James Estep rejected a 32‑year plea offer and will face trial on a 30‑count indictment that prosecutors say spans Phoenix, Mesa and Tempe. Hearings are set before an April trial.

Low 80s Friday and mild nights in Phoenix. Sky Harbor could tie or break a warm‑low record.

State lawmakers condemned coordinated teacher 'sick‑outs' that closed Tucson campuses, and say they are drafting rules to keep classrooms open after widespread ICE‑related protests.

Warm, dry weather returns to Phoenix: highs near 80°F today with gusty east winds this morning. Expect dry conditions through the weekend.

Phoenix firefighters are battling a large strip mall blaze near 40th Street and Bell Road. 40th Street is closed and officials warn drivers to avoid the area.

Phoenix Fire Department says crews are fighting a residential house fire near 36th Street and Cactus Road; officials have released only limited details.

An anonymous tip led to the recovery of an unloaded firearm in a student’s backpack at West Point High in Avondale; the 16-year-old is now in juvenile custody.

Soul Fire Tacos, from Dana Dumas’ SJ Concepts, will open Feb. 21 in Scottsdale’s Airpark with birria tacos, a Soul Roll and a free‑taco grand opening offer.

Sunny and unseasonably warm Wednesday with highs near 85°F and gusty east winds. Secure outdoor items and stay hydrated.

A North Phoenix man is in critical condition after police say he shot at his wife and then shot himself; officers used air and drone units to locate the vehicle. Investigation is ongoing.

Sunny and dry with highs near 79°F today; midweek highs may climb into the 80s. Low humidity and breezy east winds are possible later in the week.

ADOT will host a Feb. 12 public meeting in Phoenix to unveil 60% design plans for the 97th Avenue–Loop 202 segment of SR 30, with construction expected to begin in 2027.

An unidentified man was killed in a suspected hit-and-run at Encanto and Grand. Investigators are asking witnesses to call Silent Witness.