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4-Year-Old Boy Dies After Unresponsive in Phoenix Backyard PoolWorld — 1dA 4-year-old boy died after being found unresponsive in a west Phoenix backyard pool with no fence; firefighters gave CPR before he died at a hospital.

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Phoenix Names Interim CFO for Westblom DepartureFinance — 3dPhoenix Education Partners CFO Blair Westblom will leave effective Oct. 10 in a mutual separation the company said was unrelated to financial reporting or internal-control concerns. The board appointed corporate development chief Michael Cochran interim CFO; Westblom’s exit package includes more than $1.1 million in cash severance, her fiscal 2026 bonus and equity benefits.

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Firefighters Rescue Eight Pets Across Three House FiresWorld — 1dFirefighters rescued six pets—three dogs and three cats—from a Phoenix house fire; all three residents escaped, though they were displaced. Separate house fires in Bedford County, Virginia, and Allegheny Township, Pennsylvania, also prompted crews to rescue dogs, including one unconscious dog who was revived.

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Vice President Vance to headline Turning Point USA AmericaFest in Phoenix — 4dVice President JD Vance is set to headline Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest 2026, scheduled for Dec. 17-20 at the Phoenix Convention Center. Other announced speakers include Erika Kirk and Donald Trump Jr., with thousands expected to attend the annual conservative gathering.

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IJRTanker Data Shows Millions Fewer Barrels A Day Crossing Hormuz Than Energy Secretary SaysSimon August · 4 min · 3h

Taiwan Opens Phoenix Office After Beijing Objects to Plan — Oct 5, 2026Hobbs and Taiwan's Lin opened Taiwan's 14th U.S. office in Phoenix on Oct. 5, 2026, after China letters urging her to block it; TSMC's Phoenix total hit $265 billion.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Phoenix Tests Autonomous Shuttles, Tallinn Runs Operator-FreeTech — 4dPhoenix Sky Harbor is testing driverless shuttles in its East Economy lot, with onboard attendants and a six-month pilot to gauge safety and passenger response. Separately, Estonia’s Auve Tech has begun operating airport shuttles at Tallinn without onboard safety operators, transporting workers and equipment on fixed routes after extensive testing and regulatory approval.

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Mercury Systems expands Phoenix campus by 50,000 square feet for defense workBusiness — 4dMercury Systems expanded its Phoenix manufacturing campus by 50,000 square feet with a highly automated facility intended to boost production and speed deliveries for critical U.S. and allied defense programs, including its Common Processing Architecture systems. The expansion, which began operating in fiscal 2026’s third quarter, is expected to add more than 50 jobs; the campus already employs more than 400 people.

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Phoenix, Naples Seek 2028 Olympic Torch StopsSports — 5dThe 2028 Olympic torch relay is planned to travel through all 50 states before reaching Los Angeles, with Phoenix expressing interest in joining the route. Naples is also taking preliminary steps to potentially host a three-to-four-mile relay segment and a celebratory cauldron lighting, though the route and schedule will not be announced until 2027.

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Kennard's 20 points lead Suns past Spurs, 102-98 — 1dLuke Kennard scored a game-high 20 points with five rebounds and four assists in the Suns’ preseason win over San Antonio, showing he can contribute as both a shooter and playmaker. Phoenix is counting on him to help replace Grayson Allen’s perimeter production, though Kennard is likely to have a secondary role when the team’s stars are available.

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BooksFewer measurable goals beat a long list of vague onesFocus by subtraction—a handful of public goals checked weekly and cut free from pay—beats scattered annual ambition.9m · 1 reads

Dave’s Hot Chicken Opens 500th, Plans More LocationsBusiness — 4dDave’s Hot Chicken opened its 500th restaurant in Phoenix as the chain continues rapid expansion, adding about 100 locations since reaching 400 earlier in 2026. New restaurants are also planned or opening in St. Cloud, Minnesota; Glendale, Wisconsin; and Grandville, Michigan.

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Teasley Pleads Guilty in Phoenix Murder, Avoids DeathWorld — Oct 2, 2026Zion Teasley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2023 killing of Lauren Heike, who was stabbed 15 times on a north Phoenix hiking trail; DNA and other forensic evidence linked him to the crime. The plea removes the possibility of a death sentence, with Teasley set to receive life in prison and also pleading guilty in a separate child sexual exploitation case.

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Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Suns’ Bridges Exits Bulls Game With Ankle Injury — 4dPhoenix Suns forward Miles Bridges left Wednesday’s preseason loss to the Chicago Bulls with a right ankle injury after colliding with players while pursuing a loose ball. Coach Jordan Ott said Bridges seemed to be in a good place and could potentially play Saturday, while Jordan Goodwin is prepared to fill in at point guard if needed.

