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Last survivor of Tempe mobile home fire dies

A 22-year-old woman died Friday night after fighting for her life for more than two weeks following a fire at a mobile home park in Tempe. Valerie Magana-Gonzalez, 22, died about 10:30 p.m. …
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Chandler lawmaker: Gallego’s personal life not under-discussed

Two state lawmakers who are seeking reelection covered a lot of ground in a Sept. 6 Chandler Chamber of Commerce state legislative recap forum. One question asked of state Sen. J.D. Mesnard at …
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Gilbert couple talks about Disneyland's exclusive Club 33 after member battle

A Gilbert couple is spilling the beans about what goes on at the exclusive Disneyland Club 33, a members-only organization that costs thousand a year to join. Scott and Diana Anderson, who live …
MURDER CHARGE

Police make arrest, ID victim in West Valley shooting

A 32-year-old man has been arrested in the death of Cesar Aguilar who was shot about 5:15 p.m. Aug. 27 near 43 rd Avenue and Camelback Road, Phoenix police said. Jose McInturf faces first-degree …
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Tempe police investigate Arizona Mills mall shooting

Several law enforcement agencies were called to Arizona Mills mall in Tempe on Friday night following a 911 call reporting shots fired at the food court. No one was hurt, police said. Tempe …

Clock is ticking for local governments to use billions of dollars of federal pandemic aid

Time is running out for local governments to use billions of dollars of federal pandemic relief funds. The American Rescue Plan passed by Congress in 2021 provided $350 billion to states, counties, …
TRANSPORTATION

Weekend work affects travel near Sky Harbor Airport, other parts of Valley

Drivers near Sky Harbor Airport and those using Interstate 17 in north Phoenix will see detours signs on their travels this weekend. The Arizona Department of Transportation announced the …
Arizona Elections 2024

Clean Elections leader defends excluding Green Party candidate from Senate debate

PHOENIX — The head of the Citizens Clean Elections Commission insists his agency violated no laws or rules in refusing to let the Green Party nominee for U.S. Senate participate in the …
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Tempe police identify man killed in officer-involved shooting

A 44-year-old man died Thursday at the scene of an officer-involved shooting, Tempe police said Friday morning. Jake R. Carruth was shot by officers who responded to a 911 call in the 1100 block …
utilities

Chandler spending $14M on water meter system

Chandler’s City Council approved funding for more than 40 goods and services at its Sept. 12 meeting. Only one cost as much as $14 million. That’s the cost of a contract with …

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María Alicia Valenzuela

Valenzuela: Valley Latinos face barriers in healthcare

Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, is an opportunity to honor the rich history and culture of Hispanic and Latino communities. While this month-long celebration is …
Sara Guillermo

Guillermo: Gen Z voters want clear policies on the economy

A critical deficit struck me as I watched the presidential debate. Working with Gen Z around politics, I’ve seen a dominant theme emerging. The cost of living and economic pressures are on …
Francine Sumner

Sumner: Suicide prevention — a mother’s call to action

On June 13, 2017, my world shattered. I lost my youngest son, Zachary, to suicide. He was just 16 years old; a high school student here in the Valley. Words cannot capture the depth of my grief, …

Staff: Town of Payson issues statement on $70 million bond issue lawsuit

Town of Payson, Arizona — Public Statement on Lawsuit Filed Against the Town Payson Realtor Deborah Rose, represented by the Goldwater Institute, has filed a lawsuit seeking to block …

Shaw: More Trump lunacy on tax policy

In tax policy during Trump’s rally in Tucson Thursday: On the path to elimination of all taxes? Eliminate overtime pay from taxes? How is that equitable for a salaried worker making the …

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FILE - A crew member sweeps the stage during Press Preview Day for the 71st Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on Sept. 19, 2019. (Photo by Chris Pizzello/Invision/AP, File)

How to watch and stream the 76th annual Emmy Awards

If it seems like the Emmys just happened, you’re not wrong. The 76th Emmy Awards are Sunday, roughly nine months after the last celebration of the best television. Last year’s Hollywood strikes …
FILE - Dave Navarro, left, and Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction peform during KAABOO 2017 at the Del Mar Racetrack and Fairgrounds on Saturday, Sept. 16, 2017, in San Diego, Calif. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invision/AP, File)

Wife of Jane's Addiction frontman says tension and animosity led to onstage scuffle

The wife of Jane's Addiction lead singer Perry Farrell says a scuffle on stage involving her husband was caused by “tension and animosity” within the band during their reunion tour. The band is …
Miami Beach residents and visitors can feel it coming in the air tonight _ and the rest of the weekend _ as “Miami Vice” cast and crew gather to celebrate the iconic television series’ 40th anniversary. (AP Video/ David Fischer)

