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Couple charged in Phoenix airport luggage thefts

Authorities say an Arizona couple has been indicted in the theft of nearly 1,000 pieces of luggage from baggage claim carousels at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Solar panel maker Suntech plans Phoenix-area plant

Gov. Jan Brewer on Monday announced plans for a Chinese-owned solar panel maker to build its U.S. headquarters and a manufacturing plant in the Phoenix area, propelling one of the nation's sunniest states toward a bigger global presence in the renewable energy industry.

Keselowski meets with NASCAR before race

Brad Keselowski met with top NASCAR officials for about 20 minutes before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, where the young driver had yet another on-track run-in with Denny Hamlin.

Edwards' win staves off Busch title

Carl Edwards rolled to a dominating win at Phoenix International Speedway that temporarily staved off Kyle Busch's bid to clinch the Nationwide Series title.

Hornaday wins record 4th Trucks title

The record books will list Ron Hornaday as the oldest champion in NASCAR history. But behind the wheel of one of Kevin Harvick's trucks, he feels like a kid again.

Johnson cruising into finale after Phoenix victory

Jimmie Johnson won't plan any parties this week, or waste a minute pondering his place in NASCAR history.

Truex, Kurt Busch take top 2 spots at PIR

Martin Truex Jr. bounced back from a midweek NASCAR penalty with a pole-winning run at Phoenix International Raceway.

Fitch downgrades Phoenix life insurance

The life insurance subsidiaries of The Phoenix Companies Inc. received a ratings downgrade on Monday by Fitch Ratings.

Police sorting luggage allegedly stolen by couple

Locked safes, medical equipment and clothing piled from floor to ceiling were among the hoards of personal belongings sorted by police on Thursday after a couple was arrested on charges they stole luggage from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

Police: Stolen luggage piled from floor to ceiling

Phoenix police found medicines, passports, stereo and video equipment, video games, laptop computers and even adoption paperwork in a house holding hundreds of pieces of stolen luggage.

Phoenix posts wide 2Q loss, stock plunges

Insurer The Phoenix Cos. on Tuesday posted a wide second-quarter loss, driven by severance costs and tax issues, sending shares down sharply.

Funding woes hamper Phoenix light rail expansion

Phoenix officials have delayed a proposed expansion of this car-crazy city's new light rail system, citing funding problems and a drop in tax revenue because of the slow economy.

Biffle wins Nationwide race at Phoenix

Greg Biffle and his Roush Fenway Racing team gambled their way to a record win Friday night.

Martin claims 3rd pole of season

Mark Martin won his third pole of the season Friday, taking the top spot at Phoenix International Raceway.

Mark Martin makes history with win at Phoenix

Mark Martin puts in long hours in the gym and thinks the last time he ate fast food was a Burger King run some 15 years ago. He lives his life like a man half of his age. And drives like it, too.

Phoenix to host 2011 All-Star game

The Arizona Diamondbacks and Chase Field have been chosen to host the 2011 All-Star game.

Tournament moves to city, Ochoa still the favorite

Lorena Ochoa will go for her third straight victory at the Phoenix stop on the LPGA Tour. She'll have to do it on a different course.

Scoop: Joaquin Phoenix has taken his act too far

Let’s stop encouraging Joaquin Phoenix’s miscreant behavior — the only thing real about this rap act is the beard.

Joaquin Phoenix leaps into crowd at hip-hop show

Joaquin Phoenix appears to be getting into the act of being a petulant hip-hop star.

4-titude: 4 sets of quads, same hospital

Not all high-order multiple births come with a sideshow of paparazzi and lurid tabloid headlines like those surrounding the octuplets born to a single mother with six other children in California. Many are like the four sets of quadruplets delivered in one Phoenix hospital within a six-week period — born to stable and responsible couples with the means to support the children and no desire for publicity.

Joaquin's Letterman appearance is instant classic

One night after his memorably weird interview with actor Joaquin Phoenix, David Letterman made a joke in his "Late Show" monologue questioning whether Phoenix was on drugs.

Phoenix insists he's jilting Hollywood for hip-hop

Joaquin Phoenix is torn between two lovers in what he professes will be his last film.

Phoenix confirms he's walking the hip-hop line

Joaquin Phoenix says there's no hoax about it: He really has given up acting to become a hip-hop musician.

Car-crazy Phoenix launches light rail line

Thousands of people packed into train cars Saturday as this car-crazy city launched its new light rail system amid criticism that ridership would be limited by urban sprawl and the area's grueling summer heat.

Jones: Are Suns changed for the better?

When Steve Kerr took over as the Suns general manager in June of 2007 he set his mind to strengthening the team, which already was quite strong having made the Western Conference finals in 2005 and 2006 and the conference semifinals in the spring in which he was hired.

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8-year-old rape victim's parents charged with abuse - CNN.com
Source: CNN

The parents of an 8-year-old Liberian girl who was allegedly sexually assaulted by four boys in July were arrested Friday on child abuse charges, according to Arizona police.

Music Worth Your Time 11/14/09

Title: 1901 Artist: Phoenix Album: Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix Year: 2009 Genre: Pop/Rock

For the Love of a Lammy.

