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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024

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Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Maricopa County Animal Care & Control waives adoption fees for large dogs during the MCACC Draft Week Adoption Event to ease shelter overpopulation.  Maricopa County

CRIME NEWS

  • Suspects fled in a stolen vehicle after illegally shooting at saguaros, according to police.  12 News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • Maricopa County experienced nearly 8,000 new eviction cases in July, marking a significant increase that could lead to a record high for the year, largely due to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and a sharp rise in rental prices.  KTAR

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Arizona Department of Education requests a waiver to retain $28.5 million in federal funds for low achieving schools, amidst a dispute over missed deadlines.  KJZZ

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Maricopa County's certification of primary election results triggers a closely contested recount in the 3rd Congressional District between Democrats Yassamin Ansari and Raquel Terán.  KTAR

HEALTH NEWS

  • Arizona State University graduates invent a sleep sack incorporating parents' scent for newborns, aiming to enhance bonding and safety.  KJZZ

SPORTS NEWS

  • Arizona athletes secured at least 22 medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, contributing significantly to Team USA's top count of 126 medals.  12 News

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