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Advocates for renewable energy just won control of Arizona's second-largest utility board, securing five of seven contested seats in a record-turnout election. The Salt River Project serves 1.1 million Phoenix-area customers, and this shift could reshape how the region powers its future.
The WM Phoenix Open just broke its own fundraising record for the fourth year running, raising over $20.1 million for Arizona nonprofits. That's $2 million more than last year's already impressive haul.
The WM Phoenix Open just broke its own fundraising record for the fourth year running, beating last year's total by $2 million. Since 2010, this single golf tournament has raised over $180 million for Arizona communities.
A 3-year-old running toward a busy Phoenix intersection was swept to safety by a utility worker who happened to be in exactly the right place at the right time. The heart-stopping rescue was caught on camera.
Arizona's largest utility just elected its first clean energy majority, promising solar incentives and faster renewable adoption for millions across Phoenix. Voter turnout quadrupled as residents mobilized to shape their energy future.
Phoenix-area rescue teams worked nonstop Saturday, safely bringing down four injured hikers from different mountain trails. All four women were hospitalized in stable condition after crews used specialized rope systems and big wheel stretchers to reach them.
The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation just crossed an incredible milestone: $100 million donated to charities across the state. CEO Derrick Hall and representatives from organizations like Matthew's Crossing Food Bank gathered at Chase Field to celebrate decades of community impact.
Former addict Steve Harmon now drives Phoenix streets handing out Narcan and hope to people battling addiction. His personal mission is saving lives one street corner at a time.
Retired lawyer Tom Henderson now drives hundreds of miles weekly to ensure remote Arizona veterans reach their medical appointments. A growing network of volunteer drivers is bridging vast distances to deliver healthcare access across 65,000 square miles of northern Arizona.
Over 100 volunteers kicked off Arizona's annual Kindness Week by racing to pack thousands of meal boxes for families facing hunger. Their work addresses a stunning reality: one in five Arizona children needs food assistance.
Phoenix-area rescue teams worked overtime this weekend, safely bringing four injured hikers down from three different mountains during above-average temperatures. Every single hiker made it to the hospital in stable condition.
Over 5,700 Arizona students turned everyday frustrations into real inventions this year, from cat toys to robotic trash collectors. Their creations competed at Arizona State University in a statewide contest teaching kids to think like entrepreneurs.
The Arizona Diamondbacks just crossed $100 million in charitable donations after 31 years of giving back to their community. Arizona's governor declared March 9 "D-backs Give Back Day" to honor the milestone.
Julie Read pulled a trapped driver from a smoking SUV seconds before it burst into flames at a North Phoenix intersection. Her 20 years as a firefighter's wife gave her the emergency know-how to act when others froze.
Arizona State University students will pitch breakthrough technology projects to investors and industry leaders during the state's inaugural AZ Tech Week, featuring over 300 events connecting Arizona's booming tech community. From game design demos to drone exhibitions, the April 6-12 celebration puts student innovation front and center.
Arizona's largest utility just elected a clean energy majority to its board for the first time. The Salt River Project now has champions of renewable power making decisions for millions of customers.
Voters chose clean energy advocates for most Salt River Project board seats in Arizona's most watched utility election. Despite being outspent 10-to-1, the Clean Energy Team secured victories across multiple districts.
Arizona's energy leaders just delivered a roadmap to power the state's booming economy with clean, affordable energy while creating thousands of jobs. The plan cuts red tape on solar and wind projects to meet surging demand from tech companies and protect the grid.
Grassroots Clean Energy Team candidates won most races for Arizona's Salt River Project board, despite being outspent 10-to-1 by conservative political group Turning Point Action. The victory gives clean energy advocates control of leadership decisions at one of the state's largest utilities.
Voters in Phoenix just handed clean energy supporters control of the nation's largest public power utility board. The shift comes as communities nationwide push back against rising electricity bills and demand cleaner power sources.
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