I know you are probably thinking I need a spelling lesson on the word "Lamb" but no this is the was she spells it. When my oldest daughter was 1 year old she got a new wind up music playing Lamb for her birthday from Her auntie.

MLB has already put the Yankees in the World Series

Has MLB never seen the "Dewey beats Truman" picture? Clearly they haven't because there is just no justification for this ridiculous act. I was reading the Los Angeles Times and look what I found.

What will you be watching Sunday Night?

Fans in the New York market will be torn Sunday Night. Because of the rain in New York Saturday night Game 6 of the American League Championship Series between the New York Yankees and the Los Angeles of Anaheim has been postponed to Sunday night.

Family Says 911 Tape Caught Cops Planning Cover-Up After Shooting
Source: courthousenews.com

A homeowner says a Phoenix police officer shot him six times in the back during a 911 home-invasion call, and the 911 tape recorded the officer's partner saying, "That's all right. Don't worry about it. I got your back. ...

Arizona Sheriff's Powers Cut. By Miriam Jordan. OCTOBER 7, 2009
Source: Wall Street Journal

The Obama administration is curbing the powers of an Arizona sheriff who has led one of the most contentious fights against illegal immigrants.

Phoenix Family Lawsuit: Cops Shot Homeowner Instead of Intruder
Source: ABC News

excerpt: "" When Tony Arambula managed to corner an armed intruder in his son's bedroom he expected police to come to his aid.

Masked speeder stymies Arizona police
Source: msnbc.com

Speed camera photos of the man in the monkey and giraffe masks have generated lots of chuckles. But the cops aren't laughing.

Police Train To Forcibly Draw Blood From Drunk Driving Suspects:Nightmarish and chilling program will be expanded nationwide
Source: Alex Jones' Prison Planet.com

The Federal program's aim is to determine if blood draws by cops can be an effective tool against drunk drivers and aid in their prosecution. They will draw blood of any suspected drunk driver who refuses a breath test.

Banks Often Ask Home Buyers to Sign an As Is Addendum. What is an As Is Addendum Anyway
Source: urbanlifeblog.com

Bank owned homes and short sales are dominating the real estate market. Included in most of the transaction is a document called the "AS IS" addendum. The Urban Team has created a little tutorial about this addendum that covers some of the high points of the document.

Golden Corral: Excellent

Music: Food Court Musical Disclaimer: I have no commercial interest in the Golden Corral. I am a customer and that's it. We became familiar with the Golden Corral in Jacksonville, Florida. We lived there from 2000 to 2004.

Baby, tot found after gunpoint kidnapping
Source: msnbc.com

An armed gunman burst into a home early Tuesday and kidnapped a 2-year-old boy and 11-month-old girl, police said. The children were later recovered by police.

Liberian envoy tries to heal aftermath of 8-year-old's rape

The Deputy Liberian Ambassador to the United States went to church in Phoenix (Arizona) Sunday.

I've Told You That I'm A Trucker

I hauled steel predominately. I hauled steel on a forty foot flatbed, in box trailers, I hauled two forty five foot trailers as one unit, and I hauled two twenty seven foot trailers with 34 wheels on the whole unit. They are called doubles. I pulled a tanker too.

Prosecutor: Juvenile sexual assault is 'heartrending' - CNN.com
Source: CNN

(CNN) -- With four Phoenix, Arizona, boys ages 9 to 14 charged with sexual assault on an 8-year-old girl, a prosecutor vowed Thursday his office will "seek justice for the young victim in this heartrending situation."

Phoenix Police Find Child Wearing Diaper Full of Drugs During Traffic Stop
Source: FOXNews.com

Phoenix police made a startling discovery when they pulled a motorist over for reckless driving: a toddler boy wearing a diaper full of methamphetamines.

CityScape Topping Out Ceremony Brings More Hope to Downtown Phoenix
Source: Urban Life

The developers of CityScape in downtown Phoenix held a topping off celebration this morning. A festive event featuring Arizona Governor Jan Brewer, Phoenix Mayor Gordon and executives from Red Development and Hunt Construction group.

Former American Express Database Administrator Nabbed in Phoenix - Credit Card Sting
Source: KPHO Channel 5 - Phoenix, AZ

What do you get when you allow a database administrator full access to cardmember data? You guessed it. Theft. Former American Express employee, Timothy Curley, was arrested in Phoenix at Sky Harbor Airport.

Phoenix arson dog to show her skills on TV
Source: The Arizona Republic

"As a Phoenix Fire Department arson dog, Sadie is used to remaining calm around the flashing lights and loud sounds of sirens and the hustle and bustle of firefighters and policemen."

Where to watch fireworks, music, and have fun on July 4th in Arizona
Source: Urban Life

This is as complete a list as I've seen of the places to go and enjoy the 4th of July in Arizona. It's a huge list with links and loads of information.

Daniel Radcliffe Harry Potter Tipsy Quiz Game: Too drunk to remember film name
Source: bild.de

'Harry Potter' star Daniel Radcliffe got so drunk at a pub that he couldn't remember the name of his own movie!

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