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3 Shooting Arrests + $70M Biltmore Renovation + PD Hiring Bonuses

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Up and at 'em, Phoenix! Let's get you started this Wednesday with everything you need to know going on in town today.

First, today's weather: Clear throughout the day, and hot, especially compared to last week. High: 108, low: 86.

Here are the top stories today in Phoenix:

Find out what's happening in Phoenixfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  1. Phoenix Police arrested three people on suspicion of their involvement in three separate deadly shootings over the weekend. Police are still investigating a fourth fatal shooting. (Patch)
  2. Grand Canyon University, a private Christian institution, plans to start the school year without mask or vaccine requirements, unlike the public universities in the state. (AZFamily)
  3. The Arizona Biltmore is revealing a $70 million renovation, inspired in part by Frank Lloyd Wright, who was involved in designing several properties in the Valley. (12news.com KPNX)
  4. The Phoenix Police Department is offering up to $7,500 hiring bonuses for new recruits as it deals with more than 400 vacant positions. (KJZZ)
  5. Downtown Phoenix muralist Maggie Keane, best known for her David Bowie mural on North Seventh Street, has a layered history, including that time she ran away to join the circus. (Phoenix New Times)

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Today in Phoenix

Find out what's happening in Phoenixfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Free August Marketing Interactive Webinars. (1 p.m.)
  • Readers Roundtable: Reading Recommendations Book Group. (2 p.m.)
  • The Other Epidemic: Gun Violence and Mass Shootings in America with Dr. Matthew Whitaker. (6 p.m.)
  • Making a Living vs. Making a Life: Advice For a Happy Life without Burning Out. (6:30 p.m.)

Phoenix Patch Notebook

  • Arizona Humane Society: "Still looking for the pur-fect addition to your family? AHS has partnered with Arizona's leading animal welfare organizations to help connect people who are looking to rehome their pets with potential adopters." (Facebook)
  • Downtown Phoenix, AZ: "Phoenix attracted the highest number of new residents from 2010 to 2020. Welcome to the Valley!" (Facebook)
  • Water - Use It Wisely: "It's #TipTuesday! Avoid recreational water toys that require a constant flow of water." (Facebook)
  • Phoenix Public Library: "Get a library card! Come visit us for a free Phoenix Public Library card at any of our 16 Valley locations. Use your library card to enjoy books, audiobooks, online classes, magazines, music and movies." (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday. I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with another update! If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider bringing some more friends and neighbors into the fold. You can send them this link to subscribe.

— Caitlin Sievers

About me: I'm a passionate writer and photographer who worked as a reporter and editor for various publications in the Midwest before landing in Phoenix. I have seven roommates. Four of them are cats.

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