Police union backs officer amid detainment allegations
Andrew Wilkens 25 from Chandler was released on bond after arrest on misdemeanor assault and bribery tied to detaining a Phoenix woman on April 4. Phoenix Law Enforcement Association head Mike Petchel said questions remain about the accusations and the value of information from other officers. The woman alleged Wilkens detained her then raped and beat her.
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Education funds vow at Arizona governor debate
Four candidates, three Democrats and one Republican challenger, pledged higher education funding at a Tucson debate hosted by the Arizona Tri-University Alumni Council. Libertarian John Buttrick called for less state involvement. Gov. Fife Symington did not attend as Democrats criticized the Republican leadership on tax breaks and budgets.
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Arizona Tri-University Alumni Council
John Buttrick
Buttrick
Fife Symington
Symington
State House
Senate
Terry Goddard
Phoenix
Eddie Basha
Paul Johnson
Johnson
Basha
Barbara Barrett
Phoenix urged to regulate basic cable rates locally
Consumer groups and federal officials urge Phoenix to use its power under the Cable Television Consumer Protection and Competition Act of 1992 to regulate basic cable rates. Phoenix stands as the only among the 10 most populous U S cities without local rate jurisdiction, risking overcharges.
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Phoenix
Court policy on no deals sparks fire in aggravated assault cases
Walter West’s acquittal after a three minute jury deliberation tests a county policy forbidding plea bargains in gun linked aggravated assaults. Judges and attorneys criticize the “no deals” rule as too rigid, arguing discretion is needed for varied cases including domestic violence and self defense claims.
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Walter West
West
Maricopa County
Norman D. Hall
Aricopa County
Rick Romly
Ron Reinstein
Presidio Seid
Hall
Paul Ahler
Ahler
Robert Hertzberg
Mate
Carmen Fischer
Hertzberg
Adler
Reinstein
Pit Crew Day at Slick 50 200 Indy Race Reveals Fast Magic
A reporter joins Willy T. Ribbs's Walker Racing Team at Phoenix International Raceway for the Slick 50 200. Seven-man pit crews monitor onboard data as cars fly up to 170 mph. Ribbs crashes on lap 28, ending the day amid sponsor-branded umbrellas and a wall impact.
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Willy T. Ribbs
Phoenix
Phoenix International Raceway
Ribbs
Walker Racing
Service Merchandise
Bill Cosby
IBM
Marlboro
Target
Kmart
Duracell
Budweiser
Indy
Mario Andretti
Emerson Fittipaldi
Arie Luyendyk
Nigel Mansell
Paul Tracy
Watson Racing Team
Mark Smith
al Unser Jr
Fittipaldi
Thousands enjoy free food at Arizona Family Women's Expo
Ruthanne Gilbert reports at Phoenix Civic Plaza as attendees sample food from peanut butter to cookies and receive free mini massages. The Arizona Family Women’s Expo, sponsored by St Luke’s Hospital and Media America, aims to inform inspire and entertain women with demonstrations and tastings.
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Phoenix Civic Plaza
Teri Bryant
Naturally Women Fitness Center
Scottsdale
Loriann Moreno
Chandler
Moreno
Darion Poirier
Mike Valenius
Susan Brazell
Ktvktv
KESZ
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Lawmakers at impasse on gaming in Arizona
Arizona lawmakers remain at an impasse over repealing a state anti gaming law that bans tribal and charity gaming. The Senate backs a straight repeal while the House demands a provision barring any casino deal on non reservation Indian property. Tribal leaders warn they will sue if amendments pass.
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Fife Symington
Mark Killian
Mesa
Patti Noland
Tucson
Pat Wright
Glendale
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John Greene
Phoenix
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