Axon says the decision to abandon the project is due to a ballot referendum initiative. Last month, a pro-union political organization called Worker Power said it helped to gather enough signatures to allow voters to decide if they want to veto the development.

If you're searching for the perfect family vacation spot, look toward the western skies of Scottsdale, Arizona. Tens of thousands of acres of sandy Sonoran Desert and year-round warm weather lend themselves to all manner of outdoor pursuits. There's also no shortage of indoor fun when you need a break from the city's 330 sunny days each year.

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So, grab your helmet, channel your inner speed racer, and let’s dive into the wild world of Arizona’s go-kart tracks! Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines! Octane Raceway in Scottsdale is the Ferrari of go-kart tracks. This place is so sleek, you half expect to see George Clooney sipping an espresso in the lobby.

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Our reporting takes you behind the political headlines from newsmakers and The Republic reporters who know the battleground state like no one else.

Former Grand Junction city manager Greg Caton has been named interim city manager of the city of Scottsdale, Arizona, the city of Scottsdale announced Tuesday.

Embark on a quirky road trip that takes you to nine hidden oddity shops, each brimming with unique curiosities and unforgettable finds. Nestled in the quirky town of Bisbee, Sorted Past is a treasure trove that’ll make your inner curiosity collector do backflips.