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Tragic Collision in Mesa Claims Lives of Two, Including Child
Mesa, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A serious high-speed collision in Mesa, Arizona, has led to the tragic deaths of two individuals, one of whom was a 17-year-old passenger. The accident, which...
Suspect Fatally Shot After Highway Pursuit in Navajo County
Holbrook, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A suspect was shot dead following a high-speed chase initiated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety on Interstate 40 near Holbrook. The pursuit began when...
Police Officer Injured During Traffic Control in Scottsdale
Scottsdale, December 14, 2025 A Scottsdale police officer was injured while managing traffic at 44th Street and Camelback Road during the Phoenix Marathon. The officer was taken to the hospital but...
Armed Intruder Captured on Doorbell Camera in Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A Phoenix couple experienced a harrowing moment when an armed intruder appeared at their front door, brandishing a gun. The incident, recorded by their Ring doorbell...
Speeding Driver Attempts to Race Trooper with Unbuckled Children
Casa Grande, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A driver in Casa Grande, Arizona, was arrested for criminal speeding and reckless driving after allegedly trying to race a trooper on Interstate 10. Accompanied...
Joe Rim Sentenced to 15 Years for Murder of Teenager in Mesa
Mesa, Arizona, December 13, 2025 Joe Rim has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the 2022 shooting death of 18-year-old Stephen Jacobo in Mesa, Arizona. Rim pleaded guilty to...
Second Arrest Made in Deadly Tempe Marketplace Shooting
Tempe, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A second suspect, Dante Gaines, has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 19-year-old Dominic Baysinger at Tempe Marketplace. Gaines, 25, faces serious charges...
Man Sentenced for Killing Construction Worker in Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A 36-year-old man, Zachery Shropshire, has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for fatally shooting construction worker Alvaro Briceno Quezada during a remodeling project in...
Inmate Fatally Shot by Officer at Tucson Hospital
Tucson, Arizona, December 13, 2025 In Tucson, a Pima County corrections officer fatally shot an inmate, Nathan Peru, during a struggle at Banner – University Medical Center South. Peru, facing serious...
BUSINESS
Barb Kozuh’s Leadership Transforms Health and Philanthropy in Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Barb Kozuh, Executive Director of the Delta Dental of Arizona Foundation, has been pivotal in improving health initiatives and community volunteerism in Arizona. With impactful partnerships,...
Governor Allocates $15.6 Million to Strengthen Arizona’s Power Grid
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a $15.6 million investment to enhance Arizona’s power grid resilience against wildfires and severe weather through four key projects. Nearly 290,000 customers...
New Bill Aims to Protect Arizona Franchise Owners
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Arizona’s House Bill 2038, introduced by State Representative Stacey Travers, seeks to establish regulations for franchise agreements, protecting small-business owners from unfair contract terminations. This legislation aims...
Luxury Estate Sells for $14.8 Million in Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley, December 14, 2025 A luxury estate in Paradise Valley, Arizona, has been sold for $14.8 million after a reduction of $4.2 million from its original listing price. This sale...
New Caregiver Hub Launches in Fountain Hills, AZ
Fountain Hills, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A new caregiver hub has been established in Fountain Hills, Arizona, by three female entrepreneurs aimed at providing essential support and resources for local caregivers....
Outsourcing Trends in Phoenix: Preparing for 2026
Phoenix, Arizona, December 13, 2025 As businesses in Phoenix prepare for 2026, outsourcing is emerging as a key strategy to enhance efficiency and focus on core operations. Local entrepreneurs are recognizing...
Cigna and Tenet Healthcare Dispute Disrupts Services for Patients
Phoenix, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A contract dispute between Cigna Healthcare and Tenet Healthcare has affected approximately 413,000 enrollees in Arizona, disrupting their access to in-network medical care. Disagreements over reimbursement...
Chandler Man Indicted in $5.6 Million Investment Fraud
Chandler, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A Chandler man, Anthonie Ruinard, Jr., faces serious charges of wire fraud and money laundering after allegedly deceiving over 54 investors out of $5.6 million through...
Microsoft Joins Fresh Start to Empower Women in Tech
Phoenix, December 13, 2025 Microsoft has partnered with Fresh Start Women’s Foundation in Phoenix to launch a tech skills fellowship program aimed at empowering women in technology. This initiative provides comprehensive...
