Graciela Gracia-Marquez Early Wednesday in Phoenix, near the campus of Grand Canyon University, a man was killed in a hit and run. After a full investigation, police believe they have apprehended the driver in connection with a deadly crash. The Phoenix Police Department reported that officers were dispatched to a scene of a crash...
Read MoreThe owners of Crust Simply Italian have announced the opening of two new pizzerias – Crust New York Pizzeria in Tempe and North Central Phoenix. The new concept is a modern neighborhood pizzeria that serves NY-style pizza and other staples like heroes, calzones, pasta and wings. The Phoenix location at 6031 N. 16 Street...
Read MoreA trial program has been initiated by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and Arizona is participating in it. The new program will allow Arizonians to submit their taxes electronically at no cost in the coming year. Taxpayers now have the option of using the IRS’ own platform to file their taxes, as opposed to...
Read MoreMaricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell recently announced that a jury has found Manuel Gavina, 53, guilty of sexually abusing 7 girls all under the age of 15. Gavina was arrested in late 2019 and booked on three counts of sexual abuse at the time. Court documents Manuel Gavina said the crimes occurred during math...
Read MoreA Phoenix woman is dead after being involved in a hit-and-run as she tried to cross the street. Police were called to an area close to 31st and Campbell avenues at approximately 5:45 a.m., Wednesday morning according the Phoenix Police Department. Chery Lowe, aged 60, was found to have sustained serious wounds. Emergency personnel...
Read MoreCarlos Negrete Farias, 27, of Phoenix, was sentenced on October 2, 2023, by United States District Judge Douglas L. Rayes to 37 months in prison, followed by three years supervised release. Farias pleaded guilty on February 8, 2023, to Possession of a Machine Gun. On January 31, 2022, Farias agreed to provide an Undercover...
Read MoreSOURCE: CITY OF SCOTTSDALE In a move that sets a benchmark for employee benefits and prioritizes work-life balance, the Scottsdale City Council Tuesday unanimously adopted a new ordinance that provides vital support to its employees as they journey into parenthood. The City Council’s action grants eligible city employees four weeks of continuous paid parental...
Read MorePhoto Credit: WM Phoenix Open The WM Phoenix Open volunteer program is the lifeblood of the event, deploying more than 3,200 eager volunteers throughout tournament week each year. Tournament hosts The Thunderbirds recognize the immense importance of each and every volunteer who is willing to give up part of their day to help put...
Read MoreMovies under the moon! Harkins Theaters has announced plans to bring back their moonlight cinema experience at Camelview at Fashion Square in Scottsdale next week. Moviegoers can once again experience a movie on the rooftop of the top level of the brown garage near the theater. Each Friday and Saturday nights, the theater will...
Read MoreErika LaRae Williams, 52, of Tempe, was sentenced on Monday by United States District Judge Steven P. Logan to 10 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. Williams pleaded guilty on May 22, 2023, to Making a Material False Statement During the Purchase of a Firearm. On September 3, 2020, Ms....
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