Dozens of students stung by bees during fire drill outside Queen Creek school
QUEEN CREEK, AZ (AZFamily) — Dozens of students are being evaluated after they were stung by a swarm of bees outside an East Valley school. School officials say Queen Creek Junior School students were outside practicing a fire drill shortly before 2 p.m. when about 40 people were stung. In addition to students, some...
Seeking Recommendations for Gluten-Free Groceries and Ready-Made Meals
If you're on the hunt for gluten-free groceries, particularly those that require minimal preparation, you're not alone. Many people are seeking recommendations for stores that offer a variety of gluten-free options, especially ready-made meals. This need is particularly pronounced among those dealing with health...
Tempe approves 400-unit affordable housing project along light rail corridor
A Tempe neighborhood along the light rail is about to get hundreds of affordable apartments and a grocery store in an area that’s become a food desert. Tempe City Council held a final hearing Nov. 13 to discuss Dorsey Station — a 400-unit development that is 90% affordable — and it unanimously passed an ordinance for...
Gilbert Public Schools considers closing elementary school
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — Gilbert Public Schools could shut down Pioneer Elementary when the school year ends in May as it grapples with declining enrollment. The district is hosting its first of four community meetings at 6 p.m. on Monday to discuss potential changes families could see next year.
$399M project to boost safety at busy US 60 intersection in Phoenix
What is the construction? A new intersection is planned for the area of 35th Avenue and Indian School Road crossing U.S. 60, or Grand Avenue, in Phoenix to improve traffic flow, reduce crashes and reduce vehicle-train collisions. The plan also includes the removal of the Burlington, Northern and Santa Fe railroad...
SUV slams into two semi trucks while fleeing previous hit-and-run on I-10
A motorist and a truck driver are in the hospital after an SUV slammed into two semi trucks while fleeing a previous hit-and-run on I-10. The accident happened at around 4 a.m. near 75th Avenue and Van Buren Street in Phoenix, Arizona. According to AZ Family, the SUV was first involved in a crash on […] The post...
A new housing solution: Converting vacant Phoenix offices into $800/month, dorm-style apartments
Metro Phoenix has been dealing with a housing shortage for several years, and many residents are finding that available housing options — either new or existing — are not affordable. Alex Horowitz, director of the Housing Policy Initiative at Pew Charitable Trusts, has a potential answer for at...
Iconic Phoenix deli Cheese ‘N Stuff reopens under new owners
Doors are open, sandwiches are being served and even the iconic neon sign is on again at Cheese 'N Stuff. State of play: The central Phoenix deli, which closed in April after 76 years, is back in business under new ownership after Julie and Tom Palmer bought the sandwich shop with a group of friends.
Barber in Arizona fights for his life following a brazen attack outside his shop
PHOENIX (NBC, KYMA) - A barber in Phoenix, known as a mentor, a father, and a pillar in his community, is now fighting for his life after a brazen attack outside his shop. Now, his family is sharing their heartbreak and their hope. One of the strongest members of a...
Arizona’s Desert Café Serving Green Chile Turkey Sandwiches You’ll Dream About
Tucked away in Scottsdale, The Lunch Bag Sandwich Shop has quietly become a local legend for one unforgettable menu item: the green chile turkey sandwich. This unassuming café doesn’t rely on flashy marketing or trendy gimmicks, just fresh ingredients, bold Southwest flavors, and a sandwich so good it keeps people...
