Twilight At The Lost Dutchman, Apache Junction, Arizona, USA
The shot is a two-shot taken on the same day and in the same setting, with the exception of the moon, which was exposed at 1/125th and combined in Photoshop. I have seen dozens of images of the Lost Dutchman, located in the Superstition Mountains near Apache Junction, just outside of Phoenix, Arizona. My daughter...
Profiles in Courage: When Mayors Choose Constituents Over Corporate Pressure
Sometimes the measure of leadership isn’t found in what you approve, but in what you have the courage to oppose. The contrast between Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke’s decisive rejection of an unpopular AI data center and Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s handling of the unpopular Axon development reveals two...
Gilbert Town Council Proposes Water and Waste Rate Increases Amid Infrastructure Woes
On Tuesday, Gilbert Town Council unanimously passed a Notice of Intent signaling potential increases in water, solid waste, and recycling fees for both residential and commercial customers. This step addresses the financial demands of refurbishing the aging infrastructure and maintaining a reliable water supply...
Lucas Miles to Newsmax: AmFest Honors Charlie, While Looking Ahead
Lucas Miles to Newsmax: AmFest Honors Charlie, While Looking Ahead
Chances of rain in store for Christmas week in Phoenix-area
Chances of rain begin starting on Christmas Eve across the Valley as a low-pressure system moves in from the West Coast. Paul Horton has our latest forecast.
Firefighters battle two first-alarm fires in north Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Firefighters had a busy day to start the weekend after extinguishing two first-alarm fires in north Phoenix on Saturday. Around 6 a.m., Phoenix firefighters first received reports of smoke and flames coming out of a building near 15th Avenue and Deer Valley Road. The response was upgraded to a...
All clear given after reports of active shooter on Luke Air Force Base
Officials gave the all clear and lifted a shelter-in-place after reports of an active shooter on Luke Air Force Base. Micaela Marshall has the latest update.
Motorcyclist dead, driver hospitalized after crash in West Valley
PHOENIX — A motorcyclist is dead and another driver is in the hospital after a crash in the West Valley on Saturday morning, authorities said. According to the Surprise Police Department, the collision was between a motorcycle and SUV and occurred before 11:28 a.m. It closed westbound Bell Road...
Dog Arrives At Arizona Shelter In Heartbreaking Condition But Refuses To Give Up
A dog’s life revolves around the person they trust most, returning constant loyalty and love without hesitation. The dogs who truly thrive are the ones tucked into safe homes, surrounded by people who care for them deeply. Sadly, that kind of life is becoming rare. Too many dogs are...
Commercial building fire prompts defensive operation in north Phoenix
Phoenix firefighters were called out early Saturday morning after flames and heavy smoke were reported coming from a commercial building near 7th Avenue and Deer Valley Drive.

















