FBI Warns of Increase in Sextortion Schemes Targeting Young Boys

Now that schools across Arizona are on summer break and young people have more unsupervised time online, the FBI Phoenix Field Office is warning parents and caregivers about an increase in incidents involving sextortion of young children. Across the country, the FBI is receiving an increasing number of reports of adults posing as young... Read More

Two Adults Killed in Electrocution at Phoenix Sports Field

A report came in early this morning, that two people were killed during an apparent electrocution accident on a Phoenix sports field. Wednesday morning shortly before 6 a.m. near 23rd and Peoria avenues, officials say two victims were electrocuted after “coming in contact with in-ground electrical wires. Police have identified the victims as one... Read More

Maricopa County Launches New, Streamlined Elections Website

Maricopa County voters now have a new place to find critical elections and voter registration information — Elections.Maricopa.Gov. The new site — supported by the Maricopa County Elections Department and Office of the Recorder — was created with voters in mind every step of the way. The site’s features include: Building Trust & Continuing Transparency —... Read More

Upscale Market and Restaurant Opens in Scottsdale

A new specialty wine and gourmet cheese destination is coming to Scottsdale this summer. The Gainey Ranch area of Scottsdale will soon be home to Gastromé Market. Gastromé Market will feature specialty foods, a wide variety of unique cheeses, sustainably raised cured and smoked meats, a pleasing confectionery counter, boutique wines and other culinary... Read More

Arizona Hot Weather Tips For Your Dogs

As the Arizona temperatures continue to climb, there are several  important reminders when caring for our pets during the hot summer months. The summer is a great time to have a lot of adventures with your dog. But you also want to know everything you can about taking care of dogs in hot weather... Read More

Two Arizonans Receive Coveted James Beard Award

The James Beard Foundation recently announced its 2022 Restaurant and Chef Award winners during the live James Beard Awards Restaurant and Chef Awards ceremony. Two Arizona chefs have been recognized for their skills and taken home the coveted award. Outstanding Restaurateur – Chris Bianco, Tratto, Pane Bianco, and Pizzeria Bianco, Phoenix Outstanding Baker –... Read More

Uber Releases Annual Report of Common and Unique Lost and Found Items

Uber has released their sixth annual Uber Lost & Found Index, revealing the most surprising and most popular items left behind over the past year. Each year, the Uber Lost & Found Index provides a snapshot of our riders’ most commonly forgotten and most unique lost items, as well as the cities that have... Read More

The Monsoon is Coming, and Drivers Need To ‘Pull Aside, Stay Alive’ 

A menacing wall of dust appears in the distance, suddenly blocking the sun as visibility drops to almost nothing. Blasts of wind scatter tree branches that block traffic lanes and dust gives way to torrents of rain that flood roadways. Drivers who don’t know how to respond can be shaken, stranded or even injured.... Read More

Bell Bank Park to Host Free Summer Concert Series

BBQ, music and fun! That is what Bell Bank Park in Mesa is cooking up this summer. The new park has big plans this summer to offer a free concert series. The “Summer Nights at Bell Bank Park” concert series is scheduled for June 18, July 9 and Aug. 20 at the sports and... Read More

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Lists Arizona Wildflower Under Endangered Species Act

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service has listed the Arizona eryngo, a wetland plant, as endangered under the Endangered Species Act (ESA). The Service also designated 12.7 acres of wetlands as critical habitat for the species on public and private land in Arizona’s Pima and Cochise counties. This decision is based on review of... Read More