Prosecutors to seek death penalty against man over New River pastor’s murder
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Prosecutors have filed an intent to seek the death penalty against the man charged in the death of William “Pastor Bill” Schonemann in what police said was a religiously motivated attack. Court records show that the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office entered its notice of...
Human trafficking a problem in Arizona, expert says
Human traffickers love Arizona, Karen Cahn, with the Safe Action Project, told a crowd of about 75 people at the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce's Breakfast with a Side of Community Safety
Layoff notice issued by Arizona Autism, hundreds of employees may be affected
PHOENIX — Arizona Autism, a provider offering therapeutic services to children with autism, has recently filed a layoff notice that may impact hundreds of workers. On Oct. 30, the Phoenix-based organization submitted a WARN notice signaling that up to 2,792 of its employees may be affected by a reduction in the...
ICE officer shoots illegal immigrant during Phoenix traffic stop gone wrong, both hospitalized
ICE officer and Honduran man injured in Phoenix shooting during traffic stop. Jose Garcia-Sorto hospitalized in stable condition after Interstate 17 incident.
With SNAP in limbo, low-income Arizonans worry about their next meal
A 68-year-old grandmother leaned against the metal railing near the entrance of Arizona’s Department of Economic Security building in downtown Phoenix to support her ailing back. In less than two days, the benefits allocated from this building that she counts on to feed her family were set to expire.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs frustrated about shutdown’s impact on social safety net
PHOENIX – Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said she was “frustrated” and “angry” about how the federal government shutdown is causing the nation’s social safety net to fray. “And I am so incredibly frustrated by the dysfunction in Washington and these politicians who don’t care...
Police investigating deadly shooting in southwest Phoenix
PHOENIX – An investigation is underway after a man was killed in a shooting in southwest Phoenix on Thursday night, authorities said. Officers responded to a call about shots fired in the area of 41st Avenue and Buckeye Road around 11 p.m., according to the Phoenix Police Department. They...
Man dies in collision with vehicle in north Phoenix
Phoenix Police detectives are investigating a north valley collision that left an 84-year-old man dead Thursday night according to a release.
Melinda’s Alley in Phoenix said to be haunted by murdered woman
The alleyway next to the Renaissance Hotel, known as Melinda's Alley, features a large mural of Melinda Curtis, who supposedly haunts the area.
Town Manager Patrick Banger to Depart Gilbert in January 2026; Transition Plan Announced for...
The Town of Gilbert has announced that Town Manager Patrick Banger will leave his position to become the City Manager for Glendale. Banger’s last day in Gilbert will be January 2, 2026. He has served as Town Manager since 2011, overseeing a period of growth and change for the community.

















