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August 1, 2026
Phoenix crews rescue boy from Camelback Mountain during extreme heat
Phoenix firefighters rescued a 10-year-old boy from Camelback Mountain amid an extreme heat warning in the city.
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August 1, 2026
Sheriff defends tactics as Nancy Guthrie case hits 6-month mark
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos speaks out in a video released on Aug. 1, 2026, the six-month anniversary of Nancy Guthrie going missing.
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August 1, 2026
Reflecting Pool visitors react to DOJ dropping 'vandalism' charges
The DOJ has dropped charges against former Olympian David Hearn. Visitors to the Reflecting Pool described the charges as 'ridiculous'.
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August 1, 2026
Man arrested after swinging sword on highway in Mayer
Arizona troopers arrested a man seen swinging a sword along State Route 69 in Mayer after finding he was a felon.
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August 1, 2026
Despite 'tremendous sadness,' Tucson area moves on as Guthrie search stalls
The Tucson area is slowly moving on from Nancy Guthrie’s abduction as the unsolved case hits the half-year mark.
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August 1, 2026
I tried every food stall at Seafood City. Your guide to the best bites
The long-awaited and massive Filipino grocery store Seafood City held its grand opening in Chandler on July 30. We were there to try every r...
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August 1, 2026
Who is Sine Kerr? What to know about Andy Biggs' running mate
Former state Sen. Sine Kerr joins Andy Biggs on the ticket as his pick to run for Arizona's first lieutenant governor.
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August 1, 2026
Hobbs skips debates again, extending break from Arizona tradition
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs will not debate her Republican opponent, extending a breaking from a tradition dating back to 1954.
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August 1, 2026
One Arizona employer announced a mass layoff in July
One employer filed notice with the state, announcing it would cut 99 jobs.
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August 1, 2026
Advocacy groups warn of ICE surge at airports. Is ICE at Sky Harbor?
Advocates are warning people with pending immigration cases to exercise caution while flying domestically. Here's what is happening at airpo...
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August 1, 2026
Colorado River plan could be 'devastating' for Arizona. What it means
The Bureau of Reclamation released a framework for a 10-year plan to deal with shortages on the Colorado River.
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August 1, 2026
A monument a decade in the making is set to break ground in Phoenix
A new monument honoring Cold War veterans and the USS Phoenix submarine is coming to Steele Indian School Park.
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August 1, 2026
Mega Millions jackpot reset to $50 million. See winning numbers here
The Mega Millions jackpot was reset to $50 million ahead of the July 31 drawing, after a player in Florida took home the top prize July 28.
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
Elon Musk launches X Money, X-branded Visa card. See new feature
The social media platform is creating a way for users to send money to each other. How to access X Money and obtain an X Visa debit card.
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
Arizona Cardinals DT Walter Nolen leaves field with injury
Walter Nolen III, the Arizona Cardinals’ promising young defensive tackle, left practice on July 31 with trainers as he dealt with an appare...
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July 31, 2026
CBS had to put Tony Romo on leave. Not just over his arrest
CBS Sports placed Tony Romo on leave after his arrest. The network had no choice. But it also was good timing for them, and J.J. Watt. Here'...
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
Giants RB Cam Skattebo is cutting down on backflips. Here's why
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo says he will re-evaluate when he uses his signature backflip celebration after a viral video of a failed att...
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
Phoenix man killed hours after celebrating 22nd birthday
Julio Angel Osife Diaz's family said he was fatally shot on July 18 at a Phoenix gas station, after celebrating his 22nd birthday.
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July 31, 2026
Nancy Guthrie ransom notes released after almost 6 months
The Pima County Sheriff's Department shared copies of the two notes sent to news outlets in the days after Nancy Guthrie's abduction from he...
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July 31, 2026
Man falls several stories at Tempe industrial site, police say
A man reportedly fell several stories at an industrial site in Tempe the morning of July 31, according to police officials
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July 31, 2026
Refrigerators sold at Home Depot, Amazon recalled. See affected items
About 121,680 units of this "retro" refrigerator have been recalled. Here are the affected products and reasoning behind the recall.
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
Sam Leavitt slammed by Arizona State football fans for LSU comments
Sam Leavitt's transfer from Arizona State to LSU did not go over well with some ASU fans. Neither did recent comments from LSU QB. See what...
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July 31, 2026
Arizona would lose the most in proposed Colorado River drought plan
The Bureau of Reclamation released its long-awaited Colorado River drought plan, targeting Lower Basin states for cuts.
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July 31, 2026
Did you follow Arizona news this week? Take the azcentral news quiz
Did you pay attention to the top headlines in Arizona this week? Test your knowledge with the azcentral.com news quiz for July 31, 2026.
