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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

SERENA O'SULLIVAN

Gallego warns foreign adversaries are using American AI against the US, calls for guardrails

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)

Your guide to Arizona’s 2026 general election debates: Candidates face off in top races

Fans take in a Cactus League baseball game at Camelback Ranch. (Visit Arizona photo)

2026 Cactus League season creates record $806.9 million in total economic activity

Ruben Gallego Republicans empathy

Sen. Ruben Gallego says Republicans lack empathy about economic pain

More than 5,000 APS customers lost power in Thursday morning's storms. (Arizona Public Service file photo via Facebook)

About 5,600 APS customers lose power in thunderstorms

Thunderstorms delayed flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Thursday morning. (Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport file photo via X)

Thunderstorms disrupt travel at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

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KEVIN STONE | 6 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.
HEIDI HOMMEL | 8 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 | 8 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 | 15 hours ago
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 | 16 hours ago
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.
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DAVID IVERSEN | 16 hours ago
‘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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
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.
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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.
KYLIE WERNER | Sep 22, 2026
Phoenix man sentenced to 9 years for selling meth on San Carlos Apache Reservation

Eric Rope Jr., 41, previously pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine in connection with three incidents where he sold meth on the San Carlos Apache Reservation in 2025.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 22, 2026
Migrant hostage plot lands Arizona man in prison for 13 years

Armed men abducted six migrants in the desert and screwed their door shut each night. Undercover agents paid a $16,000 ransom before arresting those involved.
DAVID IVERSEN | Sep 22, 2026
18 endangered black-footed ferrets released in northern Arizona

The captive-born black-footed ferrets were flown in from Colorado, and Arizona Game and Fish is seeking volunteers to help monitor them this fall.
DAVE RAMSEY | Sep 22, 2026
Dave Ramsey says: Smart young man with a bright future

A listener of The Dave Ramsey Show who is about to graduate medical school asks for advice on buying term life insurance coverage.