Phoenix police investigating death ruled as homicide; suspect outstanding
PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating the death of a 36-year-old man that has been ruled a homicide. Officers responded to a report of an injured person near 46th Street and Shea Boulevard around 8:15 a.m. Monday. When they arrived, they found 36-year-old Zachary Hostetler, who was pronounced dead at the scene,...
Weather shift likely to bring rain to parts of Arizona on Christmas
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Phoenix has broken heat records for the last two days with temperatures in the 80s, and we have tied a record so far today. The previous record for today’s date is 79 degrees, set back in 1950. The average temperature for this time of the year is 65 degrees. Temperatures will cool off slightly...
These metro Phoenix districts are closing schools as enrollment falls
School districts across the Valley are downsizing, repurposing buildings or closing schools entirely to adapt to shifting demographics. Declining birth rates, the growth of Arizona's school voucher program, and high home prices are among the reasons districts cite for declining student numbers. Closing schools can be...
No More Warnings: Phoenix changes jaywalking policy as pedestrian deaths rise
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Phoenix is ranked fourth worst in the country for pedestrian fatalities, and despite efforts to make the streets safer, a new report shows the problem is only getting worse. City leaders are getting tougher on jaywalking, ending warnings and issuing immediate citations while investing millions...
Suspect in custody after long pursuit through Phoenix area
The chase began around 1 a.m. on Tuesday when Phoenix police officers tried to stop a car in the Maryvale neighborhood. We start GMAZ with the breaking news.
2 dead in shootings, Phoenix police investigate murder-suicide
A man and a woman died Monday in what police are investigating as a murder-suicide shooting. Police responded to a call about 3:35 a.m. Dec. 22 near 7100 West Pioneer Street regarding a woman on
Police chase through Phoenix, Pinal County ends with arrest on reservation land
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — One person is in custody after leading police on a chase that started in the Valley, crossed county lines and ended on reservation land. The chase began around 1 a.m. on Tuesday when Phoenix police officers tried to stop a car in the Maryvale neighborhood. The car sped away through Phoenix,...
Body of man found in Phoenix canal near 55th Avenue and Osborn Road
Just before 2 p.m. Monday, police were called to the canal near 55th Avenue and Osborn Road for reports of a possible body in the water.
Where to order Chinese takeout on Christmas Day
Christmas is all about traditions. And for many families, that includes ordering a feast of Chinese food to enjoy at home. Chinese takeout has become a holiday staple due to reliable hours and delivery on a day when most local restaurants close. Plus, is there any better food to share with your loved ones than a pile...
More families report stolen food assistance benefits linked to same store
SUN CITY, AZ (AZFamily) — More victims have come forward after On Your Side reported last week about stolen SNAP benefits linked to transactions at a Sun City market. Sarah Wujick, a single mother of four with a full-time job, said someone stole her food assistance benefits the day after she received them.
