Duo wanted for scouting, burglarizing Phoenix homes
Phoenix Police are searching for a man and woman they believe targeted homes to rob, between the 7th and 20th streets and Glendale Avenue.
Scottsdale mayor’s chief of staff fired over unprofessional behavior, insubordination and more, report details
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky's chief of staff, R. Lamar Whitmer, has been fired over multiple concerning allegations made against him, according to an investigative report obtained by 12News. Borowsky said she was notified of Whitmer's termination by city management after a 65-day investigation....
Motorcyclist dead, another driver seriously hurt after crash in north Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A motorcyclist is dead, and another driver is seriously hurt after a crash in north Phoenix Saturday. Just after 3 p.m., officers responded to a crash near 7th Street and Union Hills Drive. When the officers arrived, they found a motorcyclist who was unresponsive. He was...
Chandler motorcyclist dies after road rage incident, family says
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — The family of a motorcyclist police say was intentionally run down in Chandler this week is speaking out as their loved one was taken off life support late Saturday night. Dezjon Hamilton, 21, is brain dead with no brain function following a confrontation last Wednesday...
10 Mom-and-Pop Spots in Arizona Where Locals Go When They’re Craving a Proper Homemade...
Arizona has a quiet pie scene that locals guard like a family recipe, and it is absolutely worth your fork. These small, independent kitchens bake with intention and pride, turning fruit, nuts, and cream into slices that stop conversations. You will find flaky crusts, friendly counters, and that feeling of...
Gilbert police arrest suspect in home invasion stabbing
A man accused of stabbing a homeowner earlier this week near downtown Gilbert has been arrested. Jose Casimiro Ramirez, 45, was taken into custody in connection with the case in which police say he forced his way into a home and later stabbed a man.
After ‘Mama Dee’ Dies On Camelback, Phoenix Street Teams Race To Beat The Heat
Volunteers across Phoenix are scrambling to ramp up street outreach as an early heat wave pushes highs into the triple digits, following the death this week of a woman many in the outreach community knew as “Mama Dee.” Her passing on Camelback Road, reportedly just weeks before she was set to enter a housing program,...
After going missing for days, Tempe man’s cause of death revealed
The cause and manner of death for Tempe resident Michael Bayne, who went missing in February, have been released. Bayne, 32, was found dead on Feb. 20 near Center Street and McKellips Road by Tempe police detectives, according to Mesa police. He was last seen around 9:40 a.m. on Feb. 16 near Mesquite Circle and Curry...
Investigation underway after body found in Tempe Town Lake
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — Authorities are investigating after a body was found Saturday morning in Tempe Town Lake. Just before 9:30 a.m., first responders were called to the area near the Mill Avenue bridge after a witness reported seeing a body floating in the lake. Police said the body...
Chandler event renamed following rape allegations against Cesar Chavez
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — A Chandler community event originally planned to honor César Chávez was renamed following rape allegations against the civil rights leader. The event, originally called Noche Illuminada: A Tribute to César Chávez, moved forward with a new purpose to honor the community coming together in...

















