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Scottsdale Police seek feedback

The Scottsdale Police Department is inviting community members to provide comments and feedback as they enter the Year 3 re-accreditation review with the Commission on Accreditation for Law …
Bus and rail services will operate through the weekend as normal.

Tempe closes roads for Oktoberfest

This weekend in downtown Tempe, thousands of patrons are expected to attend either Oktoberfest at Tempe Beach Park or the Arizona State v. Hawaii football game at Mountain America Stadium.  …
Cody Walker, 15, was last seen at about 10:36 p.m., Oct 6.

Three teens reported missing this week in Queen Creek

Police are searching for three teens who have been missing since Oct. 6. The Queen Creek Police Department reports that Cody Walker, 15, was last seen at about 10:36 p.m., Oct 6. Walker is …
Gigi’s Playhouse Phoenix member Sofia Ramirez (right) prepares the cash register for a busy day at the achievement center’s cafe.

Gigi’s Playhouse in Scottsdale offers those with Down syndrome skills, camaraderie

Chris Mays knows what’s wrong with the world. “The world needs more people with Down syndrome,” said Mays, the executive director of GiGi’s Playhouse Phoenix, which is actually located …
A sign marks the entrance to Verrado Marketplace at the northeast corner of Interstate 10 and Verrado Way in Buckeye. The shopping center’s dining and entertainment area, The District, is scheduled to debut Oct. 15.

Verrado Marketplace’s dining district set for Oct. 15 debut

Verrado Marketplace’s dining and entertainment area, The District, is scheduled to debut Oct. 15, with more businesses expected to open at the Buckeye shopping center before year’s end, according to developer Vestar.
The Dahmen Family Foundation recently surprised the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children staff with an unexpected $250,000 donation.
NEIGHBORS

Scottsdale’s Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children receives surprise $250K

The Scottsdale-based Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children recently received a surprise $250,000 donation from the Dahmen Family Foundation during a special check presentation. The gift will support …
Former Mesa Mayor John Giles in August when he was tapped by incumbent Gov. Katie Hobbs to be her running mate.
CITATIONS

Giles addresses speeding tickets received as Mesa mayor

PHOENIX - The nominee for lieutenant governor on the Democratic ticket is brushing aside multiple speeding tickets he received  while mayor of Mesa. "I've lived in Arizona my entire life, …
The Peoria Unified School District Administrative Building is located at 6330 W. Thunderbird Road, Glendale.
public schools

Peoria Unified board to report possible violation of open meeting law involving fellow board member

The Peoria Unified governing board voted to self report a possible violation of the open meeting law involving a potential disclosure of confidential information by a fellow board member.
The icon for the video sharing TikTok app is seen on a smartphone, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Marple Township, Pa. Arizona is filing its own lawsuit against TikTok and its affiliated companies accusing the social media platform of violating state consumer protection laws by concealing its mental health dangers to teens.
Legal

Arizona AG files lawsuit against TikTok for concealing mental health dangers to teens

PHOENIX — Arizona is filing is own lawsuit against TikTok and its affiliated companies accusing the social media platform of violating state consumer protection laws by concealing its mental health …
Jamie Martin speaks to the Chandler Unified Governing Board during its Oct. 7 regular meeting. Several public-input commenters at the meeting want the board to reverse its decision to have a land acknowledgement video played at both board meetings and district graduation ceremonies.
EDUCATION

Land acknowledgement still a topic with East Valley school board meeting

Even a month after the Chandler Unified Governing Board voted to have a land acknowledgement video played at both board meetings and district graduation ceremonies, it’s still a topic at least a …
Automatic license plate readers allow Scottsdale Police to solve leads in a matter of minutes that could take as long as weeks to solve without them, according to Scottsdale Assistant Chief of Police Christopher Watson.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Scottsdale to continue using Flock cameras

It looks like Scottsdale will continue to use automatic license plate readers, but with greater “guardrails” on their use. The city council voted unanimously during its Oct. 6 meeting to …
Autumn has arrived, and Phoenix Parks and Recreation is welcoming the season with a mix of free, family-friendly celebrations throughout the city.
Family fun

Phoenix Parks Department plans free fall activities this October

Autumn has arrived, and Phoenix Parks and Recreation is welcoming the season with a mix of free, family-friendly celebrations throughout the city. From community trunk-or-treats, to lively …
Sesame Street co-creator Joan Ganz Cooney attends the 42nd Annual Kennedy Center Honors at The Kennedy Center on Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Washington.
Joan Ganz Cooney

Phoenix to honor ‘Sesame Street’ co-creator with ceremonial street sign

Can you tell me how to get, how to get to Joan Ganz Cooney Way? The city of Phoenix is dedicating a ceremonial street sign to honor one of the co-creators of ‘Sesame Street’ who was born and …
Bernadette Greene-Placentia (D) is running for Congressional District 8 in Arizona.
Crime

Report details attack on Arizona congressional district candidate

A report conducted by the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office into the rape of Democratic Congressional District 8 candidate Bernadette Greene-Placentia provides new details.
French native Natacha Douglas is bringing the French Crêperie from Missouri to Scottsdale.
BUSINESS

Public welcome to grand opening of French Crêperie in Scottsdale

The public is welcome to attend the grand opening of the French Crêperie, at 10 a.m., Oct. 24 at 4225 N. Marshall Way, Suite 2. The cafe is an authentic French restaurant concept that began in …
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arrest

Apache Junction police seek public’s help following kidnapping arrest

The Apache Junction Police Department is asking for the community’s help following the arrest of a 32-year-old man in connection with the kidnapping and assault of an 18-year-old woman. At …
Carvin Jones tears through his set at a bar in Scottsdale in October 2024. Jones died Sept. 20 after a battle with cancer.
IN MEMORIUM

Valley to celebrate life, legacy of bluesman Carvin Jones

One of the Valley’s favorite sons of the blues will be laid to rest here at home.
Valley Travel

Weekend work: Crews will be closing lanes, restricting ramps along Loops 101, 202, SR 51

Valley drivers traveling from Friday night until Monday more need to prepare for freeway restrictions along sections of Loops 101 and 202 along with State Route 51, state transportation officials …
Jay Feely, left, faces off Wednesday night in a debate with Amish Shah as they compete in the race to be elected to the U.S. House in CD 2.
Arizona Election 2026

Candidates for CD 1 talk data center, medical costs, war in Iran

SCOTTSDALE — The debate Wednesday night for what could be the Democrats’ best chance in the nation of picking up a seat in the U.S. House provoked some sparks. Amish Shah labeled Republican …
Photo taken on ASU’s Tempe campus on Monday, March 17, 2024.
Education

ASU responds to call for federal investigation

Arizona State University and nine others are being accused of visa fraud by the federal government with Vice President JD Vance calling for an investigation in a press conference on Oct. 8.   …
The City of Scottsdale was named one of the 2026 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America by Healthiest Employers.
COMMUNITY NEWS

Scottsdale named one of 2026 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America

The City of Scottsdale has earned national recognition as one of the 2026 Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America by Healthiest Employers, an awards program recognizing organizations that prioritize …
Guests at The Other Art Fair interact with John Paine’s huge color-in mural.
ARTS

The Other Art Fair makes Phoenix debut in November

The Other Art Fair, presented by Saatchi Art, will make its Phoenix debut Nov. 12-15 at On Jackson in the downtown Warehouse District.
A child holds the hand of a wooden cutout of the animated character Daniel Tiger at the “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: A Grr-ific Exhibit.
Children's activities

'Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood' exhