Phoenix homicide detectives arrested a man this week in the November 2025 shooting that killed Kevin Mitchell. Authorities say the arrest followed months of investigation and tips.

Phoenix and Tempe technical rescue teams are on scene at South Mountain Park, officials say. Crews asked the public to avoid the area while the operation continues.

Flour & Thyme has shut its downtown dining room after plumbing problems revealed water damage that needs a major remodel. Chef Ivan Jacobo says repairs are finished but no reopening date has been set.

Officers responded late Tuesday after an infant was found unresponsive near 20th and Glendale; the child was hospitalized and police said injuries are non-life-threatening.

A man surrendered after allegedly smashing a Pinal County school-bus window; SWAT and negotiators resolved the standoff and a child suffered only minor injuries.

Gehrig Duarte was sentenced to 6.25 years in prison and lifetime supervised probation after pleading guilty to counts tied to sexual exploitation of minors, the state AG said.

An alleged road‑rage shooting near Val Vista and University drives left at least one person shot and prompted an active police investigation in Mesa.

An anonymous tip led to the recovery of an unloaded firearm in a student’s backpack at West Point High in Avondale; the 16-year-old is now in juvenile custody.

Soul Fire Tacos, from Dana Dumas’ SJ Concepts, will open Feb. 21 in Scottsdale’s Airpark with birria tacos, a Soul Roll and a free‑taco grand opening offer.

A cash buyer paid $14.3M for a nearly 5‑acre Paradise Valley parcel, pushing the per‑acre price above $3 million and setting an early 2026 high in Arizona.

Sunny and unseasonably warm Wednesday with highs near 85°F and gusty east winds. Secure outdoor items and stay hydrated.

A motorcyclist died after a late-night multi-vehicle crash on Loop 303 in Surprise; DPS says the rider was ejected and the investigation is ongoing.

Phoenix police arrested Norman Sanders Tuesday in connection with a November Circle K shooting that killed 45-year-old Kevin Mitchell. Detectives say the homicide probe is ongoing.