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FILE - A man enters the Arizona Supreme Court building, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Phoenix. The state's highest court essentially kicked two measures aimed at school voucher programs off the November ballot. (AP Photo/Matt York, File)
Arizona Supreme Court downs both measures aimed a school vouchers
PHOENIX — Arizonans will not get to vote this year if they want to make major changes in the 14-year-old Empowerment Scholarship program. In a new ruling Tuesday, the Arizona Supreme Court … more
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From left, Mercury mascot Scorch, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, former Mercury star Diana Taurasi and Mercury and Suns CEO Josh Bartelstein pose for a photo on Saturday, Aug. 15 in front of the newly unveiled 10646 Taurasi Way sign in front of Mortgage Matchup Arena, honoring Taurasi’s WNBA-record career points total.
New street sign honors Diana Taurasi's WNBA-record scoring total
Diana Taurasi’s jersey number is now hanging in rafters of Mortgage Matchup Center, and another one of her numbers is hanging outside the arena. In a weekend celebrating the retired Mercury … more
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The Giraffe and Chimpanzee Were on a Wild Ride to a Safer Place with Rabbitwoman and Dogman, a sculpture by Gille and Marc was recently installed at Water Dace Plaza at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale.
Gillie and Marc sculptures arrive for year at Westgate in Glendale
Westgate Entertainment District announced on Aug. 18 the arrival of two public sculptures by renowned British-Australian artists Gillie and Marc, which will be on display for one year at Fountain … more
Mesa has entered into a public-private partnership with Legends Global Convention Center Management to manage and operate the Mesa Convention Center and the Mesa Amphitheatre.
Mesa tabs private company to manage convention center, amphitheater
A private company will now be managing the Mesa Convention Center and the Mesa Amphitheatre. On Monday, the Mesa City Council voted 5-0 to approve entering a public-private partnership for management … more
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Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center are teaming up to launch the first installment of the Foothills Speaker Series with a talk on cacti.
Foothills Speaker Series kicks off with a look at cacti
The Desert Foothills Land Trust and the Holland Center will kick off this year’s Foothills Speaker Series with “Story of Cacti,” a lecture by Dr. Ken Sweat of Arizona State University. The … more
Natalee Sticht, a former candidate for Peoria Unified governing board, at a recent public meeting, spoke up about her withdraw from the race.
Former Peoria Unified candidate speaks up about her withdraw from race
A former candidate for Peoria Unified governing board has spoken up about her withdraw from the race. more
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Mayor Lisa Borowsky wants to set requirements for things like water use and noise mitigation before an application to build a data center comes to Scottsdale.
Scottsdale mayor looking to set requirements for data centers
There have been no inquiries about placing a data center in Scottsdale, but Mayor Lisa Borowsky wants to be ready in case one comes along. That’s why she has requested a work study session for … more
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Valley Metro and the city of Phoenix will host open houses about the proposed West Phoenix Light Rail Extension, beginning Wednesday, Aug. 19.
Phoenix, Valley Metro to host West Phoenix Extension open house on Wednesday
Valley Metro and the city of Phoenix invite the community to attend one of several upcoming open houses to learn more about the proposed West Phoenix Light Rail Extension and provide feedback that … more
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Tourism’s reach across Arizona goes far beyond hotels and resorts
When visitors come to Arizona, their dollars don’t stop at the hotel. more
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Rattlers quarterback Max Meylor (7) runs for the end zone to score one of his 5 total TDs in Sunday’s title game win over Green Bay. (Photo courtesy Josiah Lopez Photography/Indoor Football League)
MAX REDEMPTION: Meylor leads Rattlers back to promised land
TUCSON — After winning his first Indoor Football League championship and earning game Most Valuable Player honors this past weekend, Arizona Rattlers quarterback Max Meylor couldn’t stop smiling. more
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Cars drive by a Flock camera at the corner of E. Lincoln Dr. and N. Tatum Blvd. on Aug. 19, in Paradise Valley.
Paradise Valley automated license plate reader cameras remain in use amid privacy concerns
In response to cases involving the misuse of automated license plate reader cameras, some police and government agencies in Arizona are ending their use of the technology amid concerns about employee … more
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The town of Gilbert honored Royal Cothrun, center, for saving a senior woman's life when she was struggling in the heat, including giving him a key to the city. Honoring Cothrun is Fire & Rescue Chief Rob Duggan, left, and Vice Mayor Chuck Bongiovanni.
East Valley teen’s simple act of kindness saves senior citizen’s life
Royal Cothrun was hot, sweaty and ready to head home when something along his e-bike ride made him stop. An elderly woman carrying heavy bags was stumbling near South Valley Junior High. She … more
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