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Peoria: Police Search School District Offices in Investigation of Two Former Teachers Accused of Abusing Student
Peoria Police searched Peoria Unified School District offices Monday in a probe of two former Centennial High School teachers accused of sexually abusing a male student. The Maricopa County Attorney's Office is reviewing recommended charges against Haley Beck and Angela Burlaka.
Tempe: Two Dead After Fiery Rollover Crash Closes Loop 202 for Hours
Two people died after a rollover crash caused a vehicle fire on the Loop 202 in Tempe on Sunday. The westbound freeway was closed for more than four hours near the Loop 101 interchange.
Gilbert Parents Face Criminal Neglect Charges After Toddler Declared Dead Was Found Alive in Hospital Morgue
Gilbert police recommend criminal neglect charges against parents of an 18-month-old boy who was declared dead at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center after a near-drowning, only to be found alive hours later in the hospital morgue. The child, Vincent Fiordilino, continues to recover.
Glendale: 15-Year-Old Charged After Westgate Shooting Injures 5, Including His 8-Year-Old Sister
A 15-year-old Phoenix boy faces charges after a shooting at Glendale's Westgate Entertainment District on July 4 injured five people, including his 8-year-old sister. The teen admitted to taunting classmates with cash before the gunfire erupted.
Scottsdale: City Council Unanimously Bans Party Houses at Short-Term Rentals With New Ordinance
Scottsdale City Council unanimously passed Ordinance 4719, defining "event center" to crack down on short-term rentals used as commercial party venues. The measure follows 56 citations and 48 nuisance calls in May alone.
Chandler: Ingram Micro Closing Facility, Cutting 75 Jobs by Year-End
Ingram Micro Services is closing its Chandler facility at 460 N. 54th St. by December 31, eliminating 75 jobs. The company filed a WARN notice on June 23, saying it will move operations to California and Indiana.
Mesa: Driver Killed, Another Critically Injured in Head-On Crash on Broadway Road
One driver was killed and another critically injured after a pickup truck and box truck collided head-on on Broadway Road in Mesa. The crash closed a major east-west corridor for hours.
Tucson Sheriff Chris Nanos Defends Arresting True Crime YouTubers Outside Nancy Guthrie's Catalina Foothills Home
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos defends arresting true crime YouTubers who camped outside Nancy Guthrie's Catalina Foothills home, calling their presence a nuisance as the investigation into the 84-year-old's disappearance nears five months.
Phoenix: 22-Year-Old Xavier Alexander Aguirre Dies After Police Shooting During Domestic Dispute Near Greenway Road
Xavier Alexander Aguirre, 22, was shot and killed by Phoenix police after he chased another man with a knife during a domestic dispute near 35th Avenue and Greenway Road. The Arizona Department of Public Safety is investigating.
Lake Havasu City: Suspect Dives Into Colorado River After Nearly $500,000 Train Heist Leads to Arrests
Two men were arrested in Lake Havasu City after a multi-agency investigation recovered nearly $500,000 in stolen train cargo. One suspect dove into the Colorado River to escape police before being captured by the La Paz County boating division.
Prescott Voters to Decide 5 Charter Amendments in November Special Election, Including Measure That Would Bar City From Funding Housing Infrastructure
Prescott voters will decide five charter amendments in a November 3 special election. The measures include a proposal to bar the city from funding housing infrastructure, restrictions on development agreements, and open space requirements for annexations.
Prescott Area: Black Canyon City General Manager Arrested in Alleged $40,000 Theft Ring
Jennifer McPeak, 35, was arrested by Yavapai County Sheriff's Office for allegedly stealing more than $40,000 from a Black Canyon City business. Detectives say she deleted records and moved surveillance cameras to hide the theft.
Flagstaff: Pocket Fire Swells to 6,000 Acres, Brings Smoke and Flight Delays to Northern Arizona
The Pocket Fire near Sedona has grown to over 6,000 acres with zero containment, bringing smoke, air quality alerts, and flight delays to Flagstaff. Nearly 1,000 firefighters are battling the blaze as Red Flag Warnings remain in effect.
Sedona: Pocket Fire Doubles to 6,000 Acres as Residents Pack Belongings and Businesses Feel the Hit
The Pocket Fire north of Sedona has doubled to over 6,000 acres with zero containment. Nearly 1,000 firefighters are battling the blaze as residents in Kachina Village and Oak Creek Canyon prepare for possible evacuation.
Yuma: 13-Year-Old Driver Crashes Into Pole, Leads Police on Foot Chase With Handgun
A 13-year-old boy crashed a car into a utility pole in Yuma early Friday, then fled on foot with a handgun. Police recovered the weapon after a foot chase and treated both teens for minor injuries.
Surprise Activists File Petition to Disincorporate the City Over Planned ICE Detention Center
Activists have filed a petition to disincorporate the City of Surprise over a planned ICE detention center. Organizers must gather 70,000 signatures in 180 days to force a vote by the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.
Peoria Police Search for Endangered 17-Year-Old Teen With Mental Health Conditions
Peoria police are searching for 17-year-old Indiya Fabela, classified as an endangered missing juvenile due to known mental health conditions. She has been missing since June 26.
