Arizona news
Here are some recent news stories from Arizona:
Top Stories
- Monsoon Season Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Arizona: The 2023 monsoon season has brought heavy rain and flooding to parts of Arizona, causing damage and disruptions to daily life. (Source: Arizona Republic)
- Arizona Governor Signs Bill to Increase Funding for Education: Governor Doug Ducey has signed a bill that increases funding for Arizona's public education system by $100 million. (Source: AZCentral)
- Phoenix Police Officer Shot and Killed in the Line of Duty: A Phoenix police officer was shot and killed while responding to a domestic violence call in the city's Maryvale neighborhood. (Source: ABC15 Arizona)
Local News
- Tucson's El Presidio San Agustín Historic District to Get $1.5 Million Renovation: The historic district, which dates back to the 18th century, will receive a major renovation to restore its original architecture and improve accessibility. (Source: Tucson.com)
- Scottsdale to Host 2023 PGA Tour Championship: The city of Scottsdale has been selected to host the 2023 PGA Tour Championship, which is expected to bring in millions of dollars in economic revenue. (Source: Scottsdale Independent)
- Flagstaff to Get New Public Library: The city of Flagstaff is set to open a new public library in 2024, which will feature a modern design and state-of-the-art technology. (Source: Flagstaff Live)
Sports
- Arizona Diamondbacks Trade Star Pitcher Zac Gallen to St. Louis Cardinals: The Diamondbacks have traded star pitcher Zac Gallen to the St. Louis Cardinals in a deal that sent several prospects to Arizona. (Source: Arizona Sports)
- Phoenix Suns Sign Free Agent Center Deandre Ayton to Multi-Year Deal: The Suns have signed free agent center Deandre Ayton to a multi-year deal, keeping him with the team through the 2025-2026 season. (Source: ESPN)
- Arizona State University Football Team to Play in 2023 Fiesta Bowl: The ASU football team has been selected to play in the 2023 Fiesta Bowl, which will be held on December 31, 2023. (Source: The State Press)
Weather
- Monsoon Season Brings Heavy Rain and Flooding to Arizona: The 2023 monsoon season has brought heavy rain and flooding to parts of Arizona, causing damage and disruptions to daily life. (Source: Arizona Republic)
- Heat Wave Hits Phoenix, Temperatures Reach 110°F: A heat wave has hit Phoenix, with temperatures reaching 110°F (43°C) in some areas. (Source: ABC15 Arizona)
- Tornado Warning Issued for Parts of Arizona: A tornado warning has been issued for parts of Arizona, including the cities of Phoenix and Tucson. (Source: National Weather Service)