Gallego Drafts ASU’s Panch To Put Phoenix On The Quantum Map
Mayor Kate Gallego is betting big on quantum. In her State of the City address last Tuesday, she rolled out the Phoenix Quantum Strategy and tapped Arizona State University to lead the charge, naming University Professor Sethuraman "Panch" Panchanathan as point person for the city’s push into quantum computing, communications and sensing. The goal is straightforward and ambitious at the same time: turn Phoenix...
Goodyear city council approves e-bike ordinance
GOODYEAR, Ariz. — The Goodyear city council has approved a new ordinance regulating e‑bikes, motorized bicycles, electric stand‑up scooters and electric miniature scooters. The new ordinance sets age requirements for different device types, outlines where and how to ride, prohibits unsafe behaviors such as riding against traffic...
13 Arizona restaurants serving Navajo tacos so good locals never pass them up
Navajo tacos are one of the most beloved foods in the Southwest, built on golden fry bread and piled high with savory toppings like beans, meat, cheese, and green chiles. They carry deep cultural roots tied to Native American history and traditions, making every bite more meaningful than your average taco.
Mesa Police sergeant allegedly tipped off man prior to narcotics bust: Chandler PD
MESA, Ariz. - A Mesa Police sergeant is charged with tipping off the suspect in a Chandler Police narcotics investigation, and Chandler's police chief says this was a dirty cop that put the safety of officers at risk. What we know:. As Chandler PD served their search warrant as part...
Small plane blows out tires upon hard landing Falcon Field Airport
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Two occupants of a small airplane are okay after the plane made a hard landing at a Mesa airport on Tuesday. The incident happened at Falcon Field Airport just before 8 a.m. when the pilot of a Cessna 172 aircraft reported having an engine issue, according to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
A unique car museum in Arizona that flies under the radar
Tucked inside a luxury auto mall in Phoenix, Arizona, the Penske Racing Museum is one of those rare finds that most people drive right past without knowing it exists. This small but mighty museum celebrates the legendary Team Penske, one of the most successful racing organizations in motorsport history. Best...
Killer sentenced for dumpster death in Phoenix homeless encampment
PHOENIX — A defendant has been sentenced to prison for his role in the death of a man who was beaten and set on fire in a dumpster located in a Phoenix homeless encampment. Isaiah Baskin, 22, was recently sentenced to 38 years in prison for the murder of Geoffrey Rugwiro, according to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.
Second man sentenced after victim burned alive in ‘The Zone’ in downtown Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A man will spend nearly four decades behind bars in connection with a brutal murder in which a man was set on fire inside a homeless encampment in downtown Phoenix. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced that Isaiah Baskin was sentenced to 38 1/2 years in...
ADOT shutting down troubled dust detection doppler radar
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A Doppler radar that state leaders hoped would be key part of a multi-million-dollar dust storm warning system will soon be a thing of the past. The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced Monday that it will be decommissioning the X-Band Doppler Radar site located on the side of Interstate 10 near Eloy — a critical blind spot between the...
A huge thrift store in Arizona you could spend all day browsing
If you love hunting for hidden treasures without spending a fortune, Delivering Dreams Thrift Boutique in Phoenix, Arizona might just become your new favorite spot. Located at 7044 N 7th St, this community-driven store has earned a loyal following thanks to its wide variety of items, friendly atmosphere, and a mission that gives back to children’s programs.
