Homicide investigation underway after body found on side of road in west Phoenix
PHOENIX – A homicide investigation is underway after a woman was found dead in west Phoenix last week, authorities said. Officers responded to a call about an object that appeared to be a body on the side of the road in the area of 56th Avenue and Broadway Road around 10:50 p.m. Friday, the Phoenix Police Department...
‘The Coach Coffee Shop’ to make its Arizona debut at Tanger Outlets Phoenix
The New York-based brand, renowned for its handcrafted leather bags, is set to expand its presence by opening a new coffee shop at Tanger Outlets Phoenix.
New York Times bestselling author SenLinYu is headed to Arizona
MESA, Ariz. — New York Times bestselling author SenLinYu is headed to the Valley. Here’s how you can attend the event. Since their book was published in September of 2025, SenLinYu’s debut novel, Alchemised, has been on the New York Times bestseller list—for those who are counting, that’s 19 weeks so far.
Fitness Brand Expands into Mesa with Largest Location
Amped Fitness, a rapidly expanding fitness brand, announced it is coming soon to Mesa, Arizona, marking the company’s second location in the state following the upcoming opening of Amped Fitness Glendale later this month. The new Mesa club will be located at 445 N Stapley Dr, Mesa, AZ 85203...
Ex-Scottsdale Unified employee accused of trying to smuggle 4 people into US
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A former employee of Scottsdale Unified School District is in custody after allegedly admitting to smuggling four people into the U.S. Victor Michael Bobbett, of Scottsdale, was arrested Jan. 28 after the Tohono O’odham Police Department (TOPD) pulled him over on State Route 86 near Sells,...
Army investigating if military aircraft dropped fuel on Valley homes
The U.S. Army is investigating an incident after a military aircraft dropped fuel on multiple Valley neighborhoods, which left one woman with chemical burns to her eye.
‘I fell asleep’: Driver who dragged cyclist underneath van said he ‘passes out randomly...
Police said Hodge admitted to smoking fentanyl shortly before he got behind the wheel and bought more drugs after the incident. The post 'I fell asleep': Driver who dragged cyclist underneath van said he 'passes out randomly and wakes up in different places,' police say first appeared on Law & Crime .
New downtown barbecue spot abruptly closes after just 3 months
Golden Oak Barbecue and Taproom, a craft beer bar and smokehouse with South American influences, has abruptly closed in downtown Phoenix. Co-owner Chris Figueroa confirmed the restaurant has shuttered on Central Avenue. The reason, he said, was “complications between us and the HOA” of the building where Golden Oak...
5 Best New Restaurants in Mesa, Arizona that People Swear By
Mesa has grown into a major part of metro Phoenix’s dining conversation, with downtown in particular seeing a surge of breweries, modern taquerias, and chef‑driven spots. These five relatively new or newly buzz‑worthy restaurants capture what Mesa is doing right now. 1. Worth Takeaway. Worth Takeaway is...
The 10 Best Burger Joints In Arizona
When I first moved to the desert, I thought the only thing hotter than the weather would be the pizza ovens, but I was soon proven wrong. Arizona’s burger scene is a delicious surprise, packed with everything from classic cheeseburgers to daring, farm‑to‑table creations that make my taste buds do a happy dance.

















