Man attacked sleeping stranger with hatchet in Avondale over crime rumors, docs say
AVONDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A man accused of severely injuring a stranger with a hatchet in the West Valley over the weekend claims he did it because he heard rumors that the victim had committed crimes, according to court documents released on Tuesday. Oscar Funes, 41, is jailed for...
International Regenerative Medicine Hub Opens in Prominent Scottsdale Medical Campus
A new chapter in regenerative medicine, biologics and advanced med device manufacturing has begun as Netherlands-based Hummingbird Biomedical, in partnership with DEMCON Life Sciences, officially opens its U.S. headquarters and advanced manufacturing lab, joining other organizations located on the Mayo Clinic...
GameStop closes 5 stores in metro Phoenix and several more around Arizona
GameStop — retailer of new and used video games, accessories and collectibles — has closed five of its 32 stores in the Phoenix area and several more around the state. According to the store locator on the company’s website, the following Valley locations have closed in January:
Arizona AG warns potential ICE confrontations could turn deadly under state’s gun law
PHOENIX — Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says she’s concerned that potential confrontations between residents and ICE officers could turn deadly because of an Arizona gun law. The so-called 'Stand Your Ground' law “makes Arizona very, very different from almost every other state where this (ICE) buildup is...
First Alert Weather Days ahead for Arizona rain chances
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Temperatures will hover in the 70s for the next few days before changes are on the way. While you enjoy the nice temps, keep in mind that the Maricopa County Air Quality Department has declared a No Burn Day for Tuesday due to elevated smoke levels. Learn more here.
16 Handles plans to open 3 frozen yogurt shops in metro Phoenix
PHOENIX – A New York-based frozen yogurt chain known for its exotic flavors is expanding into metro Phoenix with three new shops in 2026. Arizona’s first 16 Handles is set to open this spring on the southwest corner of Arizona Avenue and Ocotillo Road in south Chandler. The opening date has not yet been confirmed.
Mexican rapper, singer Peso Pluma to perform in Phoenix this March
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — One of the biggest global Mexican artists is making a stop in the Valley of the Sun as part of his tour this year. Peso Pluma will embark on the “DINASTÍA by Peso Pluma & Friends Tour,” following the success of his collaborative album DINASTÍA with Tito Double P. The Mexican rapper and singer...
Eastbound I-10 closed at Verrado Way in West Valley after crash
PHOENIX – Part of Interstate 10 in the West Valley was closed after a crash during the Tuesday morning commute, authorities said. Eastbound I-10 was closed in Buckeye just before 7:30 a.m., according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. Where was I-10 closed after crash?. Traffic was forced to...
TSMC accelerates Phoenix expansion with help of record-breaking sales, new $250B U.S.-Taiwan Trade Deal
PHOENIX, Arizona — Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) is fast-tracking its massive Arizona expansion following a historic trade agreement that paves the way for at least $250 billion in new U.S. technology investments. The trade deal, finalized earlier this month, slashes reciprocal tariffs on Taiwanese...
Two people found dead in a home near I-17 and Bell Road in north...
Two people were found dead with gunshot wounds inside a home near I-17 and Bell Road in north Phoenix Sunday evening.

















