Phoenix Approves Extension of Apprenticeship Program
The City of Phoenix is planning to expand its apprenticeship program and make it permanent. In January 2024, the City partnered with local private businesses to create apprenticeship opportunities to expand the regional workforce. Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company was the first private partner, and multiple...
2 dogs dead, 1 rescued after fire breaks out in Phoenix residence
PHOENIX — Two dogs died after a house fire broke out in west Phoenix on Monday morning, authorities said. First responders with Phoenix, Glendale and Avondale responded to reports of a house fire near 105th Avenue and Camelback Road around 11:45 a.m., according to the Phoenix Fire Department. Smoke was billowing from...
AI arrives at church: How chatbots are shaking up religion
A new digital awakening is unfolding in some churches, where pastors and prayer apps are turning to artificial intelligence to reach worshippers, personalize sermons and power chatbots that supposedly resemble God. Why it matters: Some users say AI is helping churches stay relevant in the face of shrinking staff,...
A rainbow of banchan and onigiri awaits at this mom-and-pop Korean market in Phoenix
Nami’s Market, located in an unassuming strip mall in north Phoenix, is a unique combination of convenience store and deli. Its shelves, stocked with ramen, banana milk and canned lattes, call to mind convenience stores in South Korea that have gone viral on social media lately. The centerpiece of the small market is...
Budget airline adds new routes from Phoenix area
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — A low-cost airline is adding more nonstop flight options for travelers out of the Valley. Allegiant Airlines introduced three new routes out of Mesa Gateway Airport, starting early next year. La Crosse, Wisconsin via La Crosse Regional Airport (LSE) beginning Feb. 6, 2026,, with one-way...
Mesa man accused of murder after victim dies in alleged unprovoked stabbing
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Police have announced an arrest in connection with a fight that ended in stabbing in a Mesa neighborhood in late September that turned deadly. Mesa police said Tuesday that 29-year-old Robert Castillo was arrested on accusations of second-degree murder and aggravated assault charges. Officers...
1 dead following crash along I-17: DPS
PHOENIX - Officials with the Arizona Department of Public Safety say a person has died as a result of a crash that happened along a portion of the I-17 near north Phoenix on Nov. 18. What we know:. The crash happened in the area of I-17 and Jomax Road. Per...
A Phoenix Woman Shares Her Experiences with Homelessness
This article contains content summarized with GPT-4. Learn more. A woman living on the streets of Phoenix shares her experiences in a recent interview. She discusses the daily challenges faced by people without shelter. She also talks about navigating city policies and maintaining family connections. Her account...
Suspect caught 45 minutes after alleged $200,000 Phoenix burglary
A suspect who allegedly stole over $200,000 in items, including jewelry and family heirlooms, from a Phoenix home was arrested within 45 minutes of the initial call to police on Sept. 30. Police credit the quick apprehension to clear home security camera footage, which allowed for immediate identification, and a...
13 Arizona Friday Fish Fries Locals Say Are Worth Every Minute In Line
Arizona has a way of surprising you on a Friday night. Drive past the big chain seafood spots and you’ll notice parking lots filling beside parish halls, VFW posts, and little diners where the neon hums softly. Step inside and the scene is unmistakable: volunteers moving with practiced rhythm,...
