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Phoenix police searching for driver after man struck, killed in Maryvale

Updated: 53 minutes ago

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By Ben Bradley

A man is dead after he was hit by a car while crossing the street in Maryvale, as police search for the driver responsible.

1 seriously injured, 5 others hurt after head-on crash in Maryvale

Updated: 1 hour ago

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By Brian Petersheim Jr. and Gibby Parra

One person was seriously hurt, and several others were hospitalized after a head-on crash in Maryvale Thursday morning.

Man seriously hurt after shooting in Maryvale

Updated: 2 hours ago

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By Brian Petersheim Jr.

A man is seriously hurt after a shooting in Maryvale on Thursday morning.

‘The Drama’ Review: Zendaya and Robert Pattinson dare you to speak now or forever hold your peace

Updated: 5 hours ago

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By Hunter V Norris

'The Drama' is a brilliantly layered piece of filmmaking that breaks down all preconceived notions and expectations you might have of a romantic comedy-drama starring big stars like Zendaya and Robert Pattinson.

Court rules government ignored cattle damage to Agua Fria National Monument

Updated: 10 hours ago

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By Morgan Loew

A federal judge ruled land managers failed to consider cattle damage to the Agua Fria National Monument when approving grazing leases.

Federal court upholds monument near Grand Canyon, stopping new mining

Updated: 11 hours ago

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By David Baker

Federal judges have upheld the 2023 creation of a new monument near Grand Canyon National Park.

Dead lobster in tank, 3-week old expired chicken found at Phoenix-area eateries

Updated: 11 hours ago

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By AZFamily Digital News Staff

This week's Dirty Dining report cited Valley spots for issues like a dead lobster in a tank, no sanitizer and unsafe food temperatures.

West Phoenix woman, daughter mistakenly declared dead by state health plan

Updated: 11 hours ago

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By Austin Walker

A west Phoenix family says a routine checkup turned surreal when a mother and daughter were told their insurance was canceled because they were listed as dead.

Soaring gas prices impact Mesa nonprofit’s life-saving flights overseas

Updated: 11 hours ago

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By Karina Rubio

A nonprofit based in Mesa says rising fuel costs are making it harder to provide critical medical flights to remote communities in Papua New Guinea.

Arizona space experts celebrate connections, successful launch of Artemis II

Updated: 12 hours ago

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By Zach Prelutsky

Arizona has deep ties to NASA’s Artemis II mission, from rocket parts built in the state to research, testing and astronaut training.

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Lake Pleasant burro round up draws criticism from animal rescue group

Updated: 12 hours ago

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By Steven Sarabia

The round up aims to reduce the wild burro herd at Lake Pleasant from 2,300 to as few as 140 animals.

Community gathers in Scottsdale to mourn death of missing Indigenous woman

Updated: 13 hours ago

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By Lauren Kobley

Dozens gathered in Scottsdale to mourn the death of Passion Schurz, a missing Indigenous woman who was found dead in a canal over the weekend.

Stalking suspect crossed continents to reach victim in Yuma, police say

Updated: 13 hours ago

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By David Baker

A man who lived in Denmark is accused of traveling to Yuma to stalk a victim in a situation that lasted for years.

US Army test site in Yuma used to evaluate parachutes for NASA’s Artemis II flight

Updated: 14 hours ago

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By Karina Bazarte

The Orion capsule parachute system underwent developmental testing at the Yuma Proving Ground ahead of NASA's Artemis II mission.

Attorney disciplined for AI-generated fake cases in Phoenix Suns lawsuit

Updated: 14 hours ago

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By Amy Cutler and Cody Lillich

A federal judge says court filings in a Phoenix Suns discrimination case included made-up legal citations.

Arizona State University researcher warns against overtrusting AI in Iran strikes

Updated: 14 hours ago

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By Derek Staahl

A report examines the risks of using artificial intelligence in military operations, highlighting concerns about reliability, human oversight, and the potential for serious errors in high-stakes situations.

