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Tempe expands wastewater testing to include common viruses, other diseases
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Police arrest teen in bomb threat investigation at Surprise college campus
NEW BUSINESS

LEGO franchise store to open in Chandler Dec. 9

Bricks & Minifigs, promising to be Chandler's one-stop shop to buy, sell, and trade all things LEGO, will open Saturday, Dec. 9 in the Chandler City Center, located at 2988 N. Alma School Road, …

US military affirms it will end live-fire training in Hawaii's Makua Valley

HONOLULU (AP) — The U.S. military has confirmed that it will permanently end live-fire training in Makua Valley on Oahu, a major win for Native Hawaiian groups and environmentalists after decades …

Third-party candidate leaves Mexico's 2024 presidential race. Next leader now likely to be a woman

MEXICO CITY (AP) — A third-party candidate announced Saturday he is leaving Mexico’s 2024 presidential race, practically ensuring the country ’s next president will be a woman. Samuel …
Valley & State
HERALD EXAMINER

ASU wins architecture prize for restoring Los Angeles landmark

Arizona State University’s work to preserve and restore the Herald Examiner building in downtown Los Angeles has been honored for architectural excellence. The Los Angeles Business Council …
BOCCE BALL

New bocce courts ready for play in Sun City West

There are approximately one-third of Sun City West residents playing the sport of bocce ball in either a leisure or league-play format.

DOLLAR GENERAL SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Faruqi & Faruqi, LLP Encourages Investors Who Suffered ...

If you suffered losses exceeding $100,000 investing in Dollar General securities between May 28, 2020 and August 30, 2023 and would like to discuss your legal rights, call Faruqi & Faruqi partner …
BORDER PROTECTION

Judge sentences drug smuggler from Pinal County to 10 years

A 22-year-old Casa Grande man was sentenced this week to 10 years in prison for smuggling methamphetamine into the United States, the U.S. Attorney’s Office announced. U.S. District Judge …

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor paved a path for women on the Supreme Court

One fall day in 2010, retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor slipped into the courtroom where she worked for nearly 25 years to take in an “amazing” sight — three women in black …
BORDER CROSSING

Customs and Border Patrol ‘temporarily’ closing Lukeville port of entry

PHOENIX — Saying it is overwhelmed with people crossing the border illegally, Customs and Border Protection will be shutting down the port of entry at Lukeville on Monday, a move that will force Arizonans to drive hundreds of miles out of the way to get to and from the Mexican resort town of Puerto Penasco.

US border officials are closing a remote Arizona crossing because of overwhelming migrant arrivals

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection says it will temporarily close south and northbound traffic to vehicle and pedestrians at the remote Lukeville, Arizona border crossing with Mexico. The agency …
NEIGHBORS

Phoenix event will offer $2M in free dental care

The Arizona Dental Cares Foundation will host its 11th annual Arizona Dental Mission of Mercy in Phoenix this month.

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Taylor: All investments come with risk

I read with interest the article written by Dennis Hanzel in the Nov. 29 issue. I agree that it is troubling that the Recreation Centers of Sun City West lost substantial funds in their investment …

Turner: Sun City a poor comparison for Sun City West recall committee

Regarding the recall campaign in Sun City West. This continues to feel like an effort that is not being undertaken in “good faith.” The recall committee continues to use Sun City as …

Card: Sun City West recall group deserves 'no' vote

I understand the recall committee’s objective to having the recall election now. Even though Sun City West owner/members will be subjected to an additional $7,000 plus costs for this election, …

Kellas: Residents should reject Sun City West recall vote

Sun City West is all of our homes. Whether it be seasonal or year around. The reason I selected Sun City West for my home was for the beauty, warmth and amenities that are offered here. Sun City West …

Ramsey: Vote ‘yes’ on Sun City West recall

I encourage all Sun City West residents to vote “yes” for the recall of all three Recreation Centers of Sun City West board members. The board of directors and Sun City West need a fresh …

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Arizona & National Sports Coverage
Valley sports
Local sports

Phoenix takes on conference rival Memphis

The Suns will play host to conference opponent Memphis. Saturday's meeting will be the second of the season between the two teams. Phoenix is 8-6 against the Western Conference, and Memphis is 5-10 …

