Scottsdale Jewish community celebrates first night on Hanukkah
Hanukkah is an eight-day celebration that marks the re-dedication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. Jason Barry takes a look at celebrations in Scottsdale.
Police investigate after person found dead in Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A person was found dead in the Camelback East area of Phoenix overnight, and now police are trying to piece together what happened. Officers responded to a Circle K gas station parking lot at 44th Street and Van Buren Street just before 4 a.m. on Monday and found the person dead.
Man arrested in Gilbert shooting of 16-year-old
A 21-year-old man was arrested Sunday in connection with a shooting that critically injured a 16-year-old boy at a Gilbert home, police said. Rael Sanchez was taken into custody and booked into
Watch: Police, firefighters rescue stranded dog from Arizona canal
Police and firefighters in Arizona teamed up to rescue a dog found to have fallen into a Tempe canal and couldn't find its own wat out of the water.
The best secondhand stores in Phoenix
Arizona has more than 3,000 used goods stores, according to IBISWorld. The big picture: There are many niches in the resale space — luxury, collector items, furniture, kids stuff, etc. — and every thrifter seems to have a favorite spot. Zoom in: Ana Piña opened The Posh Revival...
Rafi Law Group Proudly Supports the 19th Annual Ton of Toys & Holiday Food...
At Rafi Law Group, community is at the heart of everything we do. That’s why Rafi’s Hope is honored to once again sponsor the 19th Annual Crisco’s Kids & JJO’s Ton of Toys and Holiday Food Drive + Distribution, a beloved Phoenix tradition that brings hope, comfort, and holiday magic to families who need it most. This...
Chandler man moving balloon fest back ‘home’
When the Arizona Balloon Classic lifts off Jan. 16-18 at the Wild Horse Pass Festival Grounds, it will feel a bit like a homecoming for event promoter Tim Matykiewicz of Ocotillo. Matykiewicz launched the very first Classic on the Gila River Indian Community land in 2011 on what was essentially...
Gilbert water, trash hikes appear inevitable
Short term impact for long-term sustainability. This was the key takeaway from a council retreat discussion last week between town officials and council members on a proposal to raise Gilbert’s water rate – an increase that appears inevitable for customers next year. Council discussed two options for raising...
911 callers in Phoenix will now being asked about mental health
Starting Monday, those who call 911 emergency in Phoenix will be asked if they need mental health services. Instead of just asking if emergency callers need police officers or fire fighters, Phoenix 911 dispatchers are now also asking if people need help with behavioral health. The goal is to reduce...
Mesa park leaders resign after investigation finds misconduct by Rangers
Two Mesa park leaders have resigned after an investigation into the Park Rangers found misconduct, according to a city press release.

















