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The fish-shaped Las Playas Intaglio at Cabeza Prieta National Wildlife Refuge, shown after border wall construction contractors scraped a corridor through the ancient geoglyph. Footage was taken from the Mexican side of the border. (Photo via Russ McSpadden, Center for Biological Diversity)

Border wall crews damaged ancient Arizona geoglyph now dated to 6,500 years

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SAFE Alert issued for missing 76-year-old Phoenix woman

An attorney for Matthew Mayich's family questions whether the ASU Police Department can be independent in its investigation. (Getty Images and ASU photos)

Family of ASU hockey player Matthew Mayich wants MCAO to conduct criminal investigation

Ruben Gallego wants AI guardrails amid national security concerns

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The Arizona Citizens Clean Elections Commission, a voter education resource, is hosting a slate of debates for candidates in contested federal, statewide and legislative races ahead of the Nov. 3 general election. (Unsplash photo)

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ALEX WEINER | 5 hours ago
2026 Cactus League season creates record $806.9 million in total economic activity

Spring training baseball continues to be a huge boon to the Arizona economy, according to a new ASU study.
KEVIN STONE | 5 hours ago
Sen. Ruben Gallego says Republicans lack empathy about economic pain

The Phoenix Democrat thinks voters will take out their frustrations on the GOP in the upcoming midterm elections, just like they did to his party two years ago.
KEVIN STONE | 7 hours ago
About 5,600 APS customers lose power in thunderstorms

The temporary outages were spread across the West Valley, with the largest impacts in Surprise, Peoria and Goodyear.
KEVIN STONE | 8 hours ago
Thunderstorms disrupt travel at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

The Federal Aviation Administration issued a ground stop for Arizona's largest airport before changing it to a departure delay notice.
KEVIN STONE | 8 hours ago
More rain possible after morning thunderstorms develop across metro Phoenix

More rain is possible across central and southern Arizona throughout the day, with the best chances in the mid-afternoon and evening.
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HEIDI HOMMEL | 10 hours ago
What’s on your ballot? Prop 144 has multiple provisions about elections in Arizona

Supporters say it would improve election integrity, but opponents say it's a Trojan horse that could lead to the end of mail voting.
ROSIE ROMERO, HOST AND OWNER OF ROSIEONTHEHOUSE.COM | 10 hours ago
Better water starts with knowing all the information

Water treatment technology is changing and you no longer necessarily need a large kitchen or a cabinet to have treated drinking water at the sink, but before you decide on a system, it helps to know a bit more about Arizona's drinking water.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 23, 2026
Police investigating man’s death after fight escalated into shooting in west Phoenix

The Phoenix Police Department identified the man who died as Mark Carmel.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 23, 2026
3 additional suspects arrested in connection with fatal Casa Grande house party shooting

Two of the suspects, 16- and 17-year-old boys, turned themselves in on Tuesday. The third, 20-year-old Laron Kelley, turned himself into authorities on Wednesday afternoon.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026
‘You lied’: Kris Mayes, Warren Petersen trade accusations in bitter attorney general debate

The Democrat and Republican split on immigration enforcement, the state's lawsuits against Washington and water as the Nov. 3 election nears.
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DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026
Ex-bodyguard in Kyrsten Sinema ‘homewrecker’ case accused of wrecking her Cave Creek home

Deputies say Matthew Ammel threatened to destroy a painting every 10 minutes unless Sinema posted a video to X, causing an estimated $200K in damage. He's now charged with a felony.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 23, 2026
Man sentenced to life for murdering stepfather, assaulting mother with hammer in Gilbert

Gary Crawford pleaded guilty to first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026
Kris Mayes, Adrian Fontes ask US attorney to act on alleged voter data misuse

A whistleblower says DHS diverted fraud staff to an "Unlawful Voter Initiative." Kris Mayes and Adrian Fontes warn it may violate a court order and privacy laws.
KEVIN STONE | Sep 23, 2026
In 1st interview since player’s collapse, ASU hockey coach says he’s ‘the right guy’ for job

Greg Powers addressed his status but largely avoided questions about what happened to Matthew Mayich, who remains on life support.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026
Phoenix police investigating claim of excessive force during west Phoenix traffic stop

An attorney says officers pulled De'Yante Smith from his car by his hair and punched him. Police say he resisted. Body cam hasn't been released.
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DYLAN KANE | Sep 23, 2026
Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues company over kratom and kava tonic

Attorney general's office cracks down on addictive kratom and kava product sold at gas stations and convenience stores across Arizona.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 23, 2026
Avondale opens transitional homes to help homeless families find permanent housing

The $3 million Family Bridge Homes project offers six two-bedroom homes plus case management and support services from nonprofit A New Leaf.
KEVIN STONE | Sep 23, 2026
Tempe Tavern shuts down after 15 years, blames ‘smear campaign’ by officials

The closure comes amid intense scrutiny by city and state agencies over links to several high-profile incidents, including a fatal collision last week.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Sep 23, 2026
Mark Kelly urges Congress to pass his AI bill, saying ‘No one else is coming to the rescue’

Kelly called for urgent action on artificial intelligence during a Tuesday speech on the Senate floor, announcing plans for new regulation.
SERENA O'SULLIVAN | Sep 23, 2026
Body found after car fire extinguished in Gilbert

Gilbert firefighters and police officers responded to reports of a car fire near Higley and Williams Field roads before 12:30 a.m. Wednesday.
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DYLAN KANE | Sep 23, 2026
FoodieLand returns to Phoenix Raceway with food, music, more

This year's food lineup will have everything from seafood boils to Korean barbecue to cheesecake on a stick.
HEIDI HOMMEL | Sep 23, 2026
With Colorado River cuts looming, Peoria commits $104 million to bolster water supply

The West Valley suburb is buying roughly 176,000 acre-feet of long-term storage credits from the Vidler Water Company.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 22, 2026
4 hospitalized, 1 detained after ‘isolated’ shooting in Mesa, police say

Three men and one woman were taken to a nearby hospital. Their conditions are unknown.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 22, 2026
Valley restaurant group reveals plans for new Italian chophouse

Bistecca & Bones is set to open at High Street at City North in Phoenix in spring 2027. The restaurant will offer premium cuts as well as a variety of house-made, fresh pastas.
SHIRA TANZER | Sep 22, 2026
Parents ask Scottsdale Unified Governing Board to choose least impactful school closure option

The board is considering three closure options involving seven district schools after reporting the total capacity for the schools at 7,194 students, while only 3,296 are currently enrolled.