Arrests made in stolen semi-trucks case; Punctured drum prompts HAZMAT response | Nightly Roundup
PHOENIX - From the theft of two semis in the West Valley to what prompted fire crews to respond to a Phoenix warehouse twice, here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Memorial Day Monday, May 26, 2025. 1. Semis stolen in Phoenix recovered. Featured. 2....
Gilbert man sues prosecutors after charges dropped
One of the co-defendants in the criminal case against former Higley Unified Superintendent Denise Birdwell is suing the state for malicious prosecution after charges against him were dismissed. Gilbert resident Steven Nielsen earlier this month filed suit against the state offices of Auditor General and Attorney...
12News investigation finds Arizona’s school vouchers primarily going to wealthy neighborhoods like Paradise Valley
PARADISE VALLEY, Ariz. — The state’s Empowerment Scholarship Accounts, or vouchers, were supposed to level the playing field for public education in Arizona. However, a 12News investigation found the state’s nearly 87,000 vouchers and counting are primarily helping families in wealthy neighborhoods – including...
East Valley police units crack down on DUIs near Salt River on Memorial Day
Police departments in the East Valley teamed up over Memorial Day weekend to crack down on DUIs, this time focusing on the Salt River.
2 stolen semi-trailers recovered, 4 men arrested in Phoenix
PHOENIX — Two stolen semi-trailers were recovered by officers, and four men were arrested on Monday afternoon, the Phoenix Police Department said. At about 2 p.m., police officers responded to a large semi-trailer being stolen out of a warehouse near 32nd Avenue and Broadway Road. Officers were later able...
DNA matches sought to ID missing in action service members
On Memorial Day, we honor fallen service members, including thousands still "missing in action." A government agency seeks public help via DNA for matches to locate these missing loved ones. FOX's Caroline Shively reports.
21-year-old walking on sidewalk dies after hit-and-run along Grand Avenue, police searching for driver
PHOENIX — A 21-year-old Phoenix man who was hit by a car last week has died. Family has identified him as Christian Lopez and he was killed while walking on the sidewalk. No arrests have been made. >> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight...
Queen Creek led East Valley in population growth in 2024
Queen Creek led the East Valley in population growth between 2023 and last year – and Pinal County wasn’t far behind, according to the latest report by the U.S. Census Bureau. Queen Creek grew the fastest as 8.1%. After that were the Pinal County communities of Casa Grande...
MCAO not pursuing charges in deadly stabbing of 15-year-old in Ahwatukee
Rena told ABC15 that detectives would be submitting recommended charges of second-degree murder, but the county attorney confirmed to ABC15 she would not be pursuing charges.
Woman stabbed to death while trying to break up a fight near downtown Phoenix
A man stabbed and killed a woman Saturday night near downtown Phoenix, according to Phoenix police. Police identified the victim as Stephanie Barr, 35. Police said they were called to the area of Central Avenue and Watkins Street, south of Interstate 17, where they found Barr with a stab wound. She was taken to a...