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A federal lawsuit says the Trump administration has unlawfully shuttered the Voice of America

A lawsuit filed by Voice of America reporters, some unions and a press freedom group charged the Trump administration with unlawfully shutting down the news outlet. They said the demise of the …
BUCKEYE

Nitric acid spill brings out hazmat teams from West Valley fire departments

Approximately 3,500 gallons of nitric acid spilled into a retention basin Thursday in Buckeye, prompting responses from four West Valley hazmat teams, authorities said. At about 2:20 p.m. March …
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE

Man armed with knife dies after Chandler police officer-involved shooting

A 27-year-old man died Thursday following an officer-involved shooting in Chandler, police said. Police responded about 12:15 p.m. March 20 to a domestic violence call in the 600 block of East …

Democrats' new internet strategy tops trending charts but also draws mockery from allies and foes

Democratic lawmakers are courting online content creators, podcasters and celebrities in a bid to find new ways to boost their message to voters. The effort is spearheaded by Democratic leaders on …

New Mexico bill would provide 'turquoise' safety alert when Native Americans go missing

SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A bill that would create a “turquoise” safety alert system for missing Native American people in New Mexico has been endorsed by the Legislature. A vote of the state …
EDUCATION

Arizona officials react to Trump ordering Department of Education's closure

Money and oversight appear to be two key aspects either challenging President Trump’s executive order Thursday to dismantle the federal Department of Education or celebrating it, depending on perspective.
Government

Arizona Republicans push for chaplains to offer counseling in public schools

PHOENIX — State lawmakers, for the first time ever, want to allow religious chaplains to counsel students on public school campuses. Rep. Matt Gress said the legislation that gained …
cinema

VIDEO: Identical twin youth filmmaker team have a bright future

Liberty High School seniors Ethan and Aidan Sinconis have become quite the decorated young filmmakers.
FELONY CHARGES

Teen charged as adult for allegedly hitting Glendale police with fireworks

Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced March 20 that Joseph Lopez*, age 17, has been charged as an adult for throwing an explosive at Glendale Police officers during a protest on Feb. 2. …
Immigration

Trump use of 1798 law in deportations evokes memories of Japanese American internment camps

WASHINGTON — The 1798 law President Donald Trump dusted off to justify the swift deportation of Venezuelan gang members hadn’t been invoked since World War II — when it was used to …
Opinions with Civility
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Why didn’t Trump address Musk’s attack on Kelly, reader wonders

It was funny to read the comment reference civility having to do with Sen. Mark Kelly when considering the very low bar that has been set by President Trump since taking over the Republican Party. …

Avoiding your neighbor because of how they voted? Democracy needs you to talk to them instead

Are you angry about politics right now? Seething? You’re not alone. According to the  Mood of the Nation Poll  by researchers at Penn State, 9 in 10 Americans can name a recent news …
Christina Kredit

Can you spot the common romance scam with an AI twist?

Scammers are working hard to create new and elaborate ways to steal your money and personal or financial information. Scams impact people of all ages and backgrounds, so it’s important to trust …

Sun City senior worried about private data, funds

We voted to have the government become more efficient and to root out any waste. We did not vote to have our Social Security numbers, bank account and credit card numbers released to people who …

Reader seeks Sen. Mark Kelly apology

I read several editorial comments in the Independent regarding Sen. Mark Kelly. Both authors offered well-written remarks about this person who represents the state of Arizona not only in the …
Michele White

6 ways to help Arizona’s LGBTQ+ community face challenges in 2025

As a queer woman (queer is an all-inclusive term used in the LGBTQ+ community), I am proud of the strength and resilience of my community. We have faced many challenges and we will continue to draw …
Erin Barra-Jean

Breaking in and staying in: Advice for women in the music industry

The music industry can be an exhilarating, creative and deeply rewarding space to build a career — but it’s also an industry that hasn’t always been welcoming to women and …

Reader disagrees ICE raids deserve protests; supports Trump policies

As someone who also lives in a border state, disagree with the opinion expressed in a recent letter to the editor, Ice raids in Arizona deserve protests . No one seems to consider the tragedy of …
Peoria Vice Mayor Jennifer Crawford

Vice mayor: In its first year, Peoria’s aviation unit has already saved lives

As an elected representative for Peoria, I feel obligated to address the recent op-ed written by aspiring politician Judi Smith about Peoria’s public safety aviation unit.

Mark Kelly has no ideals

Primary Kirsten Sinema for supporting a filibuster, but use the filibuster without limitation now. Cry about shutting down the government under Biden, but actively attempt to rip it down now.  …
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Surprise council OKs business incubator move to City Center

Surprise Economic Development Director Jeanine Jerkovic, left, and Project Manager Brian Sandusky discuss the AZ Techcelerator’s move downtown and rebranding at the March 18 city council meeting.

Surprise is adding a big “spark” to new business development in the city.

