Man dies in Tuesday morning Central Avenue collision with light rail
A 28-year-old man died Tuesday morning at the scene of a collision with light rail in the 4100 block of North Central Avenue, police said. Mario Dircio-Castrejon was found by Phoenix officers
11 Arizona Donut Shops Where The Glaze Is Still Warm When The Box Closes
You know that moment when a donut is still warm, the glaze glistening and barely set, and the box shuts with a soft thud. That is the sweet spot this list chases all across Arizona. From classic mom and pop counters to inventive newcomers, these shops keep the fryers humming and the sugar flowing. Bring napkins,...
Phoenix PD searching for suspect after man shot in Maryvale
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Police are looking for a suspect after a man was shot in the face in the Maryvale neighborhood in Phoenix. At about 3 a.m., first responders were dispatched to the area of 45th Avenue and Encanto Boulevard for reports of a shooting, according to the Phoenix Police Department.
East Valley law enforcement agencies step up DUI enforcement on New Year’s Eve
TEMPE, Ariz. — Law enforcement agencies across the Valley are on high alert for drunk and dangerous driving on New Year’s Eve, with a major DUI enforcement operation underway in Tempe. East Valley police departments from Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, and other cities gathered near Arizona State University as...
Police say 15-year-old driver ran a red light in Glendale, leading to a crash
GLENDALE, Ariz. — A crash in Glendale left a pedestrian injured after a 15-year-old driver allegedly ran a red light, the city's police department said. >> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight to your phone. Police responded to a crash on Wednesday evening involving...
Driver almost hit by large firework in Phoenix
PHOENIX — Video captured the moment when a firework was launched in the middle of a Phoenix neighborhood and almost hit a car as it was driving by. It happened over the weekend near the intersection of 18th Avenue and Peoria Avenue. The video, taken by Benjamin Lozano's home security cameras in Sunnyslope, shows at...
Glendale Police to use ShotSpotter tech to track New Year’s Eve gunfire
GLENDALE, Ariz. - As the Valley prepares for a loud New Year’s Eve, the Glendale Police Department is using specialized technology and dedicated patrols to distinguish between holiday fireworks and illegal gunfire. What we know:. Police are utilizing ShotSpotter, a system of strategic microphones designed to detect...
Arizona man wanted for murder arrested in Whitley County
Horace Gyles, 38, was arrested in Whitley County on Tuesday for murder charges in Arizona, as well as cultivation of marijuana, buying or possessing drug paraphernalia, and being a fugitive from another state.
Watch: Uber passengers share video of terrifying ride with Phoenix driver
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Two separate groups of Uber passengers say they feared for their lives during rides with the same driver in Phoenix on Dec. 19. Yuki Momohara and her boyfriend called an Uber from midtown Phoenix when they noticed something was wrong with their driver’s behavior. “Yes,...
The sizeable outlet center in Arizona many shoppers say outperforms expectations
If you think all outlet malls feel the same, Phoenix Premium Outlets in Chandler might change your mind. With a 4.5 star rating across thousands of reviews, this open air center blends strong brand selection with easy navigation and solid amenities. You get real deals, clean spaces, and a stress...

















