Doctors warn against playing in Phoenix area’s standing floodwater
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Medical professionals are urging Valley residents to avoid swimming or playing in standing water that has accumulated after recent heavy rainfall. They are warning that contaminated floodwater poses serious health risks. Despite the tempting sight of swimming or kayaking in temporary lakes and...
Mushrooms are popping up across the Valley. Here’s one you should avoid.
PHOENIX — After a week of historic rainfall across the Valley, mushrooms are popping up in parks, lawns, and even along sidewalks. They are a brief burst of life, experts say, that is a natural response to the moisture and cooler temperatures. “We’re seeing them now because, as you...
Arizona residents claim system switch halts unemployment benefits
Many Arizonans are reporting widespread problems with receiving their unemployment benefits following the state's launch of a new online system, "Cactus." Claimants are facing long waits, some for over two months, and are unable to reach help via phone or in person to resolve their payment issues. The Arizona...
Teen Flees Police In Corvette Z06 At 142 MPH And Learns What A Grappler...
This driver’s need for speed landed him in serious trouble with Tempe police and could cost him his freedom and a massive fine
Man accused of attacking 4 in downtown Phoenix, killing 1
A 27-year-old man was arrested after allegedly targeting and attacking four people living on the streets. Video showed him using a hammer, and possibly a glass bottle in the assaults, which left a 74-year-old dead.
$1.2M settlement OK’d for family of man shot, killed by Phoenix PD
The Phoenix City Council approved a $1.2 million settlement to the family of Henry Wayne Rivera, who police shot and killed in 2019 during a search for a shooting and kidnapping suspect. Stephanie Duprey reports.
Judge denies accused killer’s motion, preventing 20th delay in case
PHOENIX — Sunday marked five years since Mercedes Vega was robbed at gunpoint outside of her apartment in Phoenix. Two and a half years later, officials say she was murdered by the same man who robbed her in an effort to prevent her from testifying against him. But he...
Accused killer of domestic violence worker awaits sentence
PHOENIX - An Arizona mom is speaking out for other families suffering from domestic violence, as she waits for a judge to sentence her daughter's killer. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. It’s also the month a killer will learn his fate, as he awaits his sentencing on Friday, after he shot and killed his...
St. Mary’s Food Bank expands Phoenix campus
Arizona’s largest food bank, St. Mary's, has expanded its Phoenix campus. The organization opened a new volunteer center Wednesday. One in eight Arizonans already face food insecurity. But St. Mary’s reports demand is increasing even more as rising costs of housing, utilities and groceries stretch family budgets thin.
Arizona’s Hands-Down Best Pizza Has Been Featured On Netflix
Appearing on Netflix's "Chef's Table," the best pizza in Arizona can be found in downtown Phoenix. This cheesy pie is particularly popular with customers.
