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Arizona Teachers Appreciation Week: Five Things To Do For Them
After protests that resulted in them getting much-needed raises, the celebration of teachers continues with Teachers Appreciation Week.
Colin Miner, Patch Staff
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Comedian Ken Jeong Helps Woman In Need, Continues Performing
Ken Jeong is a stand-up comic best known for roles in "Community" and "The Hangover" movies. He's also a doctor. Those worlds came together.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Peoria Amber Alert Canceled With Arrest Of Man, Child Is Safe
Police say that 32-year-old Luis Morales kidnapped his 2-year-old child – he does not have custody. He also assaulted the mother, police say
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Tinder Fire Latest: 79 percent Contained, Residents Return Home
Nearly 90 structures – including 33 primary residences – have been lost as a result of the Tinder Fire . It;'s now 79 percent contained.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Nogales Says Goodbye To Officer Killed In The Line Of Duty
Officer Jesus Cordova was killed in the line of duty last month. This weekend, more than 2,000 people showed up to say goodbye.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Two Mesa Homes Destroyed In Fire, 100 Firefighters Responded
Three fire departments sent about 100 firefighters to a blaze in Mesa that claimed two homes. There were no serious injuries.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Taylor Swift Grants A Wish, Visits 8-Year-Old Fan In The Hospital
Isabella McCune was badly burned at a party. She's been getting strength from Taylor Swift's music. Then she got strength from Swift herself
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
John McCain Doesn't Want President Trump At His Funeral: NYT
The New York Times quotes "intimates" of McCain who say that the senator does not want the president at his funeral, preferring Mike Pence.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Phoenix Police Shoot Man That They Say Tried To Stab Officer
Phoenix poice say that a 49-year-old man with a knife assaulted an officer who was able to break free and shoot the suspect.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Amber Alert: Search On For Couple Charged With Kidnapping
Police say Andrea and Luis Ramirez kidnapped their two children. On Saturday, their car was found. Police are desperately searching for them
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Amber Alert Latest: Car Found, Parents, Children Missing
The car driven by Luis and Andrea Ramirez after police say they abducted their children from a caseworker has been found. in Nogales.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Weekend Forecast: Weather Service Warns Of Record Highs
The Weather Service is also reminding people that it is against the law to leave a child alone in a car – even for a minute.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Watch Tucson Abandoned Home Burn, No Injuries
Firefighters from the Tucson and South Tucson Fire Departments were able to bring the blaze under control in 20 minutes.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Amber Alert Issued After Parents Kidnap Their Two Children
Police say that Luis and Andrea Ramirez assaulted a case worker during a supervised visit to a park and made off with their two children.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Waymo Self-Driving Van Involved In Chandler Crash
The crash Friday afternoon happened at Chandler Boulevard and Los Feliz. Police say that the Waymo vehicle was not at fault.C
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
Phoenix Weekend Forecast: Valley Gets Excessive Heat Warning
With the temperature expected to bump up against 110, heat relief stations are being opened across the Valley.
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Phoenix Bouncer Gets 10 Years For Murder Of Off-Duty Firefighter
Brandon Draper was working at Centerfolds Cabaret when he shoved Luke Jones to the ground, hitting him in the head several times.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
John McCain Latest: Meghan Heads Home To Be With Her Father
Meghan McCain, daughter of Sen. John McCain, thanked people for their "compassion during this time" as she wrote about going home.
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Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson Police Probe Homicide On 2500 Block Of South Treat Avenue
A man was found shot to death on Thursday afternoon in front og a home.Police think that it might be gang-related.
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Phoenix, AZ|News|
As Teacher Walkout Ends, Parents Ask What Schools Are Open Friday
Many districts across the state had planned on being closed on Friday, With teachers saying they are ready to work, schools are reopening.
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