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July 31, 2026
Which Arizona freeways and ramps are scheduled to close this weekend?
Major closures on Loop 101 and Loop 202 may impact Phoenix drivers this weekend. Also, ADOT announced its Safety Message Contest is back.
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July 31, 2026
Why Savannah Guthrie's videos about her missing mom make more sense now
An early video posted by Savannah Guthrie to her Instagram felt cryptic at the time, but its message seems clearer in retrospect, six months...
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July 31, 2026
Searching for Nancy Guthrie, volunteers follow clues in Mexican desert
Ramona Ayala's mother is 84, the same age as Nancy Guthrie when she disappeared. Ayala is preparing for her seventh search outing near Nogal...
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
They hid their names for safety — and were targeted by the government
'Konner Culver' and 'William Coffin' got under politicians' skin with their anonymous posts and became targets. They explain why they chose...
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July 31, 2026
Forgotten Phoenix radio station is reborn. Inside its unlikely revival
Dennis Constantine is a radio pioneer who made his mark at stations across the U.S. and in Arizona. Now he's back at the new KZON-FM. What t...
The Arizona Republic
July 31, 2026
America’s shame at Eloy ICE facility
Eloy ICE facility detainee treatment draws condemnation, with critics calling the conditions inhumane and urging accountability.
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July 31, 2026
Charlie and more pets are up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters
A handful of pets are up for adoption at Valley shelters. To check the status of a specific animal, please contact the shelter directly.
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July 31, 2026
Exclusive: Biggs picks Sine Kerr as lieutenant governor running mate
Sine Kerr, a former state senator and dairy farmer, is a staunch conservative who most recently worked in the Trump administration.
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July 31, 2026
Classic hot dog restaurant to return to Arizona. What we know so far
The classic hot dog chain and beloved mall staple closed all of its Arizona locations in 2014 but it could be coming back soon. Here's what...
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July 31, 2026
Horoscope Today, July 31, 2026
Read your free daily horoscope for July 31, 2026, from the astrology experts at USA TODAY.
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July 31, 2026
Katie Hobbs won't debate Andy Biggs in Arizona governor's race
Gov. Katie Hobbs declines to debate Republican challenger Andy Biggs, repeating her playbook from the 2022 race against Kari Lake.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Officer confronted gunman moments after Tucson shooting, briefing says
Nine people were wounded in a downtown Tucson shooting. New details reveal what investigators say led up to the gunfire.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Seafood City opens in Arizona. Why fans camped out to be 1st in line
Seafood City's first location in Arizona is now open. Here's how long the first customer in line waited, the atmosphere and more from Chandl...
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Spider-Man faces a quarter-life crisis in ‘Brand New Day’
Spider-Man saves NYC and battles the Hulk in "Brand New Day." Yet the movie is also a coming-of-age story about a young man dealing with cha...
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Navajo Nation will deploy hundreds of Flock cameras. What to know
Amid concerns that the cameras are an invasion of privacy, Navajo officials say the system will help solve crimes faster.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Regilded horse statues unveiled in DC in latest Trump project
President Donald Trump unveiled the new refurbishments to D.C.'s Arts of War and the Arts of Peace statues this week.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Road trip bummer. Why the Hoover Dam is closed and when will it reopen
A routine maintenance check led to an unexpected problem at Hoover Dam, closing public access for days. When could tours resume?
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Historic Arizona hotel restaurant abruptly closed after 25 years
Fine dining and scenic views welcomed diners at this longtime hotel restaurant. What we know about the historic destination's sudden closure...
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July 30, 2026
This many people have died in the Grand Canyon in 2026
The National Park Service confirmed that more people have died in the Grand Canyon National Park through July 27 than had been previously di...
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July 30, 2026
Arizona federal judge denies helping British fraudster seek a pardon
U.S. District Judge Susan Brnovich denied helping George Cottrell, a politically connected British socialite, with a pardon pitch to Preside...
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July 30, 2026
What's next in the investigation of the fatal Chandler plane crash?
Federal aviation investigators were probing a fatal plane crash that occurred shortly after takeoff in Chandler on July 28.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Metro Phoenix grocery store had contaminated produce for sale
Inspectors visited about 1,380 grocery stores, restaurants and other food-serving facilities. Here's a look at the worst offenses in metro P...
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
11 places where you can fly for $200 or less from Phoenix in August
Beach and entertainment hotspots are among the places where travelers can find the best deals on airfare from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport in...
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July 30, 2026
How Tempe police unmasked online critic of city with search warrants
When the anonymous "Konner Culver" account was tagged in a comment the city thought was a threat, police used myriad search warrants to unma...
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026
Mesa limits how the growing drone delivery industry operates in city
The Mesa City Council approved new rules for where and how drones can operate.
The Arizona Republic
July 30, 2026