Phoenix|News|
Family Remembers Slain Ballet Arizona Dancer Through Scholarship Fund
Colleen Hoopes was shot to death by her husband on May 20 in Tempe. Her family hopes to help others who share her passion for dance.
Caitlin Sievers, Patch Staff
Caitlin Sievers, Patch Staff
- Phoenix, AZ
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Vacant Building Burns On North Oracle In Tucson: Fire Department
The Tucson Fire Department got the second-alarm fire under control in around 30 minutes, according to the department.
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Tempe, AZ|News|
Tempe Town Lake Temporarily Closed To Paddleboarding
The approximately two-week closure is because of a blue green algae bloom. People are also advised to keep their pets out of the water.
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Phoenix|News|
Man Shot To Death In Phoenix Wednesday Morning: Police
The man was shot following a confrontation and was found laying on the ground, police said. The suspected shooter has not been found.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Young Tucsonan Creates Trans Support Group To Help Others Connect
Grayson hopes that the group will be a safe space for isolated trans people to connect with others facing the same struggles.
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Tempe, AZ|News|
Man Who Said He Accidentally Shot Wife Pleads Not Guilty
Christopher Hoopes is charged with second degree murder for shooting his wife in the middle of the night after he said she startled him.
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Phoenix|News|
Man Accused Of Robbing Cell Phone Store, Beating Employee: Police
The public helped identify the suspected robber, using surveillance video. He was arrested on suspicion of robbery and aggravated assault.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
AZ Death Row Inmate Frank Atwood Executed Wednesday Morning
Atwood was convicted around 35 years ago for the 1984 kidnapping and killing of 8-year-old Vicki Lynne Hoskinson.
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Phoenix|News|
Bystander Shot After Three Men Argue At Phoenix Walmart: Police
The woman suffered injuries at the Walmart on Metro Parkway East that police did not believe were life threatening.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Increases Lifeguard Pay Amid Extreme Shortage
The city's Parks and Recreation department is looking to hire 200 more lifeguards so it can safely open more pools for the summer season.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Last Minute Stay Of Execution Denied For Man Set to Die Wednesday
Frank Atwood was convicted of the 1984 kidnapping and murder of 8-year-old Vicki Hoskinson in Tucson.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
New Arizona 2022 Monsoon Outlook: Above Normal Rain, Temperatures
The National Weather Service predicts more rain than normal and above average temperatures for this monsoon, which starts June 15.
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Phoenix|News|
Javelinas Found With Arrows Stuck In Their Bodies: Reward For Info
The two javelinas were found near Cave Creek with arrows sticking out of their leg and head. Authorities want helping finding the shooters.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Arizona Kohl's Stores Face Possible New Ownership
Franchise Group will enter into talks with Kohl's about a possible purchase of the chain for an estimated $8 billion.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
March For Our Lives Event For Gun Reform Is Saturday In Tucson
U.S. Sen. for Arizona Kyrsten Sinema is one of four senators working on a package that would strengthen background checks and red flag laws.
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Phoenix|News|
March For Our Lives Event For Gun Reform Is Saturday In Phoenix
U.S. Senators for Arizona Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema both support stronger federal gun control measures.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Distracted Driving In AZ, Elsewhere Killed 3,140 In 2020: Report
One recommendation from the report to help reduce crashes is to limit the number of teen passengers allowed in a car with a teen driver.
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Phoenix|News|
Mass Shootings Two Weekends In A Row In Phoenix: Police
A strip mall shooting that left 1 dead and 8 injured followed a shooting the previous weekend that left 1 dead and 5 injured.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Heat Wave Headed For Tucson: Above Normal Temps, Excessive Heat Watch
Scorching temperatures are expected to hit Tucson by Thursday, with the potential of causing heat-related sickness, or even death.
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Phoenix|News|
Dangerous Heat Headed For Phoenix: Potential Record-Breaking Temps
Scorching temperatures are headed for Phoenix by mid-week and have high potential of causing heat-related sickness, or even death.
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