Chandler police officer offers a helping hand instead of citing driver
CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — An East Valley police officer could have issued a citation, but instead, he went out of his way to help a driver in need. Body-cam video from Chandler Police Officer Kararia shows him pulling over a woman for driving with unregistered plates. The officer discovered that the woman had her new...
Tempe red light cameras nab more than 2,200 traffic violations in 2 weeks
PHOENIX — The Tempe Police Department released data after red light cameras were installed earlier this month at some of its busiest intersections. Data collected June 6-20 found more than 2,200 violations, including red light running and speeding. What violations did Tempe red light cameras catch?. The numbers...
Police ID person killed by family member in Phoenix shooting
Kai's Place, an Arizona-based cat rescue, says they were called to a possible animal abuse case near South Mountain this week. Mickaela Castillo reports. Preston Lord's parents have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the parents of Jacob Meisner, one of the suspects in his death. Man hit, killed while...
The Mashed Potatoes At This No-Fuss Restaurant In Arizona Are Out-Of-This-World Delicious
Sometimes the most extraordinary culinary experiences hide in the most ordinary-looking places, and Big Nate’s Family BBQ in Mesa proves this delicious point with every plate they serve. You might drive past this unassuming spot a dozen times without noticing it, but locals know – this is where barbecue...
As some school districts start in July, families raise concerns about heat
It may feel like school just let out for summer break, but in three weeks, several East Valley school districts will be welcoming students back into buildings.
Convicted Pima County child molester arrested in Ukraine
What Tucson residents can expect after plan for direct train service to Phoenix moves forward. Federal transportation officials have officially signed off on the first step for making a direct rail system from Tucson to Phoenix a reality. Tucson Mall robbery suspect appears in court. Updated: 5 hours ago. Keyon...
Queen Creek sees highest year-over-year percentage growth in the Valley
The town is focusing on bringing in big companies to expand the economy as it experiences the highest year-over-year percentage of growth in Arizona, according to new U.S. Census Bureau data.
Prime Steak Concepts – Owner of Dominick’s Steakhouse, Steak 44, Ocean 44 and Durant’s...
Situated on the Idyllic Camelback Lake in McCormick Ranch, closed its doors June 30 and will be followed by the demo and new build for a brand new concept from Scottsdale based Prime Steak Concepts. Locally and family-owned Prime Steak Concepts is pleased to announce it has acquired the property...
Phoenix man arrested, accused of ‘ear cropping & tail docking’ dogs while unlicensed
PHOENIX - A man is accused of animal abuse after 16 dogs were rescued from a west Phoenix garage. Authorities say he was allegedly performing unlicensed surgeries on animals inside. What we know:. There's a prevalent foul smell coming from the home near Lower Buckeye Road and 75th Avenue where...
Iranian national and wife federally indicted over alleged threat to shoot ICE officers in...
PHOENIX — A federal grand jury returned an indictment on June 24, against Iranian national Mehrzad Asadi Eidivand, 40, and his wife Linet Vartanniavartanians, 37, a U.S. citizen, following alleged threats against Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers. According to court documents, on June 21, ICE...