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AZDPS takes on the nation in 'America's Best Looking Cruiser Contest'
PHOENIX — It's time for Arizona's statewide police agency to flex their new line of patrol vehicles and see if the public agrees they're the best-looking ones in the country. The American Association of State Troopers is holding their annual "America's Best Looking Cruiser Contest" and the Arizona Department...
Arizona man sentenced to 25 years in prison for 2021 murder of his girlfriend
PHOENIX — Cecil Noyola, 66, who earlier this year was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend and fleeing the state, was sentenced to 25 years in prison on Wednesday. Phoenix police responded to two calls requesting a welfare check on Jan. 5, 2021. When police entered the apartment, officers found 39-year-old Jessica Kennedy with a gunshot wound to the head but did not find a weapon at the scene.
Suspected DUI crash in Page leaves 2 dead, 2 injured
PAGE, Ariz. — Two people are dead and two more are in the hospital after a suspected drunk driving crash in Page, the city police department announced. The crash happened around 1:30 a.m. when a driver on South Navajo Drive reportedly lost control of their vehicle and struck a nearby wall.
Excessive Heat Warning to be in effect for parts of Arizona Friday | Weather Impact Alert
PHOENIX — An Excessive Heat Warning will be in effect for parts of Arizona on Friday and Saturday, the National Weather Service said. According to the NWS, south-central and southwest Arizona will be under the warning over the two days. The warning will run from 10 a.m. Friday until 8 p.m. Saturday.
Tolleson police investigating possible crash that left bicyclist dead
TOLLESON, Ariz. — An investigation is underway after a bicyclist was "possibly" struck and killed by a vehicle in Tolleson, city police said. Officers were called to the area of Jefferson Street and 99th Avenue for reports that a person had been hit by a vehicle. When police arrived,...
How much does it cost to treat a rattlesnake bite?
PHOENIX — It’s a sound that can send shivers down your spine — rattle that when you hear it, you’re already too close. So far this year Banner Health said more than 100 people in Arizona have been bitten by a rattlesnake. There are 13 different...
Woman dies after gunshots exchanged between cars in Phoenix, police say
PHOENIX — A woman is dead and several others are injured after gunfire was exchanged between occupants of two cars in Phoenix on Wednesday night, according to the Phoenix Police Department. Officers were called to an area near 7th Avenue and Alta Vista Road around 7:30 p.m. for reports...
Lanes reopened overnight after FedEx trailer caught on fire on I-10
BUCKEYE, Ariz. — Several lanes were blocked on I-10 westbound near Verrado Way after a FedEx trailer full of packages caught fire. Footage from Sky12 shows flames coming from the trailer and emergency officials on the scene. DPS officials said two lanes were blocked initially, but all lanes were...
3-year-old drowns in Chandler pool
CHANDLER, Ariz. — A 3-year-old child drowned in Chandler Wednesday night, according to the Chandler Police Department. Officials responded to a neighborhood near Chandler and McClintock drives Wednesday night after the child was found in a swimming pool. The toddler was rushed to the hospital where they were pronounced dead, police said.
Beloved journalist and author Jana Bommersbach passes away
PHOENIX — One of Arizona’s acclaimed journalists, authors, and advocate, Jana Bommersbach, has passed away at the age of 78. Bommersbach was born in Fargo, North Dakota, and studied journalism and urban affairs at the University of Michigan. In 1972, she moved to Arizona and started working for the Arizona Republic.
Dozens arrested in Scottsdale sex trafficking sting
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — Dozens of sexual predators are behind bars following an operation that targeted sex traffickers in Scottsdale. According to the Scottsdale Police Department, 42 people were arrested during the two-day Human Exploitation and Trafficking Unit (HEAT) operation. >> Live, local, breaking. Download the 12News app. "This effort...
Kingman man was 'smiling and laughing' while telling an undercover ATF agent he could make bombs that would 'really hurt somebody'
KINGMAN, Ariz. — Nearly two dozen homemade bombs are off the streets of Arizona after an ATF operation caught a Kingman man who was allegedly making them out of his trailer. The operation included a fake story hatched by an undercover agent, who told Matthew Dach he wanted to prevent someone from testifying in a federal court case in California.
Flag football teams from across the nation expected to attend inaugural Turkey Bowl in Mesa
MESA, Ariz. — This year flag football in Arizona is getting more exciting with the inaugural Turkey Bowl scheduled just in time for the Thanksgiving holiday. The Mesa tournament, held by Arizona Athletic Grounds (AAG), is expected to draw more than 100 teams nationwide. "We can't wait to welcome...
'Heavy hearts': Remains of missing Texas college student found at wastewater station, police confirm
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — Corpus Christi police officials have confirmed with 3NEWS that the human remains found at the wastewater station near Ennis Joslin Road "most likely" belong to missing Texas A&M-Corpus Christi student Caleb Harris. Harris has been missing since March 4 and was last seen at his...
Woman allegedly spent months stealing $36,000 worth of blenders, vacuums across the Valley, records show
PHOENIX — A woman was arrested this week after allegedly she spent the last six months stealing household appliances from retail stores across the Valley, court records show. Mahogany Gaines, 27, is facing several criminal charges after she was connected to more than a dozen retail thefts at various...
Your guide to WNBA All-Star weekend in Phoenix
PHOENIX, Arizona — While the surge of fandom for women’s basketball unfolds across the globe, this week, the Valley is home to one of its most anticipated annual events. Fans traveling to Phoenix will get an opportunity to witness some of the most dynamic players from around the league. This Saturday, Team USA, composed of some of the league’s favorites like Diana Taurasi and Breanna Stewart will face Team WNBA, which features the likes of rookies Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark.
It isn't just golf balls you might find in cups on this Sedona golf course
SEDONA, Ariz. — It's not something you want to find when you reach into the cup at the golf course to retrieve the ball. It's fluffy... and it may be widely considered as "friendly"... but most people usually want to stay as far away as possible. Tarantulas. A tarantula...
Man dies after house fire in Sun City West
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. — A man has died after he was found inside a burning house Tuesday night in Sun City West. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office was dispatched at about 9 p.m. to reports of a house fire near Rico Drive and Black Gold Lane. Firefighters found a man inside the home's burning garage and he was transported to the hospital.
University of Arizona dropping use of 'UArizona' name
TUCSON, Ariz. — The University of Arizona is again revising how it refers to itself to the public. As of July 1, the Tucson-based university was retiring the "UArizona" name it had begun using in press releases a few years ago. The university will simply refer to itself as "Arizona" or "U of A" on secondary references in communications and marketing materials, according to the university's updated style guidelines.
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