Arizona police union alarmed after 7 officer-involved shootings in one week
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The Arizona Police Association sounded the alarm after seven officer-involved shootings across the state in one week left two DPS troopers dead and several officers injured. Officers were shot at first in four of the seven incidents. In two others, suspects pointed weapons at officers....
New catheter procedure treats leaky heart valves
Banner University Medical Center, Phoenix, has been the center of a revolutionary procedure for people living with a leaky heart valve. A groundbreaking procedure has been completed utilizing Valcare’s AMEND ring to help treat a common heart disease. Mitral regurgitation is a condition where the heart’s mitral valve...
Man sentenced to 25 years for deadly stabbing in central Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man will spend more than two decades in prison after being convicted of stabbing another man to death in central Phoenix over a year ago. The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office announced that Damian Mitchell, 48, was sentenced to 25 years for the murder of Reminisce Biddle, 29.
Check out these 5 Arizona favorites for Mexican food
Experience AZ magazine is Arizona’s go-to travel and adventure guide, showcasing the best places to eat, stay, shop, explore and experience across the state. Here are five authentic Mexican food restaurants in Arizona, as featured in the latest issue of Experience AZ. Tortas de Fuego. Tortas de Fuego is...
1 seriously hurt after crash in Glendale
A serious crash in Glendale has left one person with life-threatening injuries and prompted a road closure.
Massive Phoenix used book sale returns this weekend
This weekend at the Arizona State Fairgrounds, the Volunteer Nonprofit Service Association will hold its annual used book sale. Over half a million volumes will be available at rock-bottom prices, with most of the books selling for less than $5. On Saturday and Sunday, Feb. 14 and 15, you’ll find...
Scottsdale Unified employee resigns after border arrest for smuggling
A Scottsdale Unified School District employee has resigned after investigators said he admitted he tried to get paid to transport people in the U.S. illegally. Investigators say the alleged deal started on Snapchat and moved to WhatsApp with $12,000 on the line. The school board wrestled with whether to accept the...
Man arrested after body was found at Phoenix apartment complex
Phoenix Police arrested Raymond Drinkhouse on suspicion of second-degree murder after a person was found dead near a dumpster on Nov. 12. Officers discovered the victim's body on a couch at the Graybriar Apartments.
Family: Arizona man died after hospital discharge in extreme heat despite mental state
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A Valley family is suing a Phoenix-area hospital after their son died hours after being discharged alone in triple-digit heat, despite warnings he was too confused to care for himself. Kaelen Lachica, who had been battling anorexia for nine years, was showing signs of recovery and...
Paradise Valley Unified superintendent fired after allegedly lying on job application
PHOENIX – The Paradise Valley Unified School District Governing Board voted unanimously Tuesday night to terminate the contract of Superintendent Todd Cummings. The firing comes after Cummings was placed on administrative leave in September 2025, just three months into his contract, over allegations that he lied...

















