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Gilbert Public Schools icon Sheila Rogers Uggetti dies
The Latest: Trump safe after gunshots reported, Biden and Harris have been briefed
ID PROJECT
Keys to Change helps 8,300 get Arizona-issued IDs

Democrats put up $25 million to reach voters in 10 states in fierce fight for Senate majority

Democrats are pumping $25 million into expanded voter outreach across 10 states as part of their effort to protect their narrow Senate majority. The new spending from the Democratic Senatorial …

Arizona man accused of online terror threats has been arrested in Montana

Authorities say an Arizona man wanted for allegedly making online terroristic threats has been arrested in Montana. Flagstaff police say 36-year-old Justin Wayne Hill was taken into custody Sunday in …
SOUTHWEST VALLEY

‘Billy Moore Days’ coming to Avondale to salute city founder

Head to the Southwest Valley for an annual celebration to honor a city founder.
DISABILITIES PART 2

‘Untold Stories’ shines light violence against those with disabilities

She first experienced the bullying in elementary school.

3 dead, 2 injured in Arizona tractor-trailer crash

Authorities say three people are dead and two others seriously injured in a car crash near the Arizona-New Mexico border. Arizona Department of Public Safety officials say a tractor-trailer and …
Arizona Election 2024

Mixed-status families in Arizona face Trump or Harris immigration policies

WASHINGTON — Fear for his undocumented parents haunted Mario Montoya throughout his childhood in Mesa. Sometimes it turned to outright terror, like the time his mom got into a car crash. …
INVESTIGATION CONTINUES

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. …
elections 2024

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 …
REPEAL

Arizona's 1864 abortion ban is officially off the books

PHOENIX  - Arizona’s Civil War-era ban on nearly all abortions has been repealed. Gov. Katie Hobbs released a statement on the repeal, which when into effect Saturday: “When the …
disabilities part 1

Audits find abuse, deaths in group homes for those with developmental, intellectual disabilities

Audits have found “significant systemic issues” and collected more than 2,000 complaints in 2023 at state-licensed group homes where individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities are cared for.

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Opinions with Civility

Samuelson: Congressman Gallego is a representative to be proud of

A year and a half ago, I thought everything in my life had finally fallen into place. I had a good job, was happily married to the love of my life, John, and we were thinking about retirement and …
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 …

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Huw Edwards an ex-BBC news presenter arrives at Westminster Magistrate's Court for sentencing after he pleaded guilty to three counts of making indecent images of children in London, Monday, Sept. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Frank Augstein)

Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards arrives for sentencing hearing on indecent image charges

LONDON (AP) — A former top BBC news presenter arrived at court Monday to be sentenced for accessing indecent images of children sent to him by a man via the WhatsApp messaging service. Huw …
FILE - Tito Jackson, a member of the famed Jackson 5, poses for a portrait in Los Angeles, July 24, 2019, to promote his solo project, a new version of his 2017 song "One Way Street." (Photo by Mark Von Holden/Invision/AP, File)

Tito Jackson, member of the Jackson 5, has died at 70, his sons say

Tito Jackson, one of the brothers who made up the beloved pop group the Jackson 5, has died at age 70. Tito was the third of nine Jackson children, which includes global superstars Michael and sister …
Hillary Clinton speaks during the Democratic National Convention Monday, Aug. 19, 2024, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)

Hillary Clinton takes stock of life's wins and losses in a memoir inspired by a Joni Mitchell lyric

At 76, Hillary Clinton is taking stock of her life – its wins and its losses – in a new memoir. Inspired by a Joni Mitchell lyric, “Something Lost, Something Gained” aims to present, she …
Antony Starr, from left, Kathy Bates, and Giancarlo Esposito present the award for outstanding supporting actress in a limited or anthology series or movie during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

Emmy Moments: Hosts gently mock 'The Bear,' while TV villains and 'Saturday Night Live' celebrated

The Emmys on Sunday had plenty of fun moments and two hosts who gently mocked themselves. There were to be reunions of shows like “Happy Days” and “The West Wing,” and celebration of themes, …
Hosts Eugene Levy, left, and Dan Levy speak during the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sunday, Sept. 15, 2024, at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Chris Pizzello)

The Latest: Emmy Awards honor the best of TV with father-son duo Eugene and Dan Levy as hosts

