Phoenix’s new police chief

Police Chief Daniel Garcia talks about his plans and the challenges he faces taking over the Phoenix Police Department.

Valley air particles and ozone

An expert explains why it gets hazy and which air conditions Phoenix residents need to worry about.

Heat wave linked to two Yuma deaths

Yuma County authorities are linking two deaths to a heat wave that has sent temperatures above 110 degrees.

New U.S. Attorney staying away from MCSO investigations

John Leonardo, who was sworn in last month as the U.S. Attorney for Arizona, says he won’t take part in any criminal investigation of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office.

Sales tax initiative to appear on November ballot

A voter initiative that would make a temporary one-cent sales tax permanent will appear on Arizona’s ballot in November. 

How do you cope with the heat wave?

After a record-setting heat wave, temperatures in the Phoenix area will start to taper off. But we still wanted to see how people were handling the high temperatures. 

Intel building new Chandler plant

Intel Corporation today announced plans for a new research and development facility in Chandler. KJZZ’s Al Macias reports construction is already under way.

Record power consumption matches record temperatures

Record high temperatures are helping to set records for power consumption here in the Valley. The two major electrical utilities say they have enough power to meet demand but are looking for ways to keeps costs down.

AZ Supreme Court scheduled to rule on death sentence appeal

The Arizona Supreme Court is set to rule today on the appeal of Isiah Patterson.

Report: Urban growth to raise temperatures

A new study predicts warmer temperatures in Arizona’s growing urban corridor by 2050.

Mexican gray wolf to be spared, headed to Scottsdale

A Mexican gray wolf that had been targeted for death will be spared.

Giffords moves home to Tucson

Former Representative Gabby Giffords has moved home to Tucson.

Nearly 25 percent of Arizonans obese

The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that a quarter of Arizonans are obese.

Seven fires burning in Tonto Forest as of Friday

Lightning from monsoon storms is blamed for several fires in the Tonto National Forest.

Mexican gray wolf ordered dead to protect cattle

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife service is going to kill a female Mexican gray wolf following a series of cattle depredations in southwestern New Mexico.

All eyes on another Arizona lawsuit -- this time domestic partner benefits

Nearly a dozen states are hoping the U.S. Supreme Court lets Arizona deny benefits to the domestic partners of state employees.

Rate of early voting causes reduction in polling places

The rise in early voting has prompted Pima County to cut back on the number of polling places for the Aug. 28 primary election.

Power plant changes could strain Navajo Nation budget

Navajo Nation officials say plans to shut down three units at the Four Corners power plant could strain the tribal budget.

High ozone levels may continue through weekend

Friday will be the eighth day this year the Valley’s been under a high pollution warning. Continued high temperatures could lead to more ozone advisories through the weekend. 

Extreme heat, pollution advisories extended

The Valley's excessive heat advisory has been extended through Sunday, and Phoenix Firefighters are urging you to take steps to guard against the searing temperatures.


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