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Young Valley angler pulls up rare albino catfish from Chaparral Lake in Scottsdale
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. — It was Gabe Drews' second catch of the day from the depths of Chaparral Lake, but a rare catch for anglers in Arizona. The 12-year-old angler catching an albino catfish off a generous fellow angler's gifted bait. "It was catfish guts and blood and mixed with...
Scottsdale leads recycled water charge
The magic happens where East Hualapai Drive dead ends off Pima Road. True, Scottsdale’s so-called “toilets to taps” program – which received a big boost from the state last week – is purely scientific, with no spells, trickery or potions. Even so, if you told...
Dozens Rescued as Severe Monsoon Storm Causes Chaos for Boaters on Lake Pleasant
Unexpected monsoon storms wreaked havoc on Lake Pleasant last Sunday afternoon, with high winds and rain creating a tableau of chaos for boaters. The Flood Control District of Maricopa County had warned of severe thunderstorms potentially bringing wind gusts of 40-60+ mph, heavy rainfall with hail, and frequent lightning, as reported by FOX 10 Phoenix. Despite warnings, boaters found themselves in peril as the storm abruptly descended upon the area.
Circle the City expands downtown Phoenix family medical center
Circle the City's Family Health Center in downtown Phoenix on Thursday, July 18, 2024. Local nonprofit Circle the City sees thousands of patients every year who are facing homelessness, whose numbers in Maricopa County have risen more than 70% since 2017. Dr. Rebecca Moran sees patients at their downtown Family...
Thunderstorm warning issued for Maricopa County
The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Maricopa County starting at 1:55 p.m. July 21. The warning expires at 6:45 p.m. July 21. A flash flood warning is also issued for Maricopa County until 5:15 p.m. Sunday. For the latest watches and warnings, see our weather...
Most Influential Women: Ning Duong, Credit Union West
Az Business and AZRE magazines announced the publications’ lists of the Most Influential Women in Arizona of 2024, including Ning Duong, senior vice president and chief operating officer for Credit Union West. In celebration of the Most Influential Women program, azbigmedia.com is profiling one of the Most Influential Women of 2024 each day leading up to the Most Influential Women of 2024 dinner and reception.
AZ Briefing: Can Kamala Harris win Arizona? Here's what to know; Do delegates have to vote for Biden?; Drop in measles protection in schools
Good morning, Arizona. Here's what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day. Facing mounting pressure from Democratic leaders, President Joe Biden ended his reelection bid and quickly endorsed Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. As Biden sagged recently in the Arizona polls,...
Tucson Turf comes close to reaching Boys 15U NFL Flag Championships title game
Tucson Turf’s 15U boys team representing the Arizona Cardinals came close to playing for the title of the NFL Flag Championships at Canton, Ohio, on Sunday, but receiver Sean Roebuck was ruled by referees to have stepped out of bounds before reaching the end zone as time expired against Metro Select (Saints).
West broiling, burning despite drought relief
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (CN) — While California and Nevada remain virtually drought-free, climate experts say extreme heat and wildfire risk may continue plaguing the West for months. Scientists with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said during a webinar Monday that ongoing heat events across the West present a major...
Proposed fee increase for Arizona Strip would give recreation areas a needed facelift
ST. GEORGE — While more people than ever are frequenting camping resources on the Arizona Strip, user fees have remained unchanged for over 25 years. However, in recent months, the Bureau of Land Management has been gathering public input to determine whether this needs to change. The Arizona Strip...
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