The Phoenix-Areas Likely To See Worst Monsoon Damage

The 2019 Arizona monsoon will be brewing soon and insurance company Allstate has released a list of 20 ZIP codes in Phoenix and the surrounding areas that are likely to see the most damage from monsoon storms. Allstate looked at claims it received during the monsoon season, which runs from June 15 through Sept.... Read More

Arizona Sees Spike In Number Of West Nile-Infected Mosquitoes

While the mosquitoes remain due to a wet winter and cool spring, they seem to be carrying more diseases this year, like West Nile virus. “Some people will only have flu-like symptoms, and may not even know they have West Nile virus or St. Louis encephalitis. But what we’re really concerned with is those... Read More

Phoenix Suns Dancers Auditions Set For July 20

The Phoenix Suns will host auditions for the 2019-20 Suns Dancers beginning Saturday, July 20 at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, Ariz. (9800 Talking Stick Way).  Those possessing the skill and enthusiasm to become a member of the 2019-20 Suns Dancers are encouraged to showcase their ability and compete for a spot on this... Read More

Airfares Rise Just In Time For Summer Travel

Summer travelers planning to book a summer trip will see an increase in price as several major airlines have increased their fares. One-way fares on American Airlines domestic flights increased by $5. On Thursday, JPMorgan analyst Jamie Baker spotted the jump, and added in a research note that it appeared Hawaiian Airlines followed American’s... Read More

First-Time F-35B Flyover Above White House

An inaugural F-35 flyover occurred last week above the White House South Lawn in Washington, D.C. The first-ever F-35 White House flyover was flown by a U.S. Marine Corps F-35B.  Those of us in Arizona know that the Marine Corps Air Station in Yuma is home to F-35B pilot training.  The flyover was part... Read More

Maricopa County Shelter Needs Your Help

Maricopa County Animal Care and Control‘s Phoenix location needs your help. The shelter is filling up quickly because of a quarantine at its Mesa location. The Mesa shelter has had several dogs treated for distemper, an upper respiratory infection. Adoptions are temporarily paused at the Mesa location until all of the dogs can be... Read More

Cancer Deaths Cause Procedural Changes For Phoenix Fire Department

In this year alone, two Phoenix firefighters died from what the department refers to as “occupational cancer.” The Phoenix Fire Department says it is making changes to the department’s protocols and procedures in order to protect the men and women on the front lines, in light of the recent deaths. “We have to go... Read More

Uber Begins Service To and From Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport

Flying out of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport? Travelers now have the option of taking an Uber. The southeast Valley airport recently announced an operating agreement had been reached with Uber. Ryan Smith, Gateway director of communications, said Wednesday, “the airport agreed to allow ride-hailing companies to operate at the airport two years ago, but only... Read More

App Can Help During Monsoon Season

With assistance from everyday drivers, fast responses to storm-related emergencies will be made possible thanks to a partnership between a Phoenix government office and the makers of a traffic app. “In emergency management, I think there’s an opportunity for us to say, ‘what are those things out there that will allow us to inform... Read More

How You Can Tighten Up Your Online Data

Apple is once again in hot water. This time due to user data and IPhone apps. This comes as a shock to many, as Tim Cook, Apple’s CEO, has declared privacy to be a human right and coined the phrase: “what happens on your IPhone, stays on your IPhone.” Despite this, there are dozens... Read More