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A Gilbert Republican tried to denounce dirty campaigning. It led to a physical confrontation
What was intended to be a denunciation of dirty campaign tactics triggered an angry confrontation at a Gilbert political meeting, leading to a police investigation and highlighting the tensions in a competitive legislative race. At the center of the dispute are comments by Rep. Laurin Hendrix, R-Gilbert, about information he received that suggested...
4 Arizona high school football teams make MaxPreps' expanded Top 100 national preseason rankings
None are among the top 25, but four Arizona high school football teams are ranked in MaxPreps' expanded preseason national football rankings that were released Monday. Defending Open state champion Peoria Liberty leads the Arizona contingent at No. 48, followed by Open runnerup Peoria Centennial (70), Chandler (89) and Phoenix Brophy Prep (100). ...
Court shoots down border ballot measure lawsuit
(The Center Square) – The ‘Secure the Border Act’ will make it onto the November ballot for Arizonans after the Maricopa County Superior Court shot down a lawsuit from activist groups challenging its legality. The proposition would make it a state crime to cross into Arizona through an illegal point of entry, as well as […]
AZ Briefing: Which AZ Republicans are not at RNC; Phoenix homebuyers need $186,000 down payment; Can you remove your neighbors tree roots?
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Arizona Reps. Juan Ciscomani and David Schweikert and former Gov. Doug Ducey are some of the state Republicans who are not attending the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Their absences highlight the party's transformation....
Leaders of group home with ties to Gov. Hobbs maxed out donations
The leaders of a group home whose ties to Gov. Katie Hobbs are the focus of multiple investigations gave nearly $11,000 to the governor's reelection campaign earlier this year, political fundraising records show. The donations from Simon and Elizabeth Kottoor, the husband and wife who lead Sunshine Residential Homes Inc., were made...
‘It’s really disgusting’: Scottsdale couple accused of $900 million fraud scheme targeting hospice patients, according to DOJ
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — They lived a life of luxury in the shadow of Camelback Mountain. A home worth nearly $6 million backed up to a Scottsdale golf course, multiple high-end Mercedes Benzes. Along with gold bars and jewelry that was worth more than half a million dollars. All of...
Torey Lovullo wears Snakes Alive shoes to MLB All-Star Game red carpet
Arizona Diamondbacks representatives Torey Lovullo and Ketel Marte hit the red carpet ahead of Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game in Arlington, Texas, and Lovullo went all out with his custom kicks. Lovullo, and his wife Kristen, wore Nikes with the famous moniker “Snakes Alive” from the postseason, along with a...
Fast-casual Mexican chain to enter new state
Moe’s Southwest Grill will soon enter a new state in its namesake region. The Mexican fast-casual restaurant, known for burritos, tacos, bowls and more, has announced that it will open its first stores in Arizona through a five-unit franchise agreement that will bring locations to the greater Phoenix area. The first location is set to open at Pebble Creek Marketplace in Goodyear in September.
Does Insurance Cover Rehab in Arizona?
As we review behavioral health resources in our newest guide from SeaIsleNews.com, we understand that the complexities of health insurance can be challenging, especially when seeking rehab services in Arizona. This complexity is why our latest blog delves into whether insurance covers addiction treatment and rehab in Arizona, providing insights...
Gas station in the East Valley sells $1.75M lottery ticket to lucky winner
PHOENIX — Check your tickets if you played Triple Twist or Powerball recently. Slips worth $1.745 million and $100,000 were sold at Arizona gas stations this past weekend, Arizona Lottery officials announced. Triple Twist ticket details. The $1,745,000 Triple Twist ticket was sold at a Circle K at 3155...
Tourists shelled out big bucks in Mesa
Visitors spent millions while visiting Mesa in 2023 – enough to pay for the average salaries of over 1,000 city Police officers, according to an economic impact report. With 4.4 visitors shelling out $749 million for things like lodging, food and drink Mesa is well on its way to recovering its pre-pandemic foot traffic. It fell shy of the 4.7 million visitors before COVID hit in 2020, Tourism Economics’ report said.
Backyard to replace former Sandbar in Gilbert
After five years in business, the last remaining location of Sandbar closed in Gilbert earlier this summer. Now, its parent company Evening Entertainment Group, has announced its replacement. Sandbar will soon become the Valley's second location of Backyard. The move comes during an evolution for EEG. Over the past few...
Heat deaths in Maricopa County are soaring. Meth, other drugs are part of the reason why
On the center of the wall in Maria Montano’s apartment living room is a big display of photos of her brother Brandon – a family trip to the beach, a few silly selfies, and in the middle, a big closeup of his face, his brown eyes gazing upward.
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.
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