Scam Alert: Dozens show up to Phoenix court over fake traffic fine texts
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Have you received a text message or email stating that you owe court fines or traffic violation fees? You’re not alone, and Maricopa County Superior Court officials say dozens of people showed up on Wednesday to pay fines that weren’t real. Officials are warning...
Phoenix to implement seasonal fire restrictions Friday
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Phoenix will implement stricter rules on open flames starting Friday, lasting through the end of summer. According to the City of Phoenix Parks and Recreation Department, the restrictions are yearly for the city because of drought conditions and wildfire risk. Campfires, fire pits and charcoal grills...
Off-Duty Trooper with ‘Unmatched Work Ethic’ Dies After Losing Control of His Motorcycle
“Colleagues knew him as a steady presence, a trusted teammate, and a cop’s cop,” the Arizona Department of Public Safety said after Kelly Sullivan's death
Scottsdale kindergarten teacher arrested for allegedly accessing CSAM
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — A Scottsdale kindergarten teacher was arrested Tuesday on suspicion of accessing "child sex abuse material" on his electronic devices, officials said. Diego Franco Ontamucha, a teacher at Pueblo Elementary School, was arrested by Scottsdale police at his East Valley residence and is now facing a charge of exploitation of a minor.
Dusten Mullen: Phoenix PD sergeant sues chief, councilwoman and city amid protest controversy
Phoenix Police Sergeant Dusten Mullen is suing the city, the police chief, and a councilwoman, claiming retaliation and due process violations. Mullen, who attended a January student protest armed and masked, is currently on leave following a controversy involving Mullen's alleged behavior during that protest. A pre-termination hearing is scheduled...
May discounts, Mother’s Day freebies, and other deals around the Valley
Looking to treat yourself while saving some money? Here are some of the best deals and freebies around the Valley in May.
Harley Feldman: Father of Allison Feldman dies after daughter’s murderer was found guilty
PHOENIX - Just weeks after Ian Mitcham was found guilty of killing Allison Feldman, we have learned that the murder victim's father, Harley Feldman, has died. Harley was originally from Minnesota, but he had lived in the Phoenix area for nearly a decade, after Allison was found murdered inside her home back in 2015.
PD: Two vehicles crash into homes just hours apart in Phoenix
PHOENIX — Phoenix police are investigating after two vehicles crashed into buildings, with both incidents happening just hours apart. The first incident happened near 48th Street and Baseline Road just before 11 p.m. on Tuesday. Two vehicles were reportedly involved in the crash, including one that had crashed into...
Goodyear taps developer for GSQ project parking garage, police building
GOODYEAR, AZ — The city of Goodyear struck a deal with RG Land Partners LLC for the development of a city-owned parking garage, police substation and public open space within GSQ. Goodyear City Council unanimously approved a development agreement for the project during an April 27 meeting. Under the...
New data center planned for Glendale spark concerns among residents
GLENDALE, Ariz. - The Glendale mayor and city council voted unanimously to approve a pre-annexation development agreement for a new data center project. The project will feature two data center buildings in Glendale. Developers say the data centers might help store information, such as medical records and national security data.

















