Husband of ex-Phoenix news anchor sentenced to 10 years in loan fraud scheme
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The husband of a former Phoenix news anchor learned his punishment for taking part in an elaborate COVID-19 loan scheme alongside his wife. Nathan Reis was handed a 10-year prison sentence, the same amount as his wife, ex-KNXV employee Stephanie Hockridge. Reis was also ordered to pay back over...
The Massive Thrift Store In Arizona You’ll Want To Spend All Day Exploring
Ever had that moment when you stumble upon a place so unexpectedly magnificent that you want to text everyone you know immediately?. That’s the Goodwill on Alma School Road in Chandler – a thrifting paradise that transforms ordinary bargain hunting into an extraordinary adventure. Arizona has its share...
Deadly mobile home fire under investigation in Mesa
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Firefighters extinguished a mobile home fire in Mesa that turned out to be deadly early Thursday morning. The fire was reported around 4 a.m. at a mobile home park at Main Street and Hawes Road. A unit was fully burning when firefighters arrived. Shawn Gilleland,...
Arizona DEA seizes record fentanyl powder, up 79% from 2024
The Phoenix DEA division has seized a record amount of fentanyl this year, reporting a 79% increase in fentanyl powder from 2024 and noting that Arizona accounts for 60% of all fentanyl seized nationwide. DEA officials, including Assistant Administrator Cheri Oz, said the Sinaloa Cartel is using Arizona as a...
Why is a Mesa mall replacing its beloved double-decker carousel?
A popular metro Phoenix carousel is getting a big change. But it isn’t riding off into the sunset. After nearly 18 years in operation, the double-decker carousel at Superstition Springs Center in Mesa will be replaced with a single-level merry-go-round in spring 2026. Photos and videos shared online in...
Phoenix-area organization delivers shoes to homeless community
The Valley nonprofit Cloud Covered Streets handed out shoes and provided new clothes, a meal, showers and haircuts to those experiencing homelessness.
Woman Shares Stunned Reaction After a Literal Dust Bunny Emerges from Dryer Vent Hose...
A mother and daughter step in as unlikely heroes after a rabbit gets stuck inside a dryer vent hose, with video capturing the lighthearted rescue in Phoenix
Chandler woman pleads guilty in case involving 55 neglected dogs
The woman charged with more than 30 counts tied to the abuse and neglect of 55 dogs, some of which were found dead, pleaded guilty to four felony counts in Maricopa County Superior Court. Police searched the Chandler home of April McLaughlin in September 2023 and found dozens of dogs living in poor conditions that...
Gilbert moves toward raising water rates for third year in a row
On Tuesday, the Gilbert Town Council took a step toward increasing water rates for the third year in a row. The town adopted a notice of intent to increase rates starting in 2026. The council will consider two options. One would raise rates by 25% beginning in 2026. The other...
Arizona cartel associate sentenced for fentanyl trafficking in NEPA
A federal judge has sentenced the leader of a massive drug trafficking network that funneled lethal fentanyl from Mexican cartels into the streets of Northeastern Pennsylvania.

