How AI is changing the odds for melanoma patients

Updated: 14 hours ago

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By Derek Staahl

AI is changing care for melanoma patients but one major flaw still threatens the promise.

Two Peoria high school teachers accused of sexual conduct with same student

Updated: 15 hours ago

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By Micaela Marshall

Two former teachers at Centennial High School in Peoria are accused of sexual conduct with the same teenage boy.

Pima County deputy fired after kidnapping arrest

Updated: 15 hours ago

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By Michael Cooper

The Pima County Sheriff’s Department confirmed 22-year-old Travis Reynolds was fired as a deputy after he was arrested on a kidnapping charge.

Man indicted for attempted murder after shooting involving DEA agents in Phoenix

Updated: 15 hours ago

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By Lauren Kobley

A man in the U.S. illegally who shot at DEA agents in Phoenix in February was indicted for attempted murder and other charges, federal officials said.

AI technology helps reduce falls at Arizona senior living communities

Updated: 16 hours ago

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By Jason Barry

A new AI system is helping Arizona senior living communities spot health changes before a fall happens.

Maricopa County tests new early voting options as federal restrictions loom

Updated: 16 hours ago

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By Alexis Dominguez

Maricopa County officials held a mock election to test new early voting options that could make the process faster and more secure, even as President Trump moves to restrict mail-in voting at the federal level.

Dozens of pets in jeopardy as rent hike puts Phoenix shelter at risk of closing

Updated: 16 hours ago

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By Mickaela Castillo

Dozens of rescued animals at a Phoenix animal sanctuary are at risk of losing their home due to rising rent prices.

NAU professor will help train future Artemis astronauts to land on the Moon

Updated: 16 hours ago

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By Mason Carroll

Flagstaff is known as a tourist destination, but for the scientific community, it holds a deeper legacy, especially when it comes to space.

Man accused of murder after shooting left 1 dead, 1 hurt in downtown Tempe

Updated: 17 hours ago

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By Ben Bradley

A man has been arrested in connection with a deadly shooting in downtown Tempe over the weekend.

Kingman interchange easing Las Vegas-Phoenix traffic hits 70% completion

Updated: 17 hours ago

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By Lauren Kobley

ADOT has completed about 70% of the freeway interchange connecting U.S. 93 to I-40 in Kingman.

Gov. Hobbs signs bill repealing observance of César Chávez Day in Arizona

Updated: 21 hours ago

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By Alexis Cortez

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs has signed a bill that ends observance of César Chávez Day in the state.

Peoria man accused of murdering parents for ‘putting him on medication’

Updated: 21 hours ago

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By David Baker and Alexis Cortez

A Peoria man is accused of murdering his parents over a dispute about his medication Tuesday night, according to newly released court documents.

Woman struck, killed following crash involving semi-truck on US 60 in Mesa

Updated: 21 hours ago

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By Ben Bradley

A woman is dead after she was struck by a vehicle following a crash on an East Valley highway Wednesday morning.

Phoenix woman gets $8,400 renovation deposit back after refund fight

Updated: 22 hours ago

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By Susan Campbell

A Phoenix woman turned to On Your Side after she canceled her bathroom renovation contact, but faced delays getting her money back.

Sweet Expansion: Phoenix bakery opens new dessert shop in Scottsdale

Updated: 22 hours ago

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By Jaime Cerreta

One Valley bakery is expanding its reach with a new boutique dessert shop.

Questions outnumber answers as Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance marks 2 months

Updated: 23 hours ago

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By Alaina Kwan

Nancy Guthrie, the mother of “Today” show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for two months, and investigators say they are still working through evidence with no public breakthrough announced.

Trial start date uncertain as suspects in Preston Lord’s murder appear in court

Updated: 23 hours ago

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By David Caltabiano and Alexis Cortez

The remaining suspects accused of beating Preston Lord in Queen Creek, leading to the teen’s death, are scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday morning.

