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LGBTQ Nation
3 days ago
Education

Arizona schools are failing to provide sex education & homophobia is to blame - LGBTQ Nation

At least eight Arizona school districts lack sexual education policies, using LGBTQ+ opposition as an excuse. [ more ]
Dodgers Digest
1 week ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers @ Reds May 24, 2024: Paxton opens up road trip in Cincinnati after a disappointing end to the homestand - Dodgers Digest

Dodgers faced a tough loss in their last homestand, finishing 4-3. They dropped their last two games against Arizona in a 6-0 loss. [ more ]
Advocate.com
2 weeks ago
Law

An Arizona Republican blocked a total abortion ban, betraying the GOP - and her judge husband

Conservative Arizona lawmaker broke ranks to support repeal of 1864 abortion ban, citing personal experiences and concern for women's health. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Despite Billions in Investments, Biden Trails in Arizona and Georgia

President Biden's economic policies have led to significant investments in Arizona and Georgia, but have not boosted his political support in these states. [ more ]
Futurism
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Amazon's Delivery Drones Are Shutting Down on Hot Summer Days

Amazon is facing challenges in deploying delivery drones in Arizona due to high temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit. [ more ]
WIRED
3 weeks ago
Tech industry

Amazon's Delivery Drones Won't Fly in Arizona's Summer Heat

Amazon acknowledged temperature limits above 104 degrees impacting drone deliveries, revealing challenges for their service in desert regions. [ more ]
morearizona
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Law

Kari Lake denounces Arizona abortion ban that she once supported

Kari Lake, a US Senate candidate allied with Donald Trump, reversed her support for Arizona's abortion ban, highlighting the disunity within the Republican party. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Law

Arizona Republicans block abortion-ban repeal after denouncing court ruling

Republicans in Arizona stopped Democrats from repealing an 1864 abortion law despite court ruling.
Court ruling allows strict abortion law in Arizona to proceed with no exceptions for rape or incest. [ more ]
Yahoo Sports
4 months ago
Chicago White Sox

When does MLB spring training start in Arizona? 2024 Cactus League schedule information - Yahoo Sports

Pitchers and catchers report for spring training on February 13.
Position players report on February 18 and spring training games start on February 22. [ more ]
www.npr.org
4 months ago
US news

A hot air balloon accident in Arizona leaves 4 people dead and 1 critically injured

Four people have died, and one is in critical condition, after a hot air balloon accident in Arizona, police said.
Behind the Steel Curtain
5 months ago
Pittsburgh Steelers

Thursday, December 28: College Football Open Thread

Thursday, December 28th College Football Open Thread:
https://www.azfamily.com
5 months ago
National Hockey League

How to Watch the Coyotes vs. Sharks Game: Streaming & TV Info - December 15

The Arizona Coyotes rank 13th in goals against and 16th in scoring in the NHL.
The San Jose Sharks have the worst offense and defense in the league, ranking 32nd in both categories. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
SF parents

Vouchers Helping Families Already in Private School, Early Data Show

Critics argue that the school choice law in Arizona is a subsidy for wealthier families.
Supporters believe it offers parents more choices and opportunities for their children's education. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 years ago
LA real estate

Frank Lloyd Wright's dazzling desert spiral house sells for $7.25 million

Frank Lloyd Wright's spiral house in Arizona, one of his last creations, sold for $7.25 million.
The house is known for its unique design and served as a precursor to the Guggenheim Museum in New York. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
US politics

Inmate charged in stabbing attack of Derek Chauvin

A former gang member and FBI informant, John Turscak, has been charged with attempted murder in the stabbing of ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin at a federal prison in Arizona.
Turscak stabbed Chauvin 22 times and admitted that he would have killed Chauvin if correctional officers hadn't intervened quickly. [ more ]
HuffPost
6 months ago
US politics

2 Republicans In Arizona Indicted After Trying To Delay Election Results

Two Arizona Republicans indicted for conspiring to delay election certification.
Concerns about the spread of election conspiracy theories.
If convicted, they could face prison time and fines. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
US politics

Arizona voting officials charged for refusing to certify 2022 election results

Two elected officials in Arizona have been charged with conspiracy and interfering with an election officer for stalling the certification of election results in their county.
The officials face two felony counts for their refusal to certify the county's election results in 2022, leading to a court order for certification.
The indictment alleges that the officials conspired to delay the vote canvass and interfere with the statewide vote canvass. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
US politics

Arizona GOP county officials face charges after refusing to certify election on time

Two Arizona Republican supervisors face criminal charges for delaying the certification of the 2022 midterm elections.
The delay raised concerns about the potential disruption of future elections and the disenfranchisement of voters.
The Arizona secretary of state's office called for an investigation into the supervisors' actions. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Education

High school shown 'propaganda in favor of Hamas' that called Oct 7 attacks 'retaliation' by Amnesty International affiliated group: report

The Arizona superintendent of education is warning districts to avoid collaborating with Amnesty International USA and UNICEF education division due to a presentation that white-washed Palestinian terrorism.
Jewish students felt unsafe after the presentation described Hamas attacks as 'retaliation' and referred to the Second Intifada as 'demonstrations'.
Superintendent Tom Horne called the presentation 'profoundly antisemitic' and 'anti-American' for blaming the U.S. for the plight of Palestinians. [ more ]
HuffPost
6 months ago
US politics

'QAnon Shaman' Seriously Wants Another Go At The Capitol

Jacob Chansley, known for his appearance during the Capitol riot, has filed a candidate statement of interest to run as a Libertarian for Arizona's 8th Congressional District seat.
Chansley pleaded guilty to obstructing an official proceeding in connection with the Capitol insurrection.
Chansley served about 27 months in prison before being transferred to a Phoenix halfway house in March 2023. [ more ]
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