Phoenix Fire Department announces death of longtime firefighter
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Fire Department is mourning the death of a longtime firefighter, Capt. Luke Moran. “Capt. Moran served our community with dedication, professionalism, and heart for more than 20 years. We extend our thoughts and support to his family, friends and fellow firefighters during this difficult time,”...
East Valley city rejects proposed data center; deadly shooting at Ahwatukee apartments l Morning...
From an East Valley city rejecting a controversial plan to build a massive data center to a homicide investigation at an Ahwatukee apartment complex, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 12. 1. Chandler says no to massive data center. What we know:...
Arizona city unanimously rejects AI data center after residents’ outcry
The Chandler, Arizona, city council unanimously voted against clearing the way to allow for construction of an artificial intelligence data center
Phoenix Zoo giving trafficked animals another chance at life
The Phoenix Zoo has teamed up with a group to provide a second chance at life for animals that were housed or brought to the United States illegally. The Wildlife Confiscation Network has teamed up with the zoo and has seen growing demand since its launch two years ago. Certain species are appearing more frequently...
Man sentenced to 45 years for deadly attack on Phoenix construction crew
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man will spend 45 years behind bars for a deadly attack against a construction crew in Phoenix almost four years ago. Zachery Shropshire, 36, shot and killed Alvaro Briceno Quezada on March 10, 2022, after opening fire on a construction crew that was remodeling an apartment in Phoenix.
Teenager missing from north Phoenix for three weeks
The family of a missing Phoenix teenager is asking for the public’s help to find their son after he went missing three weeks ago.
Buc-ee’s reportedly has opening date in mind for 1st Arizona location
PHOENIX – We’ve got good news and bad news for Buc-ee’s fans who are anxiously waiting for the iconic travel center’s Arizona debut. We’ll start with the good: The Texas-based chain reportedly has an opening date in mind for its massive West Valley gas station and convenience store.
Where does Phoenix rank among Top 100 housing markets for 2026?
Realtor.com®‘s annual ranking of the Top Housing Markets for 2026 shows a notable geographic shift from a year ago: while last year’s top metros were concentrated in the South and West, the markets projected to see the strongest combined growth in home sales and prices in 2026 are now overwhelmingly in the Northeast...
Chandler Residents Rally Against $2 Billion Data Center Amid Environmental and Resource Concerns
Chandler's city council chamber was charged with tension as residents filled the room, anxiously awaiting a decision on the fate of a proposed $2 billion data center. Officials had to, somehow delicately navigate the needle between technological progress and the preservation of local resources. The waterfront was a...
Gilbert police accused of lying about crime stats
A former Gilbert councilman is claiming the police department manipulated crime stats 10 years ago so it would be one of the safest cities in America. Current town leaders pushed back on the claims, saying the town always followed the law. Austin Walker breaks down the allegations and how the reputation came at a cost.

















