ASU professor arrested on suspicion of soliciting detective posing as underage boy
A professor at Arizona State University's School of Social Work was arrested after police said he tried to meet up with an undercover detective who posed as a 15-year-old boy, shared explicit material with them and propositioned them for various sexual acts. Court documents said the detective identified themselves as...
And the most popular beer in Arizona goes to… really? Here’s what one survey...
What beer do residents of the Grand Canyon State like to sip on the most? Coffeeness, an online coffee bean and equipment store, analyzed Google Trends data to find the most popular beer in all 50 states. The study defined popularity as being the most searched for online, noting that the methodology indicates...
2 men accused of stealing $34K worth of items from Phoenix-area stores
SURPRISE, AZ (AZFamily) — Two men from Surprise are facing more than 30 charges after police said they operated as an organized retail theft ring and stole more than $34,000 worth of merchandise from Phoenix-area stores. Ryan Dale Slocum and Steven John Velder were arrested on Wednesday around 7...
Officer investigated for drunken off-duty behavior after D-backs game. Accusations of sharing privileged information...
PHOENIX — A Phoenix Police Officer is the subject of an internal investigation by the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board for conduct while intoxicated, as well as for disseminating sensitive police information for reasons other than the administration of justice. Disseminating privileged information...
‘We were so close to dying’: Families sue over Mesa hotel carbon monoxide leak
Two families are suing a Holiday Inn Express after a carbon monoxide leak at the hotel sent them to the hospital, and fire records show there were potential warning signs.
Phoenix man faces 65 animal cruelty felonies in cockfighting bust
PHOENIX — A Phoenix man is facing dozens of felony charges after Glendale police say they uncovered a cockfighting operation while serving a search warrant for an unrelated armed robbery case. Victor Manuel Espinoza, 60, was arrested last week after officers discovered more than 65 roosters on his Phoenix...
Lori Vallow Daybell reacts to guilty verdict in exclusive interview
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — So-called “Doomsday Mom” Lori Vallow Daybell said in an exclusive interview she wasn’t expecting to be found guilty of conspiring to murder her fourth husband, Charles Vallow. She sat down with True Crime Arizona correspondent Briana Whitney on Thursday. Vallow Daybell said she...
Let’s Stay In: Arizona Staycation Spots Offering Deals this Summer
Who says you need to travel far to find rest, adventure, or a little slice of luxury? A staycation offers the perfect opportunity to relax, recharge, and rediscover the magic in your everyday surroundings. Here are a few Valley resorts offering staycation deals for those near and far:. Omni Scottsdale...
5 Best Authentic Restaurants in Mesa, Arizona to Try
Mesa, AZ, known for its stunning desert landscapes and vibrant community, also boasts an impressive culinary scene. Here are the five best authentic restaurants in Mesa that you absolutely must try. T.C. Eggington’s. T.C. Eggington’s offers delicious breakfast and brunch dishes in a charming and cozy setting. Try...
Man with DUI convictions involved in deadly crash on I-10 while reportedly under the...
PHOENIX — A man is accused of being under the influence of alcohol at the time of a deadly crash along Interstate 10 last week. According to police documents, after 11 p.m. on April 15, 53-year-old John Stultz drove westbound on the freeway near 40th Street when he drove off the roadway and struck a barrier.