Arizona Interstate 11 project still has a chance
by Howard Fishercapitol media services PHOENIX — A challenge to the planned construction of the 280-mile Interstate 11 project from Nogales to Wickenburg has overcome a significant legal challenge.In the new ruling, U.S. District Court Judge John Hinderaker dismissed the Federal Highway Administration and the Arizona Department of Transportation’s argument that legal challenges were premature. […]
Arizona Senate can try to kill light rail. But it will backfire
There is a saying in politics that you can’t afford to make enemies. In the halls of power, the phrase “don’t be silly” is common. These are the maxims to follow as Greater Phoenix leaders work to enact transportation plans to keep cars, buses and trains moving in our ever-expanding economy. otherwise nothing will be […]
City council called on to put funds toward bike safety
gift this article Share This Article Paywall Free. An Open Letter to the Mayor, Deputy Mayor, and City Council: Several Basic Bike Projects, namely the (complete) construction of Butler Pilot Elevation and the construction (dangerous) of two protected intersections — (Butler/Beaver Street and Butler/San Francisco Avenue). I recently found out about the 419 tax fund. […]
8-year-old California girl involved in London Bridge Beach drowning incident | Complimentary
A California girl is in “extremely serious condition” after nearly drowning in a swimming area near London Bridge Beach late Saturday afternoon. Around 2 p.m., an 8-year-old woman from California disappeared into the water while she was at a swimming pool with relatives, the sergeant said. Kyler Cox, Supervisor of the Mojave County Sheriff’s Office […]
‘Ladylike’ cannabis products aimed at women hit the Valley
Recreational cannabis is now legal in 22 states and Washington, DC, and the once highly controversial plant is gaining social acceptance. But one group of cannabis consumers, women, still bears the stigma of consuming cannabis. “As women, society says we have to be mothers, put the needs of others ahead of our own,” said Greta […]
Arizona, Tucson gas prices plunge headed into holiday
Arizona drivers traveling over Memorial Day weekend will see their pump bills go down as gas prices plummet. Prices in the Tucson area are down more than a quarter per gallon this week. Statewide average gas prices fell 13 cents in the week to $4.51, while the national average rose about 3 cents in the […]
Granite Mountain Hotshots monument effort seeks additional funds to cover rising costs | The Daily Courier
With just a month to go until the 10th anniversary of the Mount Granite Hotshot tragedy, the funds needed to build the much-anticipated monument to the Yavapai County Courthouse Square are reportedly short. Blaming the recent surge in transportation and material costs for the situation, the Granite Mountain Hotshots Memorial Partnership will install a memorial […]
County discusses debt limit options and impacts
gift this article Share This Article Paywall Free. The U.S. could default on its debt starting June 1 if lawmakers failed to reach a deal to raise the debt ceiling. Had the U.S. government failed to pay its bills, there would certainly have been local repercussions. That’s why this topic came up at this week’s […]
Lake Havasu City Councilmember walks out of employee evaluations during executive session | Local News Stories
A Lake Havasu city council member walked out during an executive board meeting where the city council evaluates the top three city employees. However, details about the case are unknown, at least for now, due to confidentiality obligations under state law surrounding discussions held during executive meetings. A board meeting was held to conduct an […]
Fastest Shrinking Local Economy In Every State – 24/7 Wall St.
The US economy continues to show resilience despite rising interest rates and inflation.Nationwide unemployment rises 3.4% in January and April this yearthe lowest interest rate since 1969. labor force participation rate — A key metric that measures the number of adults who have a job or are actively seeking a job — steadily rising After […]
