Phoenix Zoo reports over $300K of damage from storm
The Phoenix Zoo was one of the areas in East Phoenix and Tempe that was severely affected by the microburst storm on Monday, Oct. 13. Because of such severe damage, the zoo is calling for donations
JoJo’s Shake Bar closes after two years at Scottsdale Quarter
The Scottsdale location posted a letter online regarding the closure and thanked its customers, inviting them to other locations around the country.
Prayers Pouring In After ‘Horrific’ U.S. Intersection Crash Kills 2, Injures 2
Prayers are pouring in after two people were killed and others were injured in a "horrific" Wednesday afternoon crash. The deadly crash happened in north Phoenix. It happened the intersection of 35th Avenue and Union Hills Drive. One of the vehicles was found upside down. "The Phoenix Police ...
Tempe mops up after worst storm in decades
Cleanup is under way across Tempe in the wake of a microburst storm Monday afternoon with 71 mph winds that dumped three-quarters of an inch of rain in 15 minutes, tore roofs off buildings, downed thousands of trees and power lines, seriously damaged businesses and homes, and displaced about 130 people, according to...
Doctors warn against playing in Phoenix area’s standing floodwater
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Medical professionals are urging Valley residents to avoid swimming or playing in standing water that has accumulated after recent heavy rainfall. They are warning that contaminated floodwater poses serious health risks. Despite the tempting sight of swimming or kayaking in temporary lakes and...
Mushrooms are popping up across the Valley. Here’s one you should avoid.
PHOENIX — After a week of historic rainfall across the Valley, mushrooms are popping up in parks, lawns, and even along sidewalks. They are a brief burst of life, experts say, that is a natural response to the moisture and cooler temperatures. “We’re seeing them now because, as you...
Teen Flees Police In Corvette Z06 At 142 MPH And Learns What A Grappler...
This driver’s need for speed landed him in serious trouble with Tempe police and could cost him his freedom and a massive fine
Man accused of attacking 4 in downtown Phoenix, killing 1
A 27-year-old man was arrested after allegedly targeting and attacking four people living on the streets. Video showed him using a hammer, and possibly a glass bottle in the assaults, which left a 74-year-old dead.
$1.2M settlement OK’d for family of man shot, killed by Phoenix PD
The Phoenix City Council approved a $1.2 million settlement to the family of Henry Wayne Rivera, who police shot and killed in 2019 during a search for a shooting and kidnapping suspect. Stephanie Duprey reports.
Judge denies accused killer’s motion, preventing 20th delay in case
PHOENIX — Sunday marked five years since Mercedes Vega was robbed at gunpoint outside of her apartment in Phoenix. Two and a half years later, officials say she was murdered by the same man who robbed her in an effort to prevent her from testifying against him. But he...
