Sentencing hearing begins for serial killer convicted of brutal crime spree
Cleophus Cooksey Jr., accused of killing eight people over a three-week span in late 2017, listens during his trial in Maricopa County Superior Court, May 5, 2025, in Phoenix, Ariz. (Mark Henle/The Arizona Republic via AP, Pool, File ) The Arizona Republic The sentencing phase for Cleophus Cooksey Jr., 43, convicted...
Glendale family continues search for stolen support dog over a year later
A Valley family continues searching for their beloved emotional support dog Sir Chauncey, who was allegedly stolen more than a year ago from their front yard in broad daylight.
The Enormous Outlet Mall In Arizona Where You Can Build A New Wardrobe For...
Arizona’s desert landscape hides a fashion oasis where your dollars stretch further than you ever thought possible. The Outlets at Anthem in North Phoenix isn’t just a shopping center—it’s a bargain hunter’s paradise where designer dreams come true without the nightmare price tags. I’ve always...
Vallarta Supermarkets expands to Arizona, plans 15 stores in Phoenix area
Southern California-based Vallarta Supermarkets has made its first inroads into Arizona with plans to open a new store in Glendale in early 2026. Headquartered in Santa Clarita, California, Vallarta has been operating for 40 years, primarily focused on California’s Latino customer base. It has more than 70 stores in...
The Massive Flea Market In Arizona Where You Can Fill A Whole Cart For...
Tucked away in the sun-drenched landscape of Mesa, Arizona lies a bargain hunter’s paradise where your dollars stretch further than you ever thought possible. The Mesa Market Place Swap Meet stands as a monument to the art of the deal, a place where thirty bucks can fill a shopping cart with treasures that would cost...
24 stolen guinea pigs found alive in Phoenix after Tucson-area sanctuary theft
Nearly all of the 25 guinea pigs stolen from a Tucson-area animal sanctuary were recovered after a multi-agency investigation led authorities to a Phoenix home, where 24 of the animals were found alive. One had died before it was able to be rescued, said Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos in a news release. On Sept. 23,...
Arizona cities are taking different approaches to regulate large water users like data centers
A number of Arizona cities have adopted rules restricting water deliveries to users who use a lot of water. Many of these cities have done this recently — including Tucson this summer — but Chandler approved its ordinance a decade ago. The notion of large water users is...
At Least 4 People Dead, Multiple Missing as ‘Unthinkable’ Flash Floods Hit Arizona
At least four people have died, and dozens more are reported missing following severe flooding in Arizona, authorities said. After intense rainfall on Friday, Sept. 26, three residents of Globe were found dead amid floodwaters. Mayor Al Gameros described the situation as an “unthinkable, devastating” event in a...
Bear runs loose in Arizona grocery store
ORO VALLEY, Ariz — A bear made an unexpected visit to Fry's grocery store on Oracle Road in Oro Valley this morning. The bear entered the store briefly, causing a stir among shoppers and staff. Fortunately, no one was injured during the incident. The bear was reportedly last seen...
Memorial held for Uber driver struck, killed by suspected drunk driver in Gilbert
Family and friends gathered to remember Nicole Snell who was killed while driving an Uber by a 35-year-old suspected drunk driver who was speeding through a red light in Gilbert.

















