Two foodborne outbreaks — salmonella and cyclospora — hit US food chains and restaurants
A salmonella outbreak from jalapeños has spread to 27 states while a separate cyclospora outbreak tied to lettuce has sickened 10,000 and hit restaurant sales.
U.S. economy unexpectedly shed 23,000 jobs in July, prior months revised sharply lower
The U.S. lost 23,000 jobs in July 2026, missing forecasts, as unemployment dipped to 4.1% and May-June figures were revised down by 103,000.
Cassidy’s support clears path for Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general
Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana said Friday he will vote to confirm Todd Blanche as attorney general, providing the decisive vote needed after two other…
Arizona cities and counties split over Flock license plate camera contracts
Chandler, Tempe and Pinal County are each weighing Flock license plate camera contracts differently, amid growing privacy and data-sharing concerns.
I-10 and Loop 101 face weekend closures for Phoenix-area road work
ADOT is closing eastbound I-10 in West Phoenix and westbound Loop 101 in the Northwest Valley for road work from Friday through Sunday morning, Aug 7-10.
Body recovered from Arizona Canal in north Phoenix
Phoenix fire crews found an adult’s body in the Arizona Canal near 24th Street Friday morning; police are now investigating the death.
Norway demands Infantino resign as Mexico and Argentina back FIFA president
Norway’s football federation demanded FIFA president Gianni Infantino resign over a failed World Cup investor sell-off, while Mexico and Argentina backed him.
Carson Beck completes 15 of 19 passes with TD in NFL preseason debut for Cardinals
Cardinals rookie QB Carson Beck went 15-of-19 for 188 yards and a touchdown in his NFL debut at the Hall of Fame Game against Carolina.
Atletico Madrid in talks to sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero
Atletico Madrid are in talks to sign Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, with Spurs rejecting Arsenal’s interest and Micky van de Ven set to sign a new deal.
UK Petrol Prices Climb to Highest Level Since Iran War Began
UK petrol has hit 161.5p a litre, its highest since the Iran war began, as oil prices swing with the conflict and stalled peace talks.