Maricopa County
Recent News About Maricopa County
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Maricopa County Seeks Applicants for Highland Justice Precinct Constable Position
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors is seeking applicants for appointment to the position of Highland Justice Precinct Constable. Luke Palmer, who previously held the position, resigned effective February 27th, 2024."The vacancy will be filled by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors. By law, the appointee must be a Republican, like Palmer, live in the Highland Justice Precinct, and be a registered Arizona voter. The appointee will fill the position through the remainder of the term," stated the announcement.The Highland Justice Precinct covers the Gilbert area...
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Maricopa County Board Appoints Dr. Elda Luna-Nájera as District 22 Legislator
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors has appointed Dr. Elda Luna-Nájera to represent Legislative District 22 in the Arizona House of Representatives. LD-22, located in the West Valley and including Tolleson and Avondale, will now be represented by Dr. Luna-Nájera. In response to the appointment, Supervisor Steve Gallardo of District 5 expressed his confidence in the new appointee, stating, “I could not think of a more qualified person to fill this vacancy in LD-22. Dr. Luna-Nájera is a respected community leader in the West Valley and her experience in the...
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Additional Measles Cases Identified in Maricopa County Prompt Health Advisory
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health (MCDPH) has confirmed two new cases of measles related to a recent exposure, prompting a public health advisory. Dr. Nick Staab, assistant medical director for MCDPH, emphasized the importance of community cooperation in containing the outbreak, stating, "We need the community’s help to keep measles contained."The identified public locations where exposure may have occurred are as follows:- Honey and Vine Restaurant at San Tan Mountain in Chandler on February 14 from 6pm to 11pm.- Orlando Auto Body in Gilbert on February...
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180 dead from the heat as Maricopa County endures scorching summer temps
In the last week, the number of confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County jumped from 133 to 180, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County skyrocket to 133 during record-breaking heat wave
In the last week, the number of confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County jumped from 89 to 133, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County skyrocket to 89 during record-breaking heat wave.
In the last week, the number of confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County jumped from 59 to 89, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Heat-related deaths in Maricopa County decrease last week after record-breaking temperatures
Last week in Maricopa County, roughly 40 people passed away due to heat-related issues, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports
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Number of confirmed heat-related deaths in Maricopa County rises to 39
Last week in Maricopa County, roughly 90 people passed away due to heat-related issues, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Number of possible heat deaths skyrocket in Maricopa County in the last week
In Maricopa County, roughly 140 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending July 22, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County suffers 28 heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, 28 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending July 15, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County suffers 13 heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, 13 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending July 8, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County bracing for intense summer heat; 48 already passing away from heat-related causes this year
No one died from heat-associated illnesses the week ending July 1, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County suffers 11 heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, 11 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending June 24, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County suffers 5 heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, 5 people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending June 17, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Maricopa County suffers four heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, four people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending June 10, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports
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Maricopa County suffers 2 heat-associated deaths during the past week
In Maricopa County, two people died due to heat-related issues in the week ending June 3, according to Maricopa County Morbidity Reports.
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Sanctions sought in Maricopa County election battle with Kari Lake: 'Enough really is enough'
A court motion filed in Maricopa County seeks to sanction former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake (R) and silence her claims challenging the integrity of the election Lake lost to now-Gov. Katie Hobbs (D-AZ).
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Powell for Maricopa County: 'The Empty the Shelters event couldn't come at a more perfect time'
Maricopa County Animal Care & Control is participating in Bissell Pet Foundation's “Empty the Shelters – Holiday Hope” adoption event through Dec. 11, with discounted adoption fees.
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Maricopa County animal shelter director placed on administrative leave after claims of 'toxic work environment'
Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelter director Michael Mendel has been placed on administrative leave amid claims that the shelter is a "toxic work environment."
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Lake on lawsuit against Maricopa County: 'We're on a timeline ... when it comes to fighting this botched election'
Kari Lake (R), a former gubernatorial candidate, filed a lawsuit against Maricopa County in late November.