The Perfect Storm: RV/No. 22 Softball puts pieces together for ‘proud’ performance
TEMPE – The weather report for Sun Devil Softball’s 8-0 win over Pacific to close out the Littlewood Invitational on Sunday afternoon may have read 70 degrees with a slight breeze and the sun shining. But, on the field, Arizona State combined Kenzie Brown’s pitching elements with a combustible offensive lineup to...
EVIT fires new shot in war with 9 area districts
The East Valley Institute of Technology last week asked a judge to dispense with a hearing and use the court filings to decide the lawsuit filed by nine East Valley school districts against it. And according to the “motion for judgment on the pleadings,” EVIT said there’s only one way...
A new model for assisted living is emerging in Scottsdale
Not all assisted living homes begin with spreadsheets and strategic plans. Some begin with heartbreak. For Wanda Forden, the loss of her mother to dementia and the ongoing care of her uncle led her to imagine a different kind of place — one she wished had existed for her own family. In Arizona, where more than 650...
Prosecutors say gaming with possible Islamic extremists may have fueled Scottsdale man’s violence
Prosecutors say 28-year-old Beau Lieurance, who reportedly pulled a gun on his mom and another man, may have acted out due to playing a violent video game with people possibly in North Africa with ties to Islamic extremists.
Mesa Marathon draws record turnout on Arizona’s 114th birthday
More than 11,000 people marked Arizona’s 114th birthday on Feb. 14 by participating in the Mesa Marathon, setting a new attendance record for the event. The marathon sold out registrations in all four distances—the marathon, half marathon, 10K and the free Kids 1K run—according to a press release.
Valley community college launches 6 new cannabis career certificates
PHOENIX — Metro Phoenix students who have the munchies for knowledge have something fresh on the menu: GateWay Community College is launching six new online Cannabis Career Certificate programs. The college, part of the Maricopa Community College system, first introduced cannabis business training in 2020. Its latest...
Mayor Wheatley readies her annual cheer for Queen Creek
Talk with Julia Wheatley and you’ll quickly figure out the tenor of the Queen Creek mayor’s upcoming State of the Town address. “We have a lot of bragging rights,” Wheatley said. “It’s our time to show off.”. The State of the Town event is scheduled...
11 Buffets In Phoenix, Arizona That Are Absolutely Worth The Wait In 2026
I believe the purest form of Arizona hospitality is found at a buffet. It’s that “take what you need, leave room for joy” spirit, plated up under one roof. Whether it’s a post-hike recovery mission or a bustling family reunion, there’s something deeply communal about loading up your plate while sharing stories.
Police search for missing man with medical condition in Mesa
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Authorities are searching for a man who went missing this weekend in the East Valley. Mesa Police issued a SAFE Alert for 67-year-old Marcos Castillo-Luna, who was last seen on foot near Mesa Drive and McKellips Road around 10 a.m. on Sunday. Police said Castillo-Luna...
Fiery crash shuts down Tempe intersection
A bad crash shut down the intersection of Mill and Southern Avenues in Tempe on Feb. 16. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has the details.

















