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Harris viewed more positively by Hispanic women than by Hispanic men: AP-NORC poll

WASHINGTON (AP) — A solid majority of Hispanic women have a positive opinion of Vice President Kamala Harris and a negative view of former President Donald Trump, but Hispanic men are more divided …
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Glendale protests possible Brunch House liquor license

Glendale protested the state granting a liquor license to The Brunch House restaurant - i that happens. The restaurant recentlly opened on Bell Road east of Arrowhead Towne Center. During …
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Surprise dog parks more bite than bark these days

Chris Arb lives in El Mirage, but she travels to Surprise daily to bring her poodle Buddy to the Surprise Community Park Dog Park.
AIRPORT

Scottsdale holds open house on future of the city’s airport

The City of Scottsdale wants to know what residents want their airport to look and behave like for the next 20 years. That’s why it is launching into a $1 million master plan update …
EDUCATION

Chandler schools spent all federal COVID funds

“ESSER is gone.” That’s what Chandler Unified School District’s chief financial officer, Lana Berry, said Oct. 9 as part of her annual financial report presentation to …
NORTH PHOENIX

Drivers face overnight weekend restrictions along I-17

Mostly overnight restrictions are scheduled this weekend along both directions of Interstate 17 in areas between Happy Valley Road and State Route 74 in north Phoenix, state transportation officials …
election 2026

Early in the game, Peoria resident signals interest to run for mayor in 2026

Right now, many people are gearing up for the November general election, but one Peoria resident is getting a jump on the race for the city’s top office two years in advance.
Health care

American Red Cross launches initiative for Latino blood donors tied to Hispanic Heritage Month

PHOENIX — Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs a blood donation, according to the American Red Cross . The Southwest Arizona Chapter of the organization is running a campaign to …
EDUCATION

13 Deer Valley Unified students up for National Merit Scholarships

Thirteen students representing four Deer Valley Unified School District high schools are National Merit Scholarship semifinalists for 2025.
HOMICIDE

Police find man murdered in West Valley home

A 34-year-old man was found shot Tuesday in a West Valley home and died later at a hospital, Phoenix police said. At about 2:10 a.m. Oct. 8, officers arrived at a home in the 7100 block of West …

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Malone: Scottsdale visit renewed hope for country

After spending a recent weekend touring the beautiful city of Scottsdale (the pictures in the ladies restroom at Schmooze alone are worth going there for brunch), visiting family and talking with …

Krone: Voting strategy for Election Day 2024

With a four-page ballot expected in 2024, voters should anticipate long lines and take proactive steps to ensure a smooth voting experience. Here are key recommendations: Sign up for absentee …
Dianna Guzman is council member elect for Glendale's Yucca District

Guzman: Prop 499 would be a disaster for Glendale

My name is Dianna Guzman, and I am your councilmember-Elect for Glendale's Yucca District.  As a representative of our community, I feel it is my responsibility to speak out on issues that will …
APS customers again broke peak energy demand records this summer.

APS: Customers served with reliable power during record-breaking heat

Monsoon season is officially over and for a second straight summer, record heat outshined stormy weather.

Rogers: Parties and the political process

Given the widely divergent philosophical underpinnings of the two major political parties, one of which I am a registered member and to whose distinctive values I, for the most part, subscribe, …

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FILE - Models of Doraemon, one of Japan's most popular manga and anime characters, are displayed in Shanghai on April 28, 2013. (AP Photo/File)

Nobuyo Oyama, voice actor for beloved Japanese cartoon robotic cat Doraemon, dies at age 90

TOKYO (AP) — Nobuyo Oyama, best known as the raspy voice of Doraemon, the beloved cartoon robotic cat from the future, has died. She was 90. Oyama, who voiced Doraemon for more than a quarter …
The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Southport on Thursday to offer support to grieving families who were affected by a stabbing attack that left three children dead.

Prince and Princess of Wales meet with families of dance class stabbing attack

LONDON (AP) — Prince William and the Princess of Wales on Thursday carried out their first joint public engagement since the end of Kate’s chemotherapy by meeting the bereaved parents of victims …
Democratic presidential nominee Vice President Kamala Harris waves as she boards Air Force Two at LaGuardia International Airport, Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, in New York. (AP Photo/Yuki Iwamura)

Trump's complaints about '60 Minutes' put a spotlight on editing at the nation's top newsmagazine

Donald Trump skipped a “60 Minutes” interview this past week, but he's attacking CBS for how it handled its session with opponent Kamala Harris, calling it a “giant fake news scam” and …
Sebastian Stan, from left, director Ali Abbasi, Maria Bakalova and Jeremy Strong pose for a portrait to promote the film "The Apprentice" on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, in New York. (Photo by Victoria Will/Invision/AP)

