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Arrest made in Tempe walking path stabbing

A man has been arrested for allegedly stabbing another person in the neck and forehead following an argument near Tempe Town Lake.
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Video: Enraged man berates and fights cop after traffic stop, gets shot

The Phoenix Police Department shoots a lot of people, especially compared to other similarly sized departments. But one surefire way to catch a bullet, in Phoenix or anywhere else, is to pick a fight with a cop. That’s what 46-year-old Sam Perone did, according to body-worn camera footage released by...
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Tempe police officer dies at age 52

TEMPE, Ariz — The Tempe Police Department is mourning the recent death of an officer who served the community for over 20 years. Officer Drew Nystrom died on May 31 at age 52. He was laid to rest on Friday. The police department said Nystrom had been diagnosed with cancer.
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Grand theft cargo: Sinaloa cartel targets US rail companies

As the migrant flow dries up and fentanyl smuggling gets harder with stricter border enforcement, Mexican criminal organizations increasingly are turning to alternative sources of revenues.
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Traffic stop brawl: Video captures driver fighting with Phoenix police officer

PHOENIX — Newly-released body camera footage captures a confrontational traffic stop that ended in a physical fight between the driver and a Phoenix police officer. On May 25, a police officer stopped a motorist near 25th Street and Cactus Road and the two quickly started arguing over the reason for the traffic stop.
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Juneteenth Events & Celebrations in Arizona 2025

Written by Kenzie Barrena Published on June 6, 2025 in Arts & Culture,. This June, communities across Arizona are coming together to honor Juneteenth—the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the end of slavery in the United States. More than just a date, Juneteenth is a living legacy of resilience,...
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No wonder this metro Phoenix city grows millionaires faster than anyone else | Opinion

So, it’s official. Scottsdale, Arizona, is now Fat Cat City — America’s fastest growing metro for millionaires, according to the USA Wealth Report 2025, released in May by investment consulting firm Henley & Partners. As reported on Realtor.com, Scottsdale hit a new gear and has overtaken Austin, Texas , as the...
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Tempe police officer laid to rest after battle with aggressive brain tumor

TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — The Tempe Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own, after an officer passed away last week following a cancer battle. Officer Drew Nystrom died on Saturday, May 31, at the age of 52 and was laid to rest on Friday. “With...
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13-year-old Isabella Figueroa Chavarria missing from Tempe, Arizona

TEMPE, AZ, June 6, 2025 – Authorities are seeking the public’s help in locating 13-year-old Isabella Figueroa Chavarria, who was reported missing on June 4, 2025. According to the Tempe Police Department, Isabella has not been seen since that date. No additional details about her clothing or last known location have...
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FBI helps GCSO serve search warrants in Emily Pike murder investigation

PHOENIX — The investigation into the murder of 14-year-old Emily Pike has been slow, but investigators say they're still searching for answers. According to a report from the Gila County Sheriff's Office, deputies interviewed a person of interest but ultimately determined that he wasn't their suspect. In January,...

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