Downtown Chandler to host 1st Rocktoberfest with beer, brats, bands
PHOENIX — SanTan Brewing Company and Huss Brewing Co. are partnering to host the first Rocktoberfest in downtown Chandler this fall, the companies announced. The two-day event combines classic Oktoberfest traditions with rock ‘n’ roll for a blend of live music, craft beer and competitions. “We’ve taken...
ASU’s military student population continues to grow | Care Force
More than 1 in 10 students at Arizona State University has a military affiliation, and those numbers are growing. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the story for this edition of Care Force.
2 overheated hikers rescued off same Camelback Mountain trail a day apart
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Two people were rescued off of the same Phoenix trail as the Valley grapples with extreme heat this weekend. On Saturday, around 11 a.m., Phoenix fire crews responded to Cholla Trailhead at Camelback Mountain for reports of a hiker experiencing heat-related issues. Firefighters say the woman...
4 Arizona Grocery Stores That Ace The Meat Counter & 4 That Totally Drop...
When it comes to finding quality cuts of meat in Arizona, not all grocery stores are created equal. I’ve spent years hunting for the perfect ribeye and mouthwatering brisket across the Grand Canyon State. Some butcher counters consistently impress with their selection, quality, and service, while others leave...
BNSF gets third rezoning delay for rail hub project amid growing resident opposition in...
BNSF Railway Co.’s planned multibillion-dollar rail hub project north of Phoenix, which has faced ongoing delays and resident opposition since the process for rezoning began last year, has more hurdles to face. On Aug. 20, BNSF received approval to delay a rezoning vote through the Maricopa County Board of...
Millions in West facing dangerous heatwave amid multiple wildfires
Parts of California, Oregon and Washington state will experience extreme heat at least through Tuesday, forecasters said.
Mesa-ICE agreement under fire
Residents lately have approached Mesa City Council asking that it sever the agreement the Police Department has with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. At issue is the 287 (g) program, where state and local law enforcement partner with ICE to enforce federal immigration laws. For over a decade, police have...
AHS receives grant to help struggling owners care for senior dogs
PHOENIX — The Arizona Humane Society (AHS) became one of 119 animal shelters across the country to earn funding to support its local senior dog caretakers. The Grey Muzzle Organization, an entity that exists to give senior dogs a second chance, selected AHS among 440 applicants and will distribute money from a pool...
Phoenix mother, daughter start portable AC business
A year ago, when ASU graduate and Scottsdale native Hannah Perrine experienced issues with her air conditioning, she wasn’t sure where to turn. She had multiple professionals come out to look at it, and she was told it would take four days to fix. It came at an inconvenient time: Temps were around 115 degrees, and...
Plans for new freeway east of Downtown Phoenix in the works
PHOENIX — Chase Estes, Steadfast Farm Operator, commutes from Gold Canyon to East Mesa every day. “The growth has been explosive," Estes said. Neighbors like Estes'—in Apache Junction, Queen Creek, San Tan Valley, and south to Eloy—are forced to plan for more daily headaches on the road, as more homes are built east...