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Wildfires

The brush fire is near Bush Highway at milepost 199.

Wildfire forces closure of SR 87 near Fort McDowell

Updated: moments ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The brush fire is near Bush Highway at milepost 199 and has burned approximately 400 acres.

Phoenix

The area was blocked off as officers tried to make their way inside the building.

Man detained after barricade situation near downtown Phoenix

Updated: 44 minutes ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Phoenix police were called to an apartment complex near 7th Avenue and Mcdowell Road.

Crime

The men face multiple felony charges after fentanyl pills, cocaine, meth and other drug...

Arizona men accused of having 7000 fentanyl pills, cocaine and meth arrested in Idaho

Updated: 3 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The men face multiple felony charges.

West Valley

Glendale police were called to an apartment complex near 51st and Northern Avenue.

3 people hospitalized after shooting in Glendale, suspect on the loose

Updated: 4 hours ago

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Police believe the suspect is the ex-boyfriend of one of the victims.

Northern Arizona

A bear, brown in color, was seen roaming the area of the Safeway grocery store Sunday morning...

Bear found roaming near a Prescott Valley Safeway Sunday morning

Updated: 7 hours ago

By Jason Sillman

The bear, described as brown in color, was last seen heading toward the undeveloped area of Lynx Creek.

Wildfires

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Wildfire burns near Biosphere 2 facility north of Tucson

Updated: 7 hours ago

By Jason Sillman

The fire is burning about 1/2 mile from the famous science facility in southern Arizona.

Coyotes

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman speaks prior to Game 1 of the NHL hockey Stanley Cup Finals...

Bettman: NHL still committed to keeping Coyotes in Arizona after arena referendum failed

Updated: 9 hours ago

By STEPHEN WHYNO

Commissioner Gary Bettman says the NHL is still committed to Arizona after Tempe voters rejected a referendum for a Coyotes arena

East Valley

A Queen Creek firefighter sustained minor injuries after falling through the floor of a house...

Firefighter injured while battling early morning house fire in Queen Creek

Updated: 11 hours ago

By Jason Sillman

A Queen Creek firefighter sustained minor injuries after falling through the floor of a house on fire Sunday morning.

Politics

Sunday Spotlight: Working with a divided government

Updated: 13 hours ago

By Andrew Capasso

As the 2023 session comes to an end and lawmakers look to 2024, they say they’re learning lessons to use in the future.

Phoenix

Five vehicles were involved in the collision.

One person dead, 9 hospitalized after multi-car crash in Phoenix

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Dani Birzer and AZFamily Digital News Staff

Police believe impairment and speed were factors in the crash.

Phoenix Forecast

Northern Arizona

Volunteer firefighter rushes in to save boats during massive fire at Lake Powell

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Steven Sarabia

Wilkes felt like he had to do something to save not only his boats but everyone else’s at the marina.

Crime

Man arrested after shooting at a north Phoenix bus stop leaves 2 dead

Updated: 22 hours ago

By Dani Birzer and Casey Torres

A man and a woman are dead after being shot and killed in north Phoenix early Saturday morning.

Phoenix

Buckeye Road shut down near I-17 after collision involving DPS trooper

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 6:39 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

There’s no estimated time for reopening.

Coyotes

Bettman: NHL still committed to keeping Coyotes in Arizona after arena referendum failed

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 5:30 PM MST

By The Associated Press

Bettman said the team is looking at other areas around Phoenix for a long-term home.

Phoenix

Suspect arrested for shooting death of man at Phoenix apartment complex

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 5:16 PM MST

By Ben Bradley and AZFamily Digital News Staff

Police arrested 23-year-old Jaguar Mixson for the deadly shooting.

Crime

Pinal County deputies searching for alleged child sex abuse suspect

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 4:23 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Ibach was told by others about the investigation and left his house before deputies arrived.

Sports

Phoenix MMA fighter shines in short notice UFC debut, shares journey to the octagon

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 1:50 PM MST

By David Caltabiano

McGhee's story is one of hope.

Crime

Phoenix Police seek suspect involved in attempted robbery near Burton Barr Library

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 1:07 PM MST

By Dani Birzer

It happened on Feb. 25, 2022.

Phoenix

Phoenix Boys Choir heads off on international tour Sunday

Updated: Jun. 3, 2023 at 12:52 PM MST

By Dani Birzer

They're leaving Sunday on the adventure of a lifetime.

Things to Do

Lots to do this weekend in Phoenix and beyond

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:04 PM MST

By Dani Birzer

There's lots to do to kick off the first week of June!

East Valley

Residents of Mesa mobile home park asked to leave within several months

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:11 PM MST

By Michael Raimondi

The notice states that people have 180 days to find another place to live.

Arizona

Serial rapist case involving Arizona women comes to light for first time

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 8:11 PM MST

By Briana Whitney

Claude Dean Hull was wanted for rapes from California to Arizona to Florida.

