With SNAP in limbo, low-income Arizonans worry about their next meal
A 68-year-old grandmother leaned against the metal railing near the entrance of Arizona’s Department of Economic Security building in downtown Phoenix to support her ailing back. In less than two days, the benefits allocated from this building that she counts on to feed her family were set to expire.
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs frustrated about shutdown’s impact on social safety net
PHOENIX – Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs said she was “frustrated” and “angry” about how the federal government shutdown is causing the nation’s social safety net to fray. “And I am so incredibly frustrated by the dysfunction in Washington and these politicians who don’t care...
Mother of 18-year-old ASU assault victim speaks out
The mother of an 18-year-old who got beat up by a group of guys on the ASU campus has a message for other parents. The attack lasted for 30 minutes outside a dorm in Tempe.
Police investigate overnight homicide in Phoenix
Phoenix Police responded to the incident near 43rd Avenue and Buckeye Road just before midnight on Thursday. Gibby Parra has the breaking news.
Phoenix restaurants, businesses offer meals for those set to lose SNAP benefits
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — With more than 900,000 people expected to to lose benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), some Valley restaurants and businesses are stepping up to offer free or discounted meals to those in need. Baked Chemistry Vegan Cafe:. A ‘Chemistry Community Plate’ will be...
Phoenix Rescue Mission saves over 700 unhoused people during summer heat relief campaign
PHOENIX — A Valley nonprofit announced that it rescued more than 700 unhoused people who were living on the streets during the hottest months of the year. On Thursday, the Phoenix Rescue Mission (PRM) announced the results of its annual Code:Red heat relief campaign, which ran from May 1 to Oct. 15.
Melinda’s Alley in Phoenix said to be haunted by murdered woman
The alleyway next to the Renaissance Hotel, known as Melinda's Alley, features a large mural of Melinda Curtis, who supposedly haunts the area.
‘We ran out of food’: Valley charities brace for high demand with SNAP in...
PHOENIX — With the future of federal food benefits still in limbo, charitable organizations around Arizona are anticipating a spike in demand for resources. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego held a press briefing Friday as thousands of Arizonans are about to potentially lose access to their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance...
Phoenix neighbors turn trick-or-treat night into community food drive
A group of Phoenix neighbors near 19th Avenue and Thomas Road is turning their Halloween trick-or-treating into a food drive, handing out canned goods and other shelf-stable food alongside candy to help families in need. The community effort was inspired by their own experiences with food insecurity and comes at...
Opinion: Prices at the Arizona State Fair aren’t fair for all
The Arizona State Fair has always been a place filled with excitement, bright lights, laughter, music, and the smell of delicious food. For many families, it’s a time of year to make memories together and enjoy the fun of carnival rides and games. However, what used to be an affordable day of entertainment has become...
