Retired Firefighter and Scottsdale First Responder Exhibit Heroism in Arizona Rescue Missions
In the unforgiving terrains of Arizona, where the heat often reaches extremes, two recent incidents have thrown the spotlight on the heroics of those who confront these harsh conditions to save others. A retired firefighter, John Zeto, found himself back in action, drawing on a lifetime of experience to aid...
Silver Alert issued for missing 28-year-old man last seen in Phoenix
PHOENIX — Authorities issued a Silver Alert on Tuesday for a missing 28-year-old man last seen in Phoenix. Anzuruni Saidi was last seen on foot in the area of North 25th Drive and West Glendale Avenue on Monday, according to the Arizona Department of Public Safety. Saidi, who only...
Mother dog painted with rainbow leopard spots abandoned in scorching heat tethered to fence
Not only was a sweet five-year-old, nursing mother dog found abandoned and tethered to a chain link fence in Phoenix, Arizona, the temperature outdoors in the scorching heat registered at 99 degrees. According to the Arizona Humane Society (AHS) a call had been received from a concerned neighbor on May...
2 Arizona Rangers, a husband and wife, found shot dead in Taylor home
PHOENIX — Police are investigating after a husband and wife were found shot dead in their northern Arizona home on Sunday. Troy Templeton, 62, and Cynthia Templeton, 53, were members of the Arizona Rangers, but authorities said their deaths were not related to their service with the volunteer law enforcement...
Arizona Wins Fifth Consecutive Gold Shovel Award Recognizing Best-In-Class Economic Momentum
PHOENIX, AZ (June 18, 2025) – In recognition of yet another banner year for economic development wins, Arizona today received a prestigious “Gold Shovel” award from Area Development Magazine in the 5-8 million state population category, marking the state’s fifth consecutive gold shovel. The Shovel Awards recognize...
SUV hits, kills man driving scooter on McDowell Road
A 35-year-old man died while driving his scooter Tuesday morning following a collision with an SUV in the 700 block of West McDowell Road, police said. The crash occurred about 9:05 a.m. June 17
Fatal Heat Dome Breaks Temperature Records Across Southwest
Record-Breaking Phoenix Temperatures Shatter Century-Old Marks Record-Breaking Phoenix Temperatures Shatter Century-Old Marks (image credits: wikimedia) When thermometers hit 113 degrees in Phoenix this past June, ... Read more The post Fatal Heat Dome Breaks Temperature Records Across Southwest appeared first on...
NEW at The Mexicano: All-Day Happy Hour + All-You-Can-Eat Tacos
The Mexicano is unveiling two exciting additions just in time for summer with the launching of ALL-DAY happy hour, meaning guests no longer have to wait for afternoon deals to get the fiesta started OR break the bank for a delicious bite to eat. All-Day Happy Hour specials include: (available...
Measles vaccination urged as infected traveler passes through Sky Harbor airport
Health officials are urging Arizonans to check their vaccination records following confirmation that a person infected with measles passed through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
These 8 metro Phoenix Mexican restaurants that quietly closed will return. Here’s when
All eight Filiberto's locations that closed abruptly in early June will reopen, according to the restaurant's real estate broker. The anticipated reopening date is July 1. During the week of June 2, eight Filiberto's across metro Phoenix closed with no explanation. Signs on the doors announced the closures, which...