Phoenix to pay $2M over toddler’s death after firefighters advised against transport
PHOENIX — The City of Phoenix has agreed to pay $2 million to settle a wrongful death lawsuit involving the death of a 2-year-old boy. The lawsuit, filed by the Clugston family, alleged that their son, Abraham Clugston, died after Phoenix firefighters decided he did not need to be transported to the hospital...
Psychiatrists warns of extreme heat impact on mental health
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — On the hottest day of the year so far, people in Phoenix were caught using anything they could to shield themselves from the sun. “I do want to get out. I want to get out of the house and do things. I can’t walk the dog. The dog’s mad at me because she can’t go anywhere at this point,” said Mark...
2 dogs die after owner leaves them in hot car while going to work,...
QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) — A man is facing charges after leaving his two dogs in his hot car while he was at work at an Arizona gym last week, according to officials. Both dogs died. Police were called to the EOS Fitness in Queen Creek around 4...
Fry’s Food Stores reacts to overcharging accusation
Police in Avoldale are looking for a boy who shot another boy, injuring him at a park Thursday night. An Alabama sheriff is facing charges after prosecutors say he hired a former Gilbert police officer who was not eligible to be a deputy because of his past. Red light runner...
Phoenix City Council denies citizen petition on police and immigration enforcement
The Phoenix City Council has denied a citizen petition aimed at keeping local police from doing immigration enforcement. Dozens of speakers urged the City Council to approve the resolution. The acting police chief repeatedly said Phoenix police already do not work with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. But the...
Former MCAO detective sentenced to 19 years for the death of his wife
On Friday, Former Maricopa County Attorney's Office Detective John Byrd was sentenced to prison for the 2024 death of his wife, Elizabeth Byrd.
Arizona State Fair Announces Star-Studded ‘Coliseum Concert Series’ Featuring 2 Chainz, Reik, and ‘CoComelon’...
The Arizona State Fair, a staple of fall festivities in Phoenix, is bringing a diverse medley of performances to the Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The 'Coliseum Concert Series' for 2025 boasts a lineup that includes rapper 2 Chainz, Mexican pop group Reik, and a live show from kids' YouTube giant 'CoComelon.' ABC15...
Aunt not shocked over nephew alleged killing of Arizona mom, stepdad
Whether you need a chainsaw, drill, lawn mower, or all three, choosing a battery-powered model is cleaner, quieter, and could save you money over time. Police are trying to figure out what led up to a shooting that killed a man at a strip mall in central Phoenix on Thursday afternoon. It happened near 16th Street and...
Valley sees spike in number of millionaires choosing to rent rather than buy homes
PHOENIX — How well do you know your neighbors? If you live in metro Phoenix, there’s a growing chance they could be millionaire renters. Valley households earning $1 million or more per year are increasingly choosing to rent rather than buy homes, according to a recent report from RentCafe.
Climate Prediction Center decreases chance of rainy monsoon in Arizona
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — The Climate Prediction Center (CPC) issued its monthly forecast for the monsoon, and the new update is less optimistic about above-normal rainfall in Arizona. For the past several months, the CPC forecast leaned towards above-normal rainfall in this part of the country. The new forecast sits...