Valley man arrested in Tempe for allegedly concealing, disposing of child’s body
A Valley man was indicted earlier this month after allegedly concealing his child's body back in 2021. According to the August 10 indictment, 43-year-old George Alexander Braun allegedly moved a dead body or parts of a body with the intent to abandon or conceal it on or about May 27, 2021.
Newly surfaced video shows Arizona candidate handcuffed in 2020 traffic stop
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Newly obtained police body camera footage from a six-year-old traffic stop is raising new questions about an Arizona state lawmaker currently running for one of the state’s highest offices. The video obtained by Arizona’s Family shows Scottsdale police officers detaining Alexander Kolodin, who curr
Queen Creek Student Falls Ill After 20-Minute Bus Wait, Mom Demands Heat Rules
A Queen Creek mother is demanding statewide heat safety standards for students after her ninth-grade daughter got sick waiting roughly 20 minutes outside Crismon High School for a delayed school bus during an Extreme Heat Warning. Bianca Gilmore said her daughter came home flushed, asking for water, complaining of a he
Does the heat have you feeling down? Here’s how to beat the ‘August blues’
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — If the First Alert Weather Days and the extreme heat are getting to you and your mental health, you’re not alone. Doctors say the heat has a huge impact on our mental health, so Arizona’s Family spoke to a psychiatrist with Banner Health. Dr. Tyler Vestal calls this time period the “August blues.”
Flock contract cancellations grow among cities, other jurisdictions
"Recent cases involving the misuse of automated license plate reader systems in Arizona and nationwide have raised concerns about the risks that come with the technology."
Harkins Theatres to honor Dolly Parton with $6 tribute screenings
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Harkins Theatres is inviting Valley moviegoers to celebrate the life of a country music icon the way she’d probably love best: with popcorn, a big screen and a little Southern charm. This weekend, select Harkins locations will host special $6 tribute screenings of “Steel Magnolias”...
To really start over, formerly incarcerated women need jobs. Criminal records make it harder
When a woman is released from prison, the roadmap back is complicated. But to really start over, she needs a job. For women with a criminal record, that can be difficult. Mary Clifton is sitting in a portable building at Perryville prison in metro Phoenix. Her hair is tied back in two braids, and she’s wearing a bright
Most People Don’t Know About These 7 Amazing BBQ Joints Hiding In Arizona
Are there amazing BBQ joints hiding in Arizona that most people don’t know about?. These 7 BBQ joints are hiding incredible smoky flavors and unforgettable meals across the state!. 1. Big John’s Texas BBQ (Page) Page, Arizona gets plenty of attention for its stunning natural scenery, but there’s...
Dive bars in every state worth a visit
Dive bars in every state worth a visit Traveling across America these days can sometimes feel like a cultural blur. There’s the same fast-food and chain restaurants almost everywhere, and the same is true for […]
These Arizona restaurants made the Southwest’s first Michelin Guide
After months of anticipation and speculation, Michelin revealed its guide to dining in the Southwest on Wednesday night. Chefs and restaurateurs from around the Valley and the Southwest eagerly gathered at an invite-only ceremony at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas to learn who may receive a prestigious star. Several Ari
