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Your new internet and mobile provider Spectrum says ‘hi!’

Spectrum is now the Internet, Mobile, and TV provider for former Cox customers in the Valley. “We’re now part of your community in all of the Phoenix metro area, and we couldn’t be more …
Golf ball-sized hail and powerful wind gusts battered northern and central Arizona, damaging homes and vehicles, toppling trees and prompting tornado watches for the first time in the state since October 2010, as forecasters warned of possible flash flooding. (Video by Armando Penaloza)

Colorado, Utah communities flood as yet more moisture saturates US Southwest

PHOENIX (AP) — More severe weather struck the Four Corners region Thursday, with flooding that swamped dozens of homes in Utah and led to evacuations of low-lying areas in Colorado, a day after …
A 2025 recipient receives a Disability Awards and Recognition Event award.

Phoenix commission announces 2026 disability award honorees

The Phoenix Equal Opportunity Department and the Mayor’s Commission on Disability Issues this week announced the honorees for the 2026 Disability Awards and Recognition Event (D.A.R.E.) This …
Placing first, second and third, respectively, at the 9th Annual Songwriters Contest in Glendale were, from left, Michelangelo Caggiano, Jerry Scarsbrook and Dianna Garbers.

West Valley songwriting contest crowns 3 winners

Winners have emerged in the West Valley Country Music Association’s 9th Annual Songwriters Contest.
Members of the public will get a chance to play a a nine-foot Steinway Spirio concert grand piano and listen to performance from Francesco Parrino for free Nov. 20-21.

Steinway & Sons Scottsdale hosts Adult Education Festival

Steinway & Sons Scottsdale, 14418 N Scottsdale Road, Suite 184, will host its Adult Education Festival with Steinway’s Hall of Fame Legend and Master’s Music Academy founder Ashley Lane Nov. …
INVESTIGATION

East Valley police ID road-rage shooting victim

The 33-year-old man who died in a shooting Wednesday morning near Alma School Road and the U.S. 60 has been identified as Miguel Rodriguez of Mesa, police said Investigators have determined the …
Scottsdale officials say there have been no inquires to the city about building a data center but there are already two smaller ones already in city limits.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Data Center regulations coming to Scottsdale

Scottsdale could soon have an ordinance governing data centers on where they can be built, noise limitations and water usage. The Scottsdale City Council voted unanimously during its Oct. 20 …
Elon Musk addresses the Cabinet and the White House press pool on Feb. 26, 2025, in the Cabinet Room.
Election 2026

Musk, other tech billionaires spend big on Congress, including key Arizona races 

WASHINGTON – A handful of tech tycoons have poured nearly $100 million into congressional races nationwide this year, including several in Arizona. The money has flowed 8-1 to Republicans over …
Government

East Valley town loses two more city staff leaders

Gilbert faces more leadership turnover as Budget Director Kelly Pfost and Assistant Town Manager Dawn Prince leave, while Leah Rhineheimer pursues Pima County's top job.
Scottsdale Police made seven DUI arrests downtown Oct. 16-17.
FIRST RESPONDERS

Scottsdale Police make 60 traffic stops downtown in two days

The Scottsdale Police Department continued its Operation Safe Passage initiative on Oct.16-17, conducting focused traffic enforcement in the Downtown District to address impaired driving, excessive …
A Phoenix man faces a maximum penalty of three years in prison and a maximum fine of $250,000 for each count in a tax fraud case, according the U.S. Attorney's Office.
U.S. ATTORNEY

Federal jury convicts Phoenix man in $900K tax fraud scheme

A 44-year-old Phoenix man is scheduled for sentencing Dec. 7 after being convicted on 20 counts in a tax scheme that defrauded the federal government of $900,000, authorities said. Pacifique …
U.S. Army personnel keep watch over the U.S.-Mexico border in Roma, Texas, Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

Deportations climb under Trump but fall short of White House target, a new report finds

A new report shows President Donald Trump's administration has sharply increased deportations over the past year. A report released Thursday by the Migration Policy Institute shows deportations are …
Tree debris obstructs part of a street as storms caused damage at a Mesa apartment complex Wednesday.
'UNUSUAL'

