Bustling Phoenix suburb named biggest ‘boomtown’ in Arizona
When the millennium began, Queen Creek was a tiny rural outpost of about 4,000 people on the edge of the Phoenix metro area. Visiting it was a hike, and once you were there, it hardly felt like you were in the Valley at all. Indeed, part of Queen Creek sits in Pinal County.
Phoenix Community Breathes Sigh of Relief as Missing Macaw Atlas Found Safe Near Home
Relief swept through a north Phoenix neighborhood as a missing Scarlet Macaw named Atlas was found safe just a short distance from home. According to FOX 10 Phoenix, the bird, which is free-flight trained and microchipped, took flight on Monday, around 2:30 p.m. near 43rd Avenue and Cactus Road. The...
1 hospitalized, several people detained after stabbing in Phoenix
PHOENIX — One person was taken to the hospital following a stabbing in Phoenix on Tuesday afternoon. Officers were called to the area of 24th Avenue and Thomas Road around 1:40 p.m. Tuesday for reports of a stabbing, according to Phoenix police. A man was found suffering from a...
Kyrene School Board asks for multiple options ahead of anticipated school closure vote
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — On Tuesday, the Kyrene School Board held a study session that lasted nearly three hours to discuss the district’s Long Range Plan, which, at this point, includes closing several schools. Arizona’s Family has reported on the decision looming over the Kyrene School District, which...
Ariz. Woman Allegedly Slit Sleeping Boyfriend’s Throat on Thanksgiving, Called 911 and Said, ‘Today...
An Arizona woman is facing serious charges after allegedly trying to cut her boyfriend’s throat on Thanksgiving. Tamala Rudeseal, 52, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and aggravated assault in connection with the incident, ABC15 reported. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office said in a statement that her...
Major road closed, 3 hurt after truck crashes into wall in north Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A busy stretch of road in north Scottsdale is closed after a truck hit a residential yard, leaving three people hurt Tuesday morning. Both directions of Cactus Road are closed after Scottsdale police and firefighters responded to 74th Street and Cactus Road around 11:30 a.m. for reports of...
Motorcycle rider dead after crash in Mesa
PHOENIX — A motorcyclist is dead after a crash with a van in Mesa, according to officials with the city's police department. >> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight to your phone. The intersection of Broadway and Sossaman roads is closed while officials investigate...
Phoenix Police Issue SAFE Alert for Missing 66-Year-Old Ricardo Gibson Amidst Medical Concerns
The Phoenix Police Department has issued a SAFE Alert for 66-year-old Ricardo Gibson, reports say. Mr. Gibson, who is reported missing since November 27, 2025, was last seen in the vicinity of North 30th Street and East Sweetwater Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona. He is described as a Hispanic or Latino male, 5 feet 10...
Mesa Community on Alert as Police Seek Shooter of Teen Near Gilbert Road
Mesa, Arizona, remains on edge as local authorities continue their search for the individual responsible for shooting a 16-year-old boy on Sunday afternoon. The incident, which shook the community near Gilbert Road and Main Street, left the teen hospitalized but thankfully conscious and alert. As detailed by ABC15,...
Intense Debate: Fatal Bicycle Accident Reported in Creek Creek, According to Police
12news.com - 11/28/2025 08:04:00 PM. A tragic accident occurred in Queen Creek, Arizona, where a bicyclist was hit and killed in a late-night crash. The incident took place just before midnight on Combs Road, with the victim pronounced dead at the scene. The police have ruled out speed and impairment as factors for...

