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Booker Scores 11 in Suns’ Preseason Loss — 4dDevin Booker has urged Suns teammates competing for roster and rotation spots to treat preseason games seriously after Phoenix squandered a large lead in a loss to Detroit. He has also struggled from 3-point range in the preseason as he works to become a more willing shooter, while coach Jordan Ott says Booker will continue to make the right play rather than force shots.

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Education Employers Seek Staff Across Five CommunitiesLifestyle — 4dEducation employers in Plano, Maine, Yorba Linda, Phoenix and Pueblo are recruiting for a wide range of roles, including classroom teachers, literacy and special-education specialists, instructional aides, preschool staff and adult-learning instructors. Some openings also span specialized training, fitness and other teaching fields; applicants should check each employer’s requirements and current availability.

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IJRAmazon In Talks To Shell Out $7,000,000,000 For Israeli AI Startup After Anthropic Walked AwayDylan Kresak · 2 min · 3h

Suns’ Ighodaro Starts Preseason Opener Against Pistons — Oct 5, 2026Oso Ighodaro started at center for Phoenix in its preseason opener against Detroit, but his quiet showing did little to settle the competition with rookie Khaman Maluach. Ighodaro may open the season as the starter, while Maluach’s upside and impact in the paint have fueled speculation that he could eventually take the role.

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Jim Carrey vs Adam SandlerYourlist — VS BattleRubber-faced mania versus deadpan slob comedy — two 90s comedy titans, two entirely different engines.

I-10 widening begins on 11-mile Arizona stretchTravel — 6dConstruction has begun on the third segment of Arizona’s 26-mile I-10 Wild Horse Pass Corridor project, adding lanes and new or rebuilt interchanges along an 11-mile stretch between Loop 202 and the Gila River. The project is intended to ease congestion between Phoenix and Casa Grande, with completion expected by late 2029.

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Warm October Weather, With Rain Ahead in Some RegionsWeather — Oct 3, 2026Phoenix is forecast to stay sunny and unusually hot, with highs near 99 degrees and breezy conditions Sunday. Warm weather will continue into the week, with highs in the mid-to-upper 90s and little chance of rain.

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Scooter Crashes Kill Two, Critically Injure WomanAuto — Oct 5, 2026A girl riding an electric scooter was killed after being struck by a car in a crosswalk in Oildale, California; authorities say the driver stayed at the scene and the crash remains under investigation. Separately, a man in Trois-Rivières died after a car struck his electric scooter, while a woman on a mobility scooter was critically injured in a Phoenix collision.

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Tropical-fueled storms, cooldown expected across ArizonaWeather — 6dShowers and thunderstorms are expected across the Phoenix area from Saturday into early next week as moisture from Tropical Storm Rachel combines with a low-pressure system, bringing locally heavy rain and gusty winds. Temperatures are forecast to drop sharply from triple-digit heat into the 80s, with strong Sunday winds potentially raising blowing-dust and travel concerns.

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BooksSet up money once and let systems build your wealthWealth comes from a few automated systems, not expertise, high income, or iron discipline.13m · 2 reads

Arizona Man Pleads Guilty in Hiker’s 15-Stab Murder — Oct 5, 2026Zion Teasley pleaded guilty to first-degree murder in the 2023 stabbing death of hiker Lauren Heike in Phoenix, avoiding the death penalty under a deal that calls for life in prison. Heike’s family supported the plea agreement to avoid the trauma of a trial; authorities have described the attack as apparently random but said their investigation was not concluded.

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Fall foliage peaks at different times across regions this season — Oct 4, 2026Fall color is expected to spread across much of the country by mid-October, while Arizona’s peak arrives later, with Phoenix waiting until around Christmas. For visitors seeking autumn scenery without summer crowds, several western and northern national parks become quieter in fall, though services may be limited and winter weather can set in.

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Charlie Kirk Statue Vandalized at Phoenix Headquarters — Sep 13, 2026An eight-foot Charlie Kirk statue at TPUSA’s Phoenix HQ was hit with red paint days after unveiling; the team restored it “good as new” by Sunday.

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Elena Vasquez At least the team got it fixed by Sunday without letting the damage linger.

Pope Leo XIV dedicates October prayer to mental health ministry — Oct 1, 2026Pope Leo XIV’s October prayer intention calls on the Church to welcome people facing mental-health challenges, listen without judgment and confront stigma and exclusion. He also urges support for caregivers and integrating mental-health care into church communities; a Phoenix diocesan reflection highlights the ministry’s effort to accompany people who are struggling.

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Rachel Meyers It's about time the Church made mental health a priority instead of ignoring it. This could really help families in my diocese.

Rookie Shay Ciezki Scores 22 in Mercury Comeback Win — Sep 18, 2026Undrafted rookie Shay Ciezki scored a career-high 22 points off the bench, 17 in the third quarter, as Phoenix rallied past Portland 94-91.

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Marcus Bell Portland fought hard too but the short-handed roster made it tough to close out the win.

IJRIran War Has Reportedly Cost Each American Household $2,000Jillian Butler · 2 min · 4h