Volvo is recalling more than 40,000 of its new EX30 electric SUVs after the automaker identified a defect that could cause the vehicle’s high‑voltage battery pack to overheat and potentially catch fire. The recall covers 2024–2026 EX30 Single‑Motor Extended Range and Twin‑Motor Performance models equipped with high‑voltage battery cells. According […]
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Ford Recalls More Than 410,000 Explorer SUVs Over Suspension Defect
Ford Motor Company is recalling more than 412,000 Explorer SUVs after federal safety officials determined a suspension defect could increase the risk of a crash. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the recall affects 2017–2019 Ford Explorer models equipped with a rear suspension toe link that can […]
Phoenix Hospital To Pay Millions To Settle Federal Kickback Allegations
A Phoenix hospital has agreed to pay several million dollars to resolve federal allegations that it participated in an illegal kickback scheme involving patient referrals, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Federal investigators said the hospital allegedly provided improper financial incentives to physicians in exchange for directing patients to […]
Costco Recalls Certain Restaurant Gift Cards After Issuer’s Sudden Bankruptcy
Costco is recalling select restaurant gift cards sold nationwide after the cards’ issuing company abruptly shut down, leaving many customers unable to redeem remaining balances. According to a notice sent to members, the recall applies to Synergy restaurant gift cards purchased between Oct. 27, 2025, and Jan. 26, 2026. Costco […]
APS Proposed Rate Increase
Arizona Public Service (APS) has proposed a 14% rate increase for its customers, which is a significant increase and has sparked public outcry. The proposed increase is part of a new policy adopted by the Arizona Corporation Commission, allowing utilities to request annual rate hikes through a streamlined formula rate-making […]
Mesa Considers Landing Fees At Falcon Field Airport
Mesa city leaders are considering a proposal that would make Falcon Field Airport the first general aviation airport in Arizona to charge landing fees, a move that has generated significant debate among pilots and flight schools. The Mesa City Council is reviewing a plan that could generate more than $2.6 […]
Bill In State Legislature Seeks To Give Pharmacists The Power To Prescribe Treatments For Common Sicknesses
Arizona lawmakers are considering a bill that would allow pharmacists to prescribe treatments for certain common illnesses without a doctor’s order. The proposal aims to expand access to care by enabling pharmacists to treat minor conditions such as strep throat, pink eye, urinary tract infections, and a few other ailments […]
Chiricahua National Monument Could Become Arizona’s Fourth National Park
Chiricahua National Monument in southeastern Arizona may soon receive a new designation that would elevate it to national park status. A bipartisan group of Arizona lawmakers, including U.S. Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego and Congressman Juan Ciscomani, have introduced legislation that would redesignate the monument as a national park. […]
Cake Mixes Now Carry ‘Death’ Risk As FDA Escalates Recall To Highest Danger Level Over Allergen
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has upgraded a nationwide recall of certain cake and bread mixes to its most serious Class I designation, indicating a high risk of serious adverse health consequences or even death for affected individuals. The recall, originally initiated voluntarily in December 2025 by Dallas-based […]
Free Tax Preparation Available At Multiple East Valley Locations This Season
East Valley residents can once again access free tax‑preparation services through the AARP Foundation Tax‑Aide program, which is now accepting appointments for the 2026 filing season. Services run through April 15 and are open to taxpayers of all ages, with a focus on seniors and low‑ to moderate‑income households. Several […]











