Tucson, AZ|News|
Shelter Reopens After Distemper Outbreak At Pima Animal Care Center
The shelter remains on limited intake while staff isolate dogs, deep clean the facility and wait for more distemper tests.
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Phoenix|News|
2 Dead At Phoenix Apartment Complex In Suspected Murder-Suicide: Police
Police said a 42-year-old woman and a 59-year-old man were found dead Tuesday afternoon in Phoenix.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
What's Open, Closed In Scottsdale For July 4 — Plus The City's Biggest Fireworks Show Ever
Trash and recycling pickup in Scottsdale will continue on schedule despite the July 3 holiday closure.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
New $3 Clean City Fee Raises Tucson Trash Bills
A new $3 Clean City Fee and updated service rates take effect July 1 for Tucson residential and commercial customers.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Urges Water Conservation As Stage 1 Water Alert Continues
Phoenix Water says the city is prepared for drought, but residents are being asked to help save water now.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Cat Killed, 2 Dogs Rescued After Scottsdale Attic Fire
The fire was brought under control after crews found flames in the attic of a home near 82nd Street.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Rescued Mountain Lion Cubs Get New Names Thanks To Tucson Kids
The rescued mountain lion brothers now have names — and a heartwarming connection to Tucson kids.
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Phoenix|News|
Layoffs Slashing More Than 100 Jobs At Phoenix Pharmacy Company
The latest round of WARN notices comes as layoffs continue to climb across Arizona's job market.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Fourth Of July Fireworks Guide: Parking, Road Closures And Free Transit
The city said free viewing, parking, transit access and road closures are planned for the July 4 show at A Mountain.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Spends $8.25 Million To Prepare For Colorado River Uncertainty
City leaders said the purchase supports Scottsdale's long-range water plan amid Colorado River uncertainty.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Bus Strike Could Begin Tonight As Contract Deadline Nears
A strike is not guaranteed, but a walkout could halt bus service across Tucson if no deal is reached.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Fourth Of July Guide: Fireworks, Closures And Fire Restrictions
Residents can attend free city events and check holiday closures, transit schedules and fire restrictions.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
2 Scottsdale Brush Fires This Week Sparked By Construction, Officials Warn
Brush patrols spotted smoke twice in one week and stopped a construction-related fire from spreading.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Murder Charge Filed After Woman Found Shot To Death At Tucson Apartment
Police said a 38-year-old woman died after gunfire at an apartment on East Golf Links Road Sunday afternoon.
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Phoenix|News|
Heat-Related Deaths Drop In Phoenix For Second Straight Year, City Says
City leaders cited a second straight decline in heat-related deaths and severe illnesses as summer services continue.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
New Scam Sends Couriers To Collect Cash At Scottsdale Homes, Police Say
Police said scammers use urgent calls, texts and emails to pressure people into handing over cash or valuables.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
New Construction Milestone Reached On Tucson's Grant Road Project
The city said the voter-approved Grant Road underpass project is still scheduled to reopen in early August.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
$2M Winning Powerball Lottery Ticket Sold In Tucson
Arizona Lottery said the winning Powerball ticket was sold Saturday at a QuikTrip near Craycroft and River roads.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Hiring Lifeguards, Swim Instructors And More For Summer 2026
City of Phoenix is hiring for summer aquatics jobs, with some positions open to applicants as young as 15.
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Phoenix|News|
Man Dies After Car Slams Into Semi Truck In West Phoenix
Phoenix police said the driver of a passenger car died after a crash involving a semi in west Phoenix early Monday.
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