A road rage confrontation on Interstate 40 near Protho Junction led to the arrest of a Little Rock man by Arkansas State Police on Wednesday. Authorities identified the suspect as 38-year-old Ernest Oneal, who was driving a semi-truck at the time of the incident. According to officials, the victim reported that Oneal had brandished a … Read more
Arizona is poised to develop new charter schools, thanks to a significant federal grant from the United States Department of Education. The state has been awarded $34.8 million as part of the Expanding Opportunities Through Quality Charter Schools Program, aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for underserved communities. The funding, part of a larger $143 million … Read more
Gov. Katie Hobbs has launched ConnectAllAZ, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing affordable and reliable high-speed internet access to every community in Arizona. The program consolidates various broadband projects across the state to streamline efforts in expanding connectivity, especially in underserved areas, such as rural and Tribal communities. Bridging the Digital Divide “All Arizonans, no … Read more
More than 3 million Americans may lose their Medicaid health coverage under the Affordable Care Act (ACA) if federal funding is reduced during President-elect Donald Trump’s second term. Nine states, governed by automatic trigger laws, would see immediate Medicaid expansion rollbacks, leaving millions of low-income individuals without access to essential health care. The Potential Impact … Read more
A federal judge has dismissed a Republican-led lawsuit seeking to remove over 1.27 million voters from Arizona’s registration rolls, ruling that the plaintiffs lacked sufficient legal standing to sue. Arizona Republican Party Chairwoman Gina Swoboda, Arizona Free Enterprise Club President Scot Mussi, and former Secretary of State candidate Steven Gaynor alleged that Secretary of State … Read more
Imagine picking up a penny off the ground, only to realize it’s worth millions of dollars. That’s the extraordinary scenario many coin collectors dream of, especially when it comes to a rare variety like the “doubled die” penny. These coins, which feature a striking error, have become some of the most valuable and sought-after items … Read more
The Peace silver dollar holds a unique place in U.S. numismatic history, not only for its stunning design but also for the symbolic optimism it represented. These coins were minted to commemorate the end of World War I and the hope for enduring peace. Today, they are treasured by collectors and investors alike. The Origins … Read more
Nearly three weeks ago, authorities announced an arrest in the brutal killing of Mercedes Vega, an exotic dancer discovered dead 19 months ago in a burning car on an Arizona highway. Erika Pillsbury, Vega’s mother, says the development has brought her closer to a sense of closure, but she still doesn’t understand the tragic circumstances … Read more
On Wednesday, a Texas court sentenced a man who had admitted to killing a missing woman in Arizona to death for the murder and dismemberment of three others. Last month, a Tarrant County jury convicted Jason Thornburg, 44, of capital murder in the murders of David Lueras, 42, Lauren Phillips, 34, and Maricruz Mathis, 33. … Read more
Federal officials have announced that an Arizona-based drug trafficker has been sentenced to over ten years in prison. On December 3, 2024, the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) made an announcement regarding the sentencing of Heriberto Lopez-Landeros, a 44-year-old resident of Avondale. He has been sentenced to 14 years in prison. In August 2024, Lopez-Landeros … Read more