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November, 2009

11/20

Peoria family’s home burglarized, baby’s ashes stolen
The family has said if the ashes are returned the burglars can keep everything else.

DPS: 'Serial criminal speeder' caught on camera 55 times
UPDATED WITH VIDEO: The Peoria man was caught on camera driving at over 100 mph, officials say.

Family finds comfort after service dog survives deadly crash
The dog was being trained by their 18-year-old daughter who was killed in the accident.

11/19

Police find parents after boy is found on Buckeye sidewalk
Police said a woman found the boy and couldn't find any adults or parents who knew him.

Avondale firefighters collect donations for needy families
"Children who would otherwise have gone without toys for the holidays, have presents to open."

APS donates energy efficient bulbs to Valley public housing
Public housing units are getting a brighter future thanks to energy efficient light bulbs.

Police investigate after 1 man shot, 1 stabbed in Peoria
The two men were air-lifted to Valley hospitals, according to police.

Valley couple officially charged for stealing airport bags
The West Valley couple allegedly took the bags from carousels at Sky Harbor Airport.

Firefighters kick off food drive to go beyond holidays
Glendale firefighters will have 10 drop off points where you can donate.

Peoria high school students to get H1N1 vaccines
The entire school district of Peoria will administer vaccines to high school students.

Tolleson businesses want traffic speeds increased
Some business owners say the 25 mph speed limit discourages people from driving through town.

11/18

Nearly 10,000 register their support for F-35s at Luke AFB
Officials launched a campaign last month to bring the Air Force's new strike fighter to Arizona.

PD: Suspect arrested for stabbing, killing Glendale man
Police say a 32-year-old Phoenix man has been arrested in the attack.

Palo Verde nuclear plant to test warning sirens
Officials say the 48 warning sirens would be sounded for three minutes at noon.

Could you be $3 million richer? ‘Pick’ winnings go unclaimed
The person who bought a ticket for Saturday's drawing could be millions richer.

11/17

PD: Video helps police catch Surprise teen after robbery
Police say the suspect carried a paintball-type weapon during the CVS holdup.

PD: Teens surround woman's stopped car, steal her purse
The woman told police she was at a stop sign when four males surrounded her car.

Teen found guilty in corrections officer's Buckeye murder
UPDATED: A second teen charged in the shooting death is awaiting trial.

11/16

West Valley groups support commuter rail system, do you?
"As we grow we're going to double in population, we will need an enhanced transportation system."

Good luck charm? Lake Havasu couple wed at Cardinals game
The Cards defeated the Seahawks Sunday but not all the excitement happened on the field.

INSIDE: Photos of the wedding

11/15

Police: 1 injured when gunfire exchanged between 2 cars
Glendale police are investigating whether the shooting was gang-related.

FD: Tolleson home a total loss after fire starts in garage
Smoke from the fire at the 2-story home could be seen for miles.

11/14

Troops get 'thanks' from west Valley community
Local residents and businesses gathered to honor the men and women serving in the armed forces.

Valley hospital 'accidentally' gives pregnant woman CT scan
It was a mistake that could cost her baby's health and possibly his life.

DPS: 2 children fatally injured in overnight crash on I-10
Officials said a car was stopped on the freeway when it was struck from behind by an SUV.

More Valley clinics held H1N1 vaccine clinics Saturday
The vaccine was offered at several Valley locations for $18.

11/13

Domestic violence victims benefiting from Glendale recycling
The City of Glendale wants you to think twice before throwing away your old cell phone.

Teacher makes prom dreams come true with free dresses
The west Valley teacher is looking for donations to make this possible for every girl.

Phoenix track running strong, despite struggling economy
Some people are cutting back, but not when it comes to NASCAR!

Surprise man arrested after 1 1/2 hour standoff with police
Police said the man threatened to shoot his girlfriend and officers with a shotgun.

PD: Bank robbery suspect barricaded in Peoria home?
Police say an officer followed the suspect's vehicle into a nearby neighborhood.

PD: Surprise man arrested for making threats, waving pistol
The 20-year-old made threatening comments to customers at a convenience store.

11/12

Avondale FD: Man shot in the back, flown to nearby hospital
Crews were called to the scene near Lower Buckeye and Litchfield roads around 4 p.m.

Child, grandparents escape early morning Glendale fire
Fire officials said a pet chihuahua was killed in the fire.

