USA TODAY • 27th December 2023

Authorities in Arizona identify victim of 1976 homicide, ask for help finding family, info

Authorities in Arizona identified the victim from a homicide at Katherine's Landing on Lake Mohave nearly 47 years ago.On November 23, 1976, hikers discovered human remains in a shallow cave in an elevated desert area about six miles east of Katherine's Landing, about 100 miles south of Las Vegas. The victim was described as a 5-foot-8, 140-150-pound, 30-35-year-old man, the Mohave County Sheriff's Office said.Investigators concluded that the victim was shot in the head at close range, according...

Arizona Republic • 18th December 2023

Five children, ages 2 to 13, die in house fire along Arizona-Nevada border, police say

Five children died in a house fire Saturday evening in a city along the Arizona-Nevada border, police said.

Police in Bullhead City, Arizona, said they are investigating a fatal house fire that happened at around 5 p.m. local time Saturday at a two-story duplex. Five children (ages 2, 4, 5, 11 and 13) died as a result of the fire.

Police said there were no adults home at the time of the fire and that there were no survivors.

Four of the children were siblings and the fifth child was a relativ...

Arizona Republic • 9th December 2023

Phoenix residents should expect cool morning temperatures, wind gusts on Saturday

Phoenix residents should expect cooler temperatures in the morning with possible wind gusts on Saturday, according to the National Weather Service Phoenix.

The National Weather Service in Phoenix predicts partly cloudy conditions on Saturday, with temperatures ranging from 40 to 44 degrees in the low range and 65 to 68 degrees in the high range.

NWS Phoenix Meteorologist Jessica Leffel said that she expects the Phoenix area to be in the mid to low 40s before sunrise on Saturday morning.

NWS P...

Arizona Republic • 16th October 2023

'Don't underestimate the heat': Phoenix temperatures expected to rise once again

Phoenix residents should expect higher-than-normal temperatures and dry weather this week, according to the National Weather Service in Phoenix.

The weather service forecasted temperatures Monday and into the majority of the week with an average high of 101 degrees, with Monday projected to hit a record high for Oct. 16. The previous record of 102 degrees was set in 2020.

Meterologist Jessica Leffel with the Phoenix office noted that there would be "low-to-moderate heat risks" this week with t...

Arizona Republic • 18th September 2023

Crews rescue 63-year-old man at Grand Canyon after he was left behind by hiking group

A hiker was rescued after getting injured and being left behind by other backpackers at Kanab Creek, in the north rim of the Grand Canyon on Friday evening, according to the Mohave County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue.

On Sept. 15, at around 6 p.m., the Sheriff's Office received a call from a man using an Apple device through satellite connection needing help, authorities said.

The Sheriff's Office said that a 63-year-old man, who at the time was backpacking with four other people, suffer...

Arizona Republic • 10th January 2024

Husky escapes from kennel, tries to free other dogs at Tempe pet rescue

Lost Our Home, a nonprofit pet rescue in Tempe, released a lighthearted video on New Year's Day. The video showcased one of its huskies escaping from its kennel, enjoying some food, and trying to dash out of the building. The amusing sequence concluded when a police officer stepped in to prevent the husky from successfully making its escape.

The young husky, named King, managed to escape from his kennel and cleverly used his paw to open the door, gaining access to the rescue's office and trigge...

Arizona Republic • 25th July 2023

Arizona firefighter arrested on arson charges after fires at cemetery, gas station, old homes

PHOENIX − An Arizona firefighter was arrested on Friday in connection with multiple arson events, according to the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office.

The YCSO and the Coconino County Sheriff's Office have searched for an arsonist setting fires around the Ash Fork area over the last few months. The leads YCSO had followed eventually linked them to finding a suspect, Karson Nutter, 18, who is a firefighter in Ash Fork, roughly 50 miles west of Flagstaff.

Leads from a small fire that was set on Thu...

USA TODAY • 24th June 2023

Dog attack kills woman, injures man in Sierra Vista

A woman was killed and a man was left in critical condition from a dog attack in Sierra Vista on Friday morning, according to the Sierra Vista Police Department.Officers responded to the area after reports of a dog attack in the alley between Meadowlark Drive and Calle Del Norte. When officers arrived at the area, they found a dog attacking a man, later identified as Sam Sanches Jr., 53, in the backyard of a house on Calle Del Norte. Officers then killed the dog and provided first aid before eme...

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22nd March 2023

Major League Sports to Experience When Visiting Bellevue, WA

Article by Aidan Wohl

Ask anyone and they’ll tell you: Bellevue's sports scene has an edge over all the others. This vibrant city is home to more than half a dozen professional teams and a host of unforgettable fan experiences. Whether you're a lifelong fan or just looking for an exciting game day, Bellevue is the place to be. Immerse yourself in the rich histories, the magic of game-winning play, and the unforgettable atmosphere that make Bellevue's sports scene truly unparalleled.

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