Jeremy Strong and Sebastian Stan on 'The Apprentice': 'We're way out on a limb'

NEW YORK (AP) — Even in an election year, most seem to agree on one aspect about Ali Abbasi’s much-debated Donald Trump film “The Apprentice”: Sebastian Stan is a remarkably good Trump and …
FILE - Taylor Swift performs at Wembley Stadium as part of her Eras Tour June 21, 2024, in London. (Photo by Scott A Garfitt/Invision/AP, File)

Taylor Swift donates $5 million toward hurricane relief efforts

Taylor Swift has donated $5 million to Feeding America to support relief efforts in the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The nonprofit announced the pop star's donation Wednesday with …

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Big play defense keys turnaround season for No. 14 BYU

No. 14 BYU heads into Saturday’s showdown with Arizona as one of two unbeaten Big 12 teams largely because of a knack for disrupting offenses and putting quarterbacks under pressure drive after …

No. 14 BYU seeks to extend unbeaten start against Arizona

BYU is 5-0 for the third time in five seasons. The Cougars can secure bowl eligibility with their third straight Big 12 Conference victory after winning just two league games a year ago. Arizona …

No. 16 Utah hoping to have quarterback Cameron Rising back against Arizona State

Quarterback Cameron Rising could be back for No. 16 Utah for Friday night’s game at Arizona State. Utes coach Kyle Whittingham has sparked optimism about his star quarterback’s return without …

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Sei Young Kim of South Korea holds on to her lead with a 2-under 70 in the second round of the Buick LPGA Shanghai tournament. Kim has a two-round total of 12-under 132 after opening with 62 as she …
Brayden Schenn scored 45 seconds into overtime and the St. Louis Blues spoiled an impressive debut from No. 1 overall pick Macklin Celebrini to beat the San Jose Sharks 5-4. Justin Faulk tied it with …
Anze Kopitar opened his 19th NHL season providing the Los Angeles Kings a familiar lift. The 37-year-old scored a natural hat-trick with three third-period goals in rallying the Kings to a 3-1 win …

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Valley business

Heard to reopen 66-year-old museum shop after renovations

The Heard Museum’s shop, open since 1958, helps generate $46 million in economic impact annually throughout Indian Country.

The Heard Museum’s renovated shop is set to reopen for visitors.

Phoenix marketing agency to host Business Quinceañera

A stiletto art and fashion show returns to celebrate Torres Multicultural’s 15th anniversary with a Business Quinceañera.

Apartment plan to replace Earnhardt dealership advanced in Chandler

Chandler Planning and Zoning Commissioner Sherri Koshiol asks questions during the board’s Sept. 18 meeting. The commission advanced plans for a 420-unit apartment complex to be built on a North Arizona Avenue site soon to be vacated when Earnhardt Auto Centers moves its Chevrolet dealership to Queen Creek.

A longtime car dealership is moving out of north-Central Chandler — and it could be replaced by more than 400 apartments. Earnhardt Chevrolet, which opened its Arizona Avenue / Warner Road …

Corso Italia opens Scottsdale location

Corso Italia is celebrating its new Scottsdale with a grand opening Oct. 7.

Corso Italia’s newest location, 7704 E. Doubletree Ranch Rd. in Scottsdale, is celebrating it’s grand opening from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 7. Guests will enjoy complimentary culinary …

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Neighbors

Sisso trees still coming down in Arcadia at Silverleaf

More Sissoo trees are coming down in the Arcadia at Silverleaf neighborhood, seemingly squelching hopes for a quick resolution to the legal battle over the trees.

The legal battle of the Sissoo trees in the upscale Arcadia at Silverleaf neighborhood appears to have entered a new theater of combat - seemingly ending one side’s hopes of ending the …

Scottsdale and Girl Scouts hold patch design contest

The City of Scottsdale and the Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council are holding a contest to design their latest patch.

The City of Scottsdale is seeking artists in grades K-12 to help design the patch for the Scottsdale Patch program, a collaboration between the city and Girl Scouts-Arizona Cactus-Pine Council. …

Chandler-based pitcher living baseball dreams with Savannah Bananas

Austin Krzeminski played four years of Minor League Baseball and finds himself today playing in sold-out Major League Baseball stadiums with the Savannah Bananas.

The dream is the same for any young baseball player – to make it to the big leagues. Few do. But even fewer reach the next best thing.

Late Seton Catholic alum to be honored Friday

The late James Terrill, who was killed in work accident in Wisconsin in May at age 27, was a Seton Catholic Prep alum. His memory will be honored at Friday night’s Seton football game against Independence.

