Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Overdose Deaths Spike In Arizona During 2020, Pandemic: CDC
In the U.S., drug overdose deaths increased by nearly 30 percent in 2020. In Arizona, deaths were up nearly 34 percent.
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|
GEICO Hiring For 250 Positions In Tucson
National insurance company, GEICO, is adding 250 new associate level positions in Tucson, the company said. Here's what to know about them.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Man Killed In South Phoenix Shooting
A man was killed in a shooting that occurred near Central Avenue and Elwood Street in south Phoenix Thursday morning, Phoenix police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
AZ Monsoon: Flash Flood Warning Issued For Tucson Area; NWS
A flash flood warning has been issued for the Tucson metropolitan area through 11:45 a.m., after heavy rain fell through the region.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
NBA Finals: How To Watch Game 4 Of The Phoenix Suns-Bucks Series
The Phoenix Suns and Milwaukee Bucks square off in Wednesday's Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Here's what to know about the matchup.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Victim Identified In Tucson Apartment Parking Lot Shooting
Dean Ryan Marcischak was killed in a shooting Wednesday morning in an apartment complex parking lot on Tucson's east side.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
These Tucson Restaurants Scored Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants in Arizona got $298 million from the fund, but thousands more in AZ were shut out of the SBA program, which ended Wednesday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tempe, AZ|News|
Tempe Restaurants Scored Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants in Arizona got $298 million from the fund, but thousands more in AZ were shut out of the SBA program, which ended Wednesday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Restaurants Scored Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants in Arizona got $298 million from the fund, but thousands more in AZ were shut out of the SBA program, which ended Wednesday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
These Phoenix Restaurants Scored Restaurant Revitalization Money
Restaurants in Arizona got $298 million from the fund, but thousands more in AZ were shut out of the SBA program, which ended Wednesday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Tractor-Trailer Tanker Fire Closes Loop 202 In Both Directions
A tractor-trailer tanker has caught fire on westbound 202 at 17th Avenue, closing both directions of the freeway.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
AZ Monsoon: Tucson Surpasses 2020 Rainfall Total In 28 Days
The 2021 monsoon has registered 1.64 inches of rain through 28 days, which is more than the city received in 2020, when it got 1.62 inches.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Grand Acquired By Oxford Properties Group
The 285-unit Scottsdale Grand property has been acquired by Oxford Properties Group. It's the company's 2nd purchase in the Valley in 2021.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Bring Amtrak Between Phoenix-Tucson: Mayors Gallego, Romero
Mayors Kate Gallego and Regina Romero joined a list of politicians calling on congress to restart Amtrak service between Tucson and Phoenix.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Named Among Best Places To Live: U.S. News
A recent survey by U.S. News listed Tucson as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Here's why.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Named Among Best Places To Live: U.S. News
A recent survey by U.S. News listed Phoenix as one of the best places to live in the U.S. Here's why.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
AZ Monsoon: Flash Flood Watch Extended For Tucson; NWS
Strong thunderstorms are likely across Southern Arizona through Thursday evening. Here's what to know about the weather.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
AZ Monsoon: Flash Flood Watch Issued For Phoenix; NWS
A flash flood watch has been issued for the Valley, running from 2 p.m. Tuesday through 11 a.m. Wednesday. Here's what to know.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
NBA Finals: Arizona Diamondbacks Hosting Game 4 Watch Party
The Phoenix Suns and Arizona Diamondbacks are teaming up to host a watch party for Game 4 of the NBA Finals Wednesday at Chase Field.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tempe, AZ|News|
MLB Draft: Arizona State University Shortstop Drew Swift Picked
Arizona State University shortstop Drew Swift became the 1st Sun Devil picked in the 2021 MLB Draft Monday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
