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Free pop-up dental clinic in Phoenix reaches patient capacity by noon Friday
The annual dental clinic sponsored by Arizona Dental Association Cares Foundation (AzDA Cares) at the State Fairgrounds had reached capacity by noon Friday. Organizers said many people under the federal poverty level put off dental care due to cost.
Dec. 8, 2023
Hobbs will send National Guard if Lukeville port remains closed
Gov. Katie Hobbs plans to send National Guard troops to the Arizona-Mexico border if the Biden Administration does not reopen the Lukeville Port of Entry soon.
Dec. 8, 2023
Gila Bend celebrates milestone in rebuilding 2 years after floods
Two years after floods devastated Gila Bend, the town is celebrating a milestone in its rebuilding process — reopening the Gila Bend Unified Softball Field.
Dec. 8, 2023
AZ Supreme Court abortion case could end in 3-3 tie
The state Supreme Court will decide whether nearly all abortions are illegal in Arizona with only six justices. And that leads to the possibility of a 3-to-3 tie.
Dec. 8, 2023
MAG seeks public input on improving air quality, reducing emissions
The Maricopa Association of Governments is developing a climate action plan for Maricopa and Pinal counties. The idea is to develop measures to reduce pollution and improve air quality in those counties.
Dec. 8, 2023
Pearl Harbor ceremony to be held Saturday at AZ Capitol
This week marks the 82nd anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor, and a remembrance ceremony will be held Saturday at the state Capitol.
Dec. 8, 2023
NewsCap: Biden could lose Arizona over Lukeville standoff
Marcus Dell’Artino of First Strategic and former state lawmaker Aaron Lieberman joined The Show top talk about the closing of a key border crossing in Arizona, the decision to not replace an Arizona Supreme Court justice who’s recusing himself over abortion laws and more news of the week.
Dec. 8, 2023
Thousands of cloned gift cards seized in Arizona, 8 arrested
The holiday shopping season is underway, but buyers beware. Thousands of cloned gift cards have been seized in Arizona.
Dec. 8, 2023
Arizona gas prices likely to stay low through holidays
Lower-than-expected gas prices are continuing across the state.
Dec. 8, 2023
Author argues the historical myths of the West are destructive, even today
The West is rife with myths — from cowboys and gunslingers in a lawless wasteland, to the idea that land is endless and free. All of that comes up in Betsy Gaines Quammen’s new book, "True West: Myth and Mending on the Far Side of America."
Dec. 8, 2023
A perfect Christmas oldies playlist, from Glen Campbell to Lena Horne
Christmas music is one of those things that can inspire very strong feelings. From when we start listening each season to just what makes for the perfect holiday tune, there’s a lot to debate. But for KJZZ contributor Robrt Pela, there’s simply no contest. Give him the oldies.
Dec. 8, 2023
Fazolis back with 1st standalone location since 08
You’ll soon be able to get those unlimited breadsticks without having to book a flight. The fast-casual restaurant Fazoli’s is opening its first street-side location on Dec. 12 in Mesa.
Dec. 8, 2023
How this Tucson church made its solar microgrid financially feasible
In the area of energy, some companies and nonprofits are taking matters into their own hands — installing solar panels and battery storage units. That’s the case for one Tucson church, which created its own microgrid. But, the motivation for Shalom Mennonite Fellowship went beyond reliability and cost.
Dec. 8, 2023
AZ school safety task force calls for legislative changes
A task force convened by Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is seeking several legislative changes to improve school safety by addressing a shortage of safety officers and mental health professionals in schools
Dec. 8, 2023
Pueblo Nations chair defends Chaco Canyon decision
The chairman of the All Pueblo Council of Governors, who represents 20 sovereign Pueblo Nations in New Mexico and Texas, attended this week's third annual White House Tribal Nations Summit, thanking President Joe Biden and his administration for gifting his communities “a seat at the table.”
Dec. 8, 2023
3 leaders from Ukraine visit Arizona with a message: War effort supports your economy
The sense of urgency behind a bill to fund the Ukraine war effort is reverberating all the way here to Arizona, where three members of the Ukrainian Parliament visited this month.
Dec. 8, 2023
Police union tells Phoenix to reject reform deal
After initially agreeing to cooperate with with a sweeping federal investigation launched 28 months ago into the Police Department, the Phoenix Law Enforcement Association wants the city’s mayor to reject a court-enforced reform agreement.
Dec. 7, 2023
Poll says AZ Latinos are skeptical of Democrats and Republicans
Hundreds of Arizonans were surveyed last month as part of a national poll of the Latino electorate one year ahead of the next major election.
Dec. 7, 2023
Lori Vallow Daybell arraigned in Maricopa County
Lori Vallow Daybell pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiring to kill her husband and an ex-in-law.
Dec. 7, 2023
$9M for Indigenous-led Tribal Data Repository at ASU
An NIH program launched three years ago to improve COVID diagnostics has awarded $9 million to support the first Indigenous-led Tribal Data Repository in the U.S. ASU will play a key role in tribal community engagement.
Dec. 7, 2023

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