Trump Wields 1798 Alien Enemies Act Against Venezuelan Gang Members: Legal Showdown Brews as ACLU Steps In
President Trump's use of the Alien Enemies Act to target Venezuelan gang members has led to legal challenges and concerns over due process, with critics fearing overreach and civil liberties violations.
Snow Storm Triggers Fatal 22-Vehicle Pile-Up Near Williams, Arizona; Two Lives Claimed and Infrastructural Assessments Underway
Two died in an I-40 pile-up involving 22 vehicles during a snowstorm in Arizona; Juan Beltran Sanchez and Evelyn Davis were identified as the victims. The crash, exacerbated by icy conditions, led to a fire and significant challenges for responders.
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.












