
Nakiesha Johnson
Nakiesha Johnson was an intern at KJZZ in 2019.
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The Arizona Department of Transportation is replanting native trees, cacti and plants along the new Loop 202 South Mountain Freeway. ADOT started removing more than 1,000 trees, cacti and other vegetation along the 22-mile freeway path back in 2016.
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The rain that fell on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day has helped the Phoenix area's air quality, with both days staying well below the federal health standard. That’s according to the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality.
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The Area Agency on Aging has purchased a building that houses a partner group catering to homeless seniors to ensure the center remained open. The Justa Center in downtown Phoenix provides critical services for homeless seniors. But it was at risk of closing, due to financial problems.
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A new freeway to allow commuters and long-distance travelers to avoid taking Interstate 10 through downtown Phoenix opened Saturday. The 22-mile South Mountain Freeway is part of the Loop 202 that circles much of metro Phoenix.
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The Coconino County Detention Facility has given inmates more options to communicate with visitors. They can now connect with outside sources through an app on phones.
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The Bullhead City Council has approved placing signs that discourage giving money to panhandlers. The council is hoping people will instead give money to agencies helping those in need.
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The Arizona Secretary of State's Office has created a cybersecurity handbook with 10 tips. The cybersecurity handbook is designed to help protect candidates and those involved in elections from cyber hackers.
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The Woodbury Fire that burned earlier this year has had long- and short-term effects on nearby communities and wildlife. The fire started in early June and was fully contained mid-July. The fire spread more than 123,000 acres within the Tonto National Forest. The fire forced road closures for nearby residents and pushed out wildlife. But there was an upside, too.
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ADOT will replace all welcome to Arizona signs across the state. Instead of the signs displaying the Arizona flag, the signs will feature one of six vibrant, iconic Arizona images, such as the Grand Canyon.
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Starting in January, drivers will no longer be able to get their license plates, registration tabs or vehicle titles at an MVD office or third-party location. Instead, these items will be attainable only through the mail.