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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.
To deliver lifesaving IV rehydration in the Phoenix heat, street medicine teams think like 'MacGyver'
Summer heat in Phoenix can be deadly. Last year, 645 people died of heat related causes in Maricopa County. Nearly half of those deaths were among the unhoused population. A street medicine team is trying a new intervention they hope will reduce the death toll. On a hot Thursday morning...
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...
Ultra-high-end Silver Sky community breaks ground in Paradise Valley
Paradise Valley is already the fifth-wealthiest suburb in the U.S. Now, a new neighborhood wants to raise the bar even more. Silver Sky Development broke ground last month on Silver Sky, a new community at the base of Mummy Mountain. The project will comprise just 12 homes on 18 acres.
Pickleball facility The Picklemall closes Tempe location after a year
Less than a year after it opened its doors, The Picklemall, an indoor pickleball facility at Arizona Mills Mall in Tempe, is closing. The facility, which lost its lease, will host a goodbye event at 8 p.m. Monday. A note on the website reads in part, "It is with profound...
TruWest celebrates credit unions, members on July 26
TruWest Credit Union will join credit union enthusiasts nationwide to mark I Love My Credit Union Day, a day dedicated to celebrating the many reasons community members love their credit unions, inspiring engaging and lively conversations about the impact of credit unions in the local community.
Honda Opens New Distribution Center
American Honda announced a partnership with global logistics-services leader Maersk on the opening of a new 150,000-square-foot distribution center in Phoenix, Arizona. The facility will support Honda’s Powersports and Products division, strengthening the company’s ability to serve its regional dealer network in the Southwestern U.S. The facility will provide warehousing and distribution services for a wide range of recreational, utility and outdoor equipment. Previously, Honda serviced the Southwestern U.S. from the Los Angeles area.
BlackWolf Rideshare Expansion into Phoenix Halted Due to Regulatory Compliance Issues
A new player in the rideshare game, BlackWolf, known for its unique feature of offering rides with armed drivers, recently announced its expansion into Phoenix. Founded in Atlanta, BlackWolf has stirred the pot with its concept of increased security during rides by hiring drivers who boast backgrounds in military, law enforcement, or private security. The service touts a rigorous vetting process for these drivers, with a stipulation of at least four years' experience in their previous professions, as noted on the company's website.
Mesa Leadership Training and Development names new board of directors
The Mesa Leadership Training and Development program is announcing new leadership within its board of directors. They will lead the organization in its mission to educate and train potential leaders ...
Romero, Circle fires threatening land near Kearny in rural Arizona
PHOENIX — Crews continue working to contain two large wildfires threatening farm land in rural Arizona near Kearny, officials said. The Pinal County incidents are known as the Romero Fire and the Circle Fire. The size and containment figures reported Monday for both fires were unchanged from the previous day.
Arizona fitness instructor found dead in gym parking lot warned family about stalker for weeks
An Arizona woman who went missing earlier this month was found dead alongside the stalker she had warned about to family and friends. 25-year-old Doris Marcela Aguilar went missing on July 1. Her car was found abandoned a week later in a parking lot in Phoenix. Her body was found about a week later in another car next to Juan Cuéllar's, 51, who authorities said killed Aguilar and then committed suicide. They were identified last Friday.
Cosm to Open in Centennial Yards
Centennial Yards Company signed a long-term lease with Cosm, an immersive technology, media, and entertainment company, to create a 70,000-square-foot, three-level entertainment venue, which will deliver live sports and experiential entertainment. The venture will be part of the Sports and Entertainment District at Centennial Yards. Cosm is the first addition...
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