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Phoenix

Despite life-saving efforts, the child was pronounced dead at the scene.

Police investigating infant’s death in north Phoenix

Updated: 55 minutes ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Detectives are still investigating, and details are very limited.

Health

Brain-eating amoebas are extremely dangerous but very avoidable if you take appropriate...

Doctors concerned brain-eating amoeba infection could increase due to warmer water temperatures

Updated: 3 hours ago

By Sarah Robinson

Brain-eating amoebas are extremely rare, but scientists are encouraging people to take the steps needed to avoid them altogether.

Wildfires

Officials say lightning sparked the Racetrack Fire on Sunday around 1 p.m.

Fire officials: Racetrack Fire expected to be 100% contained by Sunday night

Updated: 3 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

With a monsoon storm on the horizon, fire officials expect the fire to be 100% contained.

Wildfires

The Grapevine Fire started on July 21 near Prescott Valley and is continuing to burn.

Crews fighting Grapevine Fire near Prescott Valley; over 1K acres burned

Updated: 6 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

So far, the fire remains at 0% containment.

Extreme Heat

Excessive heat exposure could lead to decreased quality product, less milk production or even...

Pig cooling pads and weather forecasts for cows are high-tech ways to make meat in a warming world

Updated: 7 hours ago

By The Associated Press

Livestock across the nation are having a difficult time keeping cool.

Phoenix

The shooting happened near Cave Creek Road and Grovers Avenue.

Man in critical condition after shooting near Phoenix dog park

Updated: 9 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

No information about possible suspects has been released.

Extreme Heat

Twenty-four donkeys and horses at the sanctuary struggle to stay cool, even under the shade,...

Animals at Rio Verde Foothills sanctuary struggling with heat

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Casey Torres

The animals were rescued after being neglected and abused for years, and require medications for chronic illnesses, which the heat can compromise.

Northern Arizona

Assuming the public continues to be on board with these crossings, the next big step is getting...

Kaibab and Coconino National Forests seek public comment on proposed wildlife crossings

Updated: 18 hours ago

By Elliott Polakoff

The three proposed crossings would be located on I-17 south of Kachina Village, I-17 north of the Willard Springs exit, and I-40 west of Parks.

Crime

Police say they are searching for two Black 16-year-old boys and two white 16-year-old boys.

Police search for 4 suspects accused of attacking and robbing 14-year-old in Phoenix

Updated: 18 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The suspect demanded the boy's sandals and bike before assaulting him.

East Valley

The event was all about cars, celebrating their artistry and culture.

Lowrider car show rolls into Scottsdale

Updated: 21 hours ago

By Tianna Morimoto

Car owners brought out their lowriders, showing off all their hard work, including custom paint jobs.

Phoenix Forecast

Forecast

First Alert Weather: Temps drop as storm chances increase for metro Phoenix

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Holly Bock

We are First Alerting Sunday for higher storm chances, and we could see this continue through Tuesday or Wednesday.

West Valley

Firefighters rescue 3 pets from house fire in Peoria

Updated: 23 hours ago

By Tianna Morimoto

One firefighter was taken to the hospital for heat exhaustion.

Crime

Officer involved in crash in north Phoenix

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 2:48 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The officer involved has since been released from the hospital.

West Valley

Man dead after golf cart crash in Sun City

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 12:17 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Chester Sharpe, 82, died at the scene.

Education

Data breach hits Arizona’s school voucher program, prompting security concerns

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 11:41 AM MST

By Peter Valencia

Gov. Katie Hobbs is demanding answers from state superintendent Tom Horne.

East Valley

Apache Junction officers round up runaway donkeys

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 10:59 AM MST

By Dani Birzer

No donkeys were injured in the round-up adventures!

Wildfires

Diamond Fire near Sunflower grows to 5,150 acres, 0% containment

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 10:47 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Fire officials say conditions are beginning to improve.

Phoenix

Phoenix officer attacked by dog while responding to domestic violence call

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 10:40 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The officer was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Phoenix

Man dead after crashing into city bus in north Phoenix

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 9:35 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

A man is dead after a late-night crash involving a city bus in north Phoenix.

Northern Arizona

Northbound I-17 re-opens after deadly crash near New River

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 8:16 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

One driver died at the scene.

Northern Arizona

$1 million Mega Millions ticket sold in Prescott

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 7:59 AM MST

By Dani Birzer

Congratulations to the winner!

Extreme Heat

Heat streak to end as storm activity ramps up on First Alert Weather Day

Updated: Jul. 29, 2023 at 7:35 AM MST

By April Warnecke

An active weather weekend is expected across Arizona as the monsoon ramps up.

West Valley

Peoria teen awaits life-saving and history-making organ transplants

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 10:27 PM MST

By Micaela Marshall

A local teenager is awaiting life-saving surgery that could soon make history in Arizona. Griffin Montejo, 15, is hoping to become the state’s first pediatric heart and liver transplant recipient.

Forecast

First Alert Weather: Hot temps and storms ahead for metro Phoenix

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 10:14 PM MST

By Paul Horton

The average temperature this month is 102.7 degrees.

