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Tempe bridle path suit stings neighbors
Tempe has filed suit in Maricopa County Superior Court seeking a declaratory judgment on who has legal authority over a south Tempe bridle path, where a resident’s block wall extends 10 feet into the trail. Many among the approximately 250 area homeowners who have pushed the city for four...
More kid drownings reported in the Valley this year compared to all of 2023
PHOENIX — It's a tragic trend in the Valley that is only expected to get worse. 13 kids, from newborns to five years old, have drowned in Maricopa and Pinal counties in 2024. That's one higher than the entire year of 2023, according to Children's Safety Zone. “Right now...
A Small Arizona Town Suddenly Became the #2 Worst Place to Live in the Entire State.
Arizona, known for its vibrant cities, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural heritage, is often associated with a high quality of life. However, a recent ranking has revealed that one small town in the state has plummeted to become the #2 worst place to live in Arizona. This sudden decline has raised concerns about the town’s safety, economic opportunities, and overall livability. In this blog post, we’ll explore the factors contributing to this dramatic shift and what it means for the town and its residents.
Maryvale precinct justice of the peace election 2024: Meet the candidates
Two candidates are competing to be justice of the peace in the Maryvale precinct. Francisco Javier Sobampo, who goes by Javier, is running against incumbent Andy Gastelum for the spot. They are both Democrats. Sobampo is an attorney and the managing director of the Sobampo Law Firm in Phoenix. He...
Unsure who to vote for Maricopa County treasurer? Hear from the candidates
The upcoming state primary will likely determine who serves as Maricopa County treasurer. Whoever ends up holding the seat will act as the county tax collector and safeguard the county's money. ...
Republican who 'would lynch' elections official casts AZ’s delegate votes for Trump
The state GOP activist who cast Arizona’s roll call votes to nominate former President Donald Trump on Monday at the Republican National Convention recently landed in hot water for saying she “would lynch” a Maricopa County election official. Shelby Busch, the chair of Arizona's delegation to the...
Monsoon storms might cause this pest to breed in your yard. What to know
As monsoon season brings Arizonans heavy storms, it can also give homeowners a mosquito breeding ground in their backyard. With their potential to carry and transfer diseases, the pests may be more than a simple nuisance. In Arizona, the primary disease carried by mosquitoes is the West Nile Virus, Maricopa County epizoologist Melissa Kretschmer said. ...
Man records phone call with schemer claiming to be Maricopa County Sheriff's Deputy: 'He almost had me'
MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. - A Phoenix man recorded the entire phone conversation with a schemer claiming to be a Maricopa County Sheriff's Deputy asking for money to avoid jail time for not attending jury duty. The caller starts off by saying he missed his jury duty date, and that he...
2024 Primary Election - Deadlines & In-Person Voting
July 19, 2024: Deadline to register for the Active Early Voting list and the start of in-person voting. July 30, 2024: Primary Election Day. Town Council Chambers (33 Easy Street) - View the schedule below. For a complete list of voting locations, visit Maricopa County Elections webpage. What to Bring:...
Phoenix Rescue Mission saves 188 people so far this summer from dangerous Valley heat
Since the start of its annual Code:Red Heat Relief Campaign on May 1, Phoenix Rescue Mission, a Christ-centered nonprofit providing transformative resources and solutions to those in need throughout Maricopa County, has successfully rescued 188 unhoused individuals from the life-threatening triple-digit temperatures in the Valley of the Sun. The mission's...
2 teens face multiple felony charges over explosion on front porch of Mesa home
Amid rising apprehension over juvenile crime, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office is pursuing felony charges against two teenagers accused of destroying the entryway of a Mesa home with an explosive device. “We understand that these are young individuals, but the job of the County Attorney's Office is to uphold the...
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