55 freaky zombies from Downtown Phoenix Zombie Walk
Dolphinaris Arizona facility on the Salt River Pima Indian Community
ASU research suggests new FDA food labels alone may not change behavior
The Food and Drug Administration announced on Friday updates to the nutrition facts label for packaged foods.
Officials: Man accused in MCSO ambush had alias
The man accused of opening fire on a Maricopa County sheriff’s deputy Friday afternoon has a history of criminal offenses under another name, authorities said.
RIP: Downtown Phoenix Zombie Walk canceled
The Downtown Phoenix Zombie Walk is no more.The annual event was launched by Downtown Phoenix Inc. in 2009 and grew into a mammoth party that attracted 20,000 participants last year.\u0022With just two full-time event staff at Downtown Phoenix Inc.,
Mohave Valley wildfire 50 percent contained, official says
A wildfire burning near Willow Valley north of Interstate 40 was 50 percent contained Monday morning, Mohave Valley authorities said.
Zika virus threat puts focus on mosquito control
Specialists check traps daily in Maricopa County, testing mosquitos for Zika and other potentially lethal viruses.
Mesa may ask voters to raise sales tax
Mesa voters this November could be asked to approve a quarter-cent sales-tax hike, a measure city finance officials say would generate $24 million a year to meet growing public-safety and higher-education demands.
Tempe: Contractors must prove LGBT protections
Change toughens policy that had allowed firms to only sign a form attesting to non-discrimination policies.
Police fatally shoot man who had gun near NAU
FLAGSTAFF — A man who had brandished a handgun while walking from a parking garage on the edge of the Northern Arizona University campus into Flagstaff city limits was killed by police Monday, authorities said.
5 big questions about new dolphins attraction
Dolphinaris Arizona plans to open in September, offering visitors a chance to swim with dolphins near Scottsdale.
Mars making closest approach to Earth in over a decade
The last time the Red Planet was this close to Earth was November 2005.
Pima County deputy rolls car in Tucson collision, sustains minor injuries
A Pima County Sheriff’s Department deputy sustained minor injuries after his car rolled during a four-vehicle collision late Saturday afternoon near Cholla and Shannon roads in north Tucson, officials said.
Do you have to stop at flashing red metered on-ramp?
Ask a Cop: What about when you’re alone or way ahead of everyone else?
Driver shot, crashed into Tucson storefront
A pickup truck crashed into the front of a Tucson convenience store after the man driving the truck was shot by a person in another vehicle.
It’s nearly impossible to get a permit for the Havasupai waterfalls. Here’s why
Once a little-known getaway for the likes of Arizona families and regional Boy Scout troops, the Havasupai waterfalls have in recent years become a tourist destination of international fame.
Amid controversy, construction continues on Dolphinaris Arizona
Amid controversy, construction continues on Dolphinaris Arizona on the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. Grey Stafford, general manager of Dolphinaris Arizona shares why he thinks the controversy is misguided. David Wallace/azcentral.com
Funeral services announced for Phoenix officer
Funeral services for Glasser have been scheduled for 10 a.m. Thursday at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Peoria.
Arizona company recalls salads for listeria
Phoenix-based Papa John’s Salad and Produce is voluntarily recalling one of its salads due to possible listeria contamination, FDA says
School district’s finances a mess, jobs lost
District overspent its budget by more than $4 million, which means it will have to reduce costs for 2016-17
Man helps rescue driver from burning car
Jorron Brookman was driving home on Loop 101 Saturday night after a 24-hour work shift when he heard a thump, saw sparks and then a car in front of him spun out before slamming into a wall and catching fire
High court to rule on hospital payments issue
The Arizona Supreme Court was scheduled to rule Monday on whether hospitals can go after lawsuit settlements to get full reimbursement for costs of providing care for patients covered by the state’s Medicaid program.
Hey, Arizona! Here’s what you need to know today
Here’s what you need to know to start your workweek.
Zika virus threat in Arizona puts focus on mosquito control
Specialists check traps daily in Maricopa County, testing mosquitos for Zika and other potentially lethal viruses.
Police: Tempe’s ‘Amazing Spa’ was sex-trafficking front
Authorities say they shut down a sex-trafficking ring that was operating under the guise of a massage parlor in Tempe.
Mourners add to memorial for fallen officer
A steady flow of people arrived to pay respects and lay flowers for Phoenix police Officer David Glasser.
Power restored to most of 700 central Phoenix homes after accident causes outage
About 700 SRP customers were without power in an area between 40th and 24th streets after a traffic accident, SRP says
Plan: Less Colorado River water now, more later
The proposal could help ease the drop at Lake Mead, which reached another all-time record low on Friday night
Cowabunga! Turtle-trapping takes over zoo lake
The pond outside the Phoenix Zoo is full of turtle traps as part of its yearly roundup of non-native species.
