President Trump is listed to speak at Turning Point USA’s 'Build the Red Wall' event at Dream City Church in Phoenix on April 17. Organizers warn of Secret Service screening and limited parking.

Stray Mylar balloons drifted into overhead lines over the weekend, cutting power to nearly 9,000 Phoenix-area customers. APS urges keeping metallic balloons tethered and deflated.

A 19‑year‑old was shot and killed after an alleged brake‑check on San Mateo Boulevard. Police used license‑plate readers to track a silver Mustang to the North Valley and arrest a suspect.

Low 70s this morning with highs near 95°F. Isolated storms and gusty outflows possible before a midweek cool‑down.

A driver who fled DPS troopers early Sunday was arrested after hiding in a backyard shed near 13th Avenue and McDowell Road. Phoenix police used K‑9 and air units to secure the scene.

A newly built Paradise Valley estate at 6724 N. 62nd St. sold for about $16 million after a lightning‑fast market run, adding to a string of trophy sales. The 8,331‑sq‑ft home was marketed with a wellness retreat and Camelback views.

Police shut down Mill Avenue in downtown Tempe after a reported shooting near 5th Street; detectives are canvassing the area and the investigation is active.

A former AZ GOP chair says Rep. Alex Kolodin privately admitted his Secure Elections Act is meant to curb mail‑in voting; Kolodin says the changes secure ballots.

Phoenix Union’s board voted to start a formal renaming process for Cesar Chavez High School amid national allegations tied to the late labor leader. The school will temporarily be called Champion Circle while the district solicits community input.

Arizona shot 64% and rolled past Arkansas 109-88 to reach the Elite Eight. The Wildcats now head to San Jose to face No. 2 Purdue on Saturday.

Phoenix will hold a grand opening for its new 27‑story police headquarters Friday, moving key services into 100 W. Washington and out of the decades‑old downtown building.

Kris Mayes says Choice Home Warranty customers who bought policies by phone from 2013–2023 can file claims for their share of an $11.8M settlement.

Five East Valley restaurants were flagged in this week’s Dirty Dining roundup for unsafe meat handling and chemical-storage concerns.