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Arizona tribe fights to stop lithium drilling on culturally significant lands

A Native American tribe is trying to persuade a U.S. judge to extend a temporary ban on exploratory drilling for a lithium project in Arizona. It's near lands that tribal members have used for …

Judge rejects former Trump aide Mark Meadows’ bid to move Arizona election case to federal court

A judge has rejected former President Donald Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows’ bid to move his charges in Arizona’s fake elector case to federal court. Monday's decision marked the second time …

Man charged with first-degree murder in shooting of Phoenix police officer

Authorities say a man accused of fatally shooting one Phoenix police officer and wounding another has been charged with first-degree murder. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced Monday …

Brush fire leads to evacuations in a north-central Arizona town

Residents in Yarnell, Arizona, are evacuating due to a fast-moving brush fire. Yavapai County Sheriff’s officials announced the evacuation orders Monday afternoon. People living in the Yarnell …
Prostate cancer

Gilbert man pushing back against prostate cancer with more personalized care

Joseph Gerace ignored the signs. Gerace, a Gilbert resident, couldn’t urinate for about two weeks straight. Then, his daughter Trisha told him she was calling the paramedics. He …
EDUCATION

Chandler school board briefed on assessment testing

Chandler Unified School District used Sept. 11 work session time to bring the CUSD Governing Board up to speed on all its types of student assessments. The pre-meeting work session, devoted to …
FIRST RESPONDERS

MCSO recovers body of drowned male at Lake Pleasant

The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office Remote Operating Vehicle has recovered the body of a male who drowned at Lake Pleasant yesterday.
Arizona Election 2024

Arizona voters concerned about partisanship, but want more access to elections in new survey

A new survey of Arizona voters’ attitudes shows the electorate is concerned about partisanship in election, but many are committed to having more access to voting. The results are part of …
ARIZONA LOTTERY

Mesa Fantasy 5 ticket buyer celebrates lucky Friday the 13th

A $194,000 Fantasy 5 ticket was sold in Mesa for the Sept. 13 drawing, Arizona Lottery officials announced Monday. The ticket was purchased at the QuikTrip, 5957 E. McDowell Road. A $10,000 …
COMING SOON

Arizona’s first Tianyu Lights Festival coming to Glendale

The Tianyu Lights Festival, a nighttime walk-through experience that combines nature and art through light effects, is coming to Glendale.

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Jim Constantopoulos

Constantopoulos: The peril of America’s dependence on China for defense metals

After Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.S. quickly made large amounts of liquefied natural gas available to our allies in Europe. The shipments saved Europe from a cutoff of …

Copeland: Why we should redefine the term ‘abortion’

I am concerned because it seems like we need to redefine our terms relating to the word  “abortion." Abortion should not apply to the medical procedure of removing a dead child from a …

Carbello: The problem is the way people with disabilities are seen — as subhuman and of no value

Group homes have had problems from the beginning. When the federal government mandated moving people out of institutions and into the community, they didn’t plan very well. Most states were not …

Schweers: Protect democracy, vote for Harris/Walz

It’s insane that anyone is still undecided or supporting Trump. The debate showed us what Trump values and for whom he fights (only himself, millionaires, billionaires). How can anyone …

Mitzner: Swifties not so swift

Taylor Swift was living the American girl dream. Never more. When Taylor opened her mouth about presidential politics the bubble burst. Taylor did not understand fans watch sports to …

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David Letterman arrives at federal court in New York, Monday Sept. 16, 2024. (AP Photo/Stefan Jeremiah)

On jury duty, David Letterman auditioned for a role he's never gotten

The longtime host of “The Late Show with David Letterman” made it to the final cuts before getting knocked off a jury about to hear a criminal trial involving cryptocurrency. Letterman, who …
A New York woman is challenging the longstanding rules of Miss America and Miss World that disqualify mothers from their beauty pageants.

A New York woman is challenging Miss America, Miss World rules banning mothers from beauty pageants

A New York woman is challenging the longstanding rules of Miss America and Miss World that disqualify mothers from their beauty pageants. Danielle Hazel filed a complaint Monday with the city’s …
FILE - Dave Navarro, left, and Perry Farrell of Jane's Addiction perform at Lollapalooza on July 30, 2016, in Chicago. (Photo by Rob Grabowski/Invision/AP, File)

Jane's Addiction cancels its tour in the wake of an onstage concert fracas

The alternative rock band Jane’s Addiction has scuttled its latest tour following an onstage scuffle between lead singer Perry Farrell and guitarist Dave Navarro. In a statement, the bands says it …
Lil Tecca poses for a portrait on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, in New York. (Photo by Andy Kropa/Invision/AP)

For rapper Lil Tecca, there was only ever a 'Plan A.' His new album reflects the journey

NEW YORK (AP) — There's the story everyone knows about Lil Tecca, and then there is Tyler Sharpe, the rapper-producer with big aspirations and the dedication to see it through. His fourth studio …
The Scottsdale Philharmonic has released dates of this season’s concerts.

