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A Valley Navy veteran who once faced homelessness is now paying it forward to other veterans in need by repairing bicycles and donating them to the same shelter that helped him in his time of need.

Those driving past the busy intersection of Seventh and Missouri avenues in central Phoenix were familiar with the bespectacled, bearded man who traveled in his motorized wheelchair to nearby shops. Abby Loar said neighbors and friends' parents would mention spotting her father, Rodger Loar, in between the daily...

Arizona might be famous for its stunning sunsets and desert landscapes, but locals know the real treasure lies in the smoky, finger-licking world of barbecue joints scattered across the state. These hidden gems don’t need flashy billboards or TV commercials to pack their dining rooms with hungry crowds....

MESA, Ariz. — The presence of a virus has prompted forest officials to close off equestrian access along the Lower Salt River. Starting Dec. 6, the Tonto National Forest will prohibit horses and donkeys from certain areas to protect them from the vesicular stomatitis virus. Forest officials said the restriction was...

A tragic event unfolded on Monday at the bustling Tempe Marketplace, where a shooting during an online sale left 19-year-old Dominic Baysinger dead. Fernando Gallegos, 20, is now facing charges for first-degree murder and armed robbery with a deadly weapon, according to AZ Family. Tempe Police Department detained...

(TNND) — Waymo self-driving cars are being investigated for driving around stopped school buses that had red lights flashing and stop arms deployed. Officials with the Austin Independent School District in Texas said they’ve been in communication with the company and have documented 20 incidents since the beginning...

In the heart of the Sonoran Desert lies a culinary contradiction that defies all geographical logic – Chula Seafood in Scottsdale serves seafood so fresh you’ll swear you can hear seagulls overhead. The modest storefront might not catch your eye, but the parade of satisfied customers exiting with...

According to Maricopa County Justice Courts, 84,000 evictions have been filed for so far in 2025. Alaina Kwan looks at some of the root causes of this issue.

MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — A driver is accused of being impaired behind the wheel after a crash left a motorcyclist dead earlier this year in Mesa. Danica Zunich, 59, was taken into custody on Thursday after being pulled over by authorities. Zunich was wanted on an active warrant stemming from the deadly crash and DUI...

PXU officials said a budget shortfall and declining enrollment is forcing 160+ positions to be eliminated. Micaela Marshall reports from Phoenix.