Gilbert Fire shutters mall as ‘safety risk’
Some businesses and even some of their customers were left scrambling last week after Gilbert Fire and Rescue issued an emergency closure order and evacuated a strip mall at 1111 North Gilbert Road. Stating the building “poses an immediate safety risk, necessitating a full evacuation and closure,” Gilbert Fire said...
ASU moves to seize, raze historic Phoenix home to build medical school
Among the newly developed high-rises, cycle studios and breweries in the Evans-Churchill neighborhood of downtown Phoenix sits a quaint Queen Anne-style house. The Louis Emerson House, built by its namesake in 1902, is one of the few single-family homes still standing in this neighborhood, known for Roosevelt Row. But
Police working to negotiate with armed person at Motel 6 in Mesa
MESA, AZ — Mesa police are asking the public to avoid the area north of US 60 along Country Club Drive while they work to negotiate with an assault suspect. Officers were first called to the area of Country Club and Hampton Avenue around 5:30 a.m. for reports of a person armed with a knife, threatening guests and emplo
Thousands cited through Phoenix photo traffic enforcement
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Phoenix traffic cameras are catching tens of thousands of speeders, and many are getting citations in the mail. The cameras have recorded more than 132,000 events as of May 31, with 17,600 of those resulting in traffic citations being mailed. The program began issuing citations on...
Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run crash near Cave Creek and Greenway roads on Tuesday morning
PHOENIX — A deadly hit-and-run crash involving a bicyclist near a busy north Phoenix intersection is under investigation on Tuesday morning. The crash occurred around 6 a.m. near Cave Creek and Greenway roads. When officers arrived at the scene, they found a bicyclist who was in critical condition at...
8 Arizona Towns Where Homebuyers Could Get Priced Out Faster Than They Think
Arizona’s housing story is starting to sound familiar again, and for buyers, that is the uncomfortable part. Across the U.S., the 2026 market is expected to move slowly, with forecasting only a 2.2% national home price increase and mortgage rates averaging about 6.3%. Yet Arizona is not moving like one single market. S
Knoxville man federally charged after kilogram of meth, other drugs found in ATF raid:...
The DOJ said a trial is set to begin July 28, and if convicted, he faces a sentence of 15 years to life in prison.
Taco Comeback America’s Taco Shop Reclaims Melrose Spot on Seventh Avenue
America's Taco Shop is heading back to Phoenix's Melrose District this month, taking over the longtime Melrose Kitchen space at 4306 N. Seventh Ave. The move marks the restaurant's first Melrose presence since its 7th Avenue location closed in 2014. Owners plan to start with limited hours while the team settles into th
Realtors Predict These 11 Cities Will Become Unaffordable by 2028
Realtors say these fast-growing cities could become far less affordable by 2028 as home prices, demand, and living costs continue to rise exponentially.
Global-inspired egg roll restaurant debuts in Tempe
TEMPE, AZ (AZFamily) — A new restaurant is letting customers explore different types of egg rolls from around the world, without ever having to leave the East Valley!. Eggroll Xpress is now open in Tempe, with a rotating menu featuring egg rolls inspired by cuisines from around the world.

