Actors and fans celebrate the ‘Miami Vice’ television series’ 40th anniversary in Miami Beach

MIAMI BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Miami Beach residents and visitors can feel it coming in the air tonight — and the rest of the weekend — as “Miami Vice” cast and crew gather to celebrate the …
FILE - Lil Wayne performs during "The Miseducation of Lauryn Hill" 25th anniversary tour, Nov. 5, 2023, at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, Calif. (Photo by Willy Sanjuan/Invision/AP, File)

Lil Wayne feels hurt after being passed over as Super Bowl halftime headliner. The snub 'broke' him

Lil Wayne opened up for the first time about his devastation after not being selected as the 2025 Super Bowl halftime show headline performer in his hometown of New Orleans. The rap megastar publicly …
Surprise youth actress Ellie Mae Smith is only 13 but she already has an IMDB page.

Young Surprise actress already forging a career

Surprise actress Ellie Mae Smith has earned multiple awards for her work, including a youth Oscar.

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Phoenix faces Chicago on 3-game skid

Phoenix enters the matchup with Chicago after losing three straight games. Sunday's meeting will be the third of the season between the two teams. Chicago is 6-13 at home, and Phoenix is 7-11 on the …

AP Sports Digest

The highlights of the AP Sports report. An up-to-the minute listing of all stories planned is available in Coverage Plan on AP Newsroom, https://newsroom.ap.org/coverageplan. You can also find a link …

Tatís homers, Cease strikes out 10 as Padres blank Giants 5-0

Fernando Tatís Jr. hit a two-run homer, Dylan Cease pitched six shutout innings and the San Diego Padres beat the San Francisco Giants 5-0 on Friday night. The Padres are a half-game ahead of the …

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Oscar Piastri overtook Charles Leclerc to win the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as Formula 1 title challenger Lando Norris staged a stunning comeback to finish ahead of standings leader Max Verstappen. …
England and English soccer teams could be removed from UEFA competitions if a new regulator is considered to be “Government interference” in the sport. In a letter sent by UEFA to the U.K.’s …
Blue Jackets general manager Don Waddell places the focus on returning to hockey while acknowledging how challenging that will be in the aftermath of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew's deaths. …

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HonorHealth to invest $250M over 15 years in former Steward health care facilities

HonorHealth CEO Todd LaPorte shared more about the group's recent acquisition of Steward's East Valley facilities.

HonorHealth has assumed operations of Steward Health Care’s facilities in the East Valley as of Sept. 11, and according to its CEO, there will be roughly $250 million invested into these facilities to incorporate them into the HonorHealth system.

National insurance marketing org opens Scottsdale office

The lounge at the Brokers Alliance office in Scottsdale.

One of the largest insurance marketing organizations in the country is opening a new office in the Scottsdale Quarter. Brokers Alliance is opening a 2,000-square-foot office at 15169 N. …

Phoenix dance studio to host Halloween costume sale, fall festival

Bender Performing Arts in Phoenix will host a Halloween costume sale this month, and then a Family Fall Festival in October.

Bender Performing Arts, in Phoenix, has a couple upcoming events for fall.

Phoenix property company, others chip in to pack 400K meals for hungry

Representatives of Lincoln Property Co. were among hundreds of volunteers in Arizona and thousands nationwide packing meals for the hungry as part of a Sept. 11 volunteer effort.

Phoenix employees at the Lincoln Property Co. chipped in on Sept. 11 along with workers and volunteers from throughout the Valley to pack more than 400,000 meals for the hungry in the U.S. The …

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Neighbors

Meet Peter – Fun loving boy looking to get hands-on with forever family

Meet Peter, a smart and fun-loving boy who isn’t afraid to get dirty! Whether it’s creating abstract art using water balloons and drip techniques or tending to his radishes in his garden, Peter likes to be fully involved in every activity.

Phoenix Children’s 5k and Kids Dash set for Oct. 5

The Phoenix Children’s 5k and Kids Dash is scheduled Oct. 5.

The Phoenix Children’s 5k and Kids Dash is scheduled for 7:30 a.m. on Oct. 5 at the Salt River Fields at Talking Stick Resort, 7555 N. Pima Rd., in Scottsdale. The 3.1-mile family-friendly …

Meet Jessica – Nurturing teen ready for forever family

Jessica

Jessica is a loving and nurturing teen who loves to help others. Whether it’s teaching people new games, helping others with homework, or doing chores around the house Jessica likes to be a …

Scottsdale diversity champions sought

Scottsdale nonprofit Community Celebrating Diversity is seeking nominations for its annual Diversity Champions Awards. The selected nominees will be honored at the annual Scottsdale Celebrates MLK Jr. community dinner event, which will be held at 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Jan. 16, 2025, at the field house at Scottsdale Stadium.

