City of Phoenix approves new rate hike for trash pickup
Phoenix residents are about to pay more for trash pickup, and the increases won’t stop this summer.
Cockroaches, food safety issues found at Valley eateries
Valley restaurants cited for cockroaches, bare-hand contact with seafood, unsafe food temperatures and improper handwashing.
More wind on the way, rain chances this weekend in Arizona
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Look for less wind and slightly cooler temperatures today in the Valley. Morning temperatures in the 60s will warm to 87 degrees this afternoon, which is average for this time of year. Slight warming is expected on Friday, pushing Phoenix temperatures into the low 90s during...
Phoenix air quality ranked among worst in US, report finds
The American Lung Association released its 2025 "State of the Air" report Wednesday, which states that the Phoenix metro area ranks 4th worst in the U.S. for ozone pollution.
You Haven’t Tried True Arizona Comfort Food Until You’ve Been Here
If you’re looking for the best comfort food in Arizona, then look no further than Tacos y Hotdogs Los Mayitos in Mesa and Phoenix. This family-owned business serves the very best Sonoran hot dogs in the state, and you’re going to love them. These hot dogs are made with love and perfection, and they’ll simply […]
Bodycam video shows Chandler police response to 2025 drowning at city pool
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — Body camera footage from Chandler police released Wednesday shows the response to a drowning at a city pool last summer. The video shows the investigation from moments after a 4-year-old boy was pulled from the water at the Hamilton Aquatic Center to follow-up interviews with witnesses, lifeguards and the boy’s family as investigators tried to answer how it...
A New 5,200-Square-Foot Dining Destination Is Opening in Scottsdale This May
Starfish Scottsdale to debut the expansion of Starfish Hospitality Group outside California, opening in McCormick Ranch.
Arizona School Aide Apprehended in Serious Misconduct With Multiple Felony Offenses Involving Minor
A former school aide in Arizona has been arrested and charged in a major case involving suspected misconduct with a student, raising concerns about school safety and accountability. According to court documents, Jessenia Rodriguez, 22, is facing four felony counts of inappropriate conduct with a juvenile and one count of...
South Phoenix playground fire under investigation by police
PHOENIX — An investigation has been opened after a south Phoenix playground was damaged by fire, according to officials with the Phoenix Police Department. Phoenix parks personnel called firefighters and police to report that the playground at Nevitt Park, near Baseline Road and 48th Street, had been damaged by a fire. Members of the Phoenix Fire Department Arson Task Force responded to the scene.
Roof fire closes popular Phoenix bagel shop
PHOENIX — Bagelfelds on 29th Street and Thomas Road has closed after an early morning fire damaged the building, the shop said on Instagram. Firefighters were called to the shop about 5:30 a.m. for a structure fire report, according to the Phoenix Fire Department. Arriving units found smoke coming...

















