A semi truck fire blocked SR 79 both directions south of US 60 near Florence, causing major delays and prompting ADOT to direct drivers to AZ511 for updates.

The Mosaic will convert Arrowhead's former Sears into an Asian shopping plaza anchored by 99 Ranch Market, bringing restaurants, boba shops and specialty retailers to Glendale.

A 17-year-old was arrested after police say he fired multiple shots at his uncle in Bullhead City; a stray bullet entered a nearby home while children played.

A natural gas leak at a north Phoenix construction site prompted evacuations and closed Mayo Boulevard at 73rd Street while hazmat crews and Southwest Gas responded.

Scottsdale developer Diversified Partners plans to convert 7501 E. McCormick Parkway into "Lakefront at Scottsdale," a small lakefront dining-and-retail destination with a June 2026 groundbreaking. The proposal calls for four restaurants and boutique shops along McCormick Ranch’s shoreline.

A Speedway in Globe sold a Powerball ticket that was doubled by Power Play into a $100,000 prize. The draw numbers and claiming rules are detailed here.

Phoenix heads into a late‑February heat spike with highs near 93°F and warm nights in the 60s.

The Phoenix VA is more than tripling infusion capacity to 22 chairs and reworking the main tower to make long chemo and infusion visits more comfortable. Officials say the work is part of a broader VA modernization push.

Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a cluster of Republican bills this month, blocking several SNAP and Medicaid changes and a hospital citizenship-reporting measure. Her move deepens the session fight over overrides and ballot referrals.

Authorities arrested a Gilbert man after hidden bathroom videos were found on a USB; two clips were traced to the Lululemon at Scottsdale Fashion Square.

Sunny, unusually warm weather will push Phoenix into the upper 80s and low 90s through the weekend. City cooling centers and a downtown respite site are available for relief.

Smallcakes' Ahwatukee location will close this Saturday after eight years, the owners said in a social post that offered thanks but no reason.

Sunny this morning with a forecast high near 87°F. Phoenix will climb into the low 90s Thursday through the weekend with daily records possible.