Casa de Ninos, a 17,250‑sq‑ft Paradise Valley estate on just over four acres, closed for $20 million, highlighting continued demand for trophy homes. Listing details and agent comments paint the picture.

Alaa R. Bartley pleaded guilty to secretly photographing a juvenile; the plea includes a 15–22 year range and requires sex‑offender registration. Sentencing is set for Aug. 20, 2026.

Marcus Freiberger’s family says DNA from his truck sits unprocessed and they’ve hired private investigators after his body was found at a south Phoenix quarry on March 19, 2025. The medical examiner ruled the manner of death "undetermined."

Phoenix Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested on suspicion of DUI in Scottsdale early Friday and released after about an hour; he remains sidelined with a broken left hand.

Prama AI is opening a Chandler headquarters after investing nearly $800,000. The move centralizes engineering work and signals new hiring in the East Valley.

Troopers say a Jan. 19 crash on eastbound I-10 near SR 51 ended with an alleged armed robbery; three people were later arrested.

Developers retooled PopStroke's Gilbert proposal, converting an indoor concept to a 36‑hole outdoor putting course at SanTan Village. The change alters parking and footprint plans.

Sunny Friday with a high near 73°F. Weekend warms into the 80s with a small chance of light showers Monday.

Phoenix approved a $500,000 settlement after a September 2021 emergency call left a man with a heart attack and catastrophic brain injury, court records show.

ASU and Freeport‑McMoRan are teaming up on sensors, robots and AI to speed how Arizona mines and processes copper. The pilot aims to cut waste and train local tech workers.

Arizona and Japan signed a memorandum aimed at expanding semiconductor R&D, advanced‑packaging ties and workforce programs linking ASU and local industry with JETRO. Officials expect delegations and pilot programs to follow.

A Phoenix man was sentenced to 10 years after prosecutors say he tried to lure a 14‑year‑old online. County officials praised detectives for stopping the suspect before he could meet a real child.

Kevin Binkley is hosting six-guest chef's-table dinners in Central Phoenix with seasonal multicourse menus and tickets around $330.