City of Wilmington denies all discrimination claims in former DEI director lawsuit
The City of Wilmington has filed a response denying allegations of racial discrimination and wrongful termination in a lawsuit brought forward by the city’s former Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Director Kimberly Carson.
14 Arizona restaurants serving green chile burritos so good locals can’t stop ordering them
Arizona has a serious love affair with green chile burritos, and honestly, it’s easy to see why. Stuffed with slow-cooked meats, tangy roasted chiles, and all the right toppings, these burritos hit differently than anything you’d find at a chain restaurant. From Phoenix to Tucson, local spots have...
Single mother of 11 overcomes hearing loss, earns master’s degree
PHOENIX — Heather Porter, a single mother of 11, crossed the graduation stage at Grand Canyon University, celebrating a milestone shaped by years of setbacks and determination. “I questioned the whole time… there’s been lots of tears throughout this program,” Porter said. The Arizona mother earned...
Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa closes after crash
PHOENIX – The westbound Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway closed in Mesa on Thursday after a crash, authorities said. The closure went into effect around 5:45 p.m. due to a crash near Gilbert Road. There is no estimated reopening time. The eastbound lanes were unaffected. Drivers were told to...
Chandler couple’s horse ‘So Happy’ chases history at the Kentucky Derby
Ana and Hans Maron have attended the Kentucky Derby for years as fans, but this year they are heading to Churchill Downs as the owners of a competing horse named So Happy.
HonorHealth completes $170 million expansion at Deer Valley Medical Center
HonorHealth, a Valley-based nonprofit healthcare system, is nearing completion of a transformative renovation and expansion at HonorHealth Deer Valley Medical Center – marking a major milestone in expanding access to high-quality care for the rapidly growing north Phoenix community. LOCAL NEWS: Here’s how HonorHealth is revolutionizing patient care.
212° Shabu Shabu brings immersive dining experience to Tempe
Kaos Hospitality, the development company behind the glamorous Three Thirty Three restaurant, announced that its newest concept, 212° Shabu Shabu, located at 410 N. Scottsdale Rd., will open on Monday, May 11. DEEPER DIVE: Here are the winners of the 2026 Foodist Awards. The grand opening celebration will begin...
Mesa airport warns ICE facility’s landlord that overcrowding may violate its lease
The Mesa airport that houses a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement temporary holding facility warned the building’s owner that the overcrowding witnessed by members of Congress and documented by the Arizona Mirror could violate the building’s lease. “Any occupancy beyond the approved capacity of the facility may be in violation of City of Mesa Fire […]
Armed woman shot by officer inside Scottsdale PD substation, police say
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A woman is hospitalized after she allegedly pointed a gun at police staffers before being shot at a Scottsdale PD substation Thursday morning. Just before 10 a.m., authorities reported a shooting at the Scottsdale Police McKellips Station near McKellips and Miller roads. Police received reports...
MCAO: Phoenix officer who shot, killed wrong man in January will not be charged
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell announced Thursday her office will not charge the Phoenix Police Officer who shot and killed a homeowner who had disarmed a gunman in January.