Tempe City Council Unanimously Adopts 2026-27 Property Tax Ordinance, Signals $462,000 Levy Increase
Tempe City Council unanimously voted 7-0 to adopt the fiscal year 2026-27 property tax ordinance, approving a primary levy increase projected to raise $462,000 for the general fund.
Gilbert: Nearly $500,000 Water Audit Finds 381 Residents Overbilled, But No Systemwide Failures
An independent audit of Gilbert's water billing system found 99.5% accuracy but identified 381 residential accounts that were potentially overbilled. The $500,000 review examined 93,000 accounts over six years.
Glendale: Man Faces Murder Charge After Allegedly Running Over Elderly Woman During Purse Snatching
Ali Hchaimi, 23, faces first-degree murder charges after prosecutors say he ran over an elderly woman during a purse snatching in Glendale. He allegedly committed a second robbery targeting an elderly victim just five days earlier.
Scottsdale: City Issues 56 Charges in May Crackdown on Short-Term Rental Parties and Crime
Scottsdale police issued 56 charges and citations in May tied to short-term rental activity, including a shooting at an Old Town Airbnb. City leaders say they are cracking down on bad actors, but some residents remain skeptical.
Chandler: Internal Emails Show City Reassured Police Chief on Residency as Voters Face Rule Change
Internal emails show Chandler leadership reassured Police Chief Bryan Chapman he met residency rules while a charter committee worked on changes now heading to November voters. A tipster alleges the chief's Chandler rental is occupied by his son.
Mesa Man in Critical Condition After Tampering With SRP Substation Near Elliot Road
An unidentified man is in critical condition after being electrocuted while tampering with equipment at an SRP substation near Everton Terrace and Elliot Road in Mesa. Federal agencies are investigating.
Tucson: Second Ransom Note Claims Savannah Guthrie's Mother Died in Kidnapping
A second ransom note in the kidnapping of Nancy Guthrie, mother of Today host Savannah Guthrie, claims the 84-year-old died after being abducted from her Tucson home. No arrests have been made five months later.
Phoenix: Father Mourns Pregnant Daughter and Unborn Son After Boyfriend Allegedly Runs Red Light
A Phoenix father is mourning his pregnant 19-year-old daughter and her unborn son after a fatal crash caused when the driver allegedly ran a red light. Police say no charges have been filed yet.
Lake Havasu City: Four Charged in $742,000 Jewelry Store Burglary Ring
Four people have been charged in connection with two Lake Havasu City jewelry store burglaries that netted $742,000 in stolen merchandise. Police also seized more than 2 pounds of methamphetamine and other drugs during the investigation.
Prescott: 11 Arrested, 101 Drivers Stopped in Major SR-69 Crackdown
Eleven drivers were arrested and 101 stops were made during a multi-agency traffic enforcement operation on State Route 69 near Prescott. Officers from Prescott Valley, Prescott, Chino Valley, and the Arizona DPS participated in the crackdown following resident complaints.
Prescott: 11 Arrested, 101 Drivers Stopped in Major SR-69 Crackdown
Eleven drivers were arrested and 101 stops were made during a multi-agency traffic enforcement operation on State Route 69 near Prescott. Officers from Prescott Valley, Prescott, Chino Valley, and the Arizona DPS participated in the crackdown following resident complaints.
Flagstaff Voters to Decide $40 Million Public Safety Bond and Tax Hike in November
Flagstaff City Council called a special election for November 3 that will ask voters to decide on a 0.5 percent sales tax increase and a $40 million bond to fund public safety positions and infrastructure.
Sedona: Pocket Fire Evacuation Orders Relax as Officials Warn of Longer Fight
Evacuation orders in Oak Creek Canyon near Sedona are relaxing to SET status as more than 600 firefighters battle the 257-acre Pocket Fire. Officials warn the fight will last longer due to steep terrain and incoming thunderstorms.
Yuma City Council Candidate Henry Valenzuela Challenges $18 Million Hotel del Sol Plan
Retired Yuma police lieutenant Henry Valenzuela is running for city council on a platform of affordability and neighborhood preservation, challenging an $18 million Hotel del Sol redevelopment plan.
Peoria Police Close Liberty High Wrestling Hazing Investigation With No Charges
Peoria police closed their investigation into sexual hazing allegations at Liberty High School's wrestling program without filing criminal charges after a 10-month probe. Five families have filed notices of claim ahead of potential lawsuits against the district and coach.
Tempe: 20-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed After Camaro Driver Fails to Yield Near Kiwanis Park
A 20-year-old motorcyclist died after a Camaro failed to yield while exiting Kiwanis Park in Tempe. The driver was arrested on suspicion of impairment.
Gilbert: $81.6 Million Cash Sale Sends Alta Rise Apartments to Global Investor DWS Group
Wood Partners sold the 278-unit Alta Rise apartment complex in Gilbert to DWS Group for $81.6 million in an all-cash deal. The price works out to roughly $293,525 per unit for the new construction community at McQueen and Elliot Roads.
