Don Bolles case detective Jon Sellers was “a part of history”
Jon Sellers, who spent years in the spotlight as the Phoenix Police Department's lead investigator in the assassination of Arizona Republic reporter Don Bolles, died quietly in July 2024. State of play: Sellers, 88, died of double pneumonia, his wife, Marlene Sellers, told Axios. He didn't want recognition or honors...
Arizona man leads deputies in wrong-way chase on Southern California interstate
A 26-year-old man from Phoenix, Arizona, was taken into custody after an alleged train burglary that led to a dangerous wrong-way pursuit on a Southern California interstate, authorities announced Tuesday. The Jan. 26 incident occurred around 3:30 p.m. in Needles, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department said...
This Legendary All-You-Can-Eat Arizona Restaurant Is So Good, People Drive Across The State For...
If you think pizza is just a meal, not a quest, you’ve clearly never heard of this place in Arizona. This isn’t your average slice-and-scarf joint, oh no. It’s a full-blown, all-you-can-eat pizza carnival where the cheese flows like the Colorado River, and people literally drive three hours from Phoenix (yes, three)...
Mesa cafe serving up tasty happy hour deals for under $9
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — It’s time for happy hour, and one Mesa restaurant is serving up delicious deals for as low as two bucks!. What’s Crackin’ Cafe, located near Power and McDowell roads, hosts happy hour every day from 12:30 p.m. to closing. Guests can get chips and salsa for $5, a cheeseburger with French fries...
This Tiny Arizona Bakeshop Is Known for Tamales Locals Swear By
On Broadway Road in Mesa, a tiny bakeshop draws lines with the aroma of masa and fresh bread. Panadería y Carnicería La Estrella keeps ovens humming from 5 AM to 9 PM, and locals swear the tamales here taste like home. You will find pan dulce, conchas, bolillos,...
Man accused of punching pilot at Sky Harbor Airport
Kenneth Morrow is accused of aggravated assault after he allegedly punched a pilot at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
‘He has my 6-year-old in the car and he won’t let him out’: Mesa...
MESA, Ariz. — Traveling 90 mph and running red lights, Mesa police say 35-year-old Denzel Franklin had no regard for anyone, including his six-year-old son. "Our priority is to make sure the victims are safe," Mesa Police Public Information Officer Jose Aguirre said. "In this case, we had a very aggressive suspect...
1 dead, 1 injured after Phoenix car crash
PHOENIX — One person is dead after a two-vehicle traffic collision occurred early Tuesday morning in Phoenix. The crash was reported shortly before 7 a.m. near 35th and Northern avenues, according to the Phoenix Police Department. A woman was transported to the hospital and later died. Another person was...
Mesa won’t dismiss 40K+ photo radar tickets after clerical error
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — More than 40,000 photo radar tickets issued by Mesa between 2020 and 2021 contained an error involving a judge’s signature, city officials said. The tickets displayed the name of a retired judge who was no longer with the city, according to Mesa assistant city manager Ken Cost.
Ex-ASU QB launches Independent bid for AZ governor
Hugh Lytle, a former ASU quarterback turned healthcare executive, announced he is launching an Independent bid for the governor of Arizona.

















