Tucson, AZ|News|
100 Projects Coming To Tucson Schools This Summer Under $480M Bond
District officials said more than $111 million has been invested, with 100 bond projects planned for summer 2026.
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Phoenix|News|
101 Layoffs Coming As FedEx Closes Phoenix Warehouse
FedEx plans to begin layoffs this week at a Phoenix warehouse as part of a company shift in shipment processes.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
June Days Returns To Old Town Scottsdale With 30+ Events and Deals
The monthlong Old Town promotion includes more than 30 activities, business specials and returning community favorites.
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Phoenix|News|
Poor Air Quality Prompts Ozone Alert For Phoenix-Area Residents
Phoenix-area residents are urged to limit activity and cut emissions as ADEQ warns of higher ozone pollution today.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Free Citywide Music Festival Returns To Tucson This Month
Registration is open for artists and venues ahead of Tucson's June 21 Make Music Day events across the city.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
$150K Lottery Ticket Sold At Tucson Circle K
A winning Powerball ticket sold at a Tucson Circle K matched for $50,000 and reached $150,000 with Power Play.
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Phoenix|News|
Free Fireworks, Food And Fun: Phoenix's Fabulous 4th Is Back
The free July 4 event in Central Phoenix is set for 6-10 p.m., with fireworks starting at 9:15 p.m.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Standout Named Gatorade Arizona Baseball Player Of The Year
The Saguaro High School catcher led the Sabercats to a 4A state title and earned Arizona's top baseball honor.
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Phoenix|News|
Trader Joe's Plans New Store In North Phoenix: Here's Where It's Going
The Monrovia-based grocery chain is planning a North Phoenix location as it continues expanding in Arizona.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Higher Parks Fees Possible In Tucson As Final Public Hearing Approaches
Residents can speak June 9 as Tucson considers parks and recreation fee changes revised after public feedback.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Black Bear Cub Spotted In Pima County Neighborhood
The cub was spotted this morning near homes in the East Windswept Way and South Shalom Drive area of Vail.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Proposes Lower Property Tax Rate — But Bills Could Still Rise
The city said the proposed increase would add to primary property taxes even as the tax rate declines slightly.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Property Tax Rate Could Drop In Scottsdale; Public Hearing Set
The city said the proposed combined property tax rate for FY 2026/27 would be lower than the current fiscal year.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
6 Tucson Cooling Centers Open Through September In Expanded Heat Relief Effort
The city said six sites will open daily from noon to 4 p.m. from June 1 through Sept. 30, including holidays.
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Phoenix|News|
602 Day Takes Over Phoenix With Deals, Giveaways And Freebies: What To Know
The city said restaurants, attractions, sports teams and departments will join 602 Day celebrations on June 2.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
New Trader Joe’s Opens In Tucson Near University Of Arizona
The 9,625-square-foot store near the University of Arizona is Tucson's fourth Trader Joe's.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Equine Students Finally Get Permanent Home At WestWorld
The new training site will centralize Scottsdale Community College's Equine Science program at WestWorld.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Free Movie Festival Returns To Tucson With Family Favorites All Month
LOFT KIDS FEST is back at The Loft Cinema with free weekend screenings, games and popcorn running through June 28.
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Phoenix|News|
4 New Homes In Phoenix Mark Latest Win In City’s Affordable Housing Push
City-owned lots identified through the Housing Phoenix Plan were used for three of the four new homes.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Missing Hiker Puts Scottsdale's New Rescue Team To The Test
Scottsdale’s newly launched search and rescue team was put to the test late last month in a nighttime desert rescue near Gateway Trailhead.
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