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Unconstitutional fees threaten ride-sharing at Sky Harbor
The city of Phoenix is attempting to raise rates by 200% for customers using ride-sharing platforms like Uber or Lyft when they travel at Sky Harbor Airport. more
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Let’s end 2019 on a safe note
Before you head out on the road, it’s worth taking some time to plan ahead. If you’re attending a holiday party, please make sure you have a safe ride home. more
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Simple senior moment or something more serious?
As we become more aware of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias as a society, we’re better equipped to spot the early warning signs of the disease and get friends, family or even ourselves to seek medical care sooner. more
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Burke: Social Security benefits increase in 2020
Each year, we announce the annual cost-of-living adjustment (COLA). By law, federal benefits increase when the cost of living rises, as measured by the Department of Labor’s Consumer Price … more
The 2020 census is on horizon
By law, the U.S. government is required to count the number of people living in the United States every 10 years. Getting an accurate count is important because census numbers impact daily life in the United States in many ways. more
Young adults for common sense gun safety
We are a group of high school and college students from around the country, concerned about the ongoing gun violence epidemic in our country. more
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Consider a year-end gift to a community non-profit
It’s the time of year when nonprofit organizations reach out to supporters and donors — current, past and new — to consider a year-end gift. more
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Hand-crafted artistic ceramic bowls, like those pictured here, will be sold to benefit West Valley charities at the WHAM Art Association’s 6th Annual Bowls of Hope event 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday at the WHAM Community Art Center, 16560 N. Dysart Road, Surprise. [Courtesy of WHAM]
Charity event: Your chance to get bowls, give hope
We are pleased to announce we will host our 6th Annual Bowls of Hope event in conjunction with our Art Bazaar and Sidewalk Chalk Art 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Saturday at the WHAM Community Art Center, 16560 N. Dysart Road, Surprise. more
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Cancer cures may already exist but might not reach patients
House Democrats recently unveiled H.R. 3, a proposal that would impose ill-considered price controls on prescription drugs. Patient advocates immediately panned the bill, warning that it would deter medical research and prevent scientists from developing future treatments and cures. more
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Swedish environmental activist Greta Thunberg, center, takes part during the Climate Strike, Friday, Sept. 20, 2019 in New York. [The Associated Press]
Divestment won’t fight climate change
Roughly 40,000 environmental activists recently descended on Lower Manhattan for a global climate strike. Many of the protesters marched with a specific goal in mind. more
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How Medicare can help you manage pain
If you have Medicare, there are covered options to help you manage pain safely and effectively. more
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Here is what the judge would do
I earlier wrote a guest commentary inviting you to be the judge. I told you that I’d follow-up and let you know how I address the situation, so here it is. more
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Graduates line up at the Oct. 11 certificate ceremony for the Arizona Department of Transportation’s new full-time Construction Academy program in Camp Verde. The pre-apprenticeship program prepares workers across the state for highway construction jobs. [Courtesy of ADOT]
Construction Academy provides fast track to careers
The two-week Construction Academy offers free training that helps women, minorities, veterans and members of other disadvantaged groups, including the unemployed, launch careers in construction. more
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What being Hispanic means to me
The military I know and work in today is a diverse force that encourages the promotion of people with different backgrounds. more
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How to stay heart healthy during the holidays
Being healthy over the holidays doesn’t mean giving up your favorite things. In fact, the American Heart Association wants you to commemorate the festive occasion without putting your healthy habits on hold. more
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Shale oil boom makes Middle East war less likely
It looks like the decade-old U.S. shale oil boom may keep us out of war. more
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‘Made in Arizona’ is an international enterprise
I’ll sometimes hear a pundit lament that “Nothing is made in America anymore.” In reality, there are nearly 13 million manufacturing workers in the United States, including thousands in Arizona. more
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All student IDs should have suicide prevention information
In 2012 my family experienced the loss of my brother Nathan due to suicide. After spending a full weekend with him at my parent’s house, none of us knew what was coming just two days later that Tuesday evening. more
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Be aware of little ones trick or treating on Thursday night. [MetroCreative]
Some tricks for handling Halloween rush hour
An earlier start home can help, and please watch out for boys and ghouls and there’s just no clowning around the fact that Halloween traffic can be scary. more
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Those who we count on the most are counting on you to fill in the four little blank lines marked “yes” and go to the mailbox. [Viva Teachers]
Say ‘yes’ to teachers and mail your ballot
That ballot on your kitchen counter — the one you’ve been looking at for a few days. Fill it out and mail it today. Don’t waste your vote. more
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