Comedian Ed Gamble has been ordered to change a subway station poster campaign for his new standup show because the image …
FILE - Taylor Swift arrives at the 66th annual Grammy Awards on Feb. 4, 2024, in Los Angeles. A photographer told police he was punched in the face by Taylor Swift’s father on the Sydney waterfront on Tuesday, Feb. 27, 2024, hours after the pop star’s Australian tour ended. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)

No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney

Taylor Swift’s father will not be charged over a photographer's claim that Scott Swift assaulted him on the Sydney waterfront hours after the pop star’s Australian tour ended last month. …
Boarding is put up next to the Banksy artwork on the side of a residential building in Hornsey Road, north London, Wednesday March 27, 2024 which has been covered in perspex sheeting for protection. An environmentally themed mural in London by street artist Banksy has been encased in plastic and surrounded by fencing after an apparent act of vandalism. (Aaron Chown/PA via AP)

Banksy tree mural that sprouted in London is fenced off after apparent vandalism

An environmentally themed mural by elusive street artist Banksy that appeared last week on a London street has been encased in plastic and surrounded by fencing after an apparent act of vandalism. …
FILE - Martin Scorsese arrives for an event in Beverly Hills, Calif. Scorsese will host, narrate and produce an eight-part docudrama for Fox Nation about the evolution of eight men and women to Sainthood. The first four episodes of “Martin Scorsese Presents: THE SAINTS” will debut in November. (Photo by Evan Agostini/Invision/AP, File)

Martin Scorsese will dive into the journey to sainthood with an 8-part Fox Nation docuseries

Martin Scorsese has already said he's working on a film about Jesus, and now he's making a project about saints. Scorsese will host, narrate and produce an eight-part docudrama called “Martin …
FILE - Actor Jussie Smollett listens as his sentence is read at the Leighton Criminal Court Building, March 10, 2022, in Chicago. The Illinois Supreme Court on Wednesday, March 27, 2024, accepted an appeal of Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, then lying to Chicago police about it. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune via AP, Pool, File)

Illinois Supreme Court to hear actor Jussie Smollett appeal of conviction for staging racist attack

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Supreme Court will hear an appeal of actor Jussie Smollett's disorderly conduct conviction for staging a racist and homophobic attack against himself in 2019, …