Phoenix|News|
Drivers Warned Of Phoenix I-10 Closure This Weekend
ADOT says eastbound I-10 will close from 99th to 75th avenues for work on the Loop 101 interchange project.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Free Scottsdale Fall Festival Returns: Date Set For Trick-Or-Treating, Live Music
The free family event will run from 5 to 9 p.m. at Scottsdale Civic Center with games, music and food trucks.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Monsoon Storms Could Bring Flash Flooding, 58 MPH Winds To Tucson
The National Weather Service said storms could bring severe wind gusts, blowing dust and heavy rain Monday.
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Phoenix|News|
Extreme Heat Grips Phoenix Through Tuesday As Storm Chances Return
An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect through Tuesday as forecasters watch for gusty winds and possible dust tonight.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
New Scottsdale Restaurant Ranked Best Mediterranean Spot In U.S., Ranking Says
Yelp ranked Old Town Scottsdale's Pinyon the top Mediterranean restaurant in the U.S. in its all-time guide.
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Phoenix|News|
40 Heat Deaths Confirmed In Maricopa County Amid Ongoing Extreme Heat
Extreme heat remains in the Valley as county data shows hundreds of additional deaths are still being investigated.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Transit Safety Takes Center Stage As Tucson Seeks Public Input On Bus Security
Tucson officials are gathering public input on how to improve safety on public transit — but fare policy will not be part of the discussion.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale's Parks Are Getting A Makeover With New Tax Funding
The voter-approved sales tax funded tree planting, court upgrades and added park maintenance in its first year.
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Phoenix|News|
Iconic Phoenix Music Venue The Rhythm Room To Close After 35 Years
Owner Bob Corritore said the longtime Phoenix blues venue will reopen in August, then begin its final season.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Extreme Heat Warning Issued As Tucson Nears Hottest Days Of The Year
Temperatures up to 112 degrees and overnight lows near 90 are forecast across Tucson and nearby areas.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Free Pirate-Themed Swim Night Coming To Scottsdale This Weekend
Families can cool off with pirate games, water attractions and a free dive-in movie during the evening event at Eldorado Aquatic Center.
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Phoenix|News|
Man Critically Injured In Phoenix Hit-And-Run; Driver Flees Scene
Police said the driver of a blue SUV left after striking a man crossing near 7th Avenue and Roosevelt Street.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Indoor Pickleball Boom Continues As New 13-Court Club Opens In Scottsdale
The new Scottsdale club gives players a climate-controlled place to compete, train and escape the summer heat with 13 new indoor courts.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
21 Parrots Rescued In Tucson Hoarding Investigation
Pima Animal Care Center is working with Paradise Parrot Rescue after 21 parrots were impounded in a hoarding investigation.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
School Security Roles Open In Scottsdale Ahead Of Back-To-School: How To Apply
Scottsdale Unified is recruiting security officers for multiple campuses with outdoor and emergency duties.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Hiker’s Death On South Mountain Trail Sparks Fundraiser For Family
A fundraiser launched for Richard "Stan" Fletcher's family after the 61-year-old died on a South Mountain Park trail.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Police Urge Families To Watch For Cyberbullying Ahead Of School Year
The department asked residents to report and document cyberbullying as Tucson students return Aug. 6.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Beat The Heat At Scottsdale's Slide The Rails Event This Weekend
A $10 wristband covers water attractions plus train and carousel rides at the Scottsdale park's Aug. 1 event.
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Phoenix|News|
Thousands Lose Power As Monsoon Storms Sweep Across Metro Phoenix
Early monsoon storms brought outages, lightning-sparked tree fires and slick roads across the Phoenix area Tuesday.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Shuttered Scottsdale Restaurant Space Gets New Life With Major Makeover
The North Scottsdale restaurant plans a larger concept with a steakhouse, rooftop lounge, tequila bar and boutique.
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