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Tolleson Union faces new questions over spending on four-star resorts
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — A conservative think tank claims the Tolleson Union High School District improperly spent public money on board member retreats at four-star resorts, potentially violating state open meetings law in the process. It’s the latest controversy for a district that is already investigating a sexual harassment complaint...
Westbound US 60 reopens near Mesa Drive after crash
PHOENIX — The westbound lanes of the US 60 were reopened at Mesa Drive following a crash on Friday night, authorities said. The crash occurred near milepost 180, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. ADOT said the left and center lanes were blocked and reopened at approximately 9:29...
'Buttcrack Bandits' failed attempt to steal a motorcycle caught on camera
LAVEEN, Ariz. - Would-be thieves were captured on camera in broad daylight, attempting to steal a motorcycle in front of a Laveen home. Luckily, the homeowner was working from home that day and was able to scare them off her property. At 6:45 a.m. on Aug. 14, two men are...
Phoenix family with 6 kids on the autism spectrum gifted new pool
PHOENIX (AZFamily) —A very special gift made quite a splash with this Phoenix family. They were given a new pool. “It’s kind of like something you see on TV where it happens to other people. It doesn’t happen to us. We are incredibly grateful, it’s very humbling. Very grateful,” said Laura Mercer.
Randy’s Donuts opening second Valley location in August
PHOENIX – Randy’s Donuts, the iconic California shop known for its giant rooftop doughnut, is expanding its presence in Arizona. The doughnut shop is opening its second Valley location on Aug. 29. To celebrate its grand opening, the store is giving the first 100 people in line a free glazed doughnut. Visitors can also enter to win a free dozen classic donuts each month for a year.
Arizona Sports, KTAR News Give-A-Thon for Phoenix Children’s raises record $2.36 million
Arizona, you did it once again. The KTAR News and Arizona Sports 16th annual Give-A-Thon fundraiser for Phoenix Children’s brought in a record amount of money for the third consecutive year. Arizonans came through in a massive way, donating $2,369,000 to assist the youth who need it most in...
ASU Baseball’s Willie Bloomquist reunites with new hitting coach Jason Ellison
VIDEO – ASU Baseball head coach Willie Bloomquist and new hitting coach Jason Ellison have reunited in Tempe. Ellison spent six seasons in the major leagues as a player and after that, as a scout. He spent last year as the hitting and outfield coordinator at the University of Washington.
Look out for new uniform of Paradise Valley Public Works
For years, the Paradise Valley Public Works streets technicians have been easily recognized by their basic orange uniform shirts paired with blue jeans, but they have decided it's time for a ...
Local punter Kanyon Floyd poised to be ASU's lone true freshman starter
After starting three true freshmen at various points last season, Arizona State may have just one such player listed as a starter when its official depth chart is released ahead of its season opener against Wyoming on August 31. According to the team's head coach, Kenny Dillingham, there is a...
Two new officers sworn in to Paradise Valley Police Department
Officer Vasilije Sagovnovic No. 249 and Officer Melissa Grove No. 250 have joined the Paradise Valley Police Department. They successfully passed their AZ Peace Officer Standards and Training ...
Phoenix police commander claims she was retaliated against after reporting discrimination, lawsuit says
PHOENIX — A long-time employee of the Phoenix Police Department is suing the city, claiming a colleague sabotaged her career opportunities. Amy Breitzman filed the lawsuit last week in Maricopa County Superior Court, which accuses the city and its employees of discrimination and retaliating against the plaintiff. Breitzman, who...
Man shot, killed in botched drug deal in Phoenix, arrest records say
Court documents reveal that 40-year-old Thomas Draper allegedly shot and killed Jason Sierra during a drug deal gone wrong Monday, and then attempted to destroy evidence linking him to the murder, according to Phoenix Police Department arrest records. Draper's record includes security camera footage and digital evidence identifying him as the suspect responsible...
ASU researchers target insecticide resistance in mosquitoes
Mosquitoes are the deadliest creatures on the planet, transmitting life-threatening diseases like malaria, West Nile virus, Dengue and yellow fever. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, these bloodthirsty insects kill more than 700,000 people each year and are becoming increasingly more resistant to insecticides. In fact,...
First-year student eager to jump-start career in the military
Alexander “Lex” Slone is excited to be a first-year student at Arizona State University this fall, but he has his sights set on the much longer term: He wants a career as a judge advocate general, or attorney, in the Navy. Slone will be in the Navy ROTC...
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