ASU professor gives insight into Artemis II mission, future of space exploration

Updated: 24 hours ago

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By Alexis Cortez

Laurie Leshin, professor with ASU’s School of Earth and Space Exploration, spoke about how the Artemis II launch brings NASA one step closer to sending people to the moon again.

Driver flees after hitting, killing pedestrian along SR 87 south of Payson

Updated: Apr. 1, 2026 at 8:34 AM MST

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By Alexis Cortez

Troopers say a driver is accused of hitting and killing a man along the Beeline Highway in northern Arizona late Tuesday night.

Bicyclist seriously hurt after being struck by car in Scottsdale

Updated: Apr. 1, 2026 at 4:47 AM MST

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By Alexis Cortez

A bicyclist is fighting for their life after being struck by a car just east of Old Town Scottsdale early Wednesday morning.

Woman arrested after love triangle argument leads to deadly Mesa shooting

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:23 PM MST

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By Mitchell Koch and David Baker

An overnight fight in Mesa turned deadly after a chaotic argument involving a woman, an ex-girlfriend and a boyfriend.

Man sentenced to 7.5 years for string of vehicle thefts across Phoenix

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:22 PM MST

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By Alexis Cortez and Stephanie Duprey

A man will spend several years behind bars after being convicted of stealing over a dozen vehicles across the Valley.

Loss of engine power led to plane crash in north Phoenix neighborhood, NTSB says

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 10:21 PM MST

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By David Baker and Austin Walker

Investigators say the engine losing power led to a plane crashing into a north Phoenix neighborhood earlier this month.

Doctors warn about ‘gas station heroin’ sold over the counter in Arizona

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:20 PM MST

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By Molly McBride

Doctors are warning about a substance they call “gas station heroin” that is available over the counter at vape stores across Arizona.

Roadway blocked for hours after incident involving train in Tempe

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 9:01 PM MST

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By Ben Bradley

A roadway is closed while crews work to remove a boxcar that fell from a train in Tempe late Tuesday morning.

One teen dead, 4 others hurt in crash at busy intersection in north Peoria

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:57 PM MST

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By Ben Bradley

One teenager is dead, and several others have been injured after a two-vehicle crash in the West Valley early Tuesday afternoon.

Arizona leaders react to Trump’s order on verified voter list, mail-in ballots

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 8:44 PM MST

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By Lauren Kobley, The Associated Press and Zach Prelutsky

Arizona leaders are reacting to President Trump’s executive order to create a nationwide list of verified eligible voters and change mail ballot rules.

Sen. Gallego pushes IRS to raise mileage deduction as gas nears $5 a gallon

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:23 PM MST

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By AZFamily Digital News Staff and Dennis Welch

Sen. Ruben Gallego says workers need a bigger mileage deduction without waiting on Congress.

Suspects arrested in Arizona for multi-state ‘bill washing’ scheme

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:11 PM MST

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By Mitchell Koch and Steven Sarabia

The sheriff’s office says the seized items could have produced about $1.25 million in fraudulent currency.

Husky rescued from Arizona desert after family deported, left him alone for weeks

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 7:08 PM MST

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By Mickaela Castillo

A husky was found wandering alone in the Tucson desert, still waiting for the family who never came home.

San Luis debates Cesar Chavez legacy amid sexual abuse allegations

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:30 PM MST

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By Karina Bazarte

The community of San Luis is wrestling with history and remembrance of Cesar Chavez, weeks after sexual abuse allegations surfaced against him.

Everyday plastic products could get pricier as Iran conflict raises energy costs

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:17 PM MST

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By Micaela Marshall

Experts say the war in Iran could soon make many everyday items more expensive, as disruptions in oil and natural gas markets drive up the cost of producing plastic.

Cactus League attendance climbs for 5th year as over 1.7 million fans visit Arizona

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:13 PM MST

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By Alexis Cortez

Nearly two million fans flocked to Arizona to cheer on their favorite baseball team for spring training.

Phoenix area rent prices decline as supply increases

Updated: Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:41 PM MST

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By Jason Barry

Phoenix-area renters should start to see relief as thousands of new units hit the market.