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Ray Stern

Ray Stern is the former news editor of Phoenix New Times. He worked as a newspaper reporter in Arizona for more than two decades. He’s won numerous awards for his reporting, including the Arizona Press Club’s Don Bolles Award for Investigative Journalism.

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Tuba City Police Bust Navajo Man for Throwing Rocks; He Directs Them to Dead Body

Tuba City Police Bust Navajo Man for Throwing Rocks; He Directs Them to Dead Body

By Ray SternJanuary 14, 2019

Lathaniel Phoenix figured if this guy was going to come to his house and try to harm him, he would kill the man, he told investigators.

Arizona Supreme Court Agrees to Review Legality of Medical-Marijuana Extracts

Arizona Supreme Court Agrees to Review Legality of Medical-Marijuana Extracts

By Ray SternJanuary 8, 2019

“It’s definitely good news,” said Jared Keenan, a criminal justice staff attorney with the American Civil Liberties Union.

The Big Rig Next to You on Arizona Roads Might Be Driving Itself

The Big Rig Next to You on Arizona Roads Might Be Driving Itself

By Ray SternJanuary 7, 2019

Chinese autonomous vehicle maker TuSimple said on Monday it will roll out up to 40 fully self-driving big-rigs on Arizona roads by June.

Expelled ASU Grad Student Accused of Rape Suing State for $4.1 Million

Expelled ASU Grad Student Accused of Rape Suing State for $4.1 Million

By Ray SternJanuary 7, 2019

“He carries a 3.9 grade point average and is considered an essential member of one of ASU’s research teams.”

Postal Inspector’s Warning Letter to Arizona CBD Maker Shows Farm Bill’s Limits

Postal Inspector’s Warning Letter to Arizona CBD Maker Shows Farm Bill’s Limits

By Ray SternDecember 31, 2018

“We’ll take enforcement action needed to protect public health against companies illegally selling .. cannabis-derived products that can put consumers at risk.”

Soaring Highs and Bad Trips: Top 10 Arizona Marijuana News Stories in 2018

Soaring Highs and Bad Trips: Top 10 Arizona Marijuana News Stories in 2018

By Ray SternDecember 28, 2018

The steady growth of the Arizona medical cannabis scene has been tempered by the ominous news that it could end rather suddenly.

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One of Doug Ducey’s Sons Arrested With Fake ID at Scottsdale Nightclub

By Ray SternDecember 27, 2018

“He’s going to face the same legal and family consequences as any other 19-year old in this circumstance would …”

Nuro Tells Police How to Stop Unmanned Vehicles in Arizona and Other Details

Nuro Tells Police How to Stop Unmanned Vehicles in Arizona and Other Details

By Ray SternDecember 21, 2018

“The operators in the safety chase vehicle will pull over the Nuro Unmanned Vehicle in convoy.”

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Weekend

By Cara Pencak and OthersDecember 21, 2018

Y’all ready for the weekend?

Nuro Beats Waymo? Driverless Delivery Service Offered to Public in Metro Phoenix

Nuro Beats Waymo? Driverless Delivery Service Offered to Public in Metro Phoenix

By Ray SternDecember 19, 2018

“…We don’t anticipate any issues outside what we normally see with vehicles operated by humans…” — Scottsdale police.

The Best Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersDecember 19, 2018

You’re welcome.

Ex-Attorney Who Killed Motorcyclist While Driving Drunk in Tesla Gets 10.5 Years

Ex-Attorney Who Killed Motorcyclist While Driving Drunk in Tesla Gets 10.5 Years

By Ray SternDecember 17, 2018

Police estimate she hit motorcyclist Greg Dolphin at 84 mph while he was waiting for a red light.

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New Species of Arizona Horned Dinosaur Named After Late Tucson ‘Renaissance Man’

New Species of Arizona Horned Dinosaur Named After Late Tucson ‘Renaissance Man’

By Ray SternDecember 17, 2018

Stan Krzyzanowski “was self-taught. He was a remarkable guy… The only sad thing was he didn’t see this.”

The Best Free Things to Do in Metro Phoenix This Week

By Cara Pencak and OthersDecember 17, 2018

Fo’ free.

Who Mistakenly Called Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio a ‘Convicted Felon?’ Lots of People

Who Mistakenly Called Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio a ‘Convicted Felon?’ Lots of People

By Ray SternDecember 12, 2018

He’s suing CNN, Huffington Post and Rolling Stone but there are plenty of people who have misrepresented his criminal record.

Drivers Needed: Waymo’s New Autonomous Taxi Service Falls Short of 2018 Goal

Drivers Needed: Waymo’s New Autonomous Taxi Service Falls Short of 2018 Goal

By Ray SternDecember 5, 2018

The new service, while impressive in its own right, isn’t quite the “Johnny Cab” many thought it would be.

Bondurant Racing School Reopens in Chandler, but Gears Still Stuck in Bankruptcy

Bondurant Racing School Reopens in Chandler, but Gears Still Stuck in Bankruptcy

By Ray SternDecember 3, 2018

“Our collective goal is to return the company to normal operations.”

Guatemalan Migrant: Tohono Couple Demanded $1K a Night Ransom

Guatemalan Migrant: Tohono Couple Demanded $1K a Night Ransom

By Ray SternDecember 3, 2018

Leland Hendricks told police the migrant had only been at his home for one night, but he admitted hitting the man and taking his cellphone.

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Underachieving Solana Solar Plant Keeps Polluting Arizona’s Air

Underachieving Solana Solar Plant Keeps Polluting Arizona’s Air

By Ray SternNovember 28, 2018

“Solana has not yet achieved its technical capacity on a continuous basis,” said the SEC.

Here’s Where Metro Phoenix Cops Will Be Waiting for You During the Holidays

Here’s Where Metro Phoenix Cops Will Be Waiting for You During the Holidays

By Ray SternNovember 21, 2018

They’re more than ready to screw up the holiday season for impaired drivers, in hopes of preventing tragedies.

Bankrupt Bob Bondurant Racing School in Chandler Says It’s Closed ‘Temporarily’

Bankrupt Bob Bondurant Racing School in Chandler Says It’s Closed ‘Temporarily’

By Ray SternNovember 14, 2018

Bankrupt Bob Bondurant Racing School in Chandler Says It’s Closed ‘Temporarily’

New Community College Board Member Kathleen Winn Has Storied Political Past

By Ray SternNovember 8, 2018

She likens her experience to the accusations leveled against Brett Kavanaugh before he was approved as Supreme Court justice.

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