Glendale: Man Charged with Murder After Running Over Elderly Woman During Purse Snatching
Ali Hchaimi, 23, faces first-degree murder charges in Glendale after prosecutors say he ran over an elderly woman during a purse snatching, killing her in front of her husband.
Scottsdale: Councilman Barry Graham Accuses Axon PAC of Attacking His Reelection Bid
Scottsdale Councilman Barry Graham accuses Axon Enterprises of using PACs to influence the city council race. Axon denies direct involvement. The feud centers on a controversial development deal in North Scottsdale.
Three Teens Indicted in Chandler Home Invasion That Left Elderly Man Beaten and Daughter Shot
Three teenagers were indicted on felony charges after a Chandler home invasion left an elderly man pistol-whipped and his daughter shot. Three additional men face charges for allegedly helping suspects flee to Mexico.
Mesa: Teen Suicide Rate Declines as New Screening Efforts Catch at-Risk Youth Earlier
A new JAMA report shows teen suicide rates are declining in Arizona. Mesa advocates and Phoenix Children's Hospital credit better screening and open conversations for the shift.
Tucson: Former University of Arizona Football Player Arrested in Manslaughter Death of Psychiatric Hospital Patient
Bryce Nolan Coleman, 28, a former University of Arizona football player and Sonora Behavioral Health employee, turned himself in on a manslaughter charge in the October 2025 death of patient Bluesky D. Thomas, who died from blunt force injuries after an altercation with staff.
North Phoenix Bar Fight Leaves Man Critically Injured and a Waymo Vehicle Damaged
A man sustained life-threatening injuries after a fight outside the Dubliner Irish Pub in north Phoenix early Sunday. A Waymo self-driving vehicle was also damaged during the altercation.
Lake Havasu City Woman Faces Seven Misdemeanor Charges After Removing Political Signs for Seven Candidates
Lisa Priester, 65, was arrested in Lake Havasu City and charged with seven Class 2 misdemeanors after police say she removed campaign signs for seven candidates. She was released on her own recognizance.
Prescott Valley: Scottsdale Developer Buys Stalled 200-Acre Community for $9.8 Million, Plans 1,100 Homes
Scottsdale-based Hunn Development Co. bought the final 200 acres of the stalled Viewpoint master-planned community in Prescott Valley for $9.8 million. The company plans to invest $100 million to build roughly 1,100 homes.
Pocket Fire Forces Evacuations in Oak Creek Canyon North of Sedona
The Pocket Fire has burned 500 acres with zero containment near Sedona. Evacuations are in effect in Oak Creek Canyon. State Route 89A is closed. A historic family-run resort faces the threat as crews battle steep terrain and drought conditions.
Flagstaff: Pocket Fire Forces Evacuations and Closes SR 89A Between Flagstaff and Sedona
The Pocket Fire has grown to 500 acres north of Sedona, forcing mandatory evacuations in Oak Creek Canyon and closing State Route 89A between Flagstaff and Sedona. About 200 firefighters are battling the blaze.
Yuma Doctor Dr. Irfan Fazil Arrested in $36 Million Fraud Scheme With Alleged Drug Cartel Ties
Yuma nephrologist Dr. Irfan Fazil was arrested on a $50 million bond after prosecutors accused him of a $36 million Medicaid fraud scheme with alleged ties to Mexican drug cartels. Patients at his Bio Family Clinic are left unsure about their medical care.
Surprise: Man Arrested After Allegedly Setting Ex-Girlfriend's Home on Fire While She Was Inside
A 56-year-old man was arrested in Surprise after allegedly setting his ex-girlfriend's home on fire while she was inside. She escaped through flames as police arrived around 3 a.m. Thursday. He faces attempted murder and arson charges.
Peoria: Autopsy Shows Veteran DPS Trooper Kelly Sullivan Was Drunk in Fatal Motorcycle Crash
Autopsy records show veteran Arizona DPS Trooper Kelly James Sullivan had a blood alcohol level of 0.182 when he died in a solo motorcycle crash in Peoria in April.
Gilbert Strip Mall Reopens After Emergency Evacuation Over Collapsing Foundation
A Gilbert strip mall at 1111 North Gilbert Road reopened June 16 after an emergency evacuation over foundation failures. Fire inspectors found load-bearing walls separating, prompting a full closure that lasted more than two weeks.
Glendale: Judge Orders Reinstatement of Councilmember Lupe Conchas After Illegal Removal
A judge ordered Glendale to reinstate Councilmember Lupe Conchas after finding his removal illegal. The dispute centers on a $60 SRP per diem and overlaps with an Attorney General investigation into a $900 monthly council stipend.
Scottsdale: Mayor Borowsky’s Former Chief of Staff Seeks $1.5 Million as City Rejects Claim
Scottsdale rejected a $1.5 million claim from Mayor Lisa Borowsky's former chief of staff R. Lamar Whitmer, who plans to sue the city over his firing. Whitmer was dismissed after an investigation found he tried to use his position to avoid a parking ticket.