James Terrill’s memory will be honored Friday in Chandler in the same Eubanks Stadium where he made many plays for his high school football team. Terrill, a 2015 Seton Catholic Prep …

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Things to do

Arizona Opera to take upcoming shows ‘beyond downtown’

A look at “The Tell-Tale Heart,” which opens Oct. 25.

Arizona Opera is looking to introduce opera to new audiences by bringing live performances to unexpected venues across the state.

Last chance to see Tony-nominated ‘The Minutes’ at Tempe theater

CJ Mascarelli stars as “Mr. Carp” in “The Minutes,” which shows at Tempe Center for the Arts through Oct. 12.

Only four chances are left to see the 2022 Tony Award-nominated “The Minutes” in Tempe this week.

The Arts at Ascension presents the third annual sing-along of Handel’s Messiah

Singers of all skill level are welcome to participate in the Arts at Ascension’s sing-along of Handel’s Messiah.

The Arts at Ascension is presenting the third annual sing-along of Handel’s Messiah at the North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, 11735 N. Scottsdale Road, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 24. …

30th annual fall celebration coming to downtown Glendale

The Scarecrow Stroll allows guests to spot uniquely decorated seasonal scarecrows on display at the front doors and porches of many of the shops and eateries, like this one at Memory Lane with shop owner Sue Berntsen.

Celebrate the fall season in Historic Downtown Glendale this month.

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Obituaries & Memorials

William Jerome Curley

William Jerome Curley, Sun City West, AZ, son of parents Harry Jerome and Jane Francis Curley and brother of Harry Jerome and Jane Marie (Curley) O’Brien. In addition to four nieces and one nephew, …

Sophie "Sue" A. Schutz

Sophie “Sue” Schutz (nee Ostapa) died on September 30, 2024, at age 100 years and six months. She was born in 1924, in Chicago, Illinois, and lived there until her mid-20s. Her parents were …

Robert M Garrett

Robert (Bob) M. Garrett (88) died at home September 26, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Donna, of Sun City West, Arizona, five children, 15 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren. …

James Edward Jennings

Lovingly known as Jim, 92 years old, peacefully passed on September 3rd. Jim was born on March 21, 1932 in Dover, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years Patricia (Lorenz) …

Marlene Louise Wood

Marlene was born January 26, 1939. She went through the Napa School system and graduated high school in 1959. Marlene met Ray Wood and they were married on February 4, 1962 and started a family with …

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Nation

One Tech Tip: Here's what you need to do before and after your phone is stolen or lost

LONDON (AP) — Phones hold so much of our digital lives — emails, social media and bank accounts, photos, chat messages and more — that if they ever get stolen or go missing, it can cause major …

Asian stocks mixed as markets wait for China policy briefing

Asian stocks were mixed on Friday as Chinese markets declined amid investors' attention on a key briefing about the details of the upcoming stimulus plan this weekend. U.S. futures rose while oil …

Residents clean up and figure out what's next after Milton

Florida residents are continuing to repair the damage caused by Hurricane Milton and figure out what to do next. The storm smashed through coastal communities, tore homes to pieces, flooded streets …

PHOTO COLLECTION: Sexual Misconduct Sean "Diddy" Combs

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Mexico sends 660 soldiers, National Guard to protect lime growers suffering extortion by cartels

MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico has sent 660 soldiers and militarized National Guard officers this month to the western state of Michoacan to protect lime growers who complained they were suffering …

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World

Russia's Putin begins a visit to Turkmenistan for forum with regional leaders, including Iran

ASHGABAT, Turkmenistan (AP) — President Vladimir Putin began a visit to Turkmenistan Friday, speaking at an international forum with Central Asian leaders and the president of Iran. The Kremlin …

Blinken tells ASEAN the US is worried about China's 'dangerous' actions in disputed sea

VIENTIANE, Laos (AP) — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken told Southeast Asian leaders Friday that the U.S. is concerned about China's “increasingly dangerous and unlawful” activities in …

An 'appalled' New Zealand official says a navy ship didn't sink because its captain was a woman

WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — New Zealand's defense minister issued stinging rebukes of what she said were “vile” and “misogynistic” online remarks by “armchair admirals” about the …

A new mayor takes office in southern Mexico after his predecessor was beheaded

CHILPANCINGO, Mexico (AP) — A new mayor was sworn in Thursday in a city in southern Mexico where his predecessor was killed and beheaded less than a week after taking office. The new mayor, …

After a 2-year investigation, South African president won't be charged over $580K hidden in a couch

CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — South African President Cyril Ramaphosa won't face criminal charges over a hidden cash scandal that was revealed more than two years ago and led to an investigation …

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