San Tan Valley man sentenced in Queen Creek drunk-driving death of child
A 34-year-old San Tan Valley man has been sentenced in the 2024 drunk-driving death of a young girl in Queen Creek. Jason A. Sanchez was sentenced to 20 years in the Arizona Department of
Crews investigating plane down near canal in Mesa
Authorities are on the scene of an aircraft that landed in an area near Falcon Field in Mesa on Monday morning.
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown is sold in historic deal
JLL’s Hotels & Hospitality group announced today the sale of the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown, a premier 1,003-room convention center hotel in the heart of Arizona’s capital city, marking one of the largest hotel sales in Arizona’s history. The sale price and other terms and conditions were not disclosed. The hotel was...
Another Mesa Police leader under internal investigation
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Mesa city officials confirmed on Monday that another top commanding officer is under investigation in the police department. Commander Diana Clevenger is the focus of an internal investigation. It’s unclear what she’s being investigated for, and the city isn’t providing any additional details.
Mesa photographer earns spot on Arizona Game and Fish Department’s calendar
Tim Cota of Mesa is among 12 photographers whose work is included in the full-size 2026 Arizona Game and Fish Department's wildlife calendar. "As a child, my grandfather was a
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...
