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3-Day I-10 Lane Limitations in Chandler: Essential Traffic Update

TL/DR - Drivers should expect lane restrictions on I-10 through the Wild Horse Pass corridor from June 17-19 due to bridge construction over the Gila River. Eastbound I-10 will have the left lane closed near the Gila River bridges from 9 p.m., June 17 to 5 a.m., June 18, while westbound I-10 will have the left lane closed from 9 p.m., June 18 to…

Concern Grows Over New North Phoenix Home Gun Business Plan

TL/DR - A man in Phoenix, Arizona, is planning to sell guns from his home, which has caused concern among his neighbors who fear it could be dangerous and negatively impact property values. The man has applied for two city permits, one to transform his home into a business and another to allow more traffic related to the new home business, and…

Phoenix Chef Rene Andrade Triumphs with James Beard Award

TL/DR - The James Beard Foundation awarded Arizona's Rene Andrade the title of Best Chef - Southwest at its 2024 awards. Crystal Kass was also a finalist in the Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker category. Tucson-based author Gary Nabhan won a James Beard media award for his book, "Agave Spirits: The Past, Present, and Future of Mezcals," in the…

Brave Teens Conquer 6-Story Rappel at Mesa Leadership Academy

TL/DR - Valley high school students attended the Mesa Police Youth Leadership Academy, which included rappelling off a 6-story tower. The academy educates students on topics such as distracted driving and substance abuse, while also helping them develop job skills and leadership abilities. This is one of many programs offered by Mesa Police to…