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MCSO Detectives Arrest Suspect in Double Homicide Case
In a harrowing incident that unfolded in the early hours of June 25, 2024, Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) detectives arrested 60-year-old Robert McGrath in connection with the brutal murders of his wife, 53-year-old Marcia McGrath, and his mother-in-law, 77-year-old Thea Merlino. The double homicide has left the Sun City community in shock and mourning.
Warning to Arizona: If You See Fruit at a Gas Pump, Leave Immediately!
It's that time of year again: time for the annual resurgence of travel warnings for motorists across Arizona. Some of the warnings have merit. For example, before paying for gas at a pump using your credit or debit card, you should check the pump and make sure crooks haven't installed credit card skimmers intent on stealing your funds.
First Alert Weather Days for excessive heat continues for Arizona
PHOENIX (AZFamily) —We are First Alerting once again for the weekend. The Valley is cooking! The excessive heat warning continues across parts of the state, including Phoenix, until Tuesday. This weekend, highs are expected to be around the 115/116 mark, with lows in the low 90s. Plan on plenty...
High-speed crash leaves 1 dead, 1 hospitalized in Avondale
AVONDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — A high-speed crash involving multiple vehicles has left one man dead and another injured early Saturday morning. The collision happened around 6:30 a.m. near 113th Avenue and Buckeye Road, just east of Avondale Boulevard. According to Avondale police, two vehicles were speeding westbound on Buckeye...
ADOT: Loop 101 lane striping changes near US 60 help with traffic flow in East Valley
Recent lane striping work has improved traffic flow by extending right lanes along Loop 101 (Price Freeway) near US 60 (Superstition Freeway) in Tempe, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT). Crews have adjusted lane stripes to extend right lanes and promote safer merging conditions along northbound Loop 101...
65 days till the Cardinals' season opener against the Bills
We hope you had a lovely 4th of July as we start our Friday in this NFL offseason. We continue to count down to the start of the 2024 season. The Arizona Cardinals open the season on September 8 on the road against the Buffalo Bills. That is in 65 days.
Valley man could face life in prison after being charged with trafficking more than 450 kilograms of fentanyl across border
TUCSON, Ariz. — A Glendale man has been charged with transporting more than 450 kilograms of fentanyl after the drugs were found at the border, prosecutors say. According to the US Attorney's Office, David Quintero-Mascareno, 20, Glendale, was arrested on Monday for Knowingly and Intentionally Possessing with Intent to Distribute 400 Grams or More of a Mixture or Substance Containing a Detectable Amount of Fentanyl.
Student Chronicles: UMGC student named to dean’s list
Know of a student doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email christina@timeslocalmedia.com. More than 15,000 University of Maryland Global Campus students were named to the dean’s list for the spring 2024 term. To be eligible for the honor, a student must complete at least six credits during the term, earn a grade-point average of at least 3.5 for the term, and maintain a cumulative GPA of 3.5 at UMGC.
Bidding Farewell: Luke celebrates departing honorary commanders
Members of the Luke Air Force Base community held an honorary commander farewell event June 14 at Luke AFB. During the ceremony, Luke AFB commanders bid their honorary commanders farewell as they completed their two-year tour. Members of the Luke AFB community also celebrated Brig. Gen. Jason Rueschhoff, 56th Fighter Wing commander, as he prepares to depart in July.
Winner hits $179K Fantasy 5 jackpot in West Valley; here’s where the ticket was sold
GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — One person will be waking up a little richer this holiday weekend!. A lucky lottery player had a huge win earlier this week, nabbing the $179,000 Fantasy 5 jackpot. The winning ticket was sold Wednesday at a Chevron located at 4250 W Union Hills Drive...
Mosquito season is here — more than a third of states have detected West Nile virus
Nine cases of West Nile virus have been confirmed so far this year, as disease experts say the virus appears to be circulating more than usual for this time of summer. As of June 25, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention had confirmed human cases in at least seven states: Arizona, Arkansas, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, Mississippi and Tennessee. At least 18 states have detected the virus this year in humans, mosquitoes, birds or other animals.
Hitting the Green: Honorary Commander Golf Classic celebrates 15th year
Fighter Country Foundation (FCF) marked another successful year of camaraderie and support for the men, women, families and mission of Luke Air Force Base with its 15th annual Golf Classic in May. This signature event brought together business professionals, civic leaders, elected officials and community members all united in their...
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