Avondale unveils yet-to-be-filled industrial complex

A mammoth manufacturing and industrial center  will soon open in Avondale. Right now there are no tenants for the facility. Developers and the city are confident that is going to change.

Reactions to Governor Jan Brewer's proposed budget

Governor Jan Brewer's Budget Director John Arnold explains how the administration decided on its spending priorities in the $8.9 billion package.

Arizona's flu season and requiring vaccination

Shoana Anderson of the Arizona Department of Health Services explains how the state's flu season compares with the rest of the country. James Hodge of Arizona State University's O'Connor College of Law considers the ethics of requiring workers to be vaccinated and sending them home if they're ill.

City of Phoenix gets a 'D' for spending transparency

The public interest group says the City of Phoenix is not open enough about how it spends taxpayer money. The group released a report Wednesday that gave Phoenix a below-average rating.

Remembering Jack Ross and Acquanetta

Phoenix car dealer Jack Ross and his wife Acquanetta were well-known for their ubiquitous television commercials and their commitment to Valley health and culture.

Grandparent stipend bill approved by Arizona Senate committee

Grandparents who take in their grandkids would receive a monthly stipend,

Phoenix Suns' worst season in 25 years

The Phoenix Suns are off to their worst start in twenty-five years and fired Head Coach Alvin Gentry last week.

Change could be coming to parking meter rules

A proposal to require cities to randomly inspect their parking meters has cleared its first legislative hurdle.

Cancer treatment centers draw patients from Arizona, nation

As cancer treatment becomes ever more advanced, dedicated cancer centers in the Phoenix area have been growing. With that has come a barrage of billboard campaigns and TV commercials. In the second of two parts, KJZZ’s Nick Blumberg looks at how those centers can thrive and the criticism they face. 

Arizona leads nation in high school dropout rate, despite improvement

Arizona has one of the lowest high school graduation rates and the highest drop out rate in the country.

Trimming ficus trees now is a bad idea

The recent four-day freeze damaged ficus trees across the Valley. If you’re wondering what to do with the tree in your yard? Just leave it alone.

Suns legend Majerle resigns

The Phoenix Suns’ recent head coaching change has also led to the departure of a team legend.

As cancer treatment improves, oncology centers expand

Cancer is the second most common killer in the United States, according to the Centers for Disease Control -- so it’s no surprise that cancer treatment gets a lot of attention. Later today, an outpatient cancer facility in Gilbert will break ground on a 100,000 square-foot expansion.

Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center expanding

The Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center is the latest oncology hospital in the Valley to announce it’s expanding.

Governor Jan Brewer's budget calls for more money for CPS, Medicaid expansion

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer released her $8.9 billion budget proposal on Friday.

Governor Jan Brewer releases budget proposal

Governor Jan Brewer’s budget for the upcoming fiscal year includes new money for Child Protective Services, Medicaid expansion and implementing new education standards.

Scottsdale advertising on New York City subways

What do New York subway riders and Arizona golf courses have in common? Hopefully a lot, if the Scottsdale Convention and Visitors’ Bureau latest campaign works.

Civil discussion and emotional issues

Recent conflicts over the fiscal cliff and gun control have renewed focus on the importance of civil discussion in the wake of disagreements.

Released Mexican gray wolf doing well in the wild

A male Mexican gray wolf recently released in Arizona's Apache Sitgreaves National Forest is doing well.

Death row inmate Richard Glassel dies

An Arizona death row inmate has died, reportedly of natural causes. 


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