Tucson home invasion leads to gunfire, flooding
TUCSON — Police say a home invasion led to an exchange of gunfire and a flood at a Tucson apartment complex.
Weather: Below-average temperatures to continue
Enjoy it while it lasts. Cooler weather is expected to continue for the Valley.
Queen Creek man helps rescue driver from burning car on Loop 101
Jorron Brookman was driving home on Loop 101 Saturday night after a 24-hour work shift when he heard a thump, saw sparks and then a car in front of him spun out before slamming into a wall and catching fire
3-vehicle crash closed part of Loop 101 in East Valley
A rollover collision involving three vehicles temporarily closed southbound lanes on Loop 101 approaching U.S. 60 on Sunday, the Arizona Department of Public Safety said.
Crews battle Gila River bottom fire
At 10:30 p.m. Saturday, Buckeye Valley Fire District units responded to the fourth Gila River bottom fire in two weeks.
Deadly crash closes State Route 74
Authorities were on the scene Sunday to investigate the collision as roads remained closed.
Crash involving Phoenix officer temporarily closes I-17
The freeway reopened at Union Hills about 11 a.m.
Phoenix police unit steps in during hard times
The Employee Assistance Unit may have a straightforward name, but its specialty is helping officers and their families navigate the murky emotional and logistical waters that can come with a career in law enforcement.
Why Proposition 123 went down to the wire
Why Proposition 123 went down to the wire
Deadly crash closes SR 74
Authorities were on scene Sunday to investigate the collision as roads remained closed.
It’s nearly impossible to get a permit for the Havasupai waterfalls. Here’s why
The most challenging part of seeing the Havasupai waterfalls? To hear many hikers tell it, it’s obtaining a permit to visit in the first place.
Pima County deputy rolls car in collision, sustains minor injuries
A Pima County Sheriff’s Department deputy sustained minor injuries after his car rolled during a four-vehicle collision late Saturday afternoon near Cholla and Shannon roads, officials said.
Car fire slows traffic on 101 near Tempe, closes 202
A vehicle caught on fire after spinning out and crashing on Loop 101 near University Drive causing traffic to back up about a mile late Saturday evening, an Arizona Department of Public Safety spokesperson said.
I-10 near San Simon
Closed portion of I-10 near San Simon
Arizona uses Gorilla-Snot to suppress I-10 dust
For the past few weeks, a section of Interstate 10 in southeastern Arizona has been plagued by blowing dust from a nearby field.
Mohave Valley wildfire evacuations lifted
Mohave Valley Fire Department lifted the evacuation order for residents on Saturday night.
Benefit car wash for fallen Officer David Glasser
Benefit car wash for fallen Officer David Glasser at Cabela’s in Glendale today until 2 p.m. Video by Cheryl Evans | azcentral.com
MCSO identifies suspect in Friday shooting
The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has identified the man suspected of firing on a Sheriff’s Office substation in Surprise on Friday.
$41,500 raised for fallen Phoenix Police Officer David Glasser’s family
A car wash fundraiser was held on Saturday in Glendale for the family of fallen Officer David Glasser.
DPS using Gorilla-Snot to suppress I-10 dust
For the past few weeks, a section of Interstate 10 in southeastern Arizona has been plagued by blowing dust from a nearby field.
Phoenix police arrest 18-year-old with pellet gun
Jesus Alexis Parra, 18, is suspected of pointing a replica pellet gun at several people.
Inmate escapes from Tucson animal shelter
The Pima County Sheriff’s Office is searching for an inmate who escaped while working at an animal shelter, as a part of her jail time.
Phoenix police escort officer’s body to morgue
Funeral services set for Phoenix officer killed in shooting.
Engine failure a factor in fatal plane crash in Surprise
A preliminary investigation by the NTSB showed engine failure factored into a plane crash that killed one in Surprise
Phoenix police stand in for fallen officer at son’s Little League game
They’d wanted the Saturday-morning Little League game to be “as normal as possible,” and in many ways, it was.
Phoenix police officer shot in Laveen
Phoenix police officer shot in Laveen
Police: Tempe’s ‘Amazing Spa’ was sex trafficking front
Authorities say they shut down a sex trafficking ring Thursday operating under the guise of a massage parlor in Tempe.
Benefit car wash for fallen Officer David Glasser
Benefit car wash for fallen Officer David Glasser at Cabela’s in Glendale today until 2 p.m. Video by Cheryl Evans | azcentral.com
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