Events/What's Happening
Chelsea Bearce Brings Comedy to DC Ervin’s Venue
Benicia, California, December 14, 2025 Benicia, California will host comedian Chelsea Bearce at DC Ervin’s comedy event, highlighting local talent and community support. Bearce, known for her observational humor, has performed...
Phoenix Rock Lottery Returns for 12th Anniversary
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 The Phoenix Rock Lottery will celebrate its 12th anniversary on January 24, 2026, at the Crescent Ballroom in Downtown Phoenix. This unique event assembles 25 local musicians...
Tony Suraci Brings Legendary Country Music to Phoenix
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Tony Suraci is set to deliver a captivating tribute to country music legends at Celebrity Theatre in Phoenix. Scheduled for February 26, this concert will showcase timeless...
ZZ Ward to Perform at Musical Instrument Museum
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Blues-rock artist ZZ Ward will grace the stage at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix as part of her Dirty Sun Tour. The concert, set for March...
Donny Benét Set to Electrify Valley Bar with Live Performance
Phoenix, AZ, December 14, 2025 Australian musician Donny Benét will perform live at Valley Bar in Phoenix, bringing his unique post-disco and synth-pop sounds to the stage. This event, scheduled for...
Janeane Garofalo to Perform at Desert Ridge Improv
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Comedian Janeane Garofalo is set to bring her humor to the Desert Ridge Improv in Phoenix. The show is on May 2, 2026, at 6:00 PM, providing...
El Mirage Hosts Critical Blood Donation Event
El Mirage, December 14, 2025 El Mirage, Arizona, is set to hold a vital blood drive on September 28, focusing on addressing the urgent need for blood donations. Donors aged 21...
Adam Carolla to Perform Live in Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Adam Carolla, the famous comedian and podcaster, will take the stage at Desert Ridge Improv in Phoenix. Fans can expect a night full of humor as Carolla...
Engage in Winter Fun at PHX Plays Program
Phoenix, AZ, December 14, 2025 The PHX Plays Winter Break at Muriel Smith Recreation Center offers children aged 6 to 12 an opportunity for structured activities during winter break. Running from...
CRIME
Tragic Collision in Mesa Claims Lives of Two, Including Child
Mesa, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A serious high-speed collision in Mesa, Arizona, has led to the tragic deaths of two individuals, one of whom was a 17-year-old passenger. The accident, which...
Suspect Fatally Shot After Highway Pursuit in Navajo County
Holbrook, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A suspect was shot dead following a high-speed chase initiated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety on Interstate 40 near Holbrook. The pursuit began when...
Police Officer Injured During Traffic Control in Scottsdale
Scottsdale, December 14, 2025 A Scottsdale police officer was injured while managing traffic at 44th Street and Camelback Road during the Phoenix Marathon. The officer was taken to the hospital but...
Armed Intruder Captured on Doorbell Camera in Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A Phoenix couple experienced a harrowing moment when an armed intruder appeared at their front door, brandishing a gun. The incident, recorded by their Ring doorbell...
Speeding Driver Attempts to Race Trooper with Unbuckled Children
Casa Grande, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A driver in Casa Grande, Arizona, was arrested for criminal speeding and reckless driving after allegedly trying to race a trooper on Interstate 10. Accompanied...
Joe Rim Sentenced to 15 Years for Murder of Teenager in Mesa
Mesa, Arizona, December 13, 2025 Joe Rim has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for the 2022 shooting death of 18-year-old Stephen Jacobo in Mesa, Arizona. Rim pleaded guilty to...
Second Arrest Made in Deadly Tempe Marketplace Shooting
Tempe, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A second suspect, Dante Gaines, has been arrested in connection with the fatal shooting of 19-year-old Dominic Baysinger at Tempe Marketplace. Gaines, 25, faces serious charges...
Man Sentenced for Killing Construction Worker in Phoenix
Phoenix, Arizona, December 13, 2025 A 36-year-old man, Zachery Shropshire, has been sentenced to 45 years in prison for fatally shooting construction worker Alvaro Briceno Quezada during a remodeling project in...
Inmate Fatally Shot by Officer at Tucson Hospital
Tucson, Arizona, December 13, 2025 In Tucson, a Pima County corrections officer fatally shot an inmate, Nathan Peru, during a struggle at Banner – University Medical Center South. Peru, facing serious...
