A 68-year-old woman in a motorized wheelchair died after being struck while crossing 75th Avenue near Encanto Boulevard in west Phoenix. Investigators say she may have crossed against the signal.

Republican lawmakers pushed bills to force faster action at the Arizona State Land Department after audits found planning lapses and a growing backlog. The measures would add timelines and new oversight.

A proposed Arizona law would forbid party names that include “independent” or similar terms, a move aimed at the newly renamed Arizona Independent Party and already sparking legal fights.

Three people were shot Monday night in Maryvale; neighbors described a car pulling up and frantic screams as police launched an investigation.

New analysis finds Arizona’s Black population rose sharply and skewed younger, with rising college attainment and buying power — even as professional representation remains low.

A Phoenix Arcadia couple says a man tried to intercept their FedEx delivery with a fake ID; the driver refused and police are investigating.

Light showers and breezy winds move through Phoenix Tuesday with small rain totals. Gusty, blustery periods are likely Wednesday.

PRESS Coffee will open a new Camelback Corridor cafe this spring — a 2,029‑sq‑ft shop with a conference room, shaded patio and indoor seating that brings the roaster to 20 Valley locations.

Emersa, a domed, observatory‑inspired cocktail lounge from the 36 Below team, will open at Verrado Marketplace in Buckeye with timed, immersive 90‑minute sessions.

A man was struck and killed Sunday night near 19th Street and Broadway Road in south Phoenix. Police say the driver fled and detectives are asking witnesses to come forward.

A 74-year-old man, identified as Manuel Porfido Madril, died after being struck on 16th Street in Phoenix; police say impairment isn’t suspected and the investigation is ongoing.

Tempe-based Dutch Bros closed 2025 with $1.64B in revenue and $117.3M net income, and it plans an even larger expansion in 2026 with at least 181 new shops.

Phoenix will host NBA All-Star Weekend Feb. 19–21, 2027, with the game at the Suns' downtown arena. City officials are already celebrating.