University of Arizona stabbing at campus library leaves woman in hospital, man in custody
PHOENIX — A woman is in the hospital and a man is in custody after a stabbing at a library on the University of Arizona’s campus on Tuesday afternoon. The stabbing took place at the university’s Main Library around 2:12 p.m., according to a community message the university issued.
12News uncovers reports made to DCS prior to 10-year-old’s murder
PHOENIX — Newly obtained public records reveal that Arizona’s Department of Child Safety had at least a dozen interactions with the family of 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste prior to her murder. Authorities allege the child was tortured and killed by her father and his girlfriend in northern Arizona. Baptiste...
Chicago officer files suit against Tempe over arrest for alleged squealing tires
A Chicago police officer has filed a lawsuit, alleging that his arrest was “unlawful” after he was taken to jail for allegedly squealing his tires.
Ahwatukee neighbors say complaints about trash-filled home went ignored
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A hoarding problem at an Ahwatukee home has sparked concern and frustration among neighbors after years of complaints, and the recent discovery of a body in the backyard. Drone footage taken of the property shows the piles of trash, rotting food, clothing, and other debris both...
Suspect arrested in theft of 2 Tempe photo radar signs
A 55-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the theft of two photo radar signs in Tempe, police said Tuesday. Sven Siverston was arrested Aug. 13 following an eight-day investigation
1 Student Dead, 1 Hospitalized After Stabbing at Phoenix High School
One student was fatally stabbed after a classroom fight escalated at Maryvale High School in Phoenix on Tuesday, Aug. 19, according to the Arizona Department of Education news release. Shortly before 11 a.m. local time, Phoenix police officers and fire crews responded to the high school. It remains unclear whether...
Phoenix wildlife rescue helps animals injured in wildfires, extreme heat
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The wildfires burning across Arizona have done more than scorch thousands of acres of land and destroy dozens of buildings. The fires have also put wildlife at risk, destroying habitats, while forcing thousands of birds and other creatures to find a new place to live. The extreme heat is also...
Check out the amazing atmosphere at Mel’s Diner | Rediscover Arizona
PHOENIX — Nostalgia is always on the menu at Mel's Diner in Phoenix!. Mel's isn't just your typical old-fashioned diner, it's a legendary pit stop that once served coffee, sass and catchphrases on the classic 1970s TV series, "Alice." You can't miss the TV show throwback "kiss my grits!" while you're there.
13-year-old Mesa boy shot during attempted robbery amid online sale meet-up
MESA, AZ — Mesa police say a young teen selling an item online was shot after allegedly robbing the buyer during the transaction Tuesday night. The incident occurred in the area of Stapley Drive and McKellips Road around 8 p.m. Police received reports of gunshots, including one caller who...
Boy walking with his mother dies after collision at McDowell Road
A boy died following a Monday collision as he was walking in front of his mother near 36 th Street and McDowell Road, police said Tuesday. The collision occurred just after 8 p.m. Aug. 18 near
