What’s cooking in the kitchen at Arizona’s first Din Tai Fung; reservations open now
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — One of the Valley’s most-anticipated restaurant openings is just weeks away, and visitors are already securing their reservations!. Din Tai Fung, a Taiwanese chain famous for its soup dumplings, is opening its first Arizona location at Scottsdale Fashion Square on April 20. Reservations...
Phoenix body cam video shows armed man killed by his gun in struggle
Phoenix police released edited body camera video showing the moments before a suspect’s gun discharged during a struggle with officers. The incident began with a 911 call reporting a man with a gun near a park and young children on Feb. 23. Police say officers didn’t fire any of their guns.
Phoenix caterers recount violent robbery at their home
A Phoenix caterer says a masked gunman ambushed him in his own garage, struck him, and tied his hands with an electrical cord. His wife hid in a locked bathroom as the intruder demanded cash and fled with about $2,000. Molly McBride has the terrifying story as Phoenix police search for the suspect.
Cody Randee Vensor Jr., 33, missing from Apache Junction, police say
The Apache Junction Police Department is seeking the public's help in locating 33-year-old Cody Randee Vensor Jr. who is missing. There was an unconfirmed report that he may have been seen at
1 person in critical condition after shooting at Tempe motel
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — One person is fighting for their life after a shooting at a Tempe motel late Monday night. The shooting was reported at a Motel 6 near Roosevelt Street and Broadway Road, just east of Mill Avenue. While details remain limited at this time, police confirm one person was rushed to the hospital...
Of all the new metro Phoenix restaurants to try, eat at these 3 first
Every month, metro Phoenix’s dining scene shifts in small but meaningful ways. Now feels like the right moment to highlight a few places that have been pulling me back. Only one of these restaurants is a true newcomer, but the other two — both about a year old — have recently hit their stride, the kind of late bloom...
“Small-Format” IKEA Opening in Phoenix
A small-format IKEA is getting ready to open at the Village Square II shopping center at 4643 E. Cactus Road. The smaller store will still be 75,000 square feet. It’s taking over the spot formerly occupied by Hobby Lobby. The new look is a departure from their uniquely massive...
Ground stop issued at Phoenix Sky Harbor on Tuesday morning
According to an advisory from the Federal Aviation Administration, a weather-related ground stop was effective for departures "due to low ceilings" on Tuesday morning.
Child Miraculously Woke Up in Morgue Hours After Reportedly Drowning in Backyard Pool
Backyard pools can be a wonderful addition to a home, but they can also be dangerous , particularly for children. Pool safety is so important for families. If kids want to swim, then an adult must be there to supervise and minimize drowning risk. No exceptions. And if you own a pool, it’s important to make sure it is...
Moldy walls, warm fish: The worst Valley restaurant inspections of February
February is a short month. But this year, there was no shortage of unappetizing findings at Phoenix restaurants. Every month, health inspectors from the Maricopa County Environmental Services Department fan out around the Valley to check on restaurants, food trucks, markets and anywhere else that serves food. They...

















