Arizona News
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.41 minutes ago
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.2 hours ago
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.3 hours ago
KTAR.com
Containment of Arizona’s Horton Fire approaches 100%
Containment of the Horton Fire northeast of Payson is nearing 100%, according to authorities.4 hours ago
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.6 hours ago
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.6 hours ago
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.7 hours ago
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.8 hours ago
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.10 hours ago
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.12 hours ago
Jim Sharpe
AZ Political Podcast: Bill Gates on new teaching gig, election fraud
On this week's edition of AZ Political Podcast, former Maricopa County Supervisor Bill Gates dishes on his new teaching gig, election fraud.13 hours ago
Kevin Stone
Arizona lawmakers propose multiple plans to speed up election results
Arizona lawmakers have been busy filing a slew of proposed election reforms, including multiple plans designed to speed up results.13 hours ago
KTAR.com
1 dead after motorcycle crash in Phoenix, police say
A motorcycle rider died after a motorcycle-SUV crash that took place in Phoenix on January 15, 2025, according to Phoenix Police.21 hours ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Extreme Makeover, Pup Edition: Maltese finds new home after Valley nonprofit cleans him up
A six-year-old Maltese named Reggie was in desperate need of grooming after his matted fur became unbearable. AHS stepped in to help.23 hours ago
Roxanne De La Rosa
Man dead after shooting in northwest Phoenix
A man is dead after a shooting in northwest Phoenix on Wednesday night, according to Phoenix Police.23 hours ago
Danny Shapiro
Scottsdale leaders urge caution as extended dry season stokes wildfire concerns
Scottsdale leaders are reminding residents and workers to be cautious as wildfire risks remain high in the city during an extended dry season.1 day ago
Danny Shapiro
Man sentenced to death in 2013 murder, rape of 14-year-old Mesa girl
A man convicted of murdering and raping a 14-year-old Mesa girl in 2013 received a death penalty sentence on Thursday, authorities announced.1 day ago
Kevin Stone
Life lost in Phoenix residential fire for 3rd time in 8 days
A person was killed Thursday in Phoenix’s third deadly residential fire in a span of eight days, authorities said.1 day ago
Kevin Stone
Northbound State Route 87 reopened after hit-and-run collision, shooting
A stretch of highway north of Mesa was closed Wednesday for about five hours while authorities searched for a suspect in a hit-and-run collision and shooting.1 day ago
Serena O'Sullivan
Phoenix man found guilty of trying to pay for sex with 13-year-old girl
A Maricopa County jury found William Schlicher of Phoenix guilty of trying to engage in child sex crimes by responding to an online sex trafficking ad.1 day ago
Serena O'Sullivan
With new report predicting surge in dementia cases, Phoenix expert shares preventative tips
Nature Medicine published a study on Monday that suggests there would be 1 million people diagnosed with dementia each year by 2060.1 day ago
Kevin Stone
Here’s what you should know about Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction, from Hagar to ‘Hillbillies’
Car aficionados will have a chance to bid on millions of dollars’ worth of collectible vehicles and memorabilia at the 2025 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction.1 day ago
David Veenstra
Councilwoman Ann O’Brien selected as new Phoenix vice mayor
Councilwoman Ann O'Brien was selected by her colleagues as Phoenix's vice mayor on Wednesday.1 day ago
