Dust storm sends Phoenix air quality to dangerous levels, with more on the way
Air pollution readings across the Phoenix metro area soared to more than 14 times above normal levels Tuesday after a severe overnight dust storm blanketed the Valley and lingered well into the afternoon. Michael Graves, an air quality meteorologist with the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ), told KTAR
100 weapons, 125,000 rounds of ammo seized in Arizona gun trafficking busts
Homeland Security announced the outcome of an AZ investigation to stop cross-border firearms trafficking, including five indictments and the seizure of guns and ammunition.
Salad and Go files for bankruptcy and will close all locations on Aug. 5
Salad and Go has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in federal court and will permanently close all locations following final guest service on Aug. 5, 2026. Founded in Gilbert in 2013, the drive-thru salad chain served more than 60 million meals across its 70 locations over a 13-year span. Company...
High winds, dust could blow through Phoenix area for 2nd consecutive night
Fold up and stash that lawn furniture. High winds and dust could blow through the Phoenix area for a second consecutive night on Tuesday. On Monday night, dust storms with wind gusts over 40 mph dropped visibility below 2 miles in some areas. “It was due to quite a bit...
Man killed by Mesa police after allegedly assaulting ex-wife, kids
A tense confrontation led to officers shooting and killing a man who they say was armed with an axe at a Mesa home Friday evening. Gibby Parra has the latest.
Dust advisory issued as high winds make way into Valley
An outflow boundary brought high winds to the Valley on Monday night, causing weather officials to issue a dust advisory. The boundary was making its way northwest into the Phoenix metro around 9 p.m., according to the National Weather Service for Phoenix. However, NWS meteorologist Katherine Berislavich told KTAR News
Step Inside This Historic Arizona Restaurant And Feel Like You’ve Traveled Back To The...
Tucked along East Camelback Road in Phoenix, Arizona, Los Dos Molinos is more than just a Mexican restaurant. Walking through its doors feels like stepping into a different era, where Southwestern artifacts, bold flavors, and warm hospitality collide in the most wonderful way. With a 4.4-star rating and over 1,500...
Wind-driven fire burns power poles, 3 buildings in south Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Heavy winds helped flame a fast-moving fire that engulfed several power poles and buildings in south Phoenix late Monday night. Around 10:45 p.m., Phoenix firefighters received reports of a pole fire near 8th Street and Southern Avenue. Crews found multiple power poles on fire when they arrived, wi
Mesa lowers speed limit in historic district after neighbors ask for help
People in Mesa’s historic Lehi community are celebrating after the city approved lowering posted speed limits from 35 miles per hour to 30.
Dust Advisory Issued for Parts of Arizona’s Valley as Strong Winds Raise Visibility Concerns...
PHOENIX, AZ — High winds have triggered a dust advisory for parts of Arizona’s Valley, with forecasters warning that blowing dust could cut visibility and create hazardous driving conditions in the Phoenix area. The advisory focuses on exposed stretches of the metro where strong gusts can quickly lift...
