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Senate committee rejects payday lending bill

JONATHAN J. COOPER

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PHOENIX (AP) — A state Senate committee on Tuesday voted down legislation that would allow payday lenders to continue offering high-interest, short-term loans in Arizona, dealing the industry a second legislative blow this year. The... Full story

Latest Youngtown police blotter

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The following crimes were reported by Youngtown police March 3 through 10. •  Criminal damage11200 block of Northwest Grand Avenue, March 4.•  Driving charges113th and Michigan avenues, driving while suspended, March 4.116th and... Full story

Youngtown teen reports sexual assault

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A Youngtown teenager was the victim of a sexual assault, according to police. The victim reportedly attended a party in Youngtown Saturday night, where she met two individuals. They followed her home at about 4 a.m., and she allowed them inside... Full story

New Youngtown police chief settles in

Mitchell Vantrease

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Terry McDonald is ready to help the Youngtown Police Department move forward and continue to serve the residents. Last week, McDonald began his new job as Youngtown’s new police chief. The Phoenix native said he understands the challenges... Full story

MAG asks public for transportation priorities

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The Maricopa Association of Governments wants the public to share its public transportation priorities at a public hearing on Friday. MAG, in conjunction with the Arizona Department of Transportation, Citizens Transportation Oversight Committee,... Full story

Senate votes to make underage sextexting a crime

HOWARD FISCHER

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PHOENIX -- Teens who send naked pictures of themselves by cell phones or e-mails could soon wind up in legal hot water.On a 23-5 margin the Senate voted Wednesday to make it a crime for anyone younger than 18 to send images of nudity or sexual... Full story

Latest Youngtown police blotter

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The following crimes were reported by Youngtown police Feb. 17 to 24. • Armed robbery/aggravated assault 112th Drive and Tennessee Avenue, Feb. 20. • Criminal damage 11300 block of North 113th Avenue, Feb. 23. • Criminal... Full story

Latest Youngtown police blotter

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The following crimes were reported by Youngtown police Feb. 10 to 17. • Burglary 11300 block of North 114th Avenue, Feb. 14. • Driving violations 11200 block of West Ohio Avenue, driving while suspended, Feb. 10. 111th and... Full story

Former Youngtown police chief files claim over firing

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Youngtown’s former chief of police has served a notice of claim against the town over her firing last year after just 14 months on the job. Kimberly Johnson claims Youngtown discriminated against her on the basis of her gender when she was... Full story

El Mirage seeks to annex mine land

Mitchell Vantrease

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El Mirage officials want to annex land that can be developed into tax-producing property once mining operations on the site are completed. The city’s planning and zoning commission will meet at 6 tonight in the El Mirage Municipal Court to... Full story

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