‘I honestly feel disrespected’: Mesa High School student told she can’t wear military stole...
MESA, Ariz. — Graduation ceremonies are steeped in tradition. However, a longstanding tradition in Mesa is preventing students from displaying their military service stoles at graduation. Daniela Rascon-Rivas is set to graduate from Mesa High on Thursday will go straight to serving in the Arizona National Guard. Last...
Mesa Public Schools chief emailed critical parent’s employer
Parent Heather Austin last week accused Mesa Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Andi Fourlis of an underhanded tactic after she emailed her about the district’s curriculum. Austin wrote to Fourlis in April on her job’s email account, which the superintendent used against her. Fourlis is retiring June 30. “Dr....
One man dead, one in custody after shooting in Scottsdale neighborhood
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A shooting in a Scottsdale neighborhood has left one man dead and another in custody on Tuesday evening. It happened just after 4:30 p.m. at a house on Miller Road, which is east of Scottsdale Road and north of McDowell Road. The home is also just feet away from a Scottsdale Fire Station.
Silver Alert issued for missing 80-year-old man last seen in Mesa
PHOENIX — A Silver Alert has been issued for an 80-year-old man last seen in Mesa on Monday. David Terry, who is 6 feet tall and around 138 pounds, left on foot from the area of Pueblo and Crimson around 4:30 a.m., according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS).
Second park ranger resigns amid investigation into Mesa park rangers
A second Mesa park ranger has resigned this week following a criminal investigation into the unit amid allegations of targeting people experiencing homelessness and using racial slurs.
Alleged member of Kia Hyundai Boyz arrested in Scottsdale
A young Phoenix man, said to be a member of a criminal group called the Kia Hyundai Boyz, is under arrest. Police took 18-year-old Jashwa Hicks into custody on Friday in Scottsdale where they say he was seen getting out of a stolen car.
1 dead after motorcycle crash in East Valley
GILBERT, Ariz. — One person is dead following a traffic collision involving a motorcycle in Gilbert on Tuesday. The crash was reported at about noon in the area of Pecos and Higley roads. The motorcycle rider sustained injuries and died at the scene, according to Gilbert police. The car's...
What to know about the SHEIN limited-time pop-up store at Tempe Marketplace
Tempe Marketplace is bringing back the SHEIN limited-time pop-up store! The four-day shopping event will take place at the Rolling Rack Boutique.
Our Favorite Speakeasies and Cocktail Lounges of 2025…So Far
The Valley’s cocktail scene has been buzzing lately, with a new wave of lounges bringing fresh energy – and seriously delicious drinks – to Phoenix and Scottsdale. These are just a few of Arizona Foothills’ favorites, though not necessarily in order! From sleek hideaways to bold, mood-lit spaces, each one offers its...
Deadly motorcycle crush shuts down busy Gilbert intersection
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — Gilbert police say a busy intersection is closed after a crash left a motorcyclist dead Monday morning. Authorities say the crash happened just before noon at the intersection of Pecos and Higley roads. First responders arrived and began life-saving efforts, but the motorcyclist died at the...