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Arizona man sexual exploitation 10 charges...
Payne Moses

Arizona man faces 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor

An Arizona man was charged with ten counts of sexual exploitation of a minor on Dec. 30 as he was linked to "child sexual abuse material" through online tips.
7 hours ago
Three people have died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Mesa on Saturday, authorities said....
Bailey Leasure

Carbon monoxide poisoning in Mesa leaves 3 people dead

Three people have died from carbon monoxide poisoning in Mesa on Saturday, authorities said.
9 hours ago
A lottery ticket worth an estimated $112 million was sold in Arizona after Friday’s national Mega...
David Veenstra

Lottery ticket sold in Arizona wins $112 million in latest Mega Millions drawing

A lottery ticket worth an estimated $112 million was sold in Arizona after Friday’s national Mega Millions drawing.
12 hours ago
A man was arrested after allegedly stabbing another man to death in a Fuzzy's Sports Grill parking ...
David Veenstra

Suspect arrested after fatal stabbing at Fuzzy’s parking lot in Surprise

A man was arrested after allegedly stabbing another man to death in a Fuzzy's Sports Grill parking lot in Surprise on Friday afternoon.
13 hours ago
The investigation against Tolleson Mayor Juan F. Rodriguez has concluded without any evidence of wr...
David Veenstra

Investigation against Tolleson mayor concludes after parking lot confrontation

The investigation against Tolleson Mayor Juan Rodriguez has concluded without any evidence of wrongdoing, the city announced.
14 hours ago
The Arizona Department of Revenue has expanded its free tax filing program, giving even more Arizon...
David Veenstra

Arizona free tax filing program expands

The Arizona Department of Revenue has expanded its free tax filing program, giving even more Arizonans a way to file their taxes online for free.
16 hours ago
The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 are closed at Queen Creek Road due to a crash, according to th...
David Veenstra

Eastbound I-10 toward Tucson reopens at Queen Creek Road following crash

The eastbound lanes of Interstate 10 reopened at Queen Creek Road after a crash, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation.
18 hours ago
Homicide detectives are investigating after a Phoenix man died at the hospital weeks after being as...
David Veenstra

Phoenix man dies weeks after assault, detectives investigating

Homicide detectives are investigating after a Phoenix man died at the hospital weeks after being assaulted.
19 hours ago
As the state continues to face an affordable housing crisis, Maricopa County officials announced th...
Roxanne De La Rosa

New affordable housing complex opens in central Phoenix

Maricopa County officials announced the opening of a new affordable housing complex in Central Phoenix, near 7th avenue and Camelback Road.
20 hours ago
SRP...
Jeff Gifford/Phoenix Business Journal

SRP gets go-ahead for key transmission facility, lines in Laveen area

Salt River Project is able to move ahead on its South Mountain Transmission Project now that the Arizona Corporation Commission has approved it.
21 hours ago
Chandler 30th multicultural festival takes place Jan. 18...
Serena O'Sullivan

Chandler festival to fill public park with vibrant costumes, multicultural music and diverse dances

This year's Chandler Multicultural Festival is set to fill Dr. A.J. Chandler Park with the sounds of diverse music, dances and storytelling on Saturday.
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Country music star Chris Stapleton will perform in Glendale in August during his 2025 All-American ...
KTAR.com

Chris Stapleton making 2-night Glendale stop a part of 2025 tour

Country music star Chris Stapleton will perform back-to-back nights in Glendale in August during his 2025 All-American Road Show Tour.
1 day ago
Phoenix budget options with potential shortfall...
Payne Moses

Phoenix exploring options with potential budget shortfall in 2025

With potential budget cuts on their way, the city of Phoenix is looking into options to uphold a mandatory balanced budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year.
1 day ago
Wrong-way driver Grand Canyon University students killed in crash driver sentenced...
Payne Moses

Wrong-way driver sentenced to 22 years in prison for killing 3 Grand Canyon University students

The wrong-way driver who hit and killed three Grand Canyon University students in October 2022 was sentenced to 22 years in prison, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office announced Friday.
1 day ago
2026 fiscal year budget Katie Hobbs...
Danny Shapiro

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs’ 2026 fiscal year budget proposal includes ESA program overhaul

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs released her 2026 fiscal year budget proposal on Friday and it contained a school voucher program overhaul that would save the state an estimated $150 million.
1 day ago
Multifamily developers...
Angela Gonzales/Phoenix Business Journal

Apartment investors, developers bullish despite higher interest rates than expected

Multifamily developers and investors are bullish on metro Phoenix, despite interest rates staying higher than expected.
1 day ago
Running event in Tempe and Scottsdale...
Kevin Stone

Rock ‘n’ Roll running event taking over streets in Tempe, Scottsdale this weekend

Drivers will have to make room for runners in Tempe and Scottsdale this weekend thanks to a Rock ‘n’ Roll running event.
2 days ago
Containment of the Horton Fire northeast of Payson is increasing....
KTAR.com

Containment of Arizona’s Horton Fire approaches 100%

Containment of the Horton Fire northeast of Payson is nearing 100%, according to authorities.
2 days ago
A person was hospitalized Friday after a shooting involving police in west Phoenix, according to Ph...
KTAR.com

Phoenix police officer fatally shoots man who pointed gun at them

A man who pointed a gun at police during a chase was fatally shot by a Phoenix officer on Friday morning, authorities said.
2 days ago
The city of Gilbert is launching a new campaign in support of upcoming construction in its downtown...
Bailey Leasure

Gilbert launches new campaign for construction support in Heritage District

The town of Gilbert is launching a new campaign in support of upcoming construction in its downtown Heritage District.
2 days ago
Mesa Beer Festival 2025 - Copper State Beer Festival...
Serena O'Sullivan

4th annual Copper State Beer Festival returning to Mesa this weekend

An East Valley park is set to host the 2025 Copper State Beer Festival. This annual Mesa beer festival has vendors, food trucks, drinks and more.
2 days ago
Valley freeway closures January 17-20 2025....
Kevin Stone

Watch out for multiple Valley freeway closures, restrictions this weekend

Motorists should keep an eye out for multiple Valley freeway closures and restrictions this weekend.
2 days ago
An armed man was arrested on the campus of an Arizona charter school...
Kevin Stone

Armed man arrested on campus of Arizona charter school

An armed man was arrested on the campus of an Arizona charter school on Thursday morning, authorities said.
2 days ago
The Haven Phoenix...
Balin Overstolz McNair

The Haven opens in Phoenix, providing solutions for unhoused seniors

A new shelter for unhoused seniors in Phoenix is now taking in occupants after it was converted from a closed-down hotel.
2 days ago