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Investigators named a suspect — Christian Stasenka — in a 2010 Phoenix-area sexual‑assault cold case and say he reportedly fled the country. Silent Witness is taking tips at 480‑WITNESS.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Sky Harbor has launched TSA PreCheck Touchless ID — face-scan lanes are live in Terminal 3 and scheduled to appear in Terminal 4 this month.
A person was stabbed on a Valley Metro light rail train in Tempe. Police say the suspect fled before officers arrived and remains at large as investigators probe the attack.
Community & Society in ...
Upper‑middle class earnings in the Phoenix Valley vary widely — statewide the bracket starts in the mid‑six figures, while Paradise Valley's top end nears $500,000.
Politics & Govt in ...
A new bill from Sen. Lauren Kuby and AG Kris Mayes would set 82°F max and 68°F min indoor standards for rentals, shorten lease‑termination windows, and block heat‑related evictions.
State data show most missing foster youth ran from group homes, and a new bill would create an outside panel to audit the Department of Child Safety.
Sports in ...
After high‑priced gambles and a painful reset, Mat Ishbia’s Suns have shifted to defense, depth and late‑season traction — and Phoenix is back in the conversation.
The U.S. Army is investigating reports that fuel fell over Phoenix and Tempe neighborhoods last week, leaving a woman with chemical burns to her eye and residents worried about lingering fumes.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
ADHS issued a voluntary recall for two cannabis flower batches sold at JARS and Nature's Wonder over possible Aspergillus contamination. Customers are being told to dispose of or return affected product.
Arts & Culture in ...
Heritage Square will host Phoenix Chinese Week’s 36th Lunar New Year Festival on Feb. 14–15, 2026, with free admission, lion dances, performances and family activities.
Real Estate & Development in ...
MoneyLion and Zillow data put Bowie, AZ, at the bottom of Arizona's housing prices — typical single-family values near $66K. Low prices come with limited services and thin inventory.
A debris fire at a transfer station near 51st Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road sent heavy smoke across west Phoenix. Crews are on scene and officials are monitoring air quality.
A man was shot at an apartment complex on Chandler Boulevard near 44th Street Monday; a woman was detained and detectives are investigating.
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