Wind topples trees in Mesa, golf-ball size hail pummels parts of central Arizona

PHOENIX (AP) — Hail the size of golf balls and damaging wind gusts pounded northern and central Arizona in a rare storm blowing through, bringing with it tornado risks and possible flash floods. …
This chart shows what a tiny percentage of state sales tax one-time revenue staff believes the city of Chandler will have by fiscal 2031. The city has kicked off its budget cycle and budget surveys are set to be circulated to residents soon.
municipal finance

East Valley city's budget will still have many capital needs in ‘28

When the Chandler City Council wrapped its budget work sessions, briefings and votes in the spring, ahead of the July 1 start of fiscal 2027, there was a lot of spending to recap. While it …
The original Old Main building on the University of Arizona campus is seen Friday, July 31, 2015, in Tucson, Ariz. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)

Fraternity suspended at University of Arizona after female student reported assault by 2 men

The University of Arizona has suspended a fraternity's activities after a female student alleged two men sexually assaulted her at the fraternity's house in August. The Sigma Phi Epsilon chapter …
Scottsdale Unified School District offers students five separate learning communities to choose from.
EDUCATION

SUSD opens enrollment for next school year

Scottsdale Unified School District is opening enrollment for the 2027–28 school year beginning 8 a.m., Monday, Nov. 2. With five distinct learning communities named after the high schools they …
Phoenix Mayor Milton Graham cuts the ceremonial ribbon for Phoenix's Acacia Library on Jan. 5, 1969, while holding a young girl.
Libraries

Phoenix's Acacia Library to celebrate historic designation on Saturday

Phoenix Public Library, the Sunnyslope Historical Society, and Friends of the Phoenix Public Library invite the community to celebrate this historic designation of the Acacia Library on Saturday, …
Councilman Allen Skillicorn requested an ordinance prohibiting Sharia law during a September meeting, though later clarifying he wants a resolution codifying state and federal law.
Community News

Fountain Hills Council gives no direction toward Sharia law ban

Throughout the discussion which featured the gavel of Mayor Gerry Friedel to subdue reactions from those in attendance and contested discourse between members of the Fountain Hills Town Council, the …
City Councilwomen Solange Whitehead and Jan Dubauskas argued back and forth on how to meet Scottsdale’s future water needs.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Scottsdale City Council members spar over city’s water security

Whether Scottsdale has enough water to sustain itself into the future seems to depend on who you ask. City Councilwomen Solange Whitehead and Jan Dubauskas had two vastly different take aways …
The Majestic Gilbert 8 is still open but the property is going to auction, according to vizzda.com.
Business

Former Alamo Draft House site in East Valley faces sale to satisfy $10M debt

A Gilbert movie theater property operating as Majestic Gilbert 8 has been scheduled for a December trustee sale tied to a $10 million debt notice.
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MISSING

Search continues for missing teen last seen in Surprise

It has been more than five months since 16-year-old Marisa Lara went missing, and the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children is asking for the public’s help to locate the teen. …

Election 2026-Arizona-General Election, ADVISORY

Nov. 3 ' Arizona General Election ' Advisory WASHINGTON (AP) — EDITORS: NEWS DIRECTORS: NOT FOR BROADCAST, PUBLICATION OR USE ONLINE The Arizona general election is Tuesday, Nov. 3. …
Frank Lloyd Wright's Taliesin West home is shown on March 25, 2019 in Scottsdale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Kim Johnson Flodin)
Community

Visitor killed by piece of roof blown off Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home in Arizona

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) — The Arizona desert home of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright remained temporarily closed to the public on Wednesday after a piece of a roof blew off in high winds, killing …
U.S. ATTORNEY

East Valley man faces $1.6M federal tax fraud charge

A federal grand jury recently returned a 17-count indictment against a 52-year-old Tempe man who authorities allege defrauded the United States of more than $1.6 million. The Arizona district of …
Letters move on a conveyer belt at the Tucson mail sorting facility that has been targeted for closure.
Community

White powder letters sent to Arizona lawmakers reflect surge of political intimidation

WASHINGTON – The powder in a letter sent to Rep. Adelita Grijalva tested negative for anything harmful, an aide to the Tucson Democrat said Tuesday. But that and other suspicious letters sent …
Arizona Water

Arizona files to join Nevada's lawsuit against federal government over Colorado River water rights

A view of the Hoover Dam at Lake Mead, along the Colorado River.

