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Payroll issues: ransomware attack impacts 21 Pinal County school districts

Pinal County school officials confirmed to ABC15 that their data processing service consortium was attacked over the weekend, putting paychecks in jeopardy for some school employees this week throughout the 21 districts in the county. What happened An employee of the Casa Grande Union High School District says staff members were first told of a potential “glitch” in the system that could impact…

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A Happy Hike with Stunning Views #sundayfunday #hikearizona #abc15 #myaz #azfamily #makingmemories (at Thompson Peak) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cnvo0JNr69m/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

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Eerie forest landscape from a control burn 🔥#controlburn #coconinonationalforest #theamericancollective #igsouthwest #instagramaz #country_features #ipulledoverforthis #azculture #raw_alltrees #pocket_trees #accuweather #tree_captures #itsamazingoutthere #natures_marvels #wow_america #everything_imaginable #everythingarizona #westbysouthwest #abc15 #azfamily #beon12 #oh_arizona #see_arizona #shutterbugpix #conquerarizona #capturearizona #welcome2arizona @yourtake #visit_arizona #weroamarizona (at Coconino National Forest) https://www.instagram.com/p/BoatJeFBUEp/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=ir87te5g0tct

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International Impact Book Awards Ceremony November 2, 2024, Phoenix Arizona

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connor ingram, from this abc15 article

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This is fucking ridiculous. Btw the baby is okay, of course they broke the window glass.

My mom has a Volkswagen and when her key fob died and she couldn’t get in it, she had to call AAA. There was a keyhole on the car, but it was hidden and my mom had no idea.

Now, electric cars, especially Teslas, are dying in extreme heat and trapping people inside. Apparently Teslas Only have a manual release inside the car, that many people don’t know about and is utterly useless if a baby is trapped inside the car! It’s absurd.

There needs to be regulations against this, not having a way to use a fucking physical key to open a door is a potential death trap. And if you’re going to hide the keyhole and levers, (which btw why??) there should be a huge fucking instruction on how to use before they can even take the car off the lot.

So please, if you own an electric car please be aware of this problem and learn how to open your car without electricity. And if it can’t, like the Tesla from the outside, make sure you have a window breaking utensil. (Which btw, you should have anyway)

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Excerpt from this story from Hoodline:

Activists and Tribal leaders united this past Saturday in a protest against the continued operation of the Pinyon Plain uranium mine located near the Grand Canyon, with around 250 participants including members of the Havasupai and Lakota tribes. According to a report by ABC15, the protest was to send a clear message requesting the shutdown of the mine, as stated by Sandy Bahr, Sierra Club Grand Canyon Chapter Director.

The Havasupai tribe, whose sacred lands and water sources are to potentially be affected, together with conservationists, have long voiced their concerns. Recently, transportation of the uranium across Navajo Nation lands has also been called into question. Following the protest, Energy Fuels – the company behind the mine – reportedly paused shipments as talks with the Navajo Nation continued. Curtis Moore, a spokesman for Energy Fuels, said, "We have had productive discussions with the Navajo Nation, and we believe the parties will be able to come to a reasonable agreement that ensures coordinated emergency management and the protection of public health and safety at all times," in a statement obtained by ABC15.

On top of the eco-political tensions, Arizona Attorney General has called for a fresh look into the environmental impact of the mine, citing the age and outdatedness of the current study. Taylor McKinnon of the Center for Biological Diversity underscored the urgency, telling ABC15, "The old [study] is obviously old and didn't consider a lot of the new science, which is very clear, saying that there is a very real threat to Grand Canyon's groundwater and its springs and its creeks from this uranium mine."

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Penny McCarthy froze in her front yard as a van full of armed US marshals in bullet-proof vests pulled up in her front yard, screaming and swearing at her. She had no idea what was going on.

“Police! Don’t move, hands up,” one of the officers shouted, pointing his assault weapon at her. At one point they told the 66-year-old that if she turned around again she would be Tasered.

“Do you want to confirm who I am?” McCarthy asked the officers, per bodyworn footage later released by the US Marshal Service (USMS) and obtained by ABC15. “Put your hands behind your back, we’ll discuss this later,” came the reply.

The shocking incident, which took place in Arizona in March 2023 was, ultimately, a case of mistaken identity.

Police had been seeking a totally different woman – 70-year-old Carole Anne Rozak – who was wanted on an outstanding parole violation warrant from 1999 out of Oklahoma.

Rozak served prison time for all non-violent crimes. But according to federal court records also obtained by ABC15, she failed to report to any federal probation officer after she was released from federal custody in Harris County, Texas.

In the police footage McCarthy is heard asking the marshals multiple times if they know who she is but is consistently ignored. It was not until she was in handcuffs that officers finally told.

“Carole Rozak,” she is told, with McCarthy replying: “That’s not who I am.”

Despite McCarthy offering to provide proof that she was not Rozak, she was arrested and put in the back of the police van.

It later emerged in court hearings that federal agents had based the false identification on Facebook postings and “some aliases” that they had obtained. An Arizona federal judge dismissed the case against McCarthy, but not before she had spent time in prison over the mix-up.

According to the Deputy US Marshal Service in Oklahoma, a “glitch” caused them to believe that McCarthy’s digital fingerprints matched Rozak’s. This was later debunked.