POLITICS
Suspect Fatally Shot After Highway Pursuit in Navajo County
Holbrook, Arizona, December 14, 2025 A suspect was shot dead following a high-speed chase initiated by the Arizona Department of Public Safety on Interstate 40 near Holbrook. The pursuit began when...
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit by Phoenix Firefighters Over Pay
Phoenix, Arizona, December 12, 2025 A Maricopa County Superior Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by over 100 Phoenix fire captains who claimed they were owed back pay for unpaid...
Fruit-Flavored Cocaine Targeting Young People in Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona, December 12, 2025 Arizona’s Attorney General has raised alarms about the rise of fruit-flavored cocaine in the state’s illegal drug scene. This trend, which seeks to attract young individuals...
Recent Legal Actions in Phoenix and Albany Address Criminal Offenses
Phoenix, Arizona, December 11, 2025 In a significant development, Cruzita Leon was arrested in Phoenix, charged with selling lethal fentanyl that led to a fatal overdose. This case marks the first...
Phoenix Man Arrested for Two Separate Murders
Phoenix, Arizona, December 6, 2025 Adalberto Pablo Cordova Torres, a 21-year-old from Phoenix, has been arrested for two murders that occurred five days apart. The police connected him to the deaths...
Phoenix Man’s Court Hearing Postponed in School Sexual Assault Case
Phoenix, December 4, 2025 Abel Kai Gblah, 25, has had his court hearing postponed after he refused to be transported to the courthouse. Gblah is accused of sexually assaulting a 10-year-old...
Man Arrested for Church Arson in Lake Havasu City
Lake Havasu City, December 1, 2025 A man has been arrested for arson at Calvary Church in Lake Havasu City, following a fire that occurred on November 30. The suspect, 49-year-old...
Arizona Family Faces Legal Struggles After Teen’s Accident
Maricopa, Arizona, November 27, 2025 An Arizona family is grappling with severe financial challenges following a car accident that left their daughter, a 17-year-old, permanently disabled. With medical costs exceeding $1...
Phoenix School Board Member Fights to Clear Name After Box Cutter Accusation
Phoenix, November 27, 2025 Cassandra Hernandez, member of the Cartwright Elementary School District, is working to clear her name after being wrongfully accused of attempting to bring a box cutter to...
SPORTS
Kenny Dillingham Affirms Commitment to ASU Football Program
Tempe, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Arizona State University head football coach Kenny Dillingham has reaffirmed his commitment to the Sun Devils amid rumors linking him to the University of Michigan. Dillingham...
Kenny Dillingham Secures Contract Extension with ASU
Tempe, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Arizona State University head football coach Kenny Dillingham has secured a contract extension through 2029, reflecting confidence in his leadership. The new contract includes an annual...
Grand Canyon University Swimming and Diving Teams Achieve Record-Breaking Success
Phoenix, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Grand Canyon University’s swimming and diving teams showcased exceptional talent in their final meet, setting multiple pool records and achieving personal bests. The women’s team, led...
Grand Canyon University Men’s Basketball Achieves Dominant Victory
Phoenix, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Grand Canyon University (GCU) showcased an impressive performance, defeating Coastal Carolina 82-61 in a commanding game. The Lopes went into halftime with a significant 27-point lead,...
Discover Engaging Activities in Phoenix
Phoenix, December 14, 2025 Phoenix is gearing up for a day packed with events on December 14, featuring an NBA game between the Suns and Lakers, and dog-friendly gatherings. With welcoming...
Fountain Hills High School Basketball Team Wins Big
Fountain Hills, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Fountain Hills High School’s boys basketball team achieved a commanding 59-38 victory over Scottsdale Christian Academy, marking a significant improvement in their season performance. This...
Canyon View High School Football Coach Earns Prestigious Award
Waddell, Arizona, December 14, 2025 Canyon View High School’s football coach, J.R. Alcantar, has been recognized for his remarkable leadership by receiving the Coach of the Year award. Under his guidance,...
Koa Peat Set to Shine in Hall of Fame Series Game
Phoenix, December 13, 2025 Koa Peat, a promising talent from the University of Arizona, will showcase his skills at the Hall of Fame Series game in Phoenix. Coming from a family...
Junior Diouf Achieves Historic All-America Honor for GCU
Phoenix, AZ, December 13, 2025 Grand Canyon University’s Junior Diouf has made history by becoming the first player from the university to be named to the United Soccer Coaches Division I...