Tucson, AZ|News|
Overnight Water Rescue Highlights Tucson Monsoon Flood Dangers
The National Weather Service said scattered storms Tuesday could bring heavy rain, with broader flood concerns Thursday and Friday.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Lane Restrictions Coming To Busy North Scottsdale Corridor: What To Know
One lane in each direction will remain open during pavement preservation work on Raintree Drive.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Bus Strike Averted After Tucson Transit Workers Approve New Contract
The ratified deal includes wages, retirement benefits and safety upgrades for Tucson transit operators and staff.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Parks To Get Smart Irrigation Upgrades Thanks To $115K Grant
Madison and Los Olivos parks will get smart controllers and sensors aimed at cutting water waste during irrigation.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Where To Watch The FIFA World Cup Semifinals In Scottsdale
Skip the couch and join fellow soccer fans at these Scottsdale bars and restaurants showing the biggest matches of the tournament.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Road Closure To Bring Detours In Tucson This Week
The temporary closure is tied to asphalt paving in the southbound lane of Park Avenue.
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Phoenix|News|
Power Outages Linger After Monsoon Storms Slam Phoenix Metro
A dust storm, flash flooding and overnight outages followed a line of monsoon storms moving across the Valley.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Zinqué Shuts Down At Scottsdale Fashion Square, New Bistro Moving In
Zinqué, which opened in 2020 as its first Arizona location, has closed at Scottsdale Fashion Square.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Diners Invited To Taste In Tempe During Two-Week Restaurant Event
From rooftop lounges to family-friendly spots, 25 Tempe eateries will join the July 12-26 dining promotion.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Sunset Swim Events Bring Evening Pool Fun To Scottsdale This Weekend
Two Scottsdale aquatic centers are scheduled to stay open for sunset swims from 6 to 9 p.m. on consecutive July dates.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Arrest Made In 20-Year-Old Tucson Sexual Assault Cold Case
Police said the victim recontacted Tucson detectives in 2026, leading to an arrest warrant and July 8 arrest in Prescott.
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Phoenix|News|
Police Seize 43 Pounds Of Meth, Arrest Man In West Phoenix Drug Bust
Police said the seizure happened near 59th Avenue and Camelback Road during a search warrant operation.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Parking Relief Is Coming To Old Town Scottsdale With Nearly 200 New Spaces
The Brown Avenue garage expansion remains on track for spring 2027 public use after the council's vote.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Monsoon Storms To Drench Tucson Area As Flooding Risk Rises
Thunderstorm chances are expected to continue each day this week, with temperatures near or below normal.
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Phoenix|News|
Monsoon Ramps Up In Phoenix With Strong Storms And Hotter Days Ahead
Forecasters said typical monsoon conditions will bring afternoon storms and seasonably hot temperatures to the region.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Homelessness Dips Slightly In Tucson Area, But Shelter Beds Are Shrinking
New data shows a modest drop in homelessness across Pima County, alongside fewer available shelter beds.
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Phoenix|News|
Deadline Nears For Phoenix Families To Claim $120 Summer Food Benefit
Some Arizona students get SUN Bucks automatically, while others must apply online before the summer benefits deadline.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Dangerous Heat Hits Scottsdale As Officials Urge Residents To Stay Indoors
Scottsdale shared heat illness signs as the Phoenix area remains under an Extreme Heat Warning until 8 p.m. Thursday.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Water Supply Concerns On Mount Lemmon Trigger Strict New Limits
Customers must cut use to 2,400 gallons a month starting this week or risk having water service locked off.
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Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Area Dominates National Ranking Of Best Cities For Renters
A new WalletHub report puts four Phoenix-area cities in the top 10 as local rents continue to decline.
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