Recent small plane crashes in Arizona raise concerns, but experts urge perspective
PHOENIX — Air travel safety is drawing increased attention across Arizona following four small plane crashes reported within the past week. While the incidents may seem alarming, aviation experts say the recent uptick does not necessarily signal a broader safety issue. The crashes — ranging from a runway overrun...
The wildest green in golf? Scottsdale short course may have it
Most greens have hazards around them. The 4th green at a new course in Scottsdale has a giant boulder smack dab in the middle. The post The wildest green in golf? Scottsdale short course may have it appeared first on Golf .
Hiker experiencing medical emergency airlifted off Camelback Mountain
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Crews rescued a hiker who experienced a medical emergency on a popular trail Tuesday morning, marking the seventh rescue in recent days across the Valley. Phoenix Fire, along with crews from Tempe and Scottsdale, were called out to a rescue on Echo Canyon Trail at Camelback...
Tree Trimmer Dies After He’s Pinned by Falling Palm Fronds While at Work
Arizona police identified the victim as Flavio Sesmas Maya
Scottsdale small business owners scramble as Painted Tree Boutiques announces sudden closure
SCOTTSDALE, AZ — Business owners who rent space at Painted Tree Boutiques were told Tuesday morning that the company was ceasing operations, leaving many scrambling. Outside the north Scottsdale store, shop owners were seen moving furniture, pallets of blankets and clothing that they sold on consignment. Erin Winkelman has...
Man sentenced to life in prison for killing girlfriend over texts from another man
PHOENIX — A 23-year-old man was sentenced to life in prison plus 26 years for fatally shooting his girlfriend 11 times while driving around Tempe in June 2023. Prosecutors said that Adrian Aguilar shot 19-year-old Amria Crofton over the course of 45 minutes after seeing a text message from another man on her phone. Aguilar demanded Crofton tell him whether she...
Deadly Rollover Crash Shuts Down I-17 In Phoenix
At approximately 7:20 a.m. on April 12, 2026, a serious rollover crash involving an SUV occurred along northbound I-17 near West Cactus in Phoenix. First responders arrived to find multiple patients involved, including several children. Due to the severity of the incident, the response was upgraded to a full medical assignment, bringing in additional units.
Arizona Welcomes a New IKEA Location
Located at Village Square II shopping center, 4643 E. Cactus Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85032, the 75,000-square-foot store includes over 4,000 products on display with a curated selection of over 3,000 products for immediate takeaway.
Another billion-dollar giant relocating out of California
LOS ANGELES - KB Home, a staple of the Southern California business landscape for decades, announced Tuesday that it will exit its Westwood headquarters next year. The move to Tempe marks a strategic shift for the developer as it seeks to streamline operations and capitalize on Arizona's lower cost of doing business.
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Scottsdale — Furniture, Decor & More
Looking to refresh your home or garden without spending a dime? Scottsdale neighbors are giving away some great free items this week — from furniture and decor to moving boxes and garden rocks.

















