Arizona man sentenced for trafficking 30+ pounds of methamphetamine
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — An Arizona man will spend five years in prison for trafficking over two dozen pounds of methamphetamine, officials say. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that Miguel Leon was sentenced to five years after being convicted of drug trafficking and weapons charges. Mayes’ office says on...
Thousands of citations issued in first month of Phoenix speed cameras being turned on
PHOENIX — It's been more than a month since Phoenix's new speed cameras have started issuing tickets and city officials have disclosed how many have already been sent out. On March 25, the warning period for the city's 17 photo safety cameras officially ended, meaning drivers would now be subjected to a possible citation if they were caught speeding.
Scottsdale faces four lawsuits over Learjet crash involving Vince Neil’s plane
The Scottsdale City Council is scheduled to vote this week on whether to fight a lawsuit filed by Mötley Crüe frontman Vince Neil's company over a plane crash last year.
Teen assaulted with gun near Phoenix park, police say
PHOENIX — Phoenix police officers responded to the area of Cave Creek Park-Cholla early Tuesday morning after a teen boy was injured during an altercation. At about 4 a.m. on May 5, police responded to 25th Avenue and Cholla Street for reports of a shooting. Upon arrival, officers found the scene, but the subjects involved had already left the area.
US Marshals operation finds 31 missing Arizona children
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Several children who were reported missing in Arizona were located in recent weeks during a federal operation. The U.S. Marshals Service carried out Operation Desert Dawn from April 13 to May 1, focusing on areas in the Valley with high concentrations of missing children and endangered runaways.
Teacher and Nurse Appreciation Week: Your guide to free food and deals in Phoenix
It’s a well-known fact that teachers and nurses are among the most important yet underpaid and often under-appreciated professionals. During Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4 through 8, and Nurses Appreciation Week, May 6 through 12, Valley restaurants are offering a small token toward what these dedicated folks deserve. But hey, maybe a free coffee will help get through that long shift or...
Family seeks justice one month after man dies in Mesa police custody
MESA, AZ — The family of 52-year-old Eric Baker is demanding justice one month after Baker died following an arrest near a Mesa intersection on April 4. Baker was taken into custody by Mesa police at the Buenas Apartments at University Drive and Dobson Road after officers reportedly noticed he did not have a working light on his bicycle and discovered a warrant...
Phoenix Fire paramedic indicted, accused of stealing fentanyl from department
The Maricopa County Attorney's Office indicted Anthony Amplo on one count of obtaining narcotic drugs illegally.
Dozens of teens detained after breaking into vacant Chandler home to throw party
CHANDLER, Ariz. — Dozens of teenagers were detained Friday night after police say they broke into a vacant home in Chandler and used social media to promote a party inside. The incident happened May 1 along Folley Place, near Gilbert and Williams Field roads. Video captured by neighbors shows a group of teens gathered outside the home, which has been listed for sale for more...
Dispute over $12.8 million lottery ticket heads to court as claim deadline nears
PHOENIX — A $12.8 million lottery ticket could become a worthless piece of paper on May 23 unless a judge intervenes. Circle K has asked a judge to stop the jackpot prize from expiring while the courts decide who legally owns the winning ticket. The convenience store chain filed...

