11/11

Mom of fallen soldier opens free B&B for grieving families
The Valley woman still needs donations to help pay for renovations to the Surprise location and is looking for volunteers to help.

Capitol Christmas tree rolls through West Valley Thursday
Officials say there will be traffic delays when the tree stops in a Peoria park.

11/10

DPS: 2 injured pushing disabled car up Glendale freeway ramp
Officials said the disabled vehicle was rear ended by a second car.

Lucky Valley boy gets chance to take Cards star to school
Valley students get the chance to learn physical fitness from the pros.

Murder suspect indicted in case of body found in dumpster
The 24-year-old was arrested in early November after the victim's body was discovered in a Glendale dumpster.

Valley's homeless given shelter, food, clothes and hope
At one west Valley church, workers estimate they helped some 100 people Tuesday.

3 arrested for holdup in Surprise park, drive by shooting
Two of the suspects were already in custody for another drive by shooting.

Giant furniture store sets up shop in former Peoria Walmart
After 59 years, furniture store M.D. Pruitt’s has decided to expand to the west Valley.

El Mirage girl hurt after 27-inch TV falls on her
The child was reportedly climbing on or around a television stand when the TV fell.

City of Peoria offers first-time homebuyers up to $10,000
Applicants are eligible for even more assistance if they buy a foreclosed home.

'Factory' Krispy Kreme store opens in West Valley
The new 7,611 square foot factory-style store is a doughnut lover’s dream.

11/09

Friends speak out after apparent West Valley 'honor killing'
Friends said Noor Almaleki was seeking a restraining order against her father.

Group seeks Valley volunteers to help feed starving children
Feed My Starving Children needs volunteers for their sites in Scottsdale and Peoria.

More Valley students to see H1N1 vaccine this week
Only enrolled students and school staff members will be eligible for the in-demand vaccine.

11/07

Fans line up in Glendale for Wrestlemania 26 tickets
The annual pay-per-view event is known as the Super Bowl of Wrestling.

Come celebrate as Disney sets up shop in the West Valley
The first 100 children in line at the store's grand opening will get a special surprise.

11/06

Wrestling superstars make surprise visit to Luke AFB
Sergeant Slaughter and Maryse stopped by to sign autographs and meet base airmen.

Man gets 28 years in beating death of 'good samaritan'
Roger Staats was brutally beaten when he stopped to help break up an argument.

11/05

Glendale police use DNA testing to solve unsolvable crimes
Experts say the department's closure rate is “remarkable” and speaks to the power of DNA to solve cases.

PD: 1 transported to hospital after shooting at Peoria home
Police say someone was trying to drive the shooting victim to a Valley hospital.

11/04

Newborn animals featured at new Wildlife World Zoo exhibit
Currently on display are a one-month old baby ocelot and a newborn deer.

2 arrested for shooting at cars leaving party in Surprise
Police said the 19- and 20-year-old suspects are charged with aggravated assault with a firearm.

Police: Security guard kidnapped from W. Valley Walmart
The victim was reportedly kidnapped after he followed the suspects from the store.

11/03

PD: Man commits suicide with knife in front of officers
Surprise police said officers had stopped the man in connection with a domestic violence report.

New road closure to block Lower Buckeye Road to drivers
The closure will take about a week for a new installation to the road.

Charges filed after kids hurt tossing aerosol cans in fire
Officials said the Valley father of two of the children now faces child abuse and endangerment charges.

Sun City offers FREE safety training seminar
The seminar will give you the tools to identify the components of a PV System, what can hurt you, and what is safe.

11/02

PD: Shooter loose after attempted murder at Halloween party
Police said a man was shot in the chest and back in the front yard of an El Mirage home.

New tool to help Valley sheriff’s posse locate lost pets
An act of kindness is helping lost pets be reunited with their owners.

Sun City fetching volunteers to be foster parents for pets
Sun City is urging senior citizens to make proper arrangements for their pets.

11/01

Krispy Kreme hopes to fill 60 spots at W. Valley job fair
The donut maker is hiring for its seventh Valley store on Monday.

Valley mom warns parents after son is hospitalized with flu
The 5-year-old Avondale boy was hospitalized for weeks after coming down with swine flu.

Sex offender task force continues Halloween sweep
One convicted sex offender was arrested Halloween night for violating his probation by making contact with a minor.



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