2 convicted in shooting, kidnapping near Arizona Mills mall
Two men have been convicted in the kidnapping and shooting of a man last December near Arizona Mills mall.

City response to toxic gas at Kyrene water plant under scrutiny
Tempe taxpayers are on the hook for a contractor's bill that has topped $302,000 and is still ballooning for work that some say could have been avoided if the city had followed recommendations outlined more than two years ago.

City budget workshop open to the public
Facing nearly a $50 million budget gap over the next 19 months, Tempe has joined the ranks of Valley cities scrambling to find cutbacks.

Urban Campfire employee threatened with knife, police say
A man is suspected of assaulting an employee of Urban Campfire restaurant and bar after the employee asked the suspect to leave when he refused to purchase anything, Tempe police said.

Weather delaying Sky Harbor flights; lines inside short
Stormy weather and low visibility to blame.
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Town Lake stocked, anglers stoked for cool-season fishing
Fishing enthusiasts were on hand to see more than 3,500 rainbow trout dumped into Tempe Town Lake Tuesday.

Fantasy of Lights Parade to feature twist this year
Tempe's APS Fantasy of Lights Parade has become a tradition for the city, a tradition that will continue this year - with a twist.

Injured Tempe Marine looks forward to future
A Tempe Marine home for the holidays and healing from battle wounds met one of his own personal heroes at Sunday's Arizona's Cardinals game.

Groundbreaking former women's coach Pittman dies
Anne Pittman, a trailblazing coach who headed the Arizona State women's tennis program for 30 years, died this week in Tempe after suffering a stroke. She was 90.

Valley residents remain split over cost, effects of light rail
Some complain that the $1.4 billion project is a waste, and others can't wait until its launch.
Rail safety | Downtown rail | Project progress

Fanaikas walk on, succeed at ASU
The brother-sister duo makes a four-year mark after walking on in football and women's basketball.

Dog dies in Tempe house fire
A Tempe house fire Tuesday morning resulted in the injury of one occupant and the death of a dog, officials said.

Police seek missing Tempe man
The Tempe Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating Ian Baldwin, 52, who went missing Friday and is believed to be a danger to himself.

Tempe's budget shark looks bigger than expected
Tempe used a Jaws analogy to illustrate the massive economic shark it faces in budget waters troubled by the ripple effect of a tsunami-sized financial crisis on Wall Street and the city's tanking sales tax revenue and investment returns.

Tempe business pays $50,000 to settle discrimination suit
A Tempe business has settled a race discrimination and retaliation lawsuit to the tune of $50,000.

Cyclist beaten with own bike, Tempe police say
A Tempe man suspected of striking another man with his own bicycle was arrested Monday evening.

Festival of Lights still needs volunteers
The holidays in Ahwatukee are officially launched with the 13th annual Festival of Lights Kick-Off Party Saturday at Desert Foothills Park.

Longtime symphony flute star from Tempe reconnects with his roots
Joe Corral is used to guiding high school students, but he recently connected with some of his own teachers who helped him along the way.

Census seeks central Phoenix workers
The 2010 U.S. Census is of recruiting for its central Phoenix office.

Clouds, chance of rain through holiday
Today's skies set the tone for the rest of the week.
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4-year ASU QB Carpenter seeks respect
Carpenter can finish second in Arizona State starting quarterback victories as career winds to an end.

Group gives homeless young people shelter
HomeBase Youth Services recently unveiled its new 25-bed transitional-living center as part of a $6 million overhaul to its Phoenix shelter for homeless young people.

Hip-hop artist sues Tempe club over fight with bouncers
''Double-O'' says he suffered a broken eye socket.
Rapper charged in club fight | Video

Car show set for Mesa Riverview
Mesa Riverview will be hopping Friday through Sunday with its inaugural car show featuring everything from low-riders to Ford Model Ts.

Tempe budget challenges 'unprecedented'
Tempe used a Jaws analogy to illustrate the massive economic shark it faces in budget waters troubled by the ripple effect of a tsunami-sized financial crisis on Wall Street and the city's tanking sales tax revenue and investment returns.

Man arrested; said he fell into pool
Tempe police arrested a 21-year-old man after they said he fell into a pool early Saturday while trespassing.

Maricopa County supervisor candidate Sinclaire found dead
Joel Sinclaire, a candidate for District 2, was challenging Republican Don Stapley.
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ASU moves up to No. 14; NC still No. 1
In the second week of the season, Arizona State already has improved its standing in the Top 25.

