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Severe Weather Forces Double Pause at Tempe Oktoberfest
Severe weather and lightning threats caused two temporary stoppages at the Tempe Oktoberfest on Oct. 11, 2026, with attendees seeking shelter under a bridge.
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Romantic Comedy 'Underneath the Glittery Moon' Premieres in Scottsdale
A premiere of the locally produced romantic comedy "Underneath the Glittery Moon" took place in Scottsdale, raising funds for GiGi's Playhouse. The…
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Over 90 Vendors Offer Sweet Snacks at Arizona State Fair
Over 90 vendors are providing sweet, crunchy snacks at the Arizona State Fair, a long‑standing annual event in Phoenix.
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Dust Storm Rips Tents from Avondale Market
A rapid dust storm on October 10 tore vendors' tents from the Avondale market, illustrating the frequent hazard such storms pose to outdoor structures in…
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Wind‑Induced Ground Stop Lifted at Phoenix Sky Harbor
A wind‑induced ground stop at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport was lifted after earlier strong wind and rain forced a temporary halt.
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Multiple Shots Fired at Mesa Halloween Party
Gunfire erupted outside a Mesa Halloween party on October 10, involving a security guard and an off‑duty officer, prompting an investigation.
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Dust Storm and Rain Hit Phoenix as Storm Rachel Approaches
Phoenix experienced a dust storm, heavy rain, and 35 mph wind gusts on Sunday, with more rain forecast. The conditions are tied to Tropical Storm Rachel moving…
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Man critically injured in Phoenix shooting
A shooting near 27th Avenue and Van Buren Street on Oct. 9 left a man critically injured, prompting a police investigation.
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Three Dogs and Three Cats Rescued After Phoenix House Fire
Emergency responders saved three dogs and three cats from a house fire in Phoenix on October 11, 2026, with some receiving medical care.
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Police Shooting Near South Phoenix Apartment Complex Kills Suspect
Phoenix police shot a suspect near a south Phoenix apartment complex on Oct. 11, and the suspect later died at a hospital.
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Mesa Band Returns Home After Panama Quake and Phoenix Storms
The Mesa band arrived safely in Phoenix on Oct. 11, 2026 after leaving Panama due to a 7.7-magnitude quake and navigating stormy conditions on the way.
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Eighteen Endangered Ferrets Set Free in Northern Arizona
Conservation teams released 18 endangered black‑footed ferrets into northern Arizona wilderness as part of a reintroduction effort.
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Phoenix Police Arrest Two in Home Depot Fan Theft Ring
Phoenix Police arrested two suspects linked to a theft ring that stole ceiling fans from Home Depot stores, following an investigation into multiple incidents…
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Arizona AG Calls for Probe of Data Center Cost Shift
The state attorney general seeks a regulatory investigation into a study alleging a data center is raising APS customers' electricity bills, while APS disputes…
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Dust Storm, Heavy Rain Hit Phoenix as Storm Rachel Nears
A dust storm and heavy rain affected Phoenix on October 10, prompting a wind advisory with 35 mph gusts, while Tropical Storm Rachel’s approach brings more…
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Most UA Fraternities Reinstated, Five Remain Suspended
A review after the Interfraternity Council’s suspension reinstated most UA fraternities, leaving five still suspended.
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Phoenix Police Respond to Critical Incident on Central Avenue
Police addressed a critical incident at a key Central Avenue intersection on October 10, 2026.
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Mesa Band Stranded in Panama After 7.7‑Magnitude Quake
An earthquake in Panama on October 10 halted airport operations, leaving the Mesa band unable to catch their flight and stranded in the country.
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Sandbags Offered as Phoenix Faces Flood Risk This Weekend
Phoenix residents can obtain sandbags from October 10 to 12 as the National Weather Service issues First Alert Weather Days due to expected thunderstorms and…
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Mesa Revises Falcon Field Landing Fees After FAA Warning, Lawsuit
Mesa City Council changed Falcon Field landing fees on Dec. 8 after an FAA warning and a flight school lawsuit over the charges.
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Man critically injured in Phoenix shooting
A man was critically injured in a shooting near 27th Avenue and Van Buren Street on Friday night, and police are investigating.
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Off‑Duty Officer, Guard Return Fire at Armed Teen Outside Mesa Hall
An off‑duty officer and a security guard fired back at an armed teen after a dispute outside a Mesa reception hall during a Halloween event; police are…
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Laurie Notaro Returns to Phoenix for True‑Crime Tour
Laurie Notaro is back in Phoenix for a true‑crime tour and to promote her new books, discussing past scandals and participating in local events.
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Vintage Car Show Partners with Charity for Bereaved Parents
A new partnership between Vintage Parts of Arizona and the Piece of Peace Foundation will connect grieving parents with emotional and counseling resources. The…