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Democrats are hailing first lady Michelle Obama’s visit to Tucson as the latest sign that Arizona will be up for grabs in November’s presidential election, but Republicans insist that the state will go red just like it has the past three...

Nine anti-SB1070 protesters who were arrested for disrupting traffic have been released from jail. A judge entered not guilty pleas for all nine, who are charged with disorderly conduct and obstructing a roadway.

Phoenix police said two men were shot dead Tuesday in a confrontation that apparently involved a stalker. A police officer shot one of the victims moments after the victim had allegedly shot another man during a scuffle on a street on the city’s...

Phoenix police have identified a 29-year-old man who died after being shot in a Phoenix neighborhood late Sunday morning. Phoenix police spokesman Sgt. James Holmes said Carl D. Scott died at a Phoenix hospital after he was shot about 11 a.m....

The National Weather Service says Phoenix should see its first 100-degree day of the year on Saturday as a strong high pressure system builds over the region.

A Phoenix man has been arrested for allegedly stealing large quantities of high-dollar merchandise from Walmart stores throughout Maricopa County. Authorities say 34-year-old Jason Dee Draper also is under investigation for similar burglaries...

President Barack Obama has named the president and chief executive of the Phoenix Zoo to the National Museum and Library Services Board. Bert Castro will continue to direct the zoo after he takes a seat on the board. The U.S. Senate must confirm...

The Phoenix area is expected to be hotter than initially expected this weekend with highs expected to top 100, according to the National Weather Service. A strong high-pressure ridge building over the Valley is expected to bump temperatures...

Phoenix Coyotes goalie Mike Smith, center Martin Hanzal and left wing Lauri Korpikoski did not practice with the team on Monday. Phoenix coach Dave Tippett would not say if they would be available for Game 3 of the Coyotes’ playoff series...

Phoenix Children’s Hospital is a gem right in our backyard.  Providing world renowned care specifically geared toward children, this unique facility is a phenomenal resource for all of the Southwest.