Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Fire Department Looking For New Recruits, Applications Now Open
The department said applications opened July 20, with online testing available through Aug. 10.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Take A Tour Of Scottsdale’s City Jail At This Week’s Open House
The public can visit Scottsdale's detention center Thursday to ask questions and learn about detention officer careers.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Shooting Victims Recovering After Downtown Mass Shooting
Police said many victims have been released, and the suspect will be booked after leaving the hospital.
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Phoenix|News|
3-Year-Old Boy Dies After Phoenix Apartment Pool Drowning
The Maricopa County Medical Examiner ruled the boy's death was caused by complications of a drowning.
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Phoenix|News|
New Coffee And Gelato Café Coming To Phoenix’s Desert Botanical Garden This Fall
The new café near the admissions gate will serve coffee, tea, gelato and grab-and-go bites this fall.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Major I-19 Irvington Rebuild Begins In Tucson: What Drivers Need To Know
ADOT says the 20-month Tucson project will widen Irvington Road and add overnight lane restrictions.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
3 Scottsdale City Council Seats Are Up For Grabs, Here Are The Candidates
Eight candidates are on the ballot, and voters can cast ballots at any Maricopa County voting center.
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Phoenix|News|
Monsoon Storms Can Send Trash Flying, Phoenix Offers Tips To Secure Bins
The city outlined how Phoenix residents can bag trash, handle storm debris and replace damaged containers.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
9 Critically Injured, Suspect Shot By Officer In Downtown Tucson Shooting
Police said officers responding to gunfire near Congress Street and 6th Avenue shot a suspect now in custody.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
2 Dogs Killed After Fire Tears Through Scottsdale Home
No civilian injuries were reported after crews found all occupants outside the burning Scottsdale home.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Flood Watch Issued As Heavy Rain Targets Tucson Area
A Flood Watch covers Graham, Greenlee, Cochise and Santa Cruz counties from noon through Monday evening.
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Phoenix|News|
Storm Chances Fade As Dangerous Heat Builds in Phoenix
Near-normal temperatures early this week are expected to give way to major to extreme heat risk by the weekend.
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Phoenix|News|
New Matcha Cafe Coming To Phoenix From Owner Behind Popular Gilbert Shop
Latina-owned Matcha House plans an August debut in Phoenix, according to an announcement from the business.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Contractors Face New Rules As Scottsdale Steps Up Wildfire Prevention Efforts
Contractors must notify Scottsdale Fire 24 hours before certain hot work in designated wildland interface areas.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Where To Watch The FIFA World Cup Semifinals In Tucson
Skip the couch and join fellow soccer fans at these Tucson bars and restaurants showing the biggest matches of the tournament.
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Phoenix|News|
Working Parents Get New Care Options As Phoenix Schools Roll Out 2026-27 Programs
The district released school-by-school child care options, including rates, hours, transportation and scholarship details.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Popular Scottsdale Trailhead Closes Through Fall For Major Upgrades
Visitors are being sent to nearby trailheads while Scottsdale upgrades parking, buildings and trail access areas.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Free 'Blue Envelope' Program Helps Drivers With Autism During Traffic Stops
The voluntary program helps drivers with autism share documents and communication guidance during traffic stops.
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Phoenix|News|
Hiker Rescued From Camelback Mountain After Heat Emergency
Echo Canyon Trail is rated extremely difficult and fully exposed, conditions that can add to heat risk for hikers.
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Phoenix|News|
Popular Phoenix Taco Spot Closing As New Restaurant Moves In
Regulars have until Aug. 2 to visit Joyride Taco House before the longtime Phoenix restaurant closes and a new concept takes over.
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