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From KTAR News 92.3 FM, Your Valley and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
KTAR News 92.3 FM14 hours ago
Cold Beers & Cheeseburgers announces plans for Carefree location, on KTAR News 92.3 FMThe new burger joint will be about 5,525 square feet and its opening date will be announced in 2027.
Your Valley14 hours ago
Peoria fall festival celebrates healing power of horses, on Your ValleyA little boy with Down syndrome had never spoken a word. But one day, after riding a horse, he climbed down, looked at the people around him and said his name for the first time.
azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic20 hours ago
Arizona Open Division football champs likely to come from 'Big Five', on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicThe Arizona Open Division state playoffs start Nov. 13 for eight teams. The top four seeds have byes to the quarters.
FOX 10 PhoenixNov. 7
Infant found after noncustodial mother accused of taking him from Sun City hospital, on FOX 10 PhoenixAuthorities located a 2-week-old boy last seen at a Sun City hospital after his mother fled on foot from child safety officials. FOX 10's Jacob Luthi has the latest.
AZ FamilyNov. 7
At-risk newborn found safe after being taken from hospital by mother, deputies say, on AZ FamilyThe Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office said an at-risk 2-week-old boy who was taken from a Sun City hospital by his mother has been found safe.
AZ FamilyNov. 7
Arizona gas prices slightly drop over the last week, on AZ FamilyStacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Arizona using data from AAA. Gas prices are as of November 6.
FOX 10 PhoenixNov. 7
Missing 2-week-old infant found after being taken by mom from Sun City medical center, on FOX 10 PhoenixMaricopa County deputies are searching for 2-week-old Benjamin Miller, who was taken by his mother after she fled Banner Boswell Medical Center on foot.
Also reported byazcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicAZ Family
ALLSPORTSTUCSON.comNov. 7
Si Charro! Pigskin Report: Pusch Ridge continues to roll under Middleton with two-QB system, solid defense, on ALLSPORTSTUCSON.comShare Tweet FINAL SCORE No. 5 Pusch Ridge 28, No. 12 El Mirage Dysart 20 Pusch Ridge took a 14-0 lead in the first quarter and held off pesky Dysart the rest of the way in the first round victory of the 3A state playoffs. The Lions’ two-quarterback system with seniors Race Pinneo and MJ […]
azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicNov. 7
These teams made Arizona high school football Open Division playoffs, on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicThe 12-team Open Division HS football bracket and eight other teams in 6A are set for next week's playoffs.
azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicNov. 7
Metro Phoenix's newest Costco location is now open. What to expect, on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicArizona's newest Costco location is open. Here's what to expect, plus other grocery stores opening soon.
12NewsNov. 7
At-risk infant, mother found safe after leaving Sun City hospital, officials say, on 12NewsThe Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said the infant is two weeks old and the mother, Crystal Renee Miller, was using drugs before the child's birth.
azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicNov. 6
No. 1 Liberty football overcomes injuries, defeats rival Centennial, on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicLiberty was battered but not beaten, rallying to beat Peoria rival Centennial to likely secure the top seed in the Open Division playoffs.
KTAR News 92.3 FMNov. 6
5,300-acre Saddleback development scales back, on KTAR News 92.3 FMFive homebuilders are under active construction on the 5,300-acre Saddleback master-planned community in Peoria.
Also reported byABC15 Arizona
AZ FamilyNov. 6
Phoenix police look for suspects after violence at 3 Halloween parties, on AZ FamilyPolice asked for the public’s help in finding multiple suspects involved in a violent incident at a party in north Phoenix.
ABC15 ArizonaNov. 6
Eastbound lanes on Grand Avenue near 163rd Avenue reopen after multi-car crash, on ABC15 ArizonaA multi-car crash has restricted eastbound Grand Avenue near 163rd Avenue, according to the Surprise Police Department.
FOX 10 PhoenixNov. 6
Surprise jobs surge pushes U.S. hiring higher, on FOX 10 PhoenixHiring surged past expectations in October with 165,000 positions added across key nationwide sectors. Gerri Willis has more on the new numbers.
Your ValleyNov. 6
Ewing, Rooks to retain seats on Peoria Unified governing board, on Your ValleyIt appears Peoria Unified School District governing board incumbents Melissa Ewing and Heather Rooks will retain their seats, according to unofficial results.
Phoenix New TimesNov. 6
Bernadette Greene-Placentia vows to run again after losing a tight race, on Phoenix New TimesGreene-Placentia made national headlines in October after she’d been raped by two unknown men while repairing campaign signs.
Your ValleyNov. 6
Peoria Unified override comes out on the winning side this election, on Your ValleyProposition 428, which asks Peoria Unified School District voters to approve a 13% maintenance and operations budget override, appears to have won in the 2026 General Election, according to unofficial results.
Signals AZNov. 6
Water Security in Peoria: City Shares Long-Term Plans, on Signals AZWater Security in Peoria will be the focus of a virtual community discussion on the city’s water sources, Colorado River challenges and long-term plans.
Fabulous ArizonaNov. 6
Fabulous People: Emily Ganem, on Fabulous ArizonaEmily Ganem is the president of Ganem Companies and co-owner and creative director of Sky Restaurant Concepts.
azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicNov. 6
These are Arizona's best nursing homes, a new study reveals, on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicChoosing a nursing home can be difficult. A ranking identified 10 Arizona places that stand out. See which made the list.
