Latina-owned Matcha House from Rocio Sheyko plans a late‑summer opening in downtown Phoenix, promising ceremonial‑grade matcha and gluten‑free bites.

A phenol leak inside a Buckeye Commons clinic prompted a hazmat response; three people were taken to hospital and crews contained the hazard to the clinic interior.

DPS says a semi driver on southbound I‑10 was arrested after troopers found red wine in the cab and recorded a .227 BAC.

A 14-year-old was shot near Avondale Boulevard and Broadway Road; police say a 15-year-old friend is in custody and there is no threat to the community.

A woman reported missing on July 9 was found dead in west Phoenix; police say the investigation is ongoing and details are limited.

A wildfire near Cordes Lakes forced evacuations for Yavapai County's Zone YCU-2336 as crews worked to contain the Rolling Ridge Fire.

Newly released bodycam footage and 911 calls show Queen Creek officers fatally shot a 23‑year‑old during a yard search after a hit‑and‑run. Mesa police are investigating.

A brush fire shut both directions of I-10 near Colossal Cave/Wentworth Road east of Tucson; Arizona DOT says there is no estimated reopening time.

Investigators say more than 70 luxury cars parked near Sky Harbor were stolen and later traced to Mexico; police made arrests and multi‑agency teams are investigating.

Summer heat has pushed rattlesnakes into Fountain Hills yards and garages, and local fire crews say calls are up. State wildlife and poison-center guidance outline safety and first-aid steps.

Phoenix police intercepted a suspected dealer near 59th Avenue and Camelback and seized roughly 43 pounds of methamphetamine, authorities say.

A Chandler physician was arrested July 8 after two patients said he inappropriately touched them during exams; he faces felony counts and is due back in court July 15.

Phoenix is under an Extreme Heat Warning Friday with highs near 111°F and limited overnight relief. Call 2‑1‑1 or use county cooling centers if you need a cool place.