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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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Dream City Church’s Dream Center Opens Its Doors to COVID Patients

Dream City Church’s Dream Center Opens Its Doors to COVID Patients

By Ray SternJune 29, 2020

“The bottom line is we can confirm the Dream Center has made the decision to not discriminate.”

Arizona Medical Marijuana Sales Hit a New Record High in May

Arizona Medical Marijuana Sales Hit a New Record High in May

By Ray SternJune 26, 2020

Arizonans coping with the pandemic are buying more medical marijuana than ever before.

AG Warns Phoenix Megachurch and Air-System Firm About Fraudulent COVID Statements

AG Warns Phoenix Megachurch and Air-System Firm About Fraudulent COVID Statements

By Ray SternJune 26, 2020

“Businesses cannot mislead consumers with their advertising, especially when it comes to health issues as serious as COVID-19.”

Scottsdale Councilman Apologizes to George Floyd’s Family for Mocking ‘I Can’t Breathe’

Scottsdale Councilman Apologizes to George Floyd’s Family for Mocking ‘I Can’t Breathe’

By Ray SternJune 25, 2020

“Phillips’ comments … do not represent the values of our Scottsdale community,” Mayor Jim Lane said.

Trump Megachurch Went Too Far With COVID-19 Air-Purification Claims, Company Now Admits

Trump Megachurch Went Too Far With COVID-19 Air-Purification Claims, Company Now Admits

By Ray SternJune 24, 2020

The statements by the Dream City Church leaders show a “lack of knowledge” about the capabilities of its air system.

Phoenix Megachurch Hosting Trump Rally Says It Has Special Coronavirus-Killing Air System

Phoenix Megachurch Hosting Trump Rally Says It Has Special Coronavirus-Killing Air System

By Ray SternJune 22, 2020

Dream City Church says it has solved the pandemic problem in its auditorium. Experts disagree.

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Arizona Sheriff Who Refused to Enforce Lockdown Restrictions Has COVID-19

Arizona Sheriff Who Refused to Enforce Lockdown Restrictions Has COVID-19

By Ray SternJune 17, 2020

“On Saturday, I held a campaign event, where it is likely I came into contact with an infected individual.”

‘What If I Hate Masks?’: 20 Questions on COVID Coverings, Answered by ASU Experts

‘What If I Hate Masks?’: 20 Questions on COVID Coverings, Answered by ASU Experts

By Ray SternJune 15, 2020

Everything from “What are the best types of masks?” to “Should I wear one while jogging?”

Scottsdale Looting Suspects Had No Ties to Antifa or Other Groups, Police Say

Scottsdale Looting Suspects Had No Ties to Antifa or Other Groups, Police Say

By Ray SternJune 12, 2020

Scant evidence that antifa is behind looting or vandalism nationwide, either.

ASU Is Looking Into Alleged Racist Statements by Its New Journalism Dean

ASU Is Looking Into Alleged Racist Statements by Its New Journalism Dean

By Ray SternJune 4, 2020

Sonya Forte Duhé was named by ASU in March to lead the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

Arizona Rep. Walt Blackman: George Floyd Is ‘Not a Hero,’ BLM Is a ‘Terrorist Organization’

Arizona Rep. Walt Blackman: George Floyd Is ‘Not a Hero,’ BLM Is a ‘Terrorist Organization’

By Ray SternJune 4, 2020

He admits “some people are going to be pissed off at me” for his comments.

Jake Paul Charged With Two Crimes After Scottsdale Mall Chaos

Jake Paul Charged With Two Crimes After Scottsdale Mall Chaos

By Ray SternJune 4, 2020

“If people want to accuse me of things that they know I’m not doing because my name is Jake Paul, then so be it.”

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Viral Video Shows Woman Blocking Black Men From Leaving Scottsdale Mercedes Dealership

Viral Video Shows Woman Blocking Black Men From Leaving Scottsdale Mercedes Dealership

By Ray SternJune 3, 2020

“She put her hands on the car, yelling at us… I immediately put my camera up.” — Gary Wilson

Phoenix’s Sixth Night of Police Brutality Protests Went Peacefully

Phoenix’s Sixth Night of Police Brutality Protests Went Peacefully

By Ray SternJune 3, 2020

Protests are expected to continue this afternoon in Phoenix, with the “Defund Phoenix Police” rally planned by four groups, and a rally in Laveen.

Marijuana Legalization Plan in Arizona Is Polling Surprisingly High

Marijuana Legalization Plan in Arizona Is Polling Surprisingly High

By Ray SternJune 1, 2020

The best bet to derail legalization now will probably be a legal challenge of some sort.

Phoenix Police Arrested More Than 200 Protesters Following Ducey’s Curfew Order

Phoenix Police Arrested More Than 200 Protesters Following Ducey’s Curfew Order

By Ray SternJune 1, 2020

“At the end of the day, curfew was effective.” — Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams

Phoenix Protest Organizer Jarrett Maupin Blames Other Groups for Thursday’s Damage

Phoenix Protest Organizer Jarrett Maupin Blames Other Groups for Thursday’s Damage

By Ray SternMay 29, 2020

The activist believes the culprits are affiliated with Poder in Action, Black Lives Matter Metro Phoenix, and Puente Arizona.

Metro Phoenix School Board Candidate Quits Race After Homophobic Accusation

Metro Phoenix School Board Candidate Quits Race After Homophobic Accusation

By Ray SternMay 26, 2020

“This guy was clearly going for the shock value.” — Lindsay Love

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The Westgate Shooter Was an Incel Who Wanted Couples to Feel ‘Pain’

The Westgate Shooter Was an Incel Who Wanted Couples to Feel ‘Pain’

By Ray SternMay 22, 2020

According to authorities, Hernandez is an admitted “incel,” had been bullied by people in his life, and believed women didn’t want him.

Shooting Reported at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale

Shooting Reported at Westgate Entertainment District in Glendale

By Ray SternMay 20, 2020

“Please stay out of the #Westgate area. Preliminary info … is there were at least two persons struck by gunfire and one person is in custody.” – GPD

How the Coronavirus Will Make Phoenix’s Heat Problems Worse

How the Coronavirus Will Make Phoenix’s Heat Problems Worse

By Ray SternMay 20, 2020

COVID-19 and the coming heat are a “perfect storm” for a miserable quality of life for some groups of people.

Arizona Cannabis Community Stunned by Death of ‘Tireless Advocate’ Mikel Weisser

Arizona Cannabis Community Stunned by Death of ‘Tireless Advocate’ Mikel Weisser

By Ray SternMay 14, 2020

“Arizona lost a great one… This really hurts a lot. It’s shocking.” — Michelle Mushee Westenfield

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