‘Soul-crushing’ theft stalls mobile barbershop for Phoenix homeless
PHOENIX - For 18 months, Darryl Brandt has used a transformed city bus to deliver more than 1,200 free haircuts to people experiencing homelessness across the Phoenix metro area. But the mobile barbershop that he calls a "vehicle for change" is now stalled following a New Year’s catalytic converter theft....
Bystander Narrowly Avoids Stray Bullet During New Year’s Phoenix Firework Show: ‘What Is Wrong...
One would like to see a New Year’s Eve go without incident, but sadly, that’s not always the case. During the celebrations, one bystander in Phoenix, Arizona, almost got hit with a stray bullet while watching the New Year’s celebration fireworks. Fortunately, the bullet only hit a yard ornament. However, in a more...
14 Arizona Tamale Shops Where The Masa Stays Fluffy And The Filling Stays Generous
Craving tamales where the masa is light, steamy, and never dry, and the fillings actually overflow the husk? You are in the right place. These Arizona icons prove that tradition and patience still rule, from Tucson legends to Phoenix neighborhood staples. Bring an appetite and a little curiosity, because the best...
Gilbert park ranger hops into action to save bunny stuck in car door
GILBERT, AZ (AZFamily) — When a bunny’s life was on the line, one Gilbert park ranger stepped in for an unlikely rescue. On Dec. 30, 2025, Antonio Espinoza called the Gilbert Park Rangers office after a bunny got trapped in the driver’s side fender of his vehicle.
Two Fatalities in Phoenix Gang-Related Clash Lead to Multiple Arrests as Suspect Is Extradited...
In a tragic culmination of what appears to be gang-related violence, the Phoenix Police Department has been piecing together a deadly incident involving rival motorcycle groups. The confrontation, which occurred on Nov. 28 near a downtown Phoenix freeway ramp, ended with two fatalities and has now led to multiple...
Judge denies parole hearing to killer serving life for 1996 shooting
More than 25 years after his brother was gunned down in central Phoenix, Dan Levey sued to keep his older brother’s killer in prison. After a year-and-a-half court battle, that’s where the convicted killer will stay. “I don’t see any redeeming reason to let this person out,” Dan...
Police investigate stabbings during ‘large’ New Year’s Eve fight in East Valley
Four people were stabbed just before midnight Dec. 31 during a fight at an apartment complex near Gilbert and Broadway roads, Mesa police said. Officers were called to the scene about 11:40 p.m.
2 hospitalized after shooting in west Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Two people were hospitalized after a shooting in west Phoenix early Thursday morning. Just before 4:30 a.m., first responders were dispatched to a neighborhood near 33rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road. When officers arrived, they found that two people had been shot. Both were transported to...
New rapid test for Valley Fever could revolutionize diagnosis in Arizona
A new rapid test for Valley Fever developed in Phoenix is getting ready to go on the market and will be a game-changer for doctors in diagnosing the disease.
South Phoenix New Year’s morning stabbing leaves man dead
Phoenix Police detectives are investigating an early New Year's morning stabbing that left one man dead in south Phoenix according to a press release.

















