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A tragic ATV accident in north Phoenix resulted in the death of 17-year-old Edith Ochoa and left a 20-year-old passenger critically injured. The crash occurred on Beardsley Road near 47th Avenue, with police indicating that Ochoa lost control of the vehicle. Authorities are currently investigating the circumstances of the incident.
An Arizona recycling plant, We Recycle Solar, is addressing the growing waste issue of discarded solar panels by repurposing and recycling them. With around 90% of old panels currently ending up in landfills, the facility aims to minimize environmental hazards associated with solar panel waste while promoting a circular economy for renewable energy technology.
Ring is hosting a contest for users to submit doorbell camera footage of paranormal activity for a chance to win $100,000. The contest runs from September 24 to November 1, 2024, and only the first 5,000 entries will be considered. Participants are encouraged to be creative and can use props or costumes in their submissions.
The Powerball jackpot in Arizona has climbed to an estimated $223 million, following a recent drawing where no one matched all six numbers for the previous $208 million jackpot. The next drawing is scheduled for Wednesday, September 25, at 10:59 p.m. Eastern time.
A man was fatally struck by a vehicle while throwing objects at passing cars on southbound Interstate 17 in Phoenix early Monday morning. The incident led to temporary freeway closures and significant traffic delays, but the driver remained at the scene and was not impaired. The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating the incident and seeking additional information from the public.
Abdul Mosawar Khaliqi, 25, and Mohammad Selaman Nasri, 27, drowned in the Salt River on September 18, 2024, after fleeing Afghanistan to escape the Taliban. The cousins, who were part of Operation Allies Welcome, were enjoying a day off when the tragedy occurred, drawing attention to the challenges faced by Afghan refugees in the U.S.
Rising temperatures in New York are forcing the city to confront historical and present-day inequities, similar to the challenges faced by Phoenix. The article highlights the impact of urban heat islands and the importance of green spaces in mitigating heat effects.
East Valley residents gathered to commemorate Preston Lord on what would have been his 17th birthday, marking the occasion as "Preston Lord Day." The event highlighted the impact of his tragic death due to a gang-related attack, sparking conversations about teen violence in the community.
A shooting late Sunday night near the dormitories at the University of Arizona resulted in the death of a college-age man. The shooter remains at large, with authorities conducting an ongoing investigation and increased patrols in the area.
Whoopi Goldberg defended Janet Jackson after the pop star faced backlash for questioning Kamala Harris's racial identity. During a discussion on "The View," Goldberg emphasized the need for grace and understanding, acknowledging that everyone makes mistakes.