Liberty High School wrestler says he came forward to protect his little brother from...
PHOENIX — Liberty High School wrestler Ryder Fortenberry said he came forward with hazing allegations against the wrestling program in order to change the culture and protect his little brother. During an interview on KTAR News’ The Chris & Joe Show, Fortenberry said a lot of things factored into...
Dad of Mesa woman stabbed 22 times raising awareness about domestic violence
MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — The father of a domestic violence survivor is sharing his daughter’s story in hopes of bringing more awareness to this widespread crime and its impact. On Aug. 22, Donald Hume says his daughter in Mesa was stabbed 22 times after her ex-boyfriend broke into...
Lawmakers hold closed-door meeting amid probe into DCS
PHOENIX — Lawmakers held a closed-door stakeholder meeting following the high-profile murders of three kids known to the Department of Child Safety. Elected officials, law enforcement, and tribal leaders discussed crucial improvements to the child welfare system. "There are some gaps, but we're working towards them,"...
Student arrested after allegedly burying a gun outside Phoenix high school
PHOENIX — A student is in custody after allegedly burying a handgun just outside the entrance of a Phoenix high school. >> Download the 12News app for the latest local breaking news straight to your phone. Phoenix police said a staff member told a school resource officer for Mountain...
This 1950s-Themed Arizona Diner Serves Some Of The State’s Best Milkshakes
Tucked away in the Arizona desert, Nana Dee’s Diner in Mesa feels less like a restaurant and more like a step back in time. With its checkerboard floors, chrome trim, and bold red booths, it captures the spirit of the 1950s in every detail. The food is hearty and...
LIVE UPDATES: Monsoon storms bring heavy rains, high winds, dust to the Valley
Powerful monsoon storms are moving across Arizona, bringing rain, high winds, dust, and lightning to the Valley.
WHAT TO EXPECT: Valley rain chances ramp up Thursday and Friday
Thursday will be an ABC15 Weather Action Day as the threat of storms may potentially impact your evening commute. Remnant moisture from Hurricane Lorena will get caught up in our monsoon flow and significantly increase storm chances Thursday evening into Friday across the Valley. We could see blowing dust, damaging...
Pastor asks community for help after Phoenix church fire
PHOENIX - A pastor is asking the Phoenix community for help after a fire caused $12,000 in property damage at Life Changers Global Ministries, located near 7th Street and Broadway Road, on Sunday night. What we know:. The fire destroyed a brand-new mobile building, which was meant to serve as...
Silver Alert issued for 68-year-old woman last seen in west Phoenix
PHOENIX – Authorities issued a Silver Alert on Wednesday for a missing Phoenix woman. Dinah Nyiramasaka, 68, was last seen on Tuesday at 1 p.m. at her apartment near 38th Avenue and McDowell Road, according to the alert. Nyiramasaka is 5 feet, 1 inch tall and weighs 106 pounds,...
Man found dead was killed in targeted attack, Scottsdale police say
SCOTTSDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Police are searching for a killer after a man was found dead at a Scottsdale townhome earlier this week. Investigators said 67-year-old Frank Quaranta was killed at his house near 68th Street and McDowell Road “in a targeted attack.”. Police found his body on...