APS customers to get November credit and charge pause
The Arizona Corporation Commission approved an automatic November bill credit and a one-month pause in APS’s monthly renewable-energy charge.
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Phoenix man booked after wrong-way crash kills 10-year-old
Richard Blackstar was booked on murder and aggravated-assault charges after a Phoenix crash killed a 10-year-old passenger.
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White-powder envelope prompts evacuation of Arizona tower
An envelope opened at the Arizona Department of State prompted evacuation of the Executive Tower. No injuries were reported.
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Phoenix authorizes plan for 2028 Olympic torch relay events
Phoenix approved moving toward an agreement with LA28 for a 2028 Olympic torch relay and cauldron-lighting event, while the date, route and venue remain undecided.
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Phoenix First Fridays pilot brings outdoor artists and vendors back to Roosevelt Row
Phoenix City Council approved a one-year pilot allowing permitted outdoor artists and vendors on Roosevelt Row private property during 12 First Fridays events, without restoring street or alley closures.
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Phoenix Permanently Renames César Chávez Holiday Farmworkers Day
Phoenix City Council took final action September 9 to permanently designate the city’s spring holiday as Farmworkers Day, with observance planning set for a Monday close to April 6.
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Phoenix Heat Deaths Reach 113 as Extreme Heat Warning Continues Through Aug. 29
Maricopa County has confirmed 113 heat-related deaths through Aug. 22, with 584 additional cases under investigation as a Phoenix-area extreme heat warning continues through Saturday, Aug. 29.
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Phoenix launches one-time aid for residents who lost SNAP benefits
Phoenix has launched one-time assistance for eligible households that lost SNAP benefits, including $600 for utilities and $100 for transportation.
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Phoenix Hosts U.S. Gymnastics Championships Through Aug. 9
Phoenix is hosting the 2026 U.S. Gymnastics Championships and USA Gymnastics National Congress, bringing a national sports event to the city through Aug. 9.
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Army investigation explains intentional fuel release over Phoenix and Tempe
An Army safety investigation found crews skipped required procedures when a Black Hawk intentionally released fuel over populated areas near Phoenix Sky Harbor on Feb. 5.
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Phoenix heat warning puts cooling centers in focus as highs reach 116
An active Phoenix-area Extreme Heat Warning calls for 109-to-116-degree afternoons through Tuesday. Phoenix residents can use a 24/7 respite center, extended-hour cooling sites and 2-1-1 transportation help.
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Maricopa County and recorder agree on plan for administering 2026 primary election
Maricopa County says mediated negotiations produced an agreement between its Board of Supervisors and Recorder’s Office on operations for the 2026 primary election.
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Andy Biggs wins Republican nomination for Arizona governor
Former U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs won Arizona’s Republican nomination for governor in the July 21 primary and is set to face Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs in the Nov. 3 general election.
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Phoenix ballot-measure argument deadline arrives Wednesday
Phoenix’s 2026 election calendar sets Wednesday, Aug. 5, as the deadline for submitting pro and con arguments on city ballot measures to the City Clerk.
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ASU receives $1 million to help Arizona hospitals prepare for health emergencies
Arizona State University announced a hospital-preparedness project supported by a $1 million federal grant administered through the Arizona Department of Health Services.
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Phoenix ballot-measure argument deadline is Aug. 5 for Nov. 3 council election
Phoenix’s City Clerk has set Aug. 5, 2026, as the deadline to submit arguments supporting or opposing ballot measures for the city’s Nov. 3 regular council election.
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Phoenix police release briefing on June 28 officer-involved shooting near East Thomas Road
Phoenix Police released a critical-incident briefing July 10 on a June 28 officer-involved shooting at 4900 East Thomas Road. The Arizona Department of Public Safety was conducting the criminal investigation.
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Phoenix approves water-sharing program as Colorado River shortage concerns loom
Phoenix City Council approved a program to share water among Arizona cities as officials prepare for possible reductions in Colorado River supplies.
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Phoenix ballot-measure argument deadline is Aug. 5 ahead of November council election
Phoenix’s deadline for pro and con ballot-measure arguments is Aug. 5, part of the city’s election calendar for the Nov. 3, 2026 City Council election.
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Phoenix Gas and Diesel Prices Rise Again in Saturday AAA Check
Phoenix regular gas averaged $4.510 and diesel $5.640 on August 1, with both prices higher across AAA’s daily, weekly, monthly and yearly comparisons.
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Phoenix measles exposure warning includes Chase Field and South Phoenix IHOP
Maricopa County says people may have been exposed to measles at Chase Field and a South Phoenix IHOP, with monitoring deadlines of Aug. 2 and Aug. 3.
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Phoenix Mayor Seeks More Federal Heat Aid as Pandemic-Era Funding Nears Its End
Phoenix has local heat funding for 2026-27, but pandemic-era aid expires after 2026 as Mayor Kate Gallego seeks broader federal support.