Tucson, AZ|News|
Pima County Approves Low-Income Preschool Scholarships
The Pima County Board of Supervisors approved more than $10M Tuesday for preschool scholarships. Here's what to know.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
- Phoenix, AZ
My name is Christopher Boan. I'm now the field editor/reporter for Arizona at Patch, covering the communities of the greater Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. Prior to joining Patch, I worked for KTAR.com & ArizonaSports.com, the East Valley Tribune, Tucson Local Media, and the Green Valley News & Sahuarita Sun. I have won 14 statewide awards during my career.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Passes $15 Minimum Wage For Most City Employees
The Tucson City Council approved a $30M package that raises the minimum wage for city employees to $15 an hour, among other items.
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Phoenix|News|
Man Charged With Manslaughter In Fatal West Phoenix Crash
Andrew Friedlander, 34, was charged in connection with a fatal crash at 91st Avenue and Indian School Road Sunday.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
AZ Lawmakers Accused Of Sexual Misconduct Since 2017
The “#MeToo” movement brought sweeping changes nationwide, including in Arizona, on how allegations of sexual misconduct are handled.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Arizona Community Colleges Can Now Offer 4-Year Degrees; Ducey
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill allowing state junior colleges to offer four-year degrees, aiming to expand college attainment.
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Phoenix|News|
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo With A COVID-19 Vaccination In Phoenix
The city of Phoenix is hosting a Cinco de Mayo festival at the Phoenix Convention Center that includes a free COVID-19 vaccination.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Arizona Women's Basketball Coach Adia Barnes Gets New Contract
Arizona women's basketball head coach Adia Barnes' new contract has been released. See how much Barnes is scheduled to make here.
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Phoenix|News|
Avelo Airlines Offering $19 Flights From Phoenix To Burbank
Startup Avelo Airlines will charge $19 introductory fares from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Burbank.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Pima County Hosting Distribution Drive Saturday
Pima County's District 5 and Pima Animal Care Center are teaming up to host a supply distribution drive Saturday afternoon.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
2 Arizona Residents Earn Kennedy Library Foundation Honors
A pair of Arizonans are among the 7 recipients of the John F. Kennedy Library Foundation's Profile in Courage Award in 2021.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Police Identify Victim In Fatal Saturday Shooting
David Scott Anderson was identified as the victim in Saturday's fatal shooting near Grant Road and Park Avenue, Tucson police said.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Pima County Budget: See What's Proposed For Southern Arizona
Pima County Administrator Chuck Huckelberry's proposed 2022 budget includes increased funding for childhood education, roads and more.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak: How To See It In Arizona
Meteor shower lovers, catch the Eta Aquariids, weather permitting, in Arizona. There won’t be another until the Delta Aquariids in July.
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Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Unemployed Arizonans Must Look For Work: Ducey
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed an order Monday requiring anyone receiving unemployment benefits to be actively seeking employment.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
COVID-19 Vaccinations: Pascua Yaqui Tribe Opens Clinic To Public
The Pascua Yaqui Tribe will open their allotment of COVID-19 vaccines to both tribal and non-tribal members beginning Thursday.
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Phoenix|News|
Woman Charged With Murder In Phoenix Man's Death
Stephanie Whitney was charged with first-degree murder in connection with the death of a man in north Phoenix, police said.
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Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale's Self-Service Library Service Taking Off
Scottsdale's The Pony Express self-service library service has registered over 800 members less than two months after launching.
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Phoenix|News|
Arizona Diamondbacks Hosting COVID-19 Vaccine Site At Chase Field
The Arizona Diamondbacks and Fry's Food Stores are teaming up to offer COVID-19 vaccinations at Chase Field from Thursday to Saturday.
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Tempe, AZ|News|
Tempe Offering Free Youth Transit Pass Program
Tempe children ages 6-18 can sign up for a free Youth Transit Pass beginning next Monday. Here's what to know about the program.
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Phoenix|News|
Rollover Crash Closes Interstate 17 Near 19th Avenue
Southbound Interstate 17 is closed near 19th Avenue because of a rollover crash, with traffic diverted to Durango Street.
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