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Mar 28, 2024 | 
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Residents across the Valley are bracing for a potential surge in water bills as both Arizona and Nevada grapple with resource allocation amidst ongoing drought conditions. In Arizona, the Rio Verde Foothills community, already parched by the severe drought, faces a proposed 13.68% hike in water rates and a staggering 27.4% in wastewater charges due to a plan put forth by EPCOR.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
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In a move to quickly modernize and inject efficiency into the law enforcement process, the Queen Creek Police Department in Arizona has taken the initiative to employ artificial intelligence for the analysis of body camera footage. With this technology, the department aims to enhance supervision, promote police professionalism, and foster trust with the public.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
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It was a narrow escape for a man who spent two harrowing days trapped in a Chandler well before being rescued by local fire crews. Chandler Fire Department reported the man voluntarily entered a drainage well near Arizona Avenue and Pecos Road and got stuck when the opening was "inadvertently covered." He was not discovered until he managed to call 911 on March 27, according to a FOX10 Phoenix article.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
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In a tragic turn of events late Wednesday night, a wrong-way crash on SR 85 near Buckeye claimed the life of one driver and left five individuals, including three teens, injured. According to ABC15, the accident occurred just before 10 p.m. when a sedan collided with another vehicle carrying the five victims. The Arizona Department of Public Safety has launched an investigation into the incident that saw a sedan, driving in the opposite direction, strike a car with five passengers.
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Mar 28, 2024 | 
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Federal agents have swooped on the homes of music mogul Diddy, amid allegations of sex trafficking and other crimes, according to law enforcement sources. Properties belonging to Sean "Diddy" Combs in Los Angeles and Miami were searched as part of a federal investigation out of the Southern District of New York, NBC News reported on Monday. The investigation closely follows a spate of lawsuits that were filed against the rapper since November.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
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The hammer is set to drop on Apache Junction's Construction Expo, calling upon a cavalcade of professionals from constructors to handymen to gather under one roof. The Expo, designed to be a business bonanza for those seeking to expand their networks and show off their latest feats in craftsmanship, is beckoning industry leaders to grab a spot at its upcoming showcase.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
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Chandler residents looking to give their lawns a makeover—and save some money on their water bills—have a new opportunity, as the Hamilton Library is hosting a free workshop dedicated to xeriscaping, the environmental design process that replaces water-guzzling grass with drought-tolerant landscaping. Set for Wednesday, March 27, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at 3700 S.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
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The safety of Arizona's bridges has earned a notable distinction after a recent collision in Baltimore brought national attention to the state of American infrastructure. A report from the American Road & Transportation Builders Association, as covered by the Phoenix Business Journal, places Arizona at the forefront when it comes to bridge conditions across the United States.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
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Scottsdale police have arrested two parents after their 1-year-old son was found dead, having been left unchecked for more than 16 hours. The couple, identified as 25-year-olds Shaniah Darlene Harris and Braydon Jesus Pena, are facing charges of child abuse and negligence, according to court records. The ordeal began when Harris called 911 on March 24 to report that her son was not breathing.
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Mar 27, 2024 | 
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The Buckeye Police Department announced that the case against Crystal Wilson, the adoptive mother of the late Jesse Wilson, will not move forward due to insufficient evidence. According to FOX 10 Phoenix, although Wilson was indicted by a grand jury and extradited to Maricopa County, the case has hit a roadblock in the absence of adequate proof to secure a conviction. Crystal Wilson, 54, who was arrested in Georgia, had been facing charges relating to the concealment of her adoptive son's body.
