Former MCAS Yuma officer dies in helicopter crash in Flagstaff
The Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) identified the pilot as Robert B. Skankey and the DPS paramedic trooper on board as Hunter R. Bennett.
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Bill introduced to increase federal minimum wage to $20 an hour
The Give America a Raise Act would raise the minimum wage from $7.50 an hour to $20 an hour. If passed, the raise would take affect over three years, indexing the minimum wage to either inflation or GDP growth.
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Multiple agencies continue search at Nancy Guthrie’s home
The multi-agency team, including FBI agents, sheriffs, deputies and a Border Patrol K9 unit, entered the property behind new yellow crime scene tape.
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DHS Secretary Kristi Noem visits U.S.-Mexico border in Arizona
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem arrived in Phoenix Tuesday, drawing both strong support and sharp criticism as she begins a visit focused on border security.
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State schools chief Tom Horne teams up with ASU to combat teacher shortage
According to a press release, the partnership to combat the state’s teacher shortage by expanding access to “high-quality instruction, strengthen teacher capacity, and improve student outcomes across the state, particularly in rural and high-need communities.”
Continue Reading Authorities in Arizona investigate possible ransom communication tied to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie
The Pima Country Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) says it is aware of reports involving possible ransom notes connected to Nancy Guthrie.
Continue Reading Search continues for ‘Today Show’ host Savannah Guthrie’s mom
The search continues for Savannah Guthrie’s mother who was last seen on the night of January 31 outside her home in Tucson, according to a missing persons flyer.
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Federal judge to hear Sen. Mark Kelly’s case against Pete Hegseth
Sen. Kelly is asking the court for a preliminary injunction blocking Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth’s move to cut his military retirement pay and reduce his rank.
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Three fraternity members at NAU face hazing charges in connection to student’s death
Flagstaff police say the 18-year-old had attended a rush event for the Delta Tau Delta fraternity where he and others were drinking. Executive members of the fraternity, Carter Eslick, Ryan Creech and Riley Cass, are charged.
Continue Reading ‘Today Show’ host Savannah Guthrie’s mom reported missing in Arizona
The Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) announced during a press conference Sunday that Nancy Guthrie was last seen in the Catalina Foothills area Saturday shortly before 10:00 p.m.
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Search underway for missing Arizona woman
Friends, family and even strangers came together in Globe, Arizona over the weekend with one goal in mind: To find 21-year-old Isabella Comas.
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Mayors across the country on ICE protests, new ICE detention centers and more
Margaret Brennan interviewed a bipartisan panel of mayors from across the country, including Mesa, Arizona Mayor Mark Freeman, on Face the Nation Sunday to talk about the ongoing ICE protests, new ICE detention centers, and more.
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Warehouse bought by ICE in Arizona draws mixed reaction
A massive warehouse purchased by ICE in Surprise, Arizona is drawing a mix of concern and support from residents, advocates and lawmakers, as questions remain about how the facility could be used and when it might open.
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Senator Gallego presses Department of Veterans Affairs on Yuma facility
During the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee (VA) hearing Wednesday, Sen. Gallego pressed the Department of Veterans Affairs on care concerns.
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Arizona man federally charged after Border Patrol shooting
A Border Patrol agent shot and injured a man who fled from a traffic stop in Arizona Tuesday. He was last reported to be in serious but stable condition.
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Sen. Mark Kelly on DHS accountability and funding
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) spoke on the Senate floor Wednesday to talk about bringing accountability to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as well as why he’s not voting to fund the agency.
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Phoenix Zoo puts on birthday bash for beloved monkey
A female gibbon named Haddie was treated to a big birthday party with her family at Phoenix Zoo on her 26th birthday, filled with presents, toys, and treats.
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ICE agent shatters truck window while arresting man in Tucson
New video shows federal immigration agents in Arizona shattering a man’s window before taking him into custody.
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Police in Arizona rescue child in dangerous police chase
The Mesa Police Department (MPD) says it happened last week, and says the driver assaulted the child’s mother when she tried to take the child from him.
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Homeland Security officers serve search warrants at bar in Phoenix
Homeland Security Investigations Arizona served search warrants at 15 locations in the Phoenix area. Protesters turned out at one downtown Phoenix location to chant and harass officers.
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