Faraday signed a framework LOI to buy BHP’s San Manuel property and fold it into Copper Creek, giving BHP roughly 30% of Faraday while limiting BHP’s near‑term cash exposure. The deal is non‑binding and depends on due diligence, permits and a definitive agreement.

A sculptural Paradise Valley home with a floating butterfly roof closed for $10.6M, joining a string of $10M‑plus sales in the town.

A two-vehicle crash near 21st Street and Bell Road sent three people to area hospitals in critical condition Saturday night as police investigate. Emergency crews say multiple people got out before firefighters arrived.

A man was shot and killed Saturday night near 16th Ave and Buckeye Rd in Phoenix. Detectives have cordoned off a liquor-store parking lot as they investigate.

A landlord lockout closed Bar Smith and Monarch Theatre last week, emptying a key Washington Street block and prompting a $3.3M commercial listing. Owners say they plan to fight on and may move the liquor license.

ICE is seeking to deport a Tempe resident whose attorney says an Iranian execution order awaits him; lawyers have filed emergency motions to block removal.

Three people were found shot near the Dorsey/Apache light-rail stop in Tempe; one person was seriously hurt. Police say there are no outstanding suspects and the investigation is ongoing.

Paris Baguette signage has appeared at Peoria's North Valley Power Center. Franchisees are expanding across the Valley but no opening date has been announced.

Ares Collective will convert Gilbert’s 1918 Clare House into Clare House Social — a pergola‑filled indoor‑outdoor hangout with an outdoor bar, games and TVs, aiming to open summer 2026.

Navajo, Hopi and San Juan Southern Paiute leaders traveled to Washington to press Congress to ratify a multi‑tribe water settlement and unlock roughly $5.1 billion for infrastructure. The push focuses on pipelines, wells and treatments meant to bring running water to many homes in northeastern Arizona.

A GOP amendment to SB 1570 would put federal immigration agents at every Arizona voting site in 2026, prompting sharp warnings from Democrats and voting‑rights groups. Legal experts say the measure could face immediate challenges.

Valley Metro halted westbound light rail at 3rd St/Washington on Feb. 18 after reported fire activity, directing eastbound riders to the nearby stop and causing delays.

A 68-year-old woman in a motorized wheelchair died after being struck while crossing 75th Avenue near Encanto Boulevard in west Phoenix. Investigators say she may have crossed against the signal.