The Arizona Department of Water Resources on Friday announced it is filing a motion to intervene in Nevada's lawsuit against the federal government over rights to the Colorado River. The Lower …

2026 Preps Football Previews

2026 Preps football preview: Ironwood

Ironwood

Ironwood coach Tony Stillings did not have to say much to his current seniors in January, when they gathered for the first time after a 1-9 season in 2025. No one wanted another fall like that. …

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Data Driven
Phoenix is one of the nation’s stronger markets for small-business expansion, but Tucson is facing a more challenging economic outlook, according to a new study comparing 56 major U.S. metropolitan areas.
For people shopping for a home in Arizona, safety is often part of the calculation before the moving truck ever arrives.
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Valley business

Scottsdale-based construction company launches new outreach, giving program

A.R. Mays employees are seen at a recent Child Crisis Arizona Lunch for Love event. A.R. Mays Cares launched with a $200,000 commitment to Child Crisis Arizona over the next five years.

Scottsdale-based A.R. Mays Construction announced the launch of a new outreach and charitable giving program on Tuesday in a release.

Salt Creek Furniture in Scottsdale celebrates 35 years of business

Salt Creek Furniture in Scottsdale is celebrating its 35th anniversary in 2026.

Salt Creek Furniture in Scottsdale is celebrating 35 years in business in 2026. Founded in 1991, the store had humble beginnings, according to partner Jason Cameron. “Our company got our …

Neighbors

Scottsdale Firefighter Charities raises over $100K

Scottsdale Firefighter Charities raised over $100,000 Sept. 27 for programs like the EVIT Foundation, Scottsdale Community Partners/Human Services, the Scottsdale Food Bank, Jobs for America, the City of Scottsdale youth development program, Scottsdale senior centers, the Together Pink Network, the McDowell Sonoran Conservancy and the Vista del Camino Community Center.

Scottsdale Firefighter Charities raised more than $100,000, a new record for its annual Behind the Flames fundraiser, as supporters gathered at Mastro’s City Hall Sunday, Sept. 27, to recognize …

Ascension Lutheran Church gives $1.25M in grants

Ascension Lutheran Church is giving $1.25 million in grants before merging with North Scottsdale United Methodist Church to form Peace in the Desert Church.

Ascension Lutheran Church, a Scottsdale-area Lutheran congregation founded in 1952, is giving $1.25 million to 11 Valley nonprofits, the largest single act of community giving in the congregation’s …

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Phoenix Symphony to suspend season, lay off musicians

The Phoenix Symphony, pictured here with conductor Paolo Bortolameolli, announced Tuesday that it is suspending the remainder of its 2026-27 season following its Nov. 1 performance.

The Phoenix Symphony will suspend the remainder of its 2026-27 season following its Nov. 1 performance, citing a financial shortfall that has left the organization unable to meet its operating obligations.

Ancient Chinese musical treasures coming to Phoenix museum

More than 70 musical instruments and other objects excavated from archaeological sites in China will be featured in a new exhibition opening Nov. 6 at Musical Instrument Museum.

Obituaries & Memorials: Remembering your loved ones
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Charles Edward Bobbitt, Jr.

Charles “Charlie” Edward Bobbitt, Jr., died June 1, 2026, at his home in Scottsdale, Arizona. Born August 23, 1948, in Rainelle, West Virginia, Charlie was the son of Charles and Val-Gene …
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Carlton Jerry Wise

Carlton Jerry Wise of Fountain Hills, AZ passed away 10/13/2026 at the age of 83, Jerry was born September 7, 1943 in Akron, Ohio to Pauline (Warner) and Carlton Wise. He is survived by his wife …
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Marie E. Conrad

Marie E. Conrad, age 99 of Sierra Winds Retirement Community, Peoria AZ passed away peacefully on October 15th, 2026. She was born in Canton, Ohio on September 3, 1927, to John M. and Pearl …
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Helene Marie Summers

Helene Marie Summers (nee Tullio), passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 20, 2026. She was surrounded by her daughter, Sharon Summers and grandchildren Ashley Wilson and Mark Bousman. Helene, …
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Pauline F. Nelson

Pauline F. Nelson, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on February 25, 1937, in …
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