After six rescues in 24 hours, Phoenix Fire says the calls look like a pattern and offers practical, field-tested tips for hikers. Hydration, early starts and checking trail closures are key.

A chain-reaction crash on SR 74 near Lake Pleasant killed a Phoenix man and critically injured a teen, Peoria police said.

More than 7,600 SRP customers in Phoenix’s Arcadia lost power early Tuesday; SRP crews worked to restore service while investigators probed the cause.

Patrick Battillo, known as Mr. ORNG, pleaded guilty to three counts of attempted sexual exploitation of a minor; sentencing is set for April 17. The case stems from solicitations to Peoria High students.

Uppercut opened inside Cleaverman at Arizona Center with a 14-course, $225 steak omakase and rotating drink pairings. The 16-seat counter offers limited, ticketed seatings nightly.

A major heat wave builds midweek with triple-digit highs and limited overnight relief.

A rare early-season heat wave will push Phoenix into the 100s midweek. City cooling centers and safety tips are standing by.

A west Phoenix Walmart was evacuated Saturday after a bomb threat; police searched the store and found no suspicious items.

A Camaro fleeing Border Patrol crashed into a fence near Sells; the driver and five migrants were detained and federal charges followed. Court papers identify two men tied to the run.

Michelin-starred chef Akira Back is eyeing the Valley after a two-night pop-up at Wild Horse Pass that showcased his Japanese‑Korean fusion.

Maricopa County's Stadium District opened a national search for an executive to run Chase Field and oversee a roughly $500M renovation; the role pays up to $400K.

Adam Sheafe pleaded guilty to charges including first-degree murder in the 2025 killing of New River pastor William “Pastor Bill” Schonemann. He asked a judge — not a jury — to decide any penalty.

More than a year after Leandro Antonio's death, his family says detectives have few leads and Silent Witness is offering a reward. Officials ask anyone with details to come forward.