Ashlyn White, a math teacher at Legacy Traditional School in Gilbert, receives the 12News A+ Teacher award for her exceptional dedication to education and to students' personal growth.

Convicted murderer Daniel Cahill was recaptured in Arizona after escaping from a halfway house, with authorities confirming his arrest without incident. He had previously escaped in 1980 and killed a local resident.

The Salas family in Phoenix mourns the tragic drowning of their three-year-old son, Dominic, in a Peoria pool.

Steven Ekdahl became the 100th recipient of an artificial heart at Banner - University Medical Center in Phoenix, while the Phoenix Children's Center for Heart Care provides premier pediatric cardiac care.

A stalled Union Pacific train disrupted traffic near Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, but the PHX Sky Train® provided an alternative route, unaffected by the incident.

Mesa police were involved in a shooting near Stapley Drive and Main Street, no officers were injured, details on other injuries were not provided, and an investigation is ongoing.

Police in Long Island are probing a scam where a man and a girl sold nonexistent Girl Scout cookies, while an Arizona troop was duped by a fake $100 bill.

Clint Hickman, Maricopa County Supervisor, will not seek reelection to focus on family, leaving a vacancy after fellow Republican Bill Gates' departure.

The number of Valley homeowners owning their homes outright has surpassed one-third, reflecting a national trend where 40% of homes are mortgage-free.

Arizona is anticipating a successful Spring Training, as tourism experts project a strong season due to the appeal of teams like the Diamondbacks and Rangers. The event is expected to attract visitors, benefiting local businesses and the economy.

Arizona State University ranks 34th worldwide for graduate employability, according to a recent survey by GEURS, also highlighting the university's solid industry partnerships and experiential learning focus.

Jennifer Lopez announces her "This Is Me... Now" tour stopping in Phoenix on July 9. Tickets go on sale with presales starting February 20 and general sales on February 23.

The article discusses efforts in Arizona to support teenagers' mental health, highlighting programs like Leader In Me and The Grief Sensitive Schools Initiative, and the importance of family involvement in adolescent recovery.