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Cowabunga! New England town celebrates being the birthplace of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

The city where the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were conceived has largely been overlooked during the crime-fighting quartet's meteoric rise. But a new museum exhibit hopes to change that. The …
Debate

Nez seeks improved infrastructure, better access to health care in CD2

Jonathan Nez plans to hit the ground running. Nez, the former president of the Navajo Nation in northeast Arizona, is a Democrat who “secured funds to construct new health care facilities …
UPDATE

Phoenix police identify officers shot, 1 remains in critical condition

The two Phoenix police officers who were shot in the line of duty Tuesday night have been identified as Zane Coolidge and Matthew Haney. Coolidge, who remains in critical condition, is a …
TRANSPORTATION

Busy work weekend on Valley freeways

Improvement projects will require closing roads and restricting lanes along several Valley freeways this weekend. State transportation officials said drivers should prepare for delays and …
FRIDAY DRAWING

West Valley ticket buyers win $50K in Mega Millions as jackpot soars to $740M

The estimated jackpot for Friday night’s Mega Millions drawing is $740 million, the seventh-highest in the games history, Arizona Lottery officials said. The estimated cash value is $366.3 …
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Surprise residents blast council, mayor over speaker's arrest

It took about a week to go viral, but the Aug. 20 arrest of Surprise resident Rebekah Massie finally spread across the world online and on national news networks.
Parks and Rec

South Mountain Speedway could be demolished, families fight for a place for kids to race

A racetrack where children race small cars in south Phoenix is in jeopardy of being demolished. Some families with young racers are looking for a way to keep it open. The South Mountain Speedway …
foodie watch

It’s go-time for triad of top-tier restaurants in northwest Valley

It is almost go-time for The Park at 83, Peoria’s newest gathering place that will feature the much awaited Postino WineCafé, North Italia, and Blanco Cocina + Cantina.
VALLEY TRAVEL

Delays, detours when I-10 section closes this weekend: ADOT

PHOENIX – Drivers should make plans if weekend travel involves a westbound Interstate 10 between US 60 and Interstate 17, state transportation officials said Thursday. The section of …

Abortion rights questions are on ballots in 9 states. Will they tilt elections?

Abortion rights questions are on the ballot in nine U.S. states in November and could help draw more voters to the polls. Experts say whether that helps put Democrats over the top in close elections …

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Speak Up: Arizona group sues 15 county recorders over voter registration

Unhappy with the response it got to its queries, an Arizona group that has claimed election irregularity in the state is now suing all 15 county recorders, accusing them of failing to do their jobs to ensure only citizens are voting.
Peoria Unified Superintendent KC Somers.

Somers: Peoria Unified making campuses more secure to prevent shootings

We recognize that yesterday was an incredibly difficult day as we mourned the lives lost in a tragic school shooting in Winder, Georgia.

Green: No more Biden; more Kelly!

One of the biggest developments of our state in the past few years is the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. campus in north Phoenix that will be home to thousands of jobs and supply our country …
Vince Barsolo, Televerde

Barsolo: From exclusion to inclusion — advocating for full voting rights

Election years are always a time of reflection and action. As the CEO of an organization committed to second-chance employment opportunities, I am frequently asked what message I would convey to …
Sara Wilson, Home Assist Health

Wilson: How Arizonans can help end our caregiver crisis

Arizona is in the midst of a caregiver crisis. Caregivers are the largest job role in the state, as well as experiencing the fastest growth and demand. Why? Because the number of caregivers is …

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Entertainment
Aaron Pierre, a cast member in the film "Rebel Ridge," poses for a portrait, Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Aaron Pierre is a star in the making. 'Rebel Ridge' shows you why

NEW YORK (AP) — Before Aaron Pierre wanted to act, he wanted to be the fastest man in the world. Growing up in West Croydon in London, Pierre was drawn to track and field. He thought gold …

'Demon Copperhead' author Barbara Kingsolver to receive National Book Award for lifetime achievement

NEW YORK (AP) — Barbara Kingsolver, this year's recipient of a National Book Award medal for literary achievement, remembers well the years she couldn't imagine receiving such honors. “I just …
Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau greets CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival Cameron Bailey, before the premiere of “Nutcrackers” at Roy Thomson Hall during the Toronto International Film Festival, Thursday, Sept. 5, 2024, in Toronto. (Christopher Katsarov/The Canadian Press via AP)