Scottsdale Philharmonic Kicks off with Tchaikovsky’s Italian Masterpiece

The Scottsdale Philharmonic will kick off its 2024-25 season on Sunday, Oct. 13 with Tchaikovsky’s Italian Masterpiece. Other concerts This season include: • Nov. 17 — The …

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With Kyler Murray at the top of his game, the Cardinals proved they can be a good team

Kyler Murray is at the top of his game. Now in his sixth season, the former No. 1 overall pick delivered one of the best performances of his career in the Arizona Cardinals' 41-10 win over the Los …

The 0-2 Rams are buried under an avalanche of injuries, and now the 49ers are coming to town

The Los Angeles Rams are off to their first 0-2 start to a season since Les Snead became their general manager 12 years ago. They’re coming off their worst loss under coach Sean McVay, a 41-10 …

Judge is awesome. So is Ohtani. But it's the balanced Diamondbacks who have MLB's best offense

Aaron Judge is mashing homers at an astounding pace for the New York Yankees. Shohei Ohtani provides the same type of thump for the Los Angeles Dodgers. But it’s the Arizona Diamondbacks that have …

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Andrew Benintendi homered twice for the third time this season and drove in four runs, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Los Angeles Angels 8-4 for their first three-game winning streak in nearly …
Yu Darvish had his best outing since being sidelined for more than three months, and rookie Jackson Merrill and Jurickson Profar homered as the San Diego Padres beat the Houston Astros 3-1. The …
Saquon Barkley had at least a first down, maybe even a touchdown, in his grasp that would have sealed the Eagles’ win in their home open. Barkley instead bobbled a reception and couldn’t hold on …

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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

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

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

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.

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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

Tough treatment and good memories mix at newest national site dedicated to Latinos

In the second half of the 20th century, Mexican and Mexican-American children in Marfa, Texas, were educated in an adobe-style building in classrooms that alumni describe as barracks. They …

Mother of Colorado supermarket guman says he is 'sick' and denies knowing about plan

BOULDER, Colo. (AP) — The last time Khadija Ahidid saw her son, he came to breakfast in 2021 looking “homeless” with big hair so she offered to give him $20 so he could go get a shave or a …

Donald Trump doesn't share details about his family's cryptocurrency venture during X launch event

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has launched his family’s cryptocurrency venture, World Liberty Financial, with an interview on the X social media platform. He has also given his first …

Defense questions police practices as 3 ex-officers stand trial in Tyre Nichols' death

MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Defense attorneys tried to poke holes in officer training practices and policies while questioning a police lieutenant Monday during the trial of three former Memphis officers …

UAW fight with Stellantis escalates as union files unfair labor charges over factory commitments

The United Auto Workers' rift with Stellantis widened Monday as the union filed federal labor charges over factory commitments in Illinois and alleged that the company plans to move some SUV …

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World

2 people reported dead in China as Typhoon Bebinca is downgraded to a tropical storm

BEIJING (AP) — Two people died in China’s eastern Jiangsu province as Typhoon Bebinca brought torrential rains and powerful winds before easing into a tropical storm, state media reported …

Large turnout is expected in a crucial vote for local government in Indian-controlled Kashmir

SRINAGAR, India (AP) — In Indian-controlled Kashmir, many people boycotted elections for decades in protest against Indian rule. But in the run-up to the local election beginning Wednesday, many …

Former Canadian vice admiral found not guilty of sexually assaulting a sailor on a ship in 1991

OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — A former high-ranking member of the Canadian military was found not guilty by a judge Monday of sexual assault and committing an indecent act in a 33-year-old case involving …

At least 15 dead and thousands hectares scorched as wildfires sweep Peru

LIMA, Peru (AP) — Wildfires in Peru have left at least 15 dead and more than 3,000 hectares (11.58 square miles) of cultivated land and natural areas scorched, authorities said Monday. Prime …

US airs frustration with Israel's military about strikes in Gaza

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations on Monday accused Israel’s military of striking schools, humanitarian workers and civilians in Gaza in a sign of growing American …

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