ADOT highway projects to impact Arizona drivers in 2026
PHOENIX — With 2026 just days away, 12News wants to tell you about several construction projects that may impact highways across the Valley in January. Lots of traffic impacts heading our way in the New Year, especially on the Loop 101, 202 and 303. ADOT said this spring, they’re...
Suspect arrested in downtown Phoenix shooting that left 4 injured on Sunday
Four people were taken to hospitals after a shooting early Sunday morning near 1st and Washington streets in downtown Phoenix.
New I-17 flex lanes triggering lane-assist alarms in high-tech vehicles
Drivers in the new I-17 flex lanes report that lane-assist sensors and safety alarms are being triggered because vehicle software does not recognize the dotted line configurations. Automotive experts recommend that drivers temporarily disable lane-assist features along the 8-mile stretch, while the Arizona Department...
Phoenix man arrested for trying to lure 14-year-old online
YAVAPAI COUNTY, Ariz. — A Phoenix man has been arrested for luring a 14-year-old online, according to the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office. Aaron Salazar, 55, of Phoenix, began communicating with the 14-year-old through a social media site before shifting to text messages, YCSO said. Salazar is a registered sex...
Aldi Continues Growth in Metro Phoenix with New Supermarket Planned for Mesa’s East Valley
Following a significant land acquisition earlier this month, Aldi continues to expand its presence in metro Phoenix, with plans to develop another supermarket in Mesa's East Valley. As reported by ABC15, the German grocery chain purchased three acres on the southeast corner of Power and Elliot roads for $2.4 million,...
Man accused of leaving dog in locked car, resisting arrest in Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A man is facing multiple charges after police say he left his dog inside a locked car outside a Scottsdale apartment complex before becoming combative with officers and hospital staff over the weekend. Scottsdale police said Refael Eliav was arrested late Saturday night near Scottsdale...
Officer hurt in crash in north Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — An officer was taken to the hospital after being involved in a crash overnight in north Phoenix. The crash happened near 28th Street and Cactus Road just before 11:30 p.m. on Sunday. A Phoenix police officer involved in the crash was hospitalized with minor injuries, according...
Three dead after fiery wrong-way crash on freeway in Mesa
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Three people are dead after a fiery wrong-way crash on an East Valley freeway over the weekend, the Arizona Department of Public Safety confirmed on Monday. Troopers responded to a crash in the eastbound HOV lane of Loop 202 near McDowell Road just after 2:30...
Phoenix man allegedly threatened neighbors who tried to help his injured dog
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A Phoenix man is facing felony charges after police say he threatened his neighbors who were trying to help his dog, which was hit by a car. Court records show John Nowlin, 64, is facing felony charges of aggravated assault on a police officer and resisting arrest after he was taken into custody...
Falcon Field neighbors in Mesa rail at flight schools
August Palmisano says he’s lived at the Red Mountain Ranch neighborhood for the past 27 years and loves it there. But a growing problem from the sky is affecting his quality of life in northeast Mesa, he said. “We have a health and safety issue that has got considerably...

