Nikola Jokic has 21 points and 16 assists, Nuggets hold off Dutant, Suns 119-111

PHOENIX (AP) — Nikola Jokic had 21 points and 16 assists, Reggie Jackson added 20 points and the Denver Nuggets held off the Phoenix Suns 119-111 for a hard-fought victory Friday night. Down 17 …

Nikola Jokic has 21 points, 16 assists, Nuggets hold off Suns 119-111

Nikola Jokic had 21 points and 16 assists, Reggie Jackson added 20 points and the Denver Nuggets held off the Phoenix Suns 119-111 for a hard-fought victory Friday night. Down 17 in the first half, …

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Sean Couturier scored the lone goal in the shootout and the Philadelphia Flyers beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 4-3 on Saturday night. Tyson Foerster scored his fourth of the year in regulation and also …
Brad Marchand scored at 4:52 of overtime as the Boston Bruins beat the Toronto Maple Leafs 4-3. David Pastrnak had a goal and two assists, and Trent Frederic and Kevin Shattenkirk also scored for …
Giannis Antetokounmpo had 32 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists for his first triple-double of the season and 36th overall, helping the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Atlanta Hawks 132-121 on Saturday …
Bruce Brown scored 30 points, Obi Toppin added 22 and the Indiana Pacers shook off the absence of leading scorer Tyrese Haliburton to beat the Miami Heat 144-129 on Saturday night. The Pacers shot …
Two days after it was announced Bronny James had been cleared by doctors for a full return to basketball, the Southern California freshman took the floor for warmups with his teammates as they …

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Peoria Police seek the public’s help in locating Nicholas Vasquez, a 40-year-old male.

Moving to a new area can be both exhilarating and unnerving, but the uncertainty just got easier because of a 130-strong volunteer group known as the Sun City Posse. In a “Welcome Letter” …
From the outside it looks like Peoria's top football teams suddenly stormed the gate at Arizona's highest level. Centennial and Liberty are both playing in their first Open Division final …
With the recent death of retired Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, many have come forward to sing her praises and offer remembrances.
With only one real way in and out to Grand Avenue from 163rd Avenue, and one entrance and exit to the east toward Peoria on Happy Valley Road, north Surprise residents are frustrated about the traffic situation there.

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Phoenix

Give the gift of time by volunteering to advocate for a child in Arizona’s foster care system.

A man is dead following a shooting Thursday morning near 35 th Avenue and Earll Drive in Phoenix, police said. Phoenix Police detectives are investigating the shooting after officers responded …
Pendergast Elementary School District in the West Valley announced it has deepened its partnership with Discovery Education.
Better Business Bureau Serving the Pacific Southwest awarded five scholarships to high school students for their winning essays on “The Importance of Character and Ethics.”
Kyrene School District Governing Board recently heard from district officials about how the improvements at the district’s office complex have been going since the board authorized the first phase of construction in January.

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East Valley

The city of Mesa is renting four garbage trucks for 13 months at a cost of $480,000 as solid-waste officials wait for 23 trucks on order to be delivered. The Mesa City Council on Nov. 20 …

Wildflower has opened its Tempe restaurant following a renovation. “We’re extremely proud of how Wildflower Tempe’s grand refresh turned out,” Louis Basile, Wildflower …
The 2023 Muster and Celebration of Service will take place Sunday at Sloan Park, 2330 W. Rio Salado Parkway in Mesa. “More than 3,800 citizen-soldiers and airmen will stand together in a …
Mesa’s emergency rehabilitation program is on track to assist with household repairs to 73 income-eligible homes by January 2024. The program helps Mesa homeowners needing to repair issues …
Grass Clippings at Rolling Hills launched its night golf programming Dec. 1, finally “turning on the lights” at Arizona’s first fully-lit golf course.

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Valley business

The Beauty Boss Co. coming to Gilbert's Epicenter

The Beauty Boss Co. anticipate s opening in early 2024 at 3150 E. Ray Road, suite 136, Gilbert, in the Epicenter development in Agritopia . It is a skincare salon that offers chemical peels, …

Family's love of Legos leads teachers to transition to Bricks & Minifigs owners

Rachel Mangum (left) and Theresa Bartholomew are the owners of a Bricks & Minifigs franchise in Gilbert with another coming in Mesa.

Theresa Bartholomew and Rachel Mangum were already Lego fans when they took their sons across town to a Bricks & Minifigs store in Avondale for the first time in February 2020.   …

Barrio Queen to open in Surprise

Barrio Queen announces the grand opening of its Surprise location at 13434 N. Prasada Parkway.

