Arizona bill could block Phoenix cart crackdown
Phoenix’s crackdown on abandoned shopping carts could soon be blocked by a bill sitting on the governor’s desk. The city says its ordinance has helped collect thousands of dumped carts, but the bill’s sponsor says businesses shouldn’t be charged when their property is stolen. Now, only a veto can stop the statewide cha
Supermarket chain Seafood City hiring more than 100 for first Arizona location
The Valley’s first Seafood City Supermarket is set to open later this summer at Chandler Fashion Center.
‘Wanted felon’ killed in shooting involving Phoenix Police officers
A suspect wanted for a sex crime against a child died Thursday night following a shooting involving Phoenix police officers, the department said. Authorities used a Grappler device to stop the suspect's car, a man between 50 and 60 years old, before the officer-involved shooting happened. The Arizona Department of...
Arizona budget proposal threatens millions in food assistance cuts
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — State lawmakers are voting on a budget proposal that could slash up to $10 million from social service programs, including food assistance, unemployment benefits and Meals on Wheels programs that serve seniors in need. The proposed cuts come as Arizona families are already reeling from federal...
Arizona ammo business creates anti-drone ammunition for U.S. military
An Arizona-based ammunition company has developed an anti-drone rifle cartridge designed to give American soldiers a more effective way to shoot down enemy unmanned aircraft systems. Drone Round Defense partnered with Freedom Munitions in Idaho to manufacture the multi-projectile ammunition, which functions inside a st
10 Arizona Towns Where American Homebuyers Could Feel the Next Housing Squeeze
Arizona’s housing market is not giving buyers one clean story. In some places, prices have...
3 seriously hurt in overnight crash in west Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Three people were hospitalized overnight after a head-on crash at the border of west Phoenix and Tolleson. Officers and firefighters responded to the crash between a pick-up truck and a sedan around 2:45 a.m. Thursday at 79th Avenue and Van Buren Street. When first responders arrived...
72-year-old woman walking to bus stop mowed down by drunk driver who left her...
A 72-year-old Arizona woman who was struck by an allegedly drunk and unlicensed driver while walking to a bus stop has died after spending nearly two months battling catastrophic injuries. The case has sparked outrage among friends and community members after investigators revealed that the driver admitted he knew he h
Juneteenth Phoenix 2026: Festivals, celebrations and events around the Valley
Juneteenth is being celebrated by communities across metro Phoenix this month with concerts, culural performances and events highlighting Black history and culture. Festivals, pageants and community gatherings take place in cities across the Valley, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Avondale and Chandler. Juneteenth is obse
Two Vietnam veterans gain new furry companions through Arizona nonprofit
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Two local Vietnam veterans were honored with service dogs through Fulton Homes and the Operation K9 Companion Program. Marine Corps veteran Wes Fortman is graduating from the program after he started training with his service dog, Ramon, earlier this year. Army veteran Tony Lee is returning...

















