Former dental assistant accused of abusing child patients in Chandler takes plea deal
CHANDLER, Ariz. — The former dental assistant accused of molesting child patients at a Chandler office has entered into a plea agreement with prosecutors. Deion Garcia, 29, was arrested in 2024 after children accused him of inappropriately touching them during dental appointments at an office located near Chandler Heights Road and Arizona Avenue.
Karol G bringing her ‘Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour’ to Glendale
GLENDALE, Ariz. — Grammy award winner, singer and songwriter, Karol G, is bringing her "Viajando Por El Mundo Tropitour" concert to State Farm Stadium on Aug. 29, 2026. The "Ahora Me Llama" singer and Coachella headliner will embark on a world tour starting in Chicago in July. VERSIÓN EN...
Smalls Sliders to Open 15 Units in Phoenix
Franchise group expands across Arizona, with first opening expected in late 2026
Parasite could be spreading at dog park in East Valley
Gilbert dog owners and veterinarians say they’re seeing an increase in Giardia cases after visiting the Cosmo Dog Park in Gilbert.
Repentant Phoenix cop gets 18-month suspension after drunken rampage
We’re aiming to raise $10,000 by April 26. Your support ensures New Times can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print. A Phoenix police officer who seemingly reformed after being disciplined and back on patrol is at risk...
I-17 reopens north of Phoenix after fiery crash
CORDES LAKES, AZ (AZFamily) — A crash that resulted in a fire prompted crews to close Interstate 17 north of the Valley on Tuesday morning. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) said a truck hauling hay crashed on I-17 near Cordes Lakes, then caught fire, just before 11 a.m.
8 Arizona hospitals are at risk of closure or reduced services due to Medicaid...
A report from a consumer advocacy organization warns that hundreds of hospitals across the country are at risk of closure or reduced services — including eight in Arizona. A prominent teaching hospital in Phoenix, as well as the closest hospital to Arizona State University’s Tempe campus are two on the list.
Northern Arizona family clings to hope after man severely burned in gas blast
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A Northern Arizona family is holding onto hope after a gas explosion left a man with burns across half of his body. James Gowenlock is in a Phoenix burn unit fighting through severe injuries after what his family says was a gas explosion at a jobsite. His sister, Sarah McGee, said he is known in the Prescott community as a loving uncle...
Japanese steakhouse closes after 2 years in the West Valley
We’re aiming to raise $10,000 by April 26. Your support ensures New Times can continue watching out for you and our community. No paywall. Always accessible. Daily online and weekly in print. In January 2024, Kasai Japanese Steakhouse made a flashy debut in Peoria with teppanyaki chefs chopping, grilling...
These Arizona Seafood Restaurants Are The Ones Locals Brag About
Arizona might be landlocked, but that has never stopped the state from serving up some seriously impressive seafood. People always laugh when I tell them I’m searching for the perfect oyster while surrounded by cacti, but their skepticism vanishes the moment they take one bite. I’ve spent months navigating...

















