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ELECTION 2026

Clayton, Howard defeat incumbents in LD27

The Thunderbird 101 Office Park has sold for $19.7 million.

real estate

Thunderbird 101 Office Park in Peoria sells for $19.7M

Kelsey Spencer and Bella will be on hand for the Silver Lining Riding Fall Festival in Peoria on Friday, Nov. 13.

NEIGHBORS

Peoria fall festival celebrates healing power of horses

West Valley Preps 2026 football playoff Week 1 scoreboard

Games played Nov. 6 unless otherwise noted 5A first round #20 Sunrise Mountain (7-4) 31, #13 Gilbert Campo Verde (6-5) 20 #11 Cactus (9-2) 39, #22 Tucson Magnet (5-6) 10 #9 …

Ewing, Rooks to retain seats on Peoria Unified governing board

It appears Peoria Unified School District governing board incumbents Melissa Ewing and Heather Rooks will retain their seats, according to unofficial results.

Benny Sutton Jr., 63, was found dead in Yavapai County on the morning of Nov. 6, a result of the heavy rains that pummeled the state last weekend.

Castle Hot Springs resort employee found dead after major flood

After nearly a week-long search, Benny Sutton Jr., 63, was found dead in Yavapai County on the morning of Nov. 6, a result of the heavy rains that pummeled the state last weekend.

Peoria Recycles is Nov. 7, at the Peoria Sports Complex, an opportunity for residents to recycle a variety of items.

Clear the clutter at Peoria Recycles Day

Make room at home and safely dispose of unwanted items at Peoria Recycles Day on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 8 a.m. to noon, at the Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave.

The city of Peoria is offering a number of classes for kids during Thanksgiving week.

Reserve your child’s spot for Thanksgiving Week Camps in Peoria

Keep kids curious, creative, and active during Thanksgiving Week Tech Camps.

Sunrise Mountain girls volleyball players celebrate their first round win against Maricopa Nov. 5 with a handhakee line.

WEST VALLEY PREPS

Sunrise Mountain volleyball continues to roll in Peoria

Something changed for this Sunrise Mountain girls volleyball team between the first and second day of the Rise N' Roar Classic at Millennium and the Mustangs havn't lost since. Thursday night …

Goodyear resident Ed Runge, left, poses with his service dog, Thea, and Emilio Driscoll, development manager for Soldier’s Best Friend. Runge served 22 years in the Marine Corps and Navy.

Veteran support

Peoria-based Soldier's Best Friend bonds veteran, service dog

Ed Runge was anxious when he arrived at Perryville Women’s Prison to meet a potential service dog.

Michael Finn will be sworn in as the Peoria mayor in January.

election 2026

Miller concedes to Finn in Peoria mayoral race

Former Peoria Police Chief Art Miller has conceded the Peoria mayoral race to Councilor Michael Finn.

ORDINANCE

Board of Supervisors approves new e-bike policy

The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 4 approved an e-bike ordinance to no opposition during its formal meeting.

Peoria is offering business classes throughout November.

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Peoria offers variety of business classes in November

Whether you're launching a new venture or looking to grow an established business, Peoria's Economic Development Services is teaming up with community partners to offer affordable workshops.

O'Connor volleyball seniors Kristen Sheehy, left, and Berkley France stand under their photos in the Phoenix school's gym Nov. 4, one day before the 6A volleyball playoffs start.

WEST VALLEY PREPS

O'Connor senior leaders prepare for Arizona's top volleyball competition

O’Connor girls volleyball starts its greatest challenge Thursday night. While the Eagles start as the No. 2 seed and can get to the state final by winning three straight home games, the 6A Conference is deep

Incumbent Jennifer Crawford will retain her seat for the Acacia District in Peoria.

election 2026

Crawford will retain her seat in Peoria's Acacia District

Incumbent Jennifer Crawford will retain her seat for the Acacia District, which covers the southern part of the city, according to unofficial results.

Residents vote Tuesday, Nov. 3, at the Deer Valley Unified School District main office in Phoenix.

ELECTION 2026

Incumbent moves into 2nd as Deer Valley school board race remains tight

The Deer Valley Unified School District governing board election race remains close with fewer than 900 votes making up the difference — for now — between candidates seeking the second of two seats opening on the five-member board next month.

New River and Skunk Creek trails were closed due to heavy storms and flooding this week.

recreation

Peoria trails affected by heavy storms

Following the weekend’s heavy storms and flooding, several sections of the New River Trail remain underwater and impassable.

Three propositions are on most Peoria ballots this election.

election 2026

Voters supporting Peoria Unified override in 2026 General Election

Proposition 428, which asks Peoria Unified School District voters to approve a 13% maintenance and operations budget override, has jumped out to an early lead in the 2026 General Election, according to unofficial results.

Peoria Unified School District Administrative Offices

Election 2026

Ewing, Rooks get closer to retaining seats in race for Peoria Unified governing board

Peoria Unified School District governing board candidates Melissa Ewing and Heather Rooks have the lead in the 2026 General Election, according to unofficial results.

Republicans have an early lead in the race for Legislative District 28 House of Representatives.

election 2026

Republicans lead race for House of Representatives in Legislative District 28

Republicans David Livingston and Beverly Pingerelli have an early lead in the race for Legislative District 28 House of Representatives, according to unofficial results.

Republican Frank Carroll and Democrat Michael Braun are running for LD 28 Senate.

election 2026

Carroll takes early lead in race for Legislative District 28 Senate

Republican Frank Carroll has an early lead in the race for Legislative District 28 senate, according to unofficial results.

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Opinions with Civility

Question of the Week: Did midterm election attack ads sway your vote?

Nov. 3 brought a merciful end to nonstop political attack ads by candidates and political action committees in the run-up to Election Day. They unfold predictably: tear down the opponent with the …

Honoring those who served: Why I still do this work after 30 years

OPINION — Every Veterans Day, there is a moment that reminds me why I do this work. It isn’t the marching bands, the magnificent floats or the thousands of spectators lining Phoenix streets.

Teachers’ union celebrates Arizona’s legislative flip, statewide wins for public education

OPINION — Following landmark midterm election results across the state, the Arizona Education Association is celebrating victories for public education and working families, attributing historic wins to years of organizing by AEA members up and down the state. This election has produced a monumental shift in state leadership.