Real Estate Daily NewsNov. 6
CBRE arranges $19.7 million sale of Thunderbird Office Park in Peoria, on Real Estate Daily NewsPEORIA, Ariz. (November 6, 2026) – CBRE has arranged the $19.7 million sale of Thunderbird Office Park, a 143,597-square-foot, two-building office park at 14050 and 14100 North 83rd Avenue in Peoria, Arizona. The buyer group included Holualoa Companies and David Walter of DWRE. CBRE’s Geoffrey Turbow and Anthony DeLorenzo represented the seller. CBRE identified the
Peoriatimes.comNov. 6
New Peoria cafe celebrates Christmas year-round, on Peoriatimes.comFor Victoria Andrej, Christmas is a time of year that inspires joy, generosity, kindness, forgiveness and unity — encouraging the community to regard one another with warmth. The spirit of
PinalCentral.comNov. 5
Maricopa’s playoff run cut short in sweep to Sunrise Mountain, on PinalCentral.comPEORIA — After losing the first four games of the season, many wondered if the Maricopa volleyball team would be taking a step back as head coach Tia Kannapel described
AZ Big MediaNov. 5
20 Arizona places offering Veterans Day deals, on AZ Big MediaVeterans Day is a time to reflect on the service and sacrifice. Here are 20 Arizona places offering Veterans Day deals.
Your ValleyNov. 5
Osuna secures Pine District seat for Peoria City Council, on Your ValleyEva Osuna will be the next Pine District councilor for the Peoria City Council, bringing to her seat historical city roots that originated with her uncle’s service at the dais decades ago.
Your ValleyNov. 5
Miller concedes to Finn in Peoria mayoral race, on Your ValleyFormer Peoria Police Chief Art Miller has conceded the Peoria mayoral race to Councilor Michael Finn.
Your ValleyNov. 5
Board of Supervisors approves new e-bike policy, on Your ValleyThe Maricopa County Board of Supervisors on Nov. 4 approved an e-bike ordinance to no opposition during its formal meeting.
azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicNov. 5
This is Arizona's safest city, study says. See how your city ranked, on azcentral.com and The Arizona RepublicHow safe is your Arizona city? A new national study ranked nine cities across the state. See where your city landed.
Your ValleyNov. 5
Peoria offers variety of business classes, on Your ValleyWhether you're launching a new venture or looking to grow an established business, Peoria's Economic Development Services is teaming up with community partners to offer affordable workshops.
FOX 10 PhoenixNov. 4
Hobbs and Giles tout bipartisan vision at west Phoenix victory rally, on FOX 10 PhoenixGov. Katie Hobbs and Lt. Gov.-elect John Giles promised to work across the aisle during a west Phoenix victory rally celebrating their election win.
Your ValleyNov. 4
Wittmann incorporation, annexation topic for Surprise City Council members, on Your ValleyPursuing efforts to become incorporated, a group of Wittmann residents now seek Surprise annexation as part of the process, despite maintaining resistance of the notion in the past.
Your ValleyNov. 4
Surprise council tackles potential Wittmann annexation in meeting, on Your ValleyPursuing efforts to become incorporated, a group of Wittmann residents now seek Surprise annexation as part of the process, despite maintaining resistance of the notion in the past.
AZ Big MediaNov. 4
Mattamy Homes buys 59 homesites in Glendale for $10.6 million, on AZ Big MediaMattamy Homes, North America’s largest family-owned homebuilder, has acquired 59 finished homesites in Legacy Place, an established master-planned community in Glendale, Arizona. The $10,620,000 transaction closed Oct. 29, 2026. MORE NEWS: Atari Hotels breaks ground in Roosevelt Row DEEPER DIVE: 10 Arizona restaurants make Yelp’s Top 100 Mexican food spots Located near 75th and Northern avenues, Legacy …
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Your ValleyNov. 4
Crawford will retain her seat in Peoria's Acacia District, on Your ValleyIncumbent Jennifer Crawford will retain her seat for the Acacia District, which covers the southern part of the city, according to unofficial results.
AZPreps365Nov. 4
Senior core heads the Mustangs into the playoffs, on AZPreps365No. 7 Sunrise Mountain to host No. 10 Maricopa High School in 5A Arizona state playoffs at 6 p.m.
KJZZNov. 4
A legal fight is brewing between Buckeye and a former city planner, on KJZZA former planner for Buckeye has filed a notice of claim against the city over having been fired while negotiating her return to work under the Americans with Disabilities Act.
KJZZNov. 4
Sunday is the deadline for signature curing for Maricopa County voters, on KJZZMaricopa County is still tabulating ballots, and some voters may need to verify their signature or provide identification before their vote is counted.
Your ValleyNov. 4
Cave Creek voters approving tax increase for open space purchase, on Your ValleyTown of Cave Creek voters are approving a sales tax increase to help pay for the purchase of open space land according to the latest numbers from Maricopa County early Wednesday morning.
In brief
The short notes of Good Day Surprise’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
SaddlebackThe 5,300-acre Saddleback community in Peoria is scaling back its original plans, which called for 8,000 homes, three golf courses and a resort.
The 5,300-acre Saddleback community in Peoria is scaling back its original plans, which called for 8,000 homes, three golf courses and a resort. Castle Hill Partners has no immediate plans for a hotel or golf courses, and the community will include as many as 6,500 homes.
News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: KTAR News 92.3 FM
Liberty footballNo. 1 Liberty beat rival Centennial on Friday with both of its quarterbacks hurt.
No. 1 Liberty beat rival Centennial on Friday with both of its quarterbacks hurt. Starter Jason Haines is out for the season with a broken collarbone, so coach Colin Thomas moved top receiver Braxton Huynh to quarterback.
News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic
Nursing homesNewsweek reviewed 1,200 nursing homes nationwide for a best-in-each-state ranking that includes a top 10 for Arizona and for metro Phoenix.
Newsweek reviewed 1,200 nursing homes nationwide for a best-in-each-state ranking that includes a top 10 for Arizona and for metro Phoenix. Performance data counts for 55% of the score.
News Notes · Saturday’s editionSource: azcentral.com and The Arizona Republic