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Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers

Colorado River plan to cut water amid drought brings uncertainty for cities and farmers

Mayor Robert Morris of Cave Creek, Arizona, is worried about more water shortages from the severely depleted Colorado River
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Foodies are crashing out over Michelin snub. 'Arizona was robbed'

Foodies are crashing out over Michelin snub. 'Arizona was robbed'

After Michelin Guide's inaugural Southwest ceremony, Arizona foodies went off on social about oversights, snubs and restaurants that deserved stars.
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Rainy Weekend Forecast for Phoenix Area Following Record Heat

Rainy Weekend Forecast for Phoenix Area Following Record Heat

The Phoenix area is experiencing a significant weather shift this weekend as monsoon moisture brings storm chances and cooler temperatures. After enduring extreme heat, including a high of 114°F (45.6°C) today, which ties the daily record, the region is set to see relief. This follows yesterday's record-tying 117°F (47.2°C). High pressure is moving out of the Southwest, allowing an area of low pressure to enter the Northwest and tropical moisture to flow into Arizona. These changes are expected to bring rain and thunderstorms to parts of the state, marking a departure from the recent heat wave. The First Alert Weather Day remains in effect for heat in the Valley today.
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern Arizona

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for northern Arizona

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Flagstaff at 2:28 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 29.
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Laura Owens pleads guilty in ‘Bachelor’ pregnancy-fraud case

Laura Owens pleads guilty in ‘Bachelor’ pregnancy-fraud case

Laura Owens admitted to four felonies tied to false pregnancy claims involving Clayton Echard and another man. A judge could send her to prison.
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High school runners hospitalized during Chandler cross-country meet

High school runners hospitalized during Chandler cross-country meet

The heat illnesses came as Chandler and the rest of the Phoenix area remained under an extreme heat warning, with morning temps hitting 100 degrees.
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Grand Canyon University plans to open Arizona's third law school

Grand Canyon University plans to open Arizona's third law school

GCU President Brian Mueller said the proposed College of Law would support Arizona's workforce needs while incorporating a Christian worldview.
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Monsoon Moisture Brings Rain and Relief to Arizona

Monsoon Moisture Brings Rain and Relief to Arizona

Monsoon moisture is moving into Arizona, bringing relief from record-breaking heat. High temperatures in Phoenix are expected to drop from 112°F (44.4°C) on August 28 to 108°F (42.2°C) on August 29, and further to 104°F (40°C) on August 30. Rain chances will increase from 20% on Friday evening to 60% by Sunday evening, with widespread wet weather expected. The influx of moisture is due to a shift in high-pressure systems and a trough along the West Coast, which is funneling moisture into the state.
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When will it start cooling down in Arizona? Here's what experts say

When will it start cooling down in Arizona? Here's what experts say

If you're looking for a reprieve from Phoenix's summer heat, you'll have to wait a bit longer. Here's when it typically cools down in metro Phoenix.
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4 winning lottery tickets worth millions sold in Arizona. Here's where

4 winning lottery tickets worth millions sold in Arizona. Here's where

Four Arizona residents won big this past week. The biggest win was Saturday's The Pick jackpot-winning ticket worth $2.4 million.
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5 restaurants in these 2 states received Michelin stars

5 restaurants in these 2 states received Michelin stars

Five restaurants in these two states just earned Michelin stars. See the winners.
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Phoenix Ties Heat Record as Storm Chances Rise

Phoenix Ties Heat Record as Storm Chances Rise

Phoenix experienced record-tying heat on Wednesday, with temperatures reaching 117°F (47.2°C) at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, matching a record set in 2011. This follows Tuesday's record-breaking high of 115°F (46.1°C). The extreme heat is expected to persist through Saturday, with daily highs ranging from 110°F to 113°F (43.3°C to 45°C). However, a shift in the weather pattern is anticipated on Sunday, bringing a 40% chance of showers and storms to the Phoenix metro area. This change is expected to lower temperatures significantly, with highs dropping to 103°F (39.4°C) on Sunday and potentially below 100°F (37.8°C) by Monday.