Frying a turkey? Be aware of dangers
Experts are reminding household chefs to take caution to prevent house fires this Thanksgiving if they're deep-frying turkeys.

Glitter wars: Stores dress up for the holidays
Facing a shorter shopping season and the most reluctant consumers in decades, retailers are spending more money this year on holiday glitter. They are also bringing out the bling earlier than ever.
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Europeans capture sweep of titles at Ford Ironman Arizona
Everybody crossed the Ford Ironman Arizona finish line with exhausted smiles. Some finished with shoes stained red from bloody toes. A few finished in a wheelchair. Only Andreas Raelert and Heleen Bij De Vaate finished alone.
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Tempe woman dies after apartment fire
The fire started around 2:30 a.m. and was contained to the woman's apartment in the Hidden Glen complex on Third Street, southeast of Rio Salado Parkway and Hardy Drive, said fire spokesman Deems Shepard.

Pendergraph bemoans funk
Just a few weeks ago, Jeff Pendergraph discussed his hopes for a magical senior season, taking Arizona State basketball to places it hasn't gone during his time in Tempe. The vision remains, but after two games, the path has changed.

SE Valley restaurants cater to holiday needs
Thankful you're not cooking this holiday? Plenty of restaurants in the Southeast Valley are preparing the big meal for take-out or dine-in customers.
Grocers compete to attract holiday shoppers

Valley grocers compete to attract holiday shoppers
Grocers this year are especially aware of consumers' needs to shave costs.
SE Valley restaurants cater to holiday needs

Driver beware: Traffic restrictions for Ironman event
Ford Ironman Arizona will test the strength of thousands in downtown Tempe Sunday. It may also test the patience of area drivers with its numerous traffic restrictions.

Performers work, play hard to revive music
A man with a band and a plan to bring more music to Tempe is just one of several people working to harmonize the local entertainment scene.

Tempe prepares wish list in case of federal aid
Murmurs that the U.S. Congress may pass an economic stimulus package that includes state aid for infrastructure projects has Tempe penning a wish list of municipal projects with which it could use a helping hand.

Boys and Girls Club gets big boost from Toyota Financial Services
The Guadalupe branch of the Boys and Girls Clubs of the East Valley held its annual Thanksgiving dinner Thursday night, and with the help of Toyota Financial Services, there was much for which to be thankful.

4 choirs to sing as one in holiday concert
Singers from Tempe, Mesa, Gilbert and Sun Lakes will perform Christmas songs at a free concert Saturday in downtown Mesa.

Residents pack food to fight world hunger
More than 1,400 area residents are gathering together this week to fight world hunger and they're doing it a cup, spoon and bag at a time.

St. Mary's Food Bank needs 8,000 turkeys
St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance wants to collect 8,000 turkeys and other food donations this weekend to give Valley families in need something more to be thankful for.

ASU women get 2nd chance vs. OU
No. 18 ASU women travel to No. 2 Oklahoma for Preseason WNIT semifinal.

Man impaled in brain with belt buckle during gang fight, police say
A Tempe man was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of aggravated assault after he lodged a belt buckle into a victim's head, police said.

Final election results give Ahwatukee double representation
For the first time, two Ahwatukee residents will represent District 20 at the statehouse.

Tempe police chief drops Citizen's Police Academy
Tempe Police Chief Tom Ryff said he canceled the February session of the Citizen's Police Academy course while he evaluates the department's budget.

Banner Children's tower taking shape
The new Banner Children's Hospital tower is rapidly taking shape and on schedule to open in November 2009.

Suns help Tempe Y unveil reading center
The Tempe YMCA was filled with All-Star talent last week when the Phoenix Suns, in partnership with Toyota and the NBA, unveiled the first YMCA Reading & Learning Center.

Centerpoint condos hopes to resume construction in January
If it seems that little progress has been made on finishing those downtown twin towers that loom over Mill Avenue it's because all work on the Centerpoint Condominiums project stopped in October.
Mill evolution: Tempe's condos

'Twilight' fans stake hearts on vampire romance
The movie Twilight premieres at midnight tonight, and 13-year-old Hannah Sumpter of Tempe has already had her ticket for weeks. Nothing short of a vampire attack could keep her from the first showing, no matter that she'll stumble through middle school Friday like one of the undead.

familiar faces, tricky issues
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