Scottsdale nonprofit Community Celebrating Diversity is seeking nominations for its annual diversity champions awards. Each Diversity Champion Award recipient will be a person who has greatly …

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Things to do

Bao, dumpling, noodles festival to make yummy return to Peoria

The Arizona Bao and Dumpling Festival, with the Nom Nom Noodles Festival, will return for a sixth year.

Phoenix dance studio to host Halloween costume sale, fall festival

Bender Performing Arts in Phoenix will host a Halloween costume sale this month, and then a Family Fall Festival in October.

Bender Performing Arts, in Phoenix, has a couple upcoming events for fall.

Last call to register for Peoria Fire-Medical Citizen's Academy

Registration is almost closed for Peoria Fire-Medical’s Citizens Academy.

Registration is almost closed for Peoria Fire-Medical’s Citizens Academy.

Chaparral High School Theater program performs ‘Little Shop of Horrors’

Chaparral High School’s theater program will perform “Little Shop of Horrors” musical Sept. 18, 20 and 21. Tickets are $10 for students and $15 for adults.

Scottsdale Unified School District’s Chaparral High School’s theater program will perform “Little Shop of Horrors” musical Sept. 18, 20 and 21. There will be no show on Sept. …

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Obituaries & Memorials

Sherrill Gordon Box

Sherrill Gordon Box April 20, 1948 – August 2024 Age 76 It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Sherrill Gordon Box, who left us in August 2024 at her home in Sun City …

Timothy B Reasoner

Timothy Reasoner passed away on August 13th, 2024 at the age of 77. His death was due to heart failure rising from his time in Vietnam and exposure to agent orange. Tim wore many hats and loved …

Mary Nasca

Mary Angela Ambrose Nasca passed away after a battle with pancreatic cancer on August 11, 2024 at her home in Sun City West, Arizona. Mary was born on March 24, 1951 in Dunkirk, New York to …

Charlene Clauser Young

Charlene Clauser Young 1937 – 2024 Sun City, Arizona Charlene Clauser Young, 86 of Sun City, Arizona passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. She was born October 16, 1937, in …

Jennifer Ellen (Kassube) Scherf

Jennifer passed away August 29, 2024, after a brief illness. She was a member of Saint Clement of Rome Catholic Church in Sun City, Arizona. Jenny was born on November 7, 1942, in Washington, D.C. …

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Profiles in clean energy: She founded a business to keep EV charging stations up and running

The race is on to build out a convenient and fully functional network of electric vehicle charging stations across the U.S. Entrepreneur Kameale Terry foresaw one issue this would create: keeping …

McCormick's hedge fund days are a double-edged sword in Pennsylvania's Senate race

HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Before he ran for the U.S. Senate in Pennsylvania, David McCormick was a big name on Wall Street. He was the CEO of the world's largest hedge fund, a world-traveled …

Several people have died trying to cross the English Channel from France, authorities say

Authorities say several people have during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France. A rescue operation is underway Sunday morning, and survivors of the tragedy have been …

Air Canada and pilots union reach a tentative agreement to avoid a shutdown

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Air Canada and the union representing its pilots have come to terms on a labor agreement that is likely to prevent a shutdown of Canada’s largest airline. Talks betwen …

A river otter attacks a child at a Seattle-area marina

BREMERTON, Wash. (AP) — A river otter attacked a child at a Seattle-area marina, dragging the youngster from a dock and into the water before the mother rescued her child, wildlife officials …

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World

Two people die in Ukraine's Odesa after Moscow and Kyiv exchange drone and missile attacks

KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Two people died in a missile attack on the Ukrainian Black Sea port city of Odesa, local officials said, as Moscow and Kyiv exchanged drone and missile attacks. The …

Leading Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury dies at 76

BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanese novelist Elias Khoury who dedicated much of his writings to the Palestinian cause and taught at universities around the world, making him one of Lebanon’s most prominent …

UK royal social media accounts offer birthday wishes to Prince Harry

LONDON (AP) — Britain’s royal social media accounts posted 40th birthday wishes Sunday for Prince Harry, marking the milestone celebration despite longstanding strains following the publication …

A least 8 people have died trying to cross the English Channel, French authorities say

NICE, France (AP) — At least eight people died during a failed attempt to cross the English Channel from northern France, French maritime authorities said Sunday. The incident occurred Saturday …

Rising floodwaters trigger evacuations in Czech Republic and Poland

PRAGUE (AP) — Another night of torrential rains pounding Central Europe forced massive evacuations in the hardest hit areas in the Czech Republic, where floods reached extreme levels on Sunday. …

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