Pima County program offers academic, job help to disengaged youths

Arizona Daily Star Vic Verbalaitis About 12% of Pima County residents between the ages of 16 and 25 are out of school, out of work, and often involved in the court system. The Pima County program aims to reach out to these unmotivated youth. We partner with non-profit job centers and career development organizations to […]
Man dead after shooting involving PCSO near Casa Grande

Casa Grande, Arizona — A man has been shot dead. Pinal County Sheriff’s Office Deputy near Casa Grande on a Thursday night. The shooting near the intersection of Mescalero and Hualapai streets occurred during an investigation of a stolen dirt bike. Officers were interviewing a man identified as 36-year-old Michael Obregón when Obregón allegedly pulled […]
Santa Cruz County experiencing ‘surge’ of respiratory illness – Santa Cruz Sentinel

SANTA CRUZ – Health officials say respiratory illness cases are surging in Santa Cruz County and are urging the public not to visit their local emergency department if they are experiencing a relatively mild infection. says. Colder months are known to sniffle, but experts say this winter, flu, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and COVID-19 are […]
Danger in Flagstaff: KETO craze linked to heart disease. Doctor Explains | National News

heart health Big picture: Dr. Puja Upal “Many people are surprised to learn that the keto diet can be dangerous.” In the news: A low-carb high-fat diet (LCHF), similar to the ketogenic (KETO) diet, can increase dramatically Risk of cardiovascular events in some people. Key Point: In this study, we analyzed data from the UK […]
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers opens 14th Arizona location in Maricopa

Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers Opens 14th Store in Maricopa, Arizona – KTAR.com arizona news Has been updated: March 17, 2023 at 4:49 PM (picture of cold beer and cheeseburger) PHOENIX — Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers welcomed its 14th restaurant in Arizona when its Maricopa location opened Thursday. The Hamburger Joint, off California Route 347 and […]
Littlefield and Mesquite report 2 collisions amid wet weather, flooding – St George News

Mesquite, Nevada — Rainy weather Wednesday night in Littlefield, Arizona and Mesquite, Nevada caused two car accidents and temporarily closed the northbound lanes of Interstate 15. On March 15, 2023, in Mesquite, Nevada, severe weather caused a vehicle to slide off the road and hit a streetlight. Photo credit: St. George News, Nick Yamashita The […]
Yuma County Ag Appreciation Week coming up – Yuma Pioneer

Yuma County is a major player in the agricultural industry, one of Colorado’s largest industries.In recognition of that fact, Yuma County Ag Week is March 20-24. Yuma County and several businesses and organizations work together to host a variety of events in recognition of the country’s contribution to agriculture.However, it’s not all sunshine and unicorns, […]
Sinema Highlights Arizona’s Housing Affordability & Accessibility Crisis During Senate Hearing

For MP3 soundbites, here. Senators shared feedback from Arizonans after two events held in state focused on housing affordability and accessibility Washington – Arizona Senator Kirsten Cinema said during a Senate Housing, Transportation, and Community Development Subcommittee hearing, citing two recent events she held last month with key Arizona housing stakeholders, Arizona We spoke about […]
Sleep Tight, Sierra Vista! Weight loss awaits. Doctor Explains | National News

sleep health Big picture: Dr. Sherandra Bell “…eating less and exercising more is not always the answer. There are other things involved.” In the news: New research shows that good sleep habits lead to weight loss and better diet compliance. Key Point: This study showed that good sleep habits lead to better lifestyle improvements. You […]
Flu starting to slow down in Graham, Greenlee

– David Bell Graff/Gila Valley Central Posted By: David Bell March 17, 2023 PHOENIX — Graham County is finally starting to decline as the end of the flu season approaches. According to the Arizona Department of Health, no new cases were reported in the week of March 5 and only one in the week before […]