Barrio Queen will soon open the doors to its newest location at 13434 N. Prasada Parkway. The marks the restaurant’s eighth Arizona destination. Barrio Queen will celebrate with a VIP …

TJ Nails opens in Gilbert

TJ Nails & Wax opened in September at 756 S. Gilbert Road, suite 104, Gilbert. It is primarily a nail salon. 480-656-8785. www.instagram.com/tjnailsaz  

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Neighbors

Meet Jacob – Happy-go-lucky pre-teen ready to laugh with forever family

Jacob

Jacob is a fun-loving, goofy pre-teen who loves a good challenge and to try new things!

Glendale native celebrates American Indian Heritage Month aboard USS Boxer

U.S. Navy Machinist’s Mate 1st Class Angela Briones, a native of Glendale and a member of the Navajo Nation, performs a healing dance during National American Indian Heritage Month.

Here’s how to donate to Phoenix Children’s holiday toy drive

Thanks to community donors and the support of official sponsor Amazon, all children at Phoenix Children’s will receive a holiday gift this season.

West Valley nonprofit to distribute holiday goodies to families in need

Helping Others Together, a West Valley nonprofit, is getting ready to brighten the holidays for kids and families in need.

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Things to do

Gilbert Fire & Rescue collecting toys at Rides with Santa event

Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department is offering its annual Rides with Santa event Dec. 2.

The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department will hold its annual Rides With Santa event Saturday, Dec. 2. The event will go from 9-11 a.m. at the Walmart, 2501 S. Market St., Gilbert. Those …

Tempe’s Petersen House decked out for the holidays

Free self-guided tours of the Petersen House begin Saturday with the Tempe landmark decorated for the holidays. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Dec. 2, 3, 9, 10, 16 and 17. …

Peoria Arts to host two free holiday concerts

The Mistletones perform a free show in Peoria on Dec. 14.

Peoria Arts will showcase holiday music this December at two free concerts at the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts.

Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix announces concert series lineup

Pop/folk singer Marc Cohn performs with percussionist Joe Joe Bonadio at City Winery Boston on Jan. 13, 2019. The Grammy winner will perform in Phoenix at the Musical Instrument Museum on Jan. 16.

The MIM Music Theater announced its Winter/Spring 2024 Concert Series lineup.

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Obituaries & Memorials

Philip G Graff

Philip Graff passed away on 12/1/2023, he is survived by his wife Joan M Graff, his son Brandon Graff.

Victoria Ann Zeller

Victoria Ann Zeller “Vicki” of Apache Junction, Arizona passed away one year ago on December 3, 2023, at a young age of 73. She was born on June 20, 1949, in Detroit Michigan where she lived …

John Rosholt McConnell

John, Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather. It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John Rosholt McConnell, a devoted husband, loving father, doting …

Richard E Anderson

Dick passed away with family at his side on November 9, 2023. Preceded in death by his wife, Mildred “Millie”. Dick was born on July 30, 1930, in Rockford, IL. As a youngster, Dick had a …

Jennie Madeline Scalise

Jennie Madeline Scalise (née Pascuzzi), 101, of Sun City, Arizona, passed away peacefully at her home on November 3, 2023. Jennie was born on May 8, 1922 to Fortunato and Sadie (née Cardamon) …

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Nation

Defense head calls out those who advocate isolationism and 'an American retreat from responsibility'

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is denouncing those advocate what he says is “an American retreat from responsibility.” The Pentagon chief says sustained U.S. leadership is needed to help keep the …

BMW recalls SUVs after Takata air bag inflator blows apart, hurling shrapnel and injuring driver

DETROIT (AP) — BMW is recalling a small number of SUVs in the U.S. because the driver's air bag inflators can blow apart in a crash, hurling metal shrapnel and possibly injuring or killing people …

Send-offs show Carlton Pearson's split legacy spurred by his inclusive beliefs, rejection of hell

Before his peers would label him a heretic, the late Bishop Carlton D. Pearson was once one of the best known preachers in the United States. His skilled biblical oration helped swell the membership …

US joins in other nations in swearing off coal power to clean the climate

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The United States committed Saturday to the idea of phasing out coal power plants, joining 56 other nations in kicking the coal habit that's a huge factor in …

