Man found dead in car trunk after Phoenix hotel killing, police say
Phoenix police officers found a man dead in the trunk of a vehicle after reports of a homicide, spokesperson Sgt. Rob Scherer said. On March 28, a Phoenix police officer received information about a homicide in the area of 24th and Van Buren streets, Scherer said. The officer was told that a man had been killed and then placed in the truck of a vehicle...
Closing arguments underway in controversial Scottsdale murder case
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Closing arguments are underway in a high-profile 2015 Scottsdale murder case Monday amid controversy involving the state’s DNA evidence. Defense and prosecution are making their final arguments to the jury in the Ian Mitcham trial. He is accused of brutally murdering Allison Feldman in her own home.
Chandler man indicted for murder after alleged road rage incident
PHOENIX — A Chandler man has been indicted after a possible road rage incident where he allegedly intentionally rammed and killed a motorcyclist, according to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. Gustavo Gavia Elias was arrested after the March 18 crash near Ray and Alma School roads in Chandler. The...
These 7 Phoenix restaurants, bars and bakeries are now closed
We’re aiming to raise $10,000 by April 26. Your support ensures New Times can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print. In March, the Valley said goodbye to seven spots for food and drinks. Multiple restaurants closed their...
Suspect at large after woman shot near downtown Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Police are searching for a suspect after a shooting prompted a SWAT response near downtown Phoenix early Monday morning. It started shortly after 2:30 a.m., when first responders were dispatched to reports of a shooting near 29th Avenue and Polk Street, just north of Van Buren Street.
Arizona Hiker In Critical Condition After Being Stung More Than 100 Times
Experts say the attack wasn't out of character for the state's highly aggressive bee population.
Mystery Death Near 44th And Earll Rattles Phoenix Block
A quiet stretch near North 44th Street and East Earll Drive turned into an active investigation scene on Sunday morning, April 5, 2026, after Phoenix police found a man dead in the area. Crews from the Phoenix Fire Department arrived and pronounced the man dead at the scene. Officers noted there were no visible signs of trauma on the body, and the Maricopa County Office of...
Fry’s to pay $120,000 for allegedly refusing to provide ASL interpreter for deaf employee
PHOENIX, Arizona — Fry's Food Stores agreed to pay a $120,000 settlement after a lawsuit alleged that the employer failed to provide adequate accommodations for a deaf employee, according to Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes' office. The lawsuit alleged that a deaf employee for Fry's repeatedly asked for an...
Mesa Cops Hunt ‘Bathroom Window’ Victims After Disturbing Photo Bust
Mesa police are asking the public to help identify two possible victims who may have been secretly photographed through a bathroom window, after investigators uncovered a stash of images during a months-long case in east Mesa. The investigation began in February when a family reported seeing someone outside a...
These 7 One-Of-A-Kind Restaurants In Arizona Are Unlike Anything You’ve Ever Experienced
Looking for unique restaurants in Arizona that offer something special?. These 7 restaurants offer amazing food and experiences you won’t find anywhere else!. 1. Barleens Dinner Show (Apache Junction) You know what’s better than eating a good meal?. Eating a good meal while watching cowboys and cowgirls perform...