West Valley

6-year-old girl dies after being hit by boat propeller at Lake Pleasant

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 9:21 PM MST

By Ben Bradley

MCSO ssaid the owners are experienced boat operators who live near Lake Pleasant.

Arizona

Alicia Navarro’s return sparks hope for family of Daniel Robinson

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 8:20 PM MST

By Briana Whitney

With Alicia Navarro's return, Daniel Robinson's father, David, says he will find his son alive.

Crime

Police searching for service dog stolen from Tempe hotel room

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 7:29 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Lani is a trained service dog that helps detects her owner's seizures.

West Valley

MCSO: Man caught after fleeing murder scene in Youngtown

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 7:07 PM MST

By David Baker

Deputies say the shooter wanted to find the person who stole his backpack.

Yuma News

YRMC opens an emergency room in Fortuna Foothills near Yuma

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 6:23 PM MST

By Alexandra Rangel

The Yuma Regional Medical Center opened a new emergency room in Fortuna Foothills so residents have quicker access.

Extreme Heat

Navajo Nation declares state of emergency due to record-breaking heat

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 6:01 PM MST

By Tianna Morimoto

The state of emergency is set to go through Aug. 31 unless anything changes.

Arizona

Cave Creek residents asked to conserve water due to damaged pipeline

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 6:00 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

At this time, it’s unclear when water service will return to normal.

Extreme Heat

Medical examiner in Phoenix predicts record heat deaths

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 5:33 PM MST

By Dennis Welch

The current record for heat deaths in Maricopa County was set in 2022, when 425 people died.

Crime

Woman arrested in suspected road rage shooting that killed a man in Glendale

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 5:17 PM MST

By Kit Silavong

Police were able to track the car owner after obtaining surveillance video from a convenience store near the scene of the shooting.

Phoenix

This Phoenix bar was just named the best cocktail bar in the US

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 4:17 PM MST

By David Baker

It houses three turn-of-the-century inspired cocktail bars that focus on specialty craft cocktails in Arcadia.

East Valley

Apache Junction police sergeant surprises girl who rescued his dog

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 4:03 PM MST

By Tianna Morimoto

The sergeant wanted to show his gratitude and appreciation for the girl in a meaningful way.

East Valley

Meals on Wheels deliveries double as wellness checks for Arizona residents

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 3:01 PM MST

By Angie Koehle

It’s a requirement for the driver to see the recipient face-to-face.

Extreme Heat

ASU researchers exploring how extreme heat could impact health conditions

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 2:26 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

In the future, this research could lead to the development of an app to connect your health with weather conditions.

Surprise Squad

Surprise Squad helps Avondale woman in need of AC amid intense heat wave

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 2:01 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

She knew she needed to get a new one and had been saving her money to buy it, but a health issue wiped it all away.

Phoenix

Cesar Chavez football coach candidate named following student’s drowning death

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 1:55 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Chris Hampton, 15, went missing while swimming in Show Low Lake on July 17. His body was recovered the next day.

Crime

Teen arrested after 19-year-old shot and killed near Kingman

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 1:45 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The 16-year-old suspect's name hasn't been released.

East Valley

Backup driver pleads guilty to endangerment after self-driving car kills woman in Tempe

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 1:22 PM MST

By The Associated Press

It was the first fatal collision involving a fully autonomous car in the U.S.

Phoenix

Tim McGraw coming to Phoenix in 2024 for ‘Standing Room Only Tour’

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 1:12 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

McGraw will make a stop in downtown Phoenix on June 27, 2024, at Footprint Center.

Phoenix

Police investigating after Tesla crashes into backyard pool in north Phoenix

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 1:05 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

At this time, there are no reports of injuries.

Pinal County News

Haystack fires likely to burn for days near Casa Grande

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 11:53 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

It’s unclear if anyone is hurt or what started the fire.

East Valley

Chandler cross country runners training early, hydrating to beat triple-digit temps

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 11:33 AM MST

By Alaina Kwan

Some sports practice later in the day, but cross country runners must set an early alarm clock to beat the heat.

East Valley

Zoom Room dog training facility opening 2 East Valley locations

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 10:38 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The facility offers different classes such as obedience, tricks, agility, puppy training, herding and more!

Arizona

News magazine program InvestigateTV+ debuts this fall on Arizona’s Family

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 10:32 AM MST

By Gray News Staff

Gray Television has announced plans to launch a new weekday news magazine program called InvestigateTV+.

West Valley

Glendale police: No arrests made in Alicia Navarro’s disappearance

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 9:51 AM MST

By Peter Valencia, The Associated Press, Briana Whitney and AZFamily Digital News Staff

Despite some media reports and eyewitness accounts, police tell Arizona’s Family that several people have been questioned, but no one is currently facing charges.

Phoenix

Man gets stuck in chimney, accused of breaking into west Phoenix home

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 8:23 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Phoenix police tell Arizona’s Family that the suspect will face one count of criminal trespassing and an Order of Protection violation.

Something Good

Valley company gifts free AC unit to Surprise homeowner

Updated: Jul. 28, 2023 at 8:20 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The old unit was from 1996, and the company replaced it for free!