Everything to know about women’s sports-themed grill opening in Phoenix

Co-owners Kat Moore and Audrey Corley welcome Valley sports fans to the grand opening of Title 9 Sports Grill in Phoenix this weekend.

Title 9 Sports Grill, the city’s first women-focused sports grill, is ready for its grand opening.

Chipmaker closing its East Valley plant

Microchip Technology, headquartered in Chandler, has decided to close its Tempe plant, taking as many as 330 jobs out of the East Valley.

An East Valley semiconductor firm has decided to close one of its plants, taking hundreds of jobs away. Two local economic leaders plan to do what they can to deal with the fallout. …

Scottsdale podcaster joins UCP of Central Arizona’s Community Ambassador program

Sasha Graham, creator and host of the “Sports Will Save Us All,” has joined the ranks of United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona’s community ambassador program.

Sasha Graham, creator and host of the “Sports Will Save Us All,” is United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona’s newest community ambassador. Graham’s use of her platform …

Neighbors

Chandler Gilbert Community College interim president looks back on journey into leadership

CJ Wurster is the interim president of Chandler Gilbert Community College.

The podcast  Guiding Growth: Conversations with Community Leaders  from the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, event and meeting venue Modern Moments and the Gilbert Independent/yourvalley.net …

Gala raises $320K for Ballet Arizona

This year’s Dance With Me Gala raised $320,000 for Ballet Arizona and took place at the Scottsdale Center for The Phoenix Arts.

Ballet Arizona’s annual gala raised $320,000 for the longtime Valley organization.

Scottsdale man works to create children’s hospices across country

Having created Ryan House in Phoenix, Scottsdale resident Johnathan Cottor is now working to create children’s hospices around the country.

When Ryan Cottor was eight months old, his parents learned he wasn’t just a late bloomer when it comes to motor skills. Ryan wasn’t doing things like pushing himself up or sitting …

West Valley charity license plate moves toward approval

A West Valley charity license plate benefiting the West Valley Mavericks Foundation moves towards approval in the House of Representatives.

A bill to create a specialty license plate supporting West Valley charities is advancing through the Arizona Legislature.   Senate Bill 1311, which would establish the West Valley Charity …

Things to do

Check out these 5 sweet rides at Mecum Glendale this week

1937 Glacier National Park Tour Bus.

Mecum Glendale opens Tuesday and runs through Saturday during which time more than 2,000 cars will go under the gavel.

Cycle the Arts set for April 6

The public is welcome to the Cycle the Arts 11-mile bike ride April 6.

The City of Scottsdale and Scottsdale Arts will host the 2025 Cycle the Arts event at 7 a.m. on Sunday, April 6. This year’s bike tour of the city’s public art collection will …

Wild West Music Fest full lineup announcement ‘very soon’

The annual Wild West Music Fest is less than a month away, and an announcement with the full lineup of performers is coming soon.

Vintage clothing market coming to T-bird Lounge in Phoenix

Add some funk to your wardrobe this Sunday in Phoenix.

Obituaries & Memorials
Remembering your loved one

William "Bill" J. Quinn III

William Joseph Quinn III known as Bill to his friends and family of Sun City, Arizona passed away peacefully at home on March 11, 2025, after a brief illness. Bill was born in Charleston, South …

Eleanor Lee Walmsley

Eleanor Lee Walmsley, 88, of Caseville, MI, and Sun City West, AZ, passed away on March 13, 2025, in Arizona, surrounded by family. For more information: …

"Lake" Arnold Westphal

Arnold Westphal, 102 years and 7 months, of Sun City West, Arizona, left us peacefully on March 4, 2025. A beloved husband, father, uncle and grandfather, Arnold, “Lakin”, “Lake” or …

Fredrick March Shape

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Frederick March Shape on March 6, 2025, in Sun City, Arizona, at the age of 93. Born on December 9, 1931, in Warren, Ohio to Mildred M. Shape …

James (Jim) P. Sadlon

Jim Sadlon “I want to leave the world a better place.” James P. Sadlon, DDS, 88, of Rockford, Illinois and part-time resident of Fountain Hills since 2001, passed away on Tuesday, March …
News to Use

National forests with campgrounds open year-round in Arizona

Outwander used USDA Forest Service data to identify year-round campgrounds in national forests in Arizona.

As more states adopt traffic enforcement cameras, here's where Arizona stands

The General used data from the nonprofit Insurance Institute for Highway Safety to examine traffic camera laws in Arizona

Americans with disabilities work remotely more than the general population in some states. Here's how Arizona compares.

Using Census Bureau data, accessiBe identified where Americans with disabilities are working remote jobs at higher rates than workers overall and how Arizona compares.

Movies and TV shows casting in Phoenix

Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting in Phoenix.

How gas prices have changed in Phoenix in the last week

Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Phoenix using data from AAA.
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