Police raid Moscow gay bars after a Supreme Court ruling labeled LGBTQ+ movement 'extremist'

Russian security forces have raided gay clubs and bars across Moscow less than 48 hours after the country’s top court banned what it called the “global LGBTQ+ movement” as an extremist …

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World

Zambia landslides bury miners digging tunnels illegally, killing 7 and leaving more than 20 missing

LUSAKA, Zambia (AP) — Seven miners were confirmed dead and more than 20 others were missing and presumed dead after heavy rains caused landslides that buried them inside tunnels they had been …

Ex-president barred from leaving Ukraine amid alleged plan to meet with Hungary's Viktor Orban

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Former President Petro Poroshenko was denied permission to leave Ukraine for a planned meeting with Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban, Ukraine’s security service …

Romanian guru suspected of running international sex sect handed preliminary charges with 14 others

A 71-year-old Romanian yoga guru and 14 others have been handed preliminary charges by a Paris magistrate on a raft of counts linked to an international ring that for years allegedly subjected …

Italian officials secure 12th Century leaning tower in Bologna to prevent collapse

Italian officials have secured the shorter of two 12th century towers in Bologna, fearing that its leaning could lead to collapse. On Friday, the city announced 4.3 million euros ($4.7 million) in …

In Mexico, a Japanese traditional dancer shows how body movement speaks beyond culture and religion

Unlike the fast-moving interpreters of samba, salsa and other Latin American dancing styles, Japanese traditional dancers move slowly, performing just a few moves that their bodies keep fully …

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Entertainment
FILE - Jussie Smollett arrives at the BET Awards, June 26, 2022, in Los Angeles. An appeals court on Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, upheld the disorderly conduct convictions of Smollett, who was accused of staging a racist, homophobic attack against himself in 2019 and then lying about it to Chicago police.(Photo by Richard Shotwell/Invision/AP, File)

Illinois appeals court affirms actor Jussie Smollett's convictions and jail sentence

An appeals court upheld the disorderly conduct convictions Friday of actor Jussie Smollett, who was accused of staging a racist, homophobic attack against himself in 2019 and lying about it to …
Alex Aghajanian, President and Chairman of the Board for the 2024 Pasadena Tournament of Roses Association, announces actor-singer Audra McDonald as the 2024 Tournament of Roses Grand Marshal, on the front steps of Tournament House in Pasadena, Calif., Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. The 135th Rose Parade presented by Honda, themed "Celebrating a World of Music," and the 110th Rose Bowl Game will be on Monday, Jan. 1, 2024. (AP Photo/Damian Dovarganes)

Tony winner Audra McDonald to serve as grand marshal of 2024 Rose Parade

Audra McDonald will serve as grand marshal of the 135th Rose Parade next year. The actor and singer was introduced Friday in Pasadena, California. The six-time Tony Award winner will ride the 5 …
This undated image shows a self-portrait of entertainment marketing consultant Michael Latt, who was fatally shot inside his Los Angeles home on Monday, Nov. . Latt, 33, had worked on projects with filmmakers including Ryan Coogler and Ava DuVernay, as well as rap artist Common. (Sundance Institute via AP)

Entertainment consultant killed by woman who stalked his film director friend, prosecutors say

Prosecutors say a high-profile entertainment marketing consultant was targeted by a woman who had been stalking one of his friends, a film director, before she fatally shot him inside his Los Angeles …
Britain's King Charles III speaks during an opening ceremony at the COP28 U.N. Climate Summit, Friday, Dec. 1, 2023, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. (AP Photo/Rafiq Maqbool)

King Charles III draws attention by wearing a Greek flag tie after London-Athens diplomatic spat

LONDON (AP) — King Charles III caused some raised eyebrows Friday when he wore a tie adorned with a pattern of Greek flags to the COP28 climate summit days after a diplomatic spat between the U.K. …
FILE - People appear in Josie Robertson Plaza in front of The Metropolitan Opera house at Lincoln Center in New York on March 12, 2020. . (AP Photo/Kathy Willens, File)

Climate protesters twice interrupt Wagner's `Tannhäuser' at Metropolitan Opera

NEW YORK (AP) — Climate protesters caused a pair of interruptions totaling 22 minutes during the opening night of a revival of Wagner's “Tannhäuser” at the Metropolitan Opera. Christian …

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