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
ACTIVE NEWS
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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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