Rebekah Baptiste’s Desperate Escape: Police Overlook Abuse Claims Before Fatal Tragedy
A Young Girl’s Bold Plea for Safety (Image Credits: Unsplash) Phoenix, Arizona – A chilling police report has emerged detailing how 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste sought refuge from ongoing abuse at a local gas station, only for authorities to close the case months before her death from suspected torture. A Young...
Federal Crackdown: 135 Charged In Arizona Border Sweep, Including Guide In ‘Carpet Booties’
Federal prosecutors in Arizona closed out 2025 and rang in the new year with a significant surge in immigration enforcement, filing criminal charges against 135 individuals in a span of just seven days. From Dec. 27 through Jan. 2, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona processed dozens...
Arizona Judges Launch Effort Seeking Quicker Resolutions to Death Penalty Cases
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8 No-Frills BBQ Joints In Arizona That Serve Outrageously Good Briskets
Craving mouthwatering brisket from no-nonsense BBQ spots in Arizona?. These 8 smoky havens offer tender, juicy meats without any fancy frills!. 1. Joe’s Real BBQ (Gilbert) That brick building with the Arizona flag proudly displayed isn’t trying to impress you with looks. Joe’s Real BBQ in downtown Gilbert...
E-cigarette company to pay $460K for illegally selling tobacco, nicotine to minors in Arizona
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — An electronic cigarette company with several Valley locations must pay back thousands of dollars for illegally selling tobacco and nicotine to underage customers, according to Arizona’s attorney general. Attorney General Kris Mayes announced on Monday that Pro Source Supply LLC, Pro Source Vapes...
2 Arizona employers reported mass layoffs in December
Two Arizona employers posted notice of upcoming mass layoffs in December, including a Valley hotel closing and a Pinal County food manufacturer. Nationally, workers at Amazon, one of the state’s largest employers , will likely see a large-scale layoff. The ecommerce giant laid off about 14,000 corporate employees in...
Arizona Emerges as a Hub for MMA with Top Fighters and Facilities
Arizona: The Emerging Powerhouse of Mixed Martial Arts. In the ever-evolving landscape of sports, few have seen as much growth in recent years as mixed martial arts (MMA). Nestled in the heart of this global phenomenon is Arizona, a state swiftly gaining recognition as a hub for MMA enthusiasts and fighters alike.
Police searching for missing mother and son last seen in Mesa
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — Mesa police are asking the public for help in finding a missing mother and her baby son. Authorities say Shvonne Honie was last seen around 1 p.m. on Friday after leaving her home and taking her son for a walk near Ellsworth and Guadalupe roads. Honie was pushing her son, Jakari Gray, in a...
Community asking City of Mesa for permanent memorial for Emily Pike
The Mesa community is asking the city for a permanent memorial for the 14-year-old girl killed last year, whose murder remains unsolved.
This Arizona Seafood Shack Serves Crab Worth Driving Across the State For
Craving crab so sweet and clean it tastes like the ocean breezed into the desert? Buck & Rider in Phoenix nails it, flying in pristine seafood daily and plating it with effortless style. You get raw bar sparkle, buttery warmth, and cocktails that make the sunset hit different on the patio. If you love crab, this is...