East Valley

Dozens of firefighters battle fire at Mesa apartment

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:46 PM MST

By David Baker

It's unclear what sparked the flames.

Phoenix

Arrest made in Tovrea Castle vandalism case

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:55 PM MST

By David Baker

The suspect was already in jail on other charges.

Crime

DPS stops 230 lbs of fentanyl from heading to Phoenix

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 6:31 PM MST

By David Baker

The estimated street value in Phoenix is $3.1 million.

Northern Arizona

Coconino County homeowners concerned about after-effects of brown, murky water

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:46 PM MST

By Elliott Polakoff

Officials say the water in Mormon Lake is currently safe to drink, even if it’s still a little brown, but some homeowners are still concerned.

Phoenix

12-year-old Phoenix soccer player returns home month after sudden cardiac arrest

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 5:12 PM MST

By Sarah Robinson

Soccer or no soccer, Pyper says she is thankful for a second chance at life and a brand new outlook.

Northern Arizona

VIDEO: Large fire burns house boats at Lake Powell marina

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 4:38 PM MST

By Alexis Cortez and The Associated Press

It’s unclear what sparked the flames.

East Valley

Dozens of flotation rings to be installed at Tempe Town Lake

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:33 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff and David Baker

The announcement was made days after the city was sued over a drowning at the lake last year.

Politics

RUMOR MILL: Fact-checking social media myths you may have read this week

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 3:00 PM MST

By The Associated Press

Social media users and prominent political figures shared a range of false claims this week.

Phoenix

3 arrested after man shot to death at Phoenix apartment complex

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 2:16 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

All three have been booked on $1 million cash-only bail.

Crime

Massage therapist accused of sexually assaulting 4 women in Gilbert and Queen Creek

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 2:11 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Ochoa was arrested as he was heading to work at the Gilbert spa.

Arizona

Man facing murder charge after wrong-way crash on US 60 left Mesa woman dead

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 2:02 PM MST

By Ben Bradley

The crash happened near milepost 240 just outside of Miami-Globe on Tuesday afternoon.

Crime

Man convicted of killing Maricopa County detention officer sentenced to 33 years in prison

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 1:39 PM MST

By Ben Bradley

Daniel Davitt, 63, was found guilty of manslaughter in the killing of detention officer Gene "Jim" Lee in 2019.

Phoenix

Man hit and killed by a car in Laveen

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:48 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Investigators haven’t said if speed or impairment were possible factors in the crash.

Phoenix

More tenants show up to Maricopa County hearings as evictions increase

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:47 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff and David Caltabiano

Evictions hit a 13-year high last fall as metro Phoenix experienced one of the highest rates of inflation.

Phoenix

Man dead, woman hospitalized after motorcycle crash in Phoenix

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:44 PM MST

By Bobbi Jo Kelly

The crash happened near 27th and Northern avenues around 1:30 a.m. Friday.

East Valley

New ZIP Code coming to parts of Queen Creek and San Tan Valley

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 12:02 PM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

The new ZIP code will take effect on July 1st.

Arizona

Weekend closures include I-10, Loop 202 near Tempe, I-17 and U.S. 60 in Mesa

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:30 AM MST

By Kit Silavong

If you're planning to travel around the valley this weekend, make sure you leave a little early for road and freeway closures.

Education

Phoenix Union High School District moves forward with plans to hire on-campus officers

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 11:06 AM MST

By Peter Valencia and Elliott Polakoff

Six schools have applied for state grant money to hire the officers.

Suns

Frank Vogel finalizing deal to become Phoenix Suns next head coach

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 10:07 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff and The Associated Press

Vogel will replace Monty Williams, who was dismissed last month.

West Valley

Glendale adding 2 bonds for construction, public safety to November ballot

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 9:20 AM MST

By Alaina Kwan

The City of Glendale says the bond would not increase the secondary property tax, as it would basically renew the current one.

West Valley

Camelback Road closed in Glendale after person hit by a car

Updated: Jun. 2, 2023 at 7:41 AM MST

By AZFamily Digital News Staff

Camelback is closed between 51st Avenue and 55th Avenue as the investigation takes place.

Investigation

Maricopa County launches alert tool to help warn of possible deed fraud

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 10:27 PM MST

By Morgan Loew and Cody Lillich

The move comes after deed fraud cases across the country.

West Valley

Goodyear using robot technology to paint sporting fields

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 8:54 PM MST

By Steven Sarabia

The city is able to program the robot to paint the lines for any sporting field, including soccer, football and baseball.

Politics

Drag show slated to kick off Pride Month at Nellis Air Force Base canceled

Updated: Jun. 1, 2023 at 8:18 PM MST

By Regina Ahn

“The Pentagon may not allow us to do this show on the base but I sent a message out to the white house to the president I would love to come to the white house and do a show for you and do what its really about,” said Coco Montrese, a drag queen in Las Vegas.

East Valley