Arizona’s COVID Modeling Team Recommends a 3-Week Shutdown

Some members of Arizona’s COVID-19 Modeling Team are urging state leaders to impose a three-week shelter-in-place order to avoid a health “catastrophe,” according to a letter sent to the Arizona Department of Health Services. The modeling team is composed of university researchers who have been monitoring the trends related to the coronavirus since the... Read More

Silent Witness Offering Cash Reward to Help Catch Porch Pirates

From Black Friday (November 23) until Christmas Day, Silent Witness will be offering a cash reward to anyone who can provide information leading to the arrest of people suspected of stealing packages.

The Phoenix Police Department announced Wednesday that Silent Witness will extend rewards to include arrests of anyone who steals parcels that are dropped off at homes or businesses.

The misdemeanor of thefts, often referred to as porch pirates, will now be eligible for up to $250.00 cash reward for information leading to an arrest.

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GM Recalls 7 Million Vehicles Due to Airbags

General Motors will recall about 7 million big pickup trucks and SUVs worldwide to replace potentially dangerous Takata air bag inflators. The announcement came Monday after the U.S. government told the automaker it had to recall 6 million of the vehicles in the U.S. GM says it will not fight the decision, even though... Read More

Nevada Murder Suspects Arrested in Arizona

Two men and a woman believed to have been shooting at vehicles in northwestern Arizona and Nevada on Thursday, and linked to a shooting and homicide investigation in Nevada, have been arrested in Arizona, authorities said Friday. The Arizona Department of Public Safety and La Paz County Sheriff’s Office said it received reports early... Read More

Residential Community Breaks Ground Next to The Phoenician Resort

A luxury, private residential community has broken ground next door to The Phoenician in Scottsdale. The planned residential community will feature a variety of condominiums and golf villas and will sit at the foot of Camelback Mountain, overlooking the Phoenician Golf Club. Known as Ascent at The Phoenician, the project will become a true... Read More

Scottsdale Fire Department Toy Drive Underway

Scottsdale Fire has kicked off their Annual Toy Drive to help families in the community. The department is accepting unwrapped toys and gift cards at all of the Scottsdale Fire Department stations and headquarters through Dec. 22. “These donations help make the holiday season a little brighter for many families, especially this year with the... Read More

How to Help Charities Hit Hard by COVID-19

If you’re inclined to support charities, 2020 could be a special year for doing so. The usual nonprofit funding needs have been worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic. Many charitable organizations have seen donations drop and revenue-generating events canceled while grappling with increased demand for their services. One late-October survey, from the Alliance of Arizona... Read More

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park Impacted By COVID-19 Rules

One of Scottsdale’s most popular holiday attractions that has taken place since the 1980’s and one that draws thousands every year can expect an impact from the pandemic. Attendees at the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park’s popular holiday lights event can expect smaller crowds and unfortunately higher ticket prices this year due to health and safety... Read More

MADD & Waymo Launch Drunk Driving Holiday Campaign

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) and National Presenting Sponsor Waymo, an autonomous driving technology company, are kicking off the annual Tie One On for Safety designated driver campaign today to keep everyone safe on our nation’s roads this holiday season. MADD and Waymo are asking everyone to show their commitment to keeping themselves and... Read More

Black Friday Amidst COVID-19

Gone are the days when local news stations would broadcast footage of crowds pouring into big-box stores right after Thanksgiving dinner. In a time when in-person gatherings are risky, retailers are moving away from Black Friday as a single day of deals and making discounts available over an extended period of time. The COVID-19... Read More