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PHOENIX — An anti-abortion protestor is in police custody after climbing the outer south side of the former Chase Tower in downtown Phoenix. Maison DesChamps, known on social media as Pro-life Spiderman, said in a live stream that the climb was to raise money. Authorities said that the call...
'Deal with it': Arizona lawmaker blocks gun safety bill from being heard
PEORIA, Ariz. — It takes just a few seconds for firearms safety instructor Brandon Loftin to access his handgun from a safe. Loftin believes quick access is often just as important as accuracy. "When it comes to a stressful situation, you have to practice for it to become a...
Missing Arizona girl found in Utah man's basement, authorities say
SALT LAKE CITY — A missing Arizona girl has been recently found in the Utah home of a convicted sex offender, officials said. The Utah Attorney General's Office announced Friday that investigators had located a juvenile from Arizona in the basement of 26-year-old Jordan Sorenson. On Jan. 31, officials...
Arizona lawmakers avert school closures with funding fix
ARIZONA, USA — Arizona lawmakers voted Wednesday to let public school districts spend all the money they were promised by the state, eliminating the risk that schools would abruptly lay off teachers or close before the end of the year. The move allows schools to spend nearly $1.4 billion...
AZ National Guard team honored with send-off ceremony before deployment
PHOENIX — It was an emotional farewell for the family and friends of an Arizona National Guard team who are preparing to deploy overseas. Sunday loved ones came together for a touching ceremony ahead of their departure. In honor of Arizona National Guard service members, as they prepare to...
Future of Arizona's desalination dreams dashed by Sonora's governor
SONORA, Mexico — Editor's note: The above video aired during a previous broadcast. An Arizona board charged with financing water projects has been pushing a costly plan to pipe potable seawater over 200 miles. That project hit a major road bump on Tuesday after Sonora, Mexico's government, which controls...
These two Arizonans will be sitting with Dr. Jill Biden for the State of the Union Address
PHOENIX — The State of the Union Address is happening Tuesday night, and two Arizonans have been personally invited by the White House to join First Lady Jill Biden for the speech. These guests will join Dr. Biden and the Second Gentleman, Douglas Emhoff, in the viewing box. "Each...
Can I touch that? Here's what you need to know when you come to Phoenix
PHOENIX — Listen, Arizona is gorgeous, but it is not the state to get touchy-feely with. With dozens of venomous species and 83 species of cacti, there are a lot of things in Arizona that look better than they're gonna feel. But if you're coming in from out of...
Personal trauma inspires Arizona mom to lead mental health nonprofit
ARIZONA, USA — The Hope Foundation’s business model is straightforward, directly paying for counseling sessions for individuals experiencing financial hardship. “If we can give people the resources and tools to deal with anxiety, to get out of their homes, to feel happy, that’s how we create change,” said Hope Foundation CEO Jen Hildebrand.
Super Bowl bringing crowds to Valley restaurants
PHOENIX — Tourists have already begun to arrive in the Valley for the Super Bowl and WM Phoenix Open. While the local restaurant industry has been preparing for months, some still ask for patience knowing how many people they'll be serving this week. 'It is crazy'. After surviving the...
This is 'pawsome': 2 Arizona dogs taking part in this year’s Puppy Bowl
ARIZONA, USA — The Cardinals may not be playing in the Super Bowl this year, but Arizona will be represented in the 19th Annual Puppy Bowl. The Puppy Bowl is like the Super Bowl but with adorable, playful puppies from shelters across the country instead of pro athletes. This...
Wildflower season is coming up. Here's what you can expect this year
PHOENIX — Spring is on the way, bringing one of Arizona's best features: Wildflowers. After a rainy January, the stage is set for a good bloom season. The vibrant wildflower blooms are expected to start in the southeast and work their way north across the state. That means from...
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