Shocking? 6 Valley cities rank among America’s happiest
If you really live in Maricopa County, there are only two places where you could be reading this story. You’re either in a Dutch Bros. drive thru with blisters forming on your palms from the 200-degree steering wheel you grabbed 10 minutes ago. Or you’re ensconced on your couch, turning vampire-pale behind blackout sha
4-star Scottsdale fine dining restaurant closed after over a decade
Sel Bistro (formerly Sel), located at 7044 E. Main St. in Scottsdale, closed after over 10 years. Chef Branden Levine and his wife May opened the restaurant in May 2016, serving French-inspired prix fixe tasting menus. Only four months after opening, the restaurant received four stars from The Republic . In late 2025,
Motorcyclist killed after running red light in west Phoenix crash, police say
A 28-year-old motorcyclist died after a collision with a minivan in west Phoenix on Monday night, police said. Officers and fire personnel responded about 8 p.m. to the intersection of 35th Avenue and Bethany Home Road, where they found the motorcyclist, identified as Melero Cruz, in extremely critical condition, Phoen
‘Failure to Discipline’: Phoenix Cops Who Brutally Arrested Deaf Black Man Over False Claims...
Many people already viewed the 24‑hour unpaid suspensions that Phoenix cops received in 2024 — after they falsely arrested an innocent Black man while responding […] ‘Failure to Discipline’: Phoenix Cops Who Brutally Arrested Deaf Black Man Over False Claims Get Suspensions Overturned—Board Won’t Explain Why
Why Locals Are OBSESSED With This DELICIOUS French-Mexican Brunch, Phoenix, Arizona
Open Mon–Fri, 7 AM–2 PM | Sat–Sun, 7 AM–3 PM. Phoenix has plenty of brunch choices, but Fà-me Cafe has earned a loyal following by serving daytime comfort food that feels personal, fresh, and thoughtfully prepared. The Central Avenue cafe brings together French-inspired favorites, Mexican...
Massive 60-year-old tree toppled by storm in Litchfield Park
A 60-year-old tree that stood for generations came crashing down after a powerful storm swept through Litchfield Park. Here's a look at the damage left behind.
The Best End-of-Summer Restaurant Deals in Phoenix
August is known for back-to-school deals on essentials like glue, backpacks, chic new outfits, and yes, even pizza. Across the Valley, restaurants are helping families ease into the school-year routine with promotions that make dining out a convenient—and often budget-friendly—option on busy weeknights. Other restauran
Back-to-back haboobs blanketed Phoenix with dangerous levels of dust
Two late-night dust storms that swept across the Phoenix area last week were among the most intense to hit the region in years, reaching the highest level on a severity scale developed by Arizona State University researchers. Both haboobs were classified as Category 5 storms, with wind speeds of about...
Glendale couple accused of walking kids in 108-degree heat after Cardinals practice
GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A couple is facing a child abuse charge after Glendale police said they walked with their children in extreme heat after the Arizona Cardinals’ open practice last weekend. According to court documents, a woman reported seeing Ryan and May Mullin seemingly intoxicated and stumbling...
Storm damages Avondale homes with flying pipes: Here’s who may pay
At least eight metal pipes blew from a nearby field and construction site into the residential Avondale neighborhood Sunday night. The debris smashed cement block walls, shattered roof tiles, damaged cars and came to rest against homes. An insurance expert says the damage will likely be classified as an “act of God,” t

