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt opening night of Toronto Film Festival

TORONTO (AP) — Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupted an opening night screening at the Toronto International Film Festival, chanting “Stop the genocide!" during opening remarks. At the …
FILE - Paris Hilton arrives at the 66th annual Grammy Awards in Los Angeles on Feb. 4, 2024. (Photo by Jordan Strauss/Invision/AP, File)

Paris Hilton waited 18 years to drop a new album. On 'Infinite Icon,' she's here to 'save pop music'

Nearly two decades ago, Paris Hilton released her debut album, 2006’s eponymous “Paris” — an album of breezy pop music that offered a soundtrack to her cheery and decadent public-facing …
FILE - Chester Bennington, left, performs during the MMRBQ Music Festival 2015 at the Susquehanna Bank Center in Camden, N.J., on May 16, 2015. (Photo by Owen Sweeney/Invision/AP, File)

Linkin Park reunite 7 years after Chester Bennington's death, with new music

NEW YORK (AP) — Linkin Park is back with a new lineup and debuting their first new music since the 2017 death of lead singer Chester Bennington. On Thursday, the band kicked off a livestream …

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LOCALIZE IT: How will direct pay for athletes impact collegiate sports programs and school finances?

EDITORS/NEWS DIRECTORS: College sports are on the cusp of becoming even more professionalized in the wake of a groundbreaking antitrust settlement allowing schools to share with their athletes a …

Astros host the Diamondbacks to begin 3-game series

The Houston Astros begin a three-game series at home against the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday.

Seattle hosts Phoenix after Diggins-Smith's 21-point showing

Seattle plays the Phoenix Mercury after Skylar Diggins-Smith scored 21 points in the Seattle Storm's 77-70 loss to the New York Liberty. The teams meet Saturday for the third time this season. …

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Countries have been focusing on finding more sophisticated technologies to gain an edge in the sport of cycling at the Paralympics. Director of U.S. Paralympics Cycling Ian Lawless has been …
New York Mets closer Edwin Díaz and younger brother Alexis, the Cincinnati Reds’ ace reliever, have pitched in the same game for the first time in their All-Star careers. Edwin Díaz struck out …
Atlanta plays the Indiana Fever after Rhyne Howard scored 33 points in the Dream's 107-96 overtime win over the Dallas Wings. Sunday's meeting will be the fourth of the season between the two teams. …

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Valley business

ASU maintains its role as an ‘economic engine’ in Tempe

As students head back to class at ASU, the university remains a major contributor to the local economy.

Arizona State University continues to be a major driver of Tempe’s economy according to local experts, with its impact going beyond just the tens of thousands of students spending and working in the city.

Taquitos chain closes shops in Chandler, Gilbert after 1 year

Roll-Em-Up Taquitos has closed its first Arizona location in downtown Chandler at about the same time its Gilbert location closed its doors. Both opened in the summer of 2023.

Roll-Em-Up Taquitos has closed its first Arizona location in downtown Chandler at about the same time its Gilbert location closed its doors. Both opened in the summer of 2023. The Chandler …

Ariat celebrates grand opening

Shoppers can enjoy refreshments and mocktails as part of Ariat’s Scottsdale Quarter location celebrates its grand opening Aug. 25.

Ariat clothing store in the Scottsdale Quarter, 15279 N. Scottsdale Road, suite B105, is celebrating it’s grand opening from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 25. Refreshments and mocktails will be …

Nordstrom Rack store headed to West Valley city

Fashion retailer Nordstrom announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in Surprise in fall 2025.

Seattle-based fashion retailer Nordstrom announced plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in Surprise in fall 2025.

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Neighbors

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 …

Local organist plays at Scottsdale Church

Dr. Jeremy Peterman will perform an organ recital Sept. 20 at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church in Scottsdale.

Dr. Jeremy Peterman, organist and handbell choir director at La Casa de Cristo Lutheran Church, 6300 Bell Road, in Scottsdale, will present an organ recital at the church at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20 …

Fiesta Bowl Charities donates $1.25 million to teachers

Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities is accepting applications from teachers across the state for a $2,500 to use in classrooms.

The Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers program returns this fall to deliver $1.25 million straight into Arizona classrooms. Five hundred teachers will receive $2,500 each for …

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D-backs’ prospect Lawlar iffy on Arizona Fall League action

Diamondbacks' prospect Jordan Lawlar rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the A’s during Spring Training in Mesa on Feb. 26, 2024.

The Arizona Fall League on Wednesday announced its team schedules for the new season starting next month, but don’t expect to see the Diamondbacks’ top prospect at a stadium near you.

Chief Keef reschedules Phoenix tour date

Chief Keef arrives at the BET Awards on June 25, 2023, at the Microsoft Theater in Los Angeles.

A Phoenix stop is among the rescheduled dates for rapper Chief Keef’s upcoming A Lil Tour.

Flute choir to perform 2 free shows in Peoria

The Central Arizona Flute Ensemble, or CAFE, will perform two free concerts Oct. 5-6 in Peoria.

Central Arizona Flute Ensemble will perform two shows of “CAFE Odyssey: A Musical Adventure” in the West Valley in October.

Spanish folk metal legends Mägo de Oz on way to Phoenix

Mägo de Oz will bring their Feliz No Cumpleaños Tour to downtown Phoenix on Oct. 22.

Mägo de Oz, the Spanish folk metal band known for fusing heavy metal with Celtic and Spanish folk influences, will bring their tour to downtown Phoenix.

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Obituaries & Memorials

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. …

George David Hudak

Devoted husband, father and a lifelong disciple of the Catholic Church, George David “Dave” Hudak. Born February 13th, 1941, passed away peacefully in the care of Hospice of the Valley, …

Mildred Marie Thompson

Mildred, cherished wife and mother, passed away Friday, August 2, 2024, in Peoria, Arizona, at the age of 95. She was born on March 2, 1929, in Miles City, Montana to Andrew Strand and Gladys …

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Nation

Maui's toxic debris could fill 5 football fields 5 stories deep. Where will it end up?

LAHAINA, Hawaii (AP) — Hinano Rodrigues remembers being 4 or 5 years old, carrying a bucket across a highway to the ocean in the Maui community where he still lives. At dawn, he would accompany …

Georgia school shooting suspect was troubled by a broken family, taunting at school, his father said

It was just the two of them, the teenager and his father, since an eviction a year earlier ended with the boy’s parents parting ways in a separation that fractured the entire family. That’s …

Tennis attire is everywhere. Credit the pandemic, social media and pickleball

While tennis fans savor the last matches of the U.S. Open, a subset of viewers have watched the tournament as a source of fashion inspiration. It may have escaped people who don’t pay attention to …

A man in California was charged with killing 81 animals in a three-hour shooting rampage

A man suspected of going on a three-hour shooting rampage in Northern California and killing 81 animals, including miniature horses, goats and chickens, pleaded not guilty to animal cruelty and other …

Nevada inmate was pepper-sprayed and held face down before he died. His death was ruled a homicide

An autopsy report shows that a Nevada prisoner died after he was pepper-sprayed, shackled and held face down. The report follows a nine-month investigation into the cause of Patrick Odale’s death …

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World

Israeli strikes in Gaza kill more than a dozen as health workers press on with polio vaccines

Israeli air raids in the Gaza Strip have killed more than a dozen people overnight into Saturday morning as health workers are wrapping up the second phase of an urgent polio vaccination campaign. …

Kenyan officials remove bodies as they try to confirm the death toll from a school dormitory fire

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Officials began removing the bodies of children who burned to death in a school dormitory in central Kenya on Sunday as they tried to account for dozens of boys who are still …

Ukraine mourns dead from major Russian strike, vows response with underground weapons production

Funeral services have been held in the eastern Ukrainian city of Poltava for the victims of one of the deadliest Russian airstrikes since the invasion began, which killed over 50 people at a military …

Algeria's aging president is expected to breeze to a second term in Saturday's election

ALGIERS, Algeria (AP) — Algerians head to the polls Saturday to cast votes for president and determine who will govern their gas-rich North African nation — five years after pro-democracy …

Venice Film Festival wrap-up: Awards, buzz and Kevin Costner’s ‘Horizon’

VENICE, Italy (AP) — The 81st edition of the Venice Film Festival is coming to close Saturday, with the world premiere of Kevin Costner’s “Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2” and the …

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