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Local KTAR Jun 3
After hottest spring ever, metro Phoenix looks ahead to possible monsoon relief

After metro Phoenix just survived its hottest spring on record, monsoon rain may be waiting on the horizon.

Local KTAR Jun 3
Cannons lost underwater during the American Revolution will soon go on display at a Georgia museum

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — A museum in Georgia’s oldest city on Wednesday welcomed a truckload of treasures from the earliest period of U.S. history — 17 cannons that experts believe sank to the bottom of the Savannah River during the American Revolution and remained undiscovered for nearly 240 years. Workers carefully hoisted the big guns […]

Local KTAR Jun 3
New York City’s 9/11 memorial fundraises to educate youth with $25 million match from Mike Bloomberg

NEW YORK (AP) — The 9/11 Memorial and Museum has launched a $75 million fundraising campaign as the nonprofit tries to educate the millions of U.S. youth who don’t remember the terror attacks on their upcoming 25th anniversary. Boosting The Never Forget Fund’s latest appeal, announced Wednesday, is Mike Bloomberg. The former New York City […]

Local KTAR Jun 3
How Phoenix leads by example when it comes to water conservation

The city of Phoenix is modeling the behavior it would like to see from its residents when it comes to water conservation.

Local KTAR Jun 2
Arizona Chamber leader says computers should join state’s five C’s

Arizona Chamber CEO Danny Seiden says computers should join Arizona's five C's as one of the state's economic pillars.

Local KTAR Jun 2
ASU Prep expands with newest K-8 school in West Valley campus

ASU Prep will expand in fall 2026 with a new tuition-free K-8 charter school in the West Valley, offering in-person and hybrid learning options.

Local KTAR Jun 2
Power Play option boosts Arizona Powerball player’s prize to $150,000

An Arizona Powerball player won $150,000 in Monday night’s drawing, with the Power Play option boosting the payout.

Local KTAR Jun 2
ADOT seeks input from Arizonans on potential freeway improvements in central Phoenix

The Arizona Department of Transportation is studying an area of freeways in Phoenix to plan potential improvements and would like the public's input.

Local KTAR Jun 2
Hawaii’s Kilauea sets record for lava fountaining episodes in any 1 eruption for the volcano

HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK, Hawaii (AP) — The on-and-off eruption of Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano broke a record Monday with the number of periods it has produced fountains of lava since it began erupting in December 2024, the Hawaiian Volcano Observatory said. Monday marked 48 fountaining episodes, setting the record for any one eruption on Kilauea, […]

Local KTAR Jun 1
Get ready for the Arizona State Fair! Here are 2 artists playing at the 2026 Coliseum Concert Series

The Gin Blossoms and country music star Russell Dickerson are the first two artists announced in the lineup for the 2026 Coliseum Concert Series.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Phoenix settles into triple-digit territory as monsoon season grows near

As the calendar turns to a new month and the monsoon season approaches, Phoenix is settling into triple-digit territory.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Judge decides key hearing for accused killer of Charlie Kirk will be open to public

Reporters and the public will be allowed to attend a key upcoming hearing for Tyler Robinson, the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk, a Utah judge ruled.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Tens of thousands are making annual peony pilgrimage to University of Michigan’s garden

ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Nicole Calvin has been visiting the University of Michigan campus annually over the past 16 years to catch a peek — and a whiff — of the school’s sizable peony collection. She even came twice this year. “I just love walking through the gardens,” Calvin said Monday. “I love that […]

Local KTAR Jun 1
Last call? States look to extend bar and restaurant hours during the World Cup

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — World Cup fans in a growing number of U.S. cities won’t have an issue finding a well-poured pint to go with their late-night match. State leaders across the U.S. are signing off on extending bar and restaurant hours during the world’s most-watched sporting event. They want to help businesses and improve […]

Local KTAR Jun 1
Win tickets to see John Mellencamp at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre!

KTAR is giving away pairs of tickets to see Rock & Roll Hall of Famer John Mellencamp on the Dancing Words Tour — The Greatest Hits at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre on Sunday, Aug. 9. Enter now for your chance to win.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Arizona Athletic Grounds to host community day for Turkish soccer team ahead of World Cup

With the World Cup right around the corner, Arizona Athletic Grounds will host a community day for fans featuring the Turkish national team.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Amazing Arizonans: Darcy Olsen’s fight for abused children

Darcy Olsen, the woman who started the Center for the Rights of Abused Children, is my guest on the latest episode of Amazing Arizonans.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Mississippi-based Newk’s Eatery targets Phoenix for expansion with up to 20 locations

Newk's Eatery targeted Phoenix as one of its next growth markets. It's the furthest west the more than 20-year-old company has expanded.

Local KTAR Jun 1
Weekend wrap: Here are the biggest Arizona news stories from May 29-31

From a six-car crash that sent multiple people to the hospital to a growing pet crisis, here are some of the top Arizona news stories from May 29-31.

Local KTAR May 31
Luxury senior living community Mojave Sage coming to Queen Creek

Mojave Sage, a new luxury senior living community, is slated to break ground in the East Valley next month to help meet the growing demand for elderly care.

Local KTAR May 31
Hormel family sells iconic McCune Mansion for $9M to Florida investor

Listed for $16 million in 2022, the 52,000-square-foot McCune Mansion, 6112 N. Paradise View Drive, Paradise Valley, sold for $9 million.

Local KTAR May 31
Gilgeous-Alexander tips his cap after Thunder fall to Spurs in Game 7 to end their title reign

OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — When the season ended, and when his team’s reign as NBA champions ended along with it, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander tipped his cap. The Oklahoma City guard — the back-to-back NBA Most Valuable Player — was great in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals. The San Antonio Spurs were greater. And that […]

Local KTAR May 30
Arizona offers 2 of the country’s top pizza shops, list says

Two of the top 50 pizza parlors in the United States reside in Arizona, according to a newly published list.

Local KTAR May 30
Aligned Data Centers moves ahead with two-building campus in Peoria

Plano, Texas-based Aligned Data Centers is planning to construct a two-building campus at 75th Avenue and Butler Drive in Peoria.