Tucson and Phoenix Men Accused of Disguising Fentanyl Pills in Roofing Shingle Packages
Carlos Rene Montes and Miguel Angel Sesma were arrested in Arizona after authorities found 700,000 fentanyl pills hidden in roof shingle packaging. Both men face charges of fentanyl distribution, with sentences of 10 years to life if convicted.
Phoenix Welcomes a Week of Shifting Skies and Comfortable Temperatures
Phoenix weather to see cloud cover increase, 81°F high today, clearing overnight. Next days will have sunny skies, with highs in the low 70s to low 80s, and nighttime lows around 50s. Weekend temperatures may rise to mid-80s.
Bipartisan Blitz on Fentanyl Crisis, Senate Passes HALT Fentanyl Act to Slam Shut Legal Loopholes and Ramp Up Penalties
The U.S. Senate passed the HALT Fentanyl Act to combat the fentanyl crisis, supported by a bipartisan group, with provisions for tougher penalties and research facilitation on Schedule I substances.
Over 230 Individuals Charged with Immigration-Related Crimes in Arizona, Cases Include Assault on Federal Officer and Fentanyl Trafficking
Arizona's U.S. Attorney's Office charged over 230 people with immigration-related crimes, including illegal re-entry and smuggling; some cases involved assault on officers and drug trafficking.
Verde Investments Acquires Remaining Acres of Former Fiesta Mall Site for $24M, Plans Mesa's Fiesta Redefined Development
Verde Investments, owned by Ernest Garcia II, completed the $24M purchase for the Fiesta Mall site in Mesa, Arizona, planning a significant mixed-use project with 4,000 homes and commercial space.
Buc-ee's First Arizona Location in Goodyear Rescheduled to Open in June 2026
Buc-ee's has delayed the opening of its Goodyear, Arizona location to June 2026, though specific reasons for the postponement were not disclosed. The store will offer its usual amenities, including fueling stations and Texas-style food.
U.S.-Mexico Border Sees Historic Low in Migrant Crossings, Humanitarian Groups Warn of Increased Risks
U.S.-Mexico border crossings hit historic lows, raising concerns about the increased risks migrants face taking more dangerous routes, as aid groups work to provide humanitarian assistance.












