Holocaust survivor Helga Melmed brings powerful message to Chandler
"Respect each other," Helga says. "Love each other. Do not hate. Discourage anyone from hating. Because love is better than hate."
Authorities Identify Three Killed in Fiery Wrong-Way Crash on Loop 202 in Mesa
Mesa, Arizona – Authorities have identified the three people who lost their lives in a fiery wrong-way crash on an East Valley freeway late last month, confirming that a wrong-way driver was among the victims. Crash Happened in Early Morning Hours. According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety,...
Chandler Police: 3 men charged in gun-threat mall incident
Chandler Police stated they arrested two men after a Monday, Jan. 5 evening incident at the city's largest shopping mall. Police stated, in a news release, that officers responded to a call at
Dogs rescued from disturbing conditions in Phoenix have new families
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — What started as a tragic Valley animal story now has the chance for a happy ending. Some of the pups rescued from a hoarding and abusive situation at a Phoenix apartment have their forever homes. Nine dogs were brought into the Arizona Humane Society in desperate...
This Arizona Cheeseburger Is So Iconic, Locals Call It a State Secret
There is a burger in Tempe that people whisper about like it is contraband. Walk up to the little A-frame on University Drive and the charcoal perfume hits first, then the sizzle tells you you are in the right place. The Chuckbox is cash only, no fuss, and completely unforgettable, which is exactly why locals guard...
The Hourly Wage You Actually Need to Afford a 2-Bedroom Apartment in Arizona (2026)
Fueled by a massive influx of tech giants (the "Silicon Desert" effect) and a housing inventory that can’t keep pace with migration, the Grand Canyon State has seen one of the fastest rises in housing costs in the nation. The "Housing Wage"—the amount a full-time worker needs to earn to afford a modest two-bedroom...
Police: Train derailment reported in West Valley
EL MIRAGE, Ariz. — Residents are being advised to avoid the area of Grand Avenue and Thompson Ranch Road for a reported train derailment, according to police. El Mirage police officers are in the process of responding to the scene. The westbound left and center lanes of Grand Avenue...
7 Arizona Spots Serving Southern-Style Comfort That Somehow Works in the Desert
Craving cornbread and collards under a blazing desert sky? Arizona quietly hides Southern comfort that somehow feels right at home among saguaros and sunset colors. You will find crispy chicken, smoky ribs, and buttery biscuits that taste like road trips and family memories. Let this list guide your next comfort...
9 Arizona Fried Chicken Restaurants Locals Say Are Worth The Drive
Arizona might be famous for deserts and triple-digit heat, but what if the state’s real obsession isn’t cacti or canyons at all?. From Nashville-style heat that makes you sweat to classic soul food that feels like a warm hug, Arizona locals know exactly where to go when the craving hits.
8 Beloved Arizona Mom-And-Pop Mexican Restaurants Locals Keep Coming Back To
What if some of Arizona’s best Mexican food isn’t found on busy strips or in flashy dining rooms?. What if it’s tucked inside small, family-run kitchens where recipes are passed down, not written down?. Across the state, mom-and-pop Mexican restaurants are quietly serving dishes that locals swear...
