Woman accused of running red light and killing man in central Phoenix
A young woman is accused of running a red light and causing a fatal crash in central Phoenix on Friday afternoon. Phoenix police arrested Selene Alexandra Garcia Telix, 18, after responding to a crash at 3rd Avenue and Indian School Road shortly after 1:30 p.m. When they arrived, they discovered that the other...
Scottsdale ranks 3rd happiest city in America; 5 other Arizona cities crack top 30
PHOENIX — Arizona cities dominated the top ranks of a new national happiness study, with Scottsdale finishing third among 182 U.S. cities and five other Arizona communities landing in the top 30. The WalletHub report evaluated cities across 29 indicators of well-being, including depression rates, income levels,...
Your guide to Chandler Ostrich Festival 2026: Tickets, concerts and more
When the Chandler Ostrich Festival returns from March 13 to 15 and March 20 to 22, the popular event will have a new place to roost. This year, the event moves to Rawhide Western Town and Event Center, which offers more room for the festival to spread its wings. The...
Apache Junction 47‑Acre Land Sale for $5.8M Could Spark Major Downtown Investment
A significant land transaction in the East Valley has the potential to reshape the future of Apache Junction’s downtown area — with 47.1 acres sold for $5.8 million in multiple deals this week. Downtown Apache Junction Development — What Comes Next?. The large property, straddling Idaho Road,...
Man seriously hurt after shooting in south Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man is in the hospital with serious injuries after he was shot in south Phoenix Tuesday evening. Just after 7:30 p.m., police were called out to a neighborhood near Seventh and Southern avenues. When officers arrived, they found a man who had been shot. He...
SAFE Alert canceled after missing 31-year-old Gilbert woman found safe
PHOENIX — Authorities canceled a SAFE Alert on Tuesday afternoon after a missing 31-year-old Gilbert woman was found safe. Sandra Solis was last seen leaving her home in the area of Higley and Chandler Heights roads using a rideshare service around 3 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, according to the initial alert from the...
Man accused of firing paintballs, BBs at north Phoenix mosque
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man has been taken into custody for allegedly firing paintballs and BBs at a north Phoenix mosque and community members over the weekend. Phoenix police confirmed Michael Dominguez, 30, was arrested Monday morning in connection to the alleged crime. On Saturday, around 2:30 a.m., officers...
Queen Creek, Gilbert firefighters complete captain’s training
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — After several months of training, the next generation of Arizona fire captains are ready to lead their crews!. Nearly two dozen East Valley firefighters completed their training at the captain’s academy. Fifteen firefighters from the Gilbert Fire Department and eight from Queen Creek Fire...
Leftover permit-tags remain for 2026 elk hunts
PHOENIX — Arizona hunters still have an opportunity to receive a hunt permit-tag for select 2026 elk hunts. The Arizona Game and Fish Department has posted a list of leftover hunt permit-tags, as well as a printable paper application, on its website. Leftover hunt permit-tags include:. 95 — limited...
Inside This Massive Arizona Antique Store, There’s a Hidden BBQ Restaurant
Tucked along North Arizona Avenue in Chandler, Merchant Square is one of those places you stumble into thinking you’ll spend twenty minutes and somehow end up staying for hours. With over 200 vendors packed into a sprawling indoor marketplace, this antique lover’s paradise is full of surprises at every turn.

















