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New information has come out regarding a scandal at Centennial High School.
Former Centennial High principal reprimanded in sex abuse case investigation
New information has come out regarding a former Centennial High School principal and his failure to act regarding a teacher and her alleged sexual misconduct with a student. more
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Peoria City Council at their Sept. 15 meeting will consider the purchase of Vidler Water Company.
Peoria council to consider purchase of Vidler Water Company for $104M
Amid recent reductions in the allotment of Colorado River Water to the lower basin states, Peoria City Council at their Sept. 15 meeting will consider the purchase of Vidler Water Company for $104 million. more
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School districts race to keep up with rapid growth
The new houses keep appearing. In Queen Creek, subdivisions stretch across what was once open desert. In Buckeye, neighborhoods are pushing farther west along Interstate 10. more
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5-year-old Peoria boy dies after being left in car, parents arrested
The parents of a 5-year-old face negligent homicide charges after their son died when he was left inside a vehicle for more than two hours Sunday afternoon, Peoria police said. Mihail Sabo and … more
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Prop 320, the classroom-spending proposal was initially advanced as HCR 2007 before its provisions were incorporated into SCR 1032, the resolution ultimately referred to voters as Proposition 320.
Arizona districts face potential funding losses under Prop. 320
Arizona voters will decide in November whether certain school districts should be required to direct at least 60% of their operational spending to direct instructional expenses, a proposal that … more
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Peoria City Councilmember Jennifer Crawford
Peoria councilor responds to residency allegations
Peoria Councilmember Jennifer Crawford has responded to allegations that she does not live in the district she represents, and in doing so alleged the husband of a former mayor perpetuated disinformation about her residence. more
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Harry Styles will kick off 2027 tour in Glendale
Harry Styles will launch the 2027 leg of his “Together, Together” world tour in Glendale, opening the expanded run with back-to-back concerts April 2 and 3 at State Farm Stadium. more
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Vitalant is bringing the next community blood drive to Arrowhead Towne Center in Glendale Sept. 19
Vitalant slates next blood drive outside Glendale mall
Each day, Vitalant needs 600 donors to maintain the blood supply requirements of hospitals across Arizona. The public can join Arrowhead Towne Center in meeting this demand by participating in a … more
O'Connor defensive players celebrate recovering a fumble in the final two minutes of the game Sept. 11. The Eagles upset No. 10 Mesa Red Mountain 45-35.
O'Connor finishes strong against Mesa contender for landmark win
Colton Fahndrich kept his head after losing a fumble late in the third quarter with his team trailing by five. The O’Connor sophomore running back believed the defense would get the stop, and … more
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Gas prices are seen at the Circle K at 107th Ave. and Union Hills on Sept. 11, 2026. Despite the instability in the Middle East, gas prices dropped a cent this week according to AAA Arizona.
Where to find the cheapest gas in Peoria
Gas prices in the Valley dropped slightly despite more instability in the Middle East, as a gallon of gas averaged $4.62 a gallon, down one cent from last week, according to AAA Arizona. more
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O'Connorupset previously unbeaten Mesa Red Mountain 45-35 Sept. 11 in Phoenix.
2026 West Valley Preps Week 3 football scoreboard
Games played  Sept. 11 unless otherwise noted 6A #20 O'Connor (2-1) 45, #10 Mesa Red Mountain (201) 35 #3 Liberty (3-0) 41 , #15 Gilbert Highland (2-1) 7 #5 Centennial (3-0) … more
Three Muslims were killed at the Islamic Center of San Diego in May. The shooting is part of a new post 9/11 wave of Islamophobic activity occurring across the country, including in Arizona.
New wave of anti-Muslim sentiment rises 25 years after 9/11
In the wake of the 9/11 terrorist attacks of 2001, the country experienced a widespread wave of hate crimes against Muslims, ranging from property damage to violence, including murder. Now, as … more
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