Phoenix’s overdose crisis is careening in the wrong direction
As much as anyone in Arizona, 40-year-old Rachel Combs has suffered the cruelty of America’s opioid crisis. Tragedy first struck the Kingman resident’s family in 2013, when her brother died of a drug overdose at 25 years old. She said her mother, Renee Brunhofer, battled chronic pain and fibromyalgia and started...
Two Teens Arrested for Alleged Scottsdale Home Invasion Disguised as Delivery Workers
Authorities Arrest Teens in Scottsdale Home Invasion Disguised as Delivery Personnel I still can’t get over how brazen this incident […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Gunfire By Avondale School Leaves Teen Critical, Triggers Lockdown
A 16-year-old boy was shot Monday afternoon near 116th Lane and W. Encanto Boulevard in Avondale and rushed to a hospital in critical condition after an exchange of gunfire, according to police. The shooter took off in a vehicle before officers arrived, leaving the teen badly wounded just steps from Canyon Breeze...
Librarian files claim against Mesa over peanut-sniffing dog ban
A city librarian wants $4,000 in damages from Mesa after her peanut-sniffing dog was banned from her job at the Dobson Ranch Branch. Attorney Joshua Black, who filed the claim on behalf of Joni Scofield, did not respond to questions. The claim says Scofield has worked for Mesa Public Library...
12 Iconic Arizona Drive-In Burgers That Still Hit The Spot
There’s something magical about pulling up to a classic drive-in, rolling down your window, and ordering a burger that’s been made the same way for decades. Arizona has kept this nostalgic tradition alive, and I’ve made it my mission to track down the best spots where you can still enjoy that perfect combination of...
Woman sentenced to jail months after deadly motorcycle crash in Gilbert
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — Gilbert police say the woman who hit and killed a motorcyclist late last year has pleaded guilty and is now serving jail time. Records showed 33-year-old Brandi Colangelo was booked into the Maricopa County jail on Monday for her 15-day sentence. Police said she pleaded...
Scottsdale Police identify 1 teen involved in alleged break-in
Two teens are accused of posing as delivery workers to break into a Scottsdale home on Saturday. Police identified one of the suspects as Jackson Sullivan.
Worker seriously hurt after falling at Chandler construction site
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — A man is in the hospital after first responders say he fell at a construction site in the East Valley Monday afternoon. Details are limited, but fire officials said they were called out to a rescue on Gilbert Road, just south of Queen Creek Road, around noon.
PD: Woman accuses husband of shooting at her, then turning the gun on himself
A man remains in critical condition after he allegedly fired a gun at his wife and later shot himself as Phoenix Police officers attempted to close in on his vehicle Monday afternoon near Union Hills Drive and 19th Avenue. Officers used a police helicopter and drones to track the unidentified...
Mother, daughter argument ends in stabbing in Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - An argument between a mother and daughter on Monday morning ended in a stabbing in Scottsdale, according to the police department. Around 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 2, police responded to a domestic dispute between a mom and her adult daughter near 68th Street and McDowell Road. The...

















