Scottsdale AZ

Phoenix’s crackdown on abandoned shopping carts could soon be blocked by a bill sitting on the governor’s desk. The city says its ordinance has helped collect thousands of dumped carts, but the bill’s sponsor says businesses shouldn’t be charged when their property is stolen. Now, only a veto can stop the statewide cha

A suspect wanted for a sex crime against a child died Thursday night following a shooting involving Phoenix police officers, the department said. Authorities used a Grappler device to stop the suspect's car, a man between 50 and 60 years old, before the officer-involved shooting happened. The Arizona Department of...

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — State lawmakers are voting on a budget proposal that could slash up to $10 million from social service programs, including food assistance, unemployment benefits and Meals on Wheels programs that serve seniors in need. The proposed cuts come as Arizona families are already reeling from federal...

Sharing a border with Mexico comes with a serious culinary reputation to uphold, and Phoenix restaurants have risen to the occasion. Across the Valley, chefs are embracing the diverse flavors and traditions of Mexico through mesquite-grilled meats, handmade tortillas, house-made guacamole, and ingredients sourced from

An Arizona-based ammunition company has developed an anti-drone rifle cartridge designed to give American soldiers a more effective way to shoot down enemy unmanned aircraft systems. Drone Round Defense partnered with Freedom Munitions in Idaho to manufacture the multi-projectile ammunition, which functions inside a st

Arizona’s housing market is not giving buyers one clean story. In some places, prices have...

A 72-year-old Arizona woman who was struck by an allegedly drunk and unlicensed driver while walking to a bus stop has died after spending nearly two months battling catastrophic injuries. The case has sparked outrage among friends and community members after investigators revealed that the driver admitted he knew he h

Juneteenth is being celebrated by communities across metro Phoenix this month with concerts, culural performances and events highlighting Black history and culture. Festivals, pageants and community gatherings take place in cities across the Valley, including Scottsdale, Tempe, Avondale and Chandler. Juneteenth is obse

NEWARK, NJ (AZFamily) — A protester from Phoenix was charged with assault on a federal law enforcement officer for punching a federal agent in the face during a protest in New Jersey last week, federal prosecutors said. According to court documents, on Friday, June 5, officers and special agents...

Tucked along East Camelback Road in Phoenix, Thrift to Thrive is not your average secondhand shop. Shoppers from all over Arizona make the trip just to browse its beautifully organized aisles filled with clothing, home decor, furniture, and one-of-a-kind treasures. What makes this place extra special is the cause behin