The father-son duo of Eugene and Dan Levy have opened the 76th Primetime Emmy Awards. “Shogun,” “The Bear” and “Baby Reindeer” are favorites going into the night. “Shogun'' is expected …

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Suárez caps 3-run rally in 10th, D-backs beat Brewers 11-10 after wasting 5-run lead, avoid sweep

Eugenio Suárez hit a game-ending single off the right-field wall, just a few feet shy of a grand slam, capping a three-run 10th inning that led Arizona Diamondbacks over the Milwaukee Brewers 11-10 …

Griner, Taurasi deliver in clutch and Mercury defeat Sky 93-88

Brittney Griner scored 26 points, Diana Taurasi added 25 and the Phoenix Mercury held off the Chicago Sky 93-88. The loss, Chicago’s eighth in the last 10 games, leaves the Sky in a tie with …

Brewers seek to extend win streak, play the Diamondbacks

The Milwaukee Brewers will try to build upon a three-game win streak with a victory against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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National sports
Two former Olympic champions are in the race to be the next IOC president. So is a prince of a Middle East kingdom and a former IOC president's son. The global leaders of cycling, gymnastics and …
After a thrilling Azerbaijan Grand Prix, it seems like nearly half the field is capable of winning races in Formula 1. McLaren chief executive Zak Brown, whose driver Lando Norris is Max …
The biggest challenge to Manchester City’s Premier League dominance was due to start on Monday at a hearing into a slew alleged financial breaches. On the line is City’s reputation and punishment …

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Arizona Medical Spa expands to Arcadia in October

The interior of a Derma Health Skin & Laser location. A new location is opening in Arcadia this October.

A local medical spa in Arizona is expanding to Arcadia as principals prepare to open a fifth location this October. Derma Health Skin & Laser, which has been locally owned and operated since …

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.

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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

Gerald D Sohn

Gerald “Jerry” Dennis Sohn, 91. Born July 24, 1933, and welcomed into Heaven on September 12, 2024,

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 …

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Nation

Teal Ranked Among Elite Managed Service Providers on Channel Futures 2024 Next Generation List

- The Next Generation List Honors Innovative, Growing MSPs - WASHINGTON, D.C. and MINNEAPOLIS, Minn., Sept. 16, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Teal has been named as one of the world’s premier …

Autoworkers demonstrate in Brussels to protest layoff threats across the EU industrial base

BRUSSELS (AP) — Thousands of disgruntled workers demonstrated in the Belgian capital on Monday to protest the threat of massive layoffs in a state-of-the-art Brussels car factory that stands as a …

A union leader freed from prison vows to continue a strike against Cambodia's's biggest casino

PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — A union leader freed from prison Monday after serving time for her part in a strike against Cambodia’s biggest casino has vowed to continue the labor action until …

Israel-Hamas war latest: Israeli airstrikes kill 16 in Gaza, including 4 children, Palestinians say

Palestinian officials say Israeli airstrikes have killed 16 people in the Gaza Strip, including five women and four children. A strike early Monday flattened a home in the built-up Nuseirat refugee …

PHOTO COLLECTION: Central Europe Floods

This is a collection of photos chosen by AP photo editors.

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World

The Taliban have suspended polio vaccination campaigns in Afghanistan, the UN says

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — The Taliban have suspended polio vaccination campaigns in Afghanistan, the U.N. said Monday. Afghanistan is one of two countries in which the spread of the …

Yemen's Houthi rebels say they downed another US-made MQ-9 Reaper drone

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Yemen's Houthi rebels claimed Monday that they shot down another American-made MQ-9 Reaper drone, with video circulating online showing what appeared to be a …

Flooding in Central Europe leaves 5 dead in Poland and 1 in Czech Republic

PRAGUE (AP) — Massive flooding in Central Europe killed five more people in Poland and one in Czech Republic, officials said Monday. The number of flood victims in southwestern Poland rose from …

Japan celebrates record Emmy wins for 'Shogun'

Japan erupted with joy Monday as the samurai series “Shogun” won a record 18 Emmys for its first season. It took home prizes including Outstanding Drama Series, as star and co-producer Hiroyuki …

Germany begins conducting checks at all its land borders

KEHL, Germany (AP) — Germany on Monday began random checks at its borders with five Western European nations as it seeks to crack down on irregular migration, expanding a system of controls that …

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