A statement put out by the service read: “USMS continues to conduct a thorough review of actions taken by deputy US marshals regarding the fugitive investigation of Caroline Anne Rozak and subsequent mistaken arrest of Penny McCarthy.”

The grandmother is still affected by the incident.

“I am so fricking disappointed in my government, it’s not funny,” Ms McCarthy told ABC15, following the release of the bodycam footage.

“They did nothing but treat me like crap and lie to me,” she added. “Ths US marshals are above the law, that’s what this says to me.”

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#BREAKING A source told ABC15 Monday evening that military ground crews have found parts and debris associated with the F-35 Lightning II Jet just off Indian Town Road in Florence County.

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@wpdeabc15 via X

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Lake Havasu Arizona Police Use Slur Before Tasering, Arresting Man With Special Needs – Phoenix Arizona reporting

Arizona man with developmental disabilities files lawsuit against Lake Havasu City for excessive force and battery after repeated tasering

David Adams, 25, was arrested by the officers on June 7, 2023, after his brother called 911 wanting police to evict David. The brother later told officers he was locked out of the family’s apartment after he and David fought over a blanket.

Lake Havasu City Police Department declined an in-person interview due to ongoing litigation, but emailed ABC15 stating officers have “regular training in reference to high liability issues including Taser, firearms, driving, case law, and interacting with subjects that have special needs.”

This is what was heard on the body worn police camera :

“These are those three f***ing d***heads that me and Danielle dealt with.”

“Mom is out of town. That's why they are acting up... is because mom usually keeps them under control.”

“They’re all like special needs, yes.”

When a police supervisor, Sgt. Clint Wilcox, arrived, one of the officer’s descriptions of the brothers became more vulgar and demeaning. He used the R-word, a slur to describe someone who is intellectually or developmentally disabled.

“These are those three brothers that are f***king ret***ed,” said an officer. “They are all like special needs.”

An internal investigation found multiple officers used unprofessional language while at the scene, which violates department policies.

The Police Issued Themselves A Letter Of Counseling.

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Stacy Colavito - east of Apache Junction

abc15.com/news/state/photos-northern-lights-visible-in-arizona-sunday-night

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The FBI used a Nintendo Switch console to locate an abducted 15-year-old girl, who had been missing for 11 days back in August 2022, ABC15 reports.

In a horrendous case involving kidnap and sexual exploitation, a teenage girl was found and rescued only after she logged online with her Nintendo Switch.

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I like how I have never before heard of ABC15 Arizona but I already know their stance on strikes and presumably unions, as well as just how bad they are at subtle insinuation

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Update: 20% Air National Guard benefits claims denied https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/update-20-air-national-guard-benefits-claims-denied

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James Donaldson on Mental Health - Mental health officials share resources, services for suicide prevention month

by Shawnia Butler FLORENCE, SC (WPDE) — Mental health conditions and suicidal thoughts can impact anyone, regardless of age, gender or background. September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness, spread hope and share lifesaving resources to those who need it. Healthcare professionals across the Pee Dee are spotlighting counseling services, hotline numbers and warning signs that your loved ones may be struggling with their mental health. Studies from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. ABC15 spoke with representatives at the Pee Dee Mental Health Center, and Susan Carter said signs you can look for vary but it's important to know how to spot them. Carter said sudden use or abuse of alcohol or drugs can be an indication a person may be having suicidal thoughts. Other warning signs can include isolation and withdrawal from daily activities. Definitely medication can help with feelings of depression, but in terms of dealing with the stressors that cause the person to consider suicide counseling is very helpful and helping them come up with solutions to their crisis and to their.. to help them cope day to day living," said Carter. Carter said loved ones saying their "goodbyes", having behavioral changes and giving away personal belongings can also pose as indicators a person is suicidal. Professionals encourage anyone struggling to seek help as early as possible. Once medical providers can analyze the problem, they can seek proper care and treatment for the individual. We can’t rule out the risk of suicide for anyone individual, and to always be alert both to our loved ones ourselves and to people we interact with to look for these warning signs," said Carter. If you or anyone you know may be contemplating suicide, mental health care professionals encourage you to let them know help is always available. #James Donaldson notes:Welcome to the “next chapter” of my life… being a voice and an advocate for #mentalhealthawarenessandsuicideprevention, especially pertaining to our younger generation of students and student-athletes.Getting men to speak up and reach out for help and assistance is one of my passions. Us men need to not suffer in silence or drown our sorrows in alcohol, hang out at bars and strip joints, or get involved with drug use.Having gone through a recent bout of #depression and #suicidalthoughts myself, I realize now, that I can make a huge difference in the lives of so many by sharing my story, and by sharing various resources I come across as I work in this space.  #http://bit.ly/JamesMentalHealthArticleFind out more about the work I do on my 501c3 non-profit foundationwebsite www.yourgiftoflife.org Order your copy of James Donaldson's latest book,#CelebratingYourGiftofLife: From The Verge of Suicide to a Life of Purpose and Joy www.celebratingyourgiftoflife.com Link for 40 Habits Signupbit.ly/40HabitsofMentalHealth If you'd like to follow and receive my daily blog in to your inbox, just click on it with Follow It. Here's the link https://follow.it/james-donaldson-s-standing-above-the-crowd-s-blog-a-view-from-above-on-things-that-make-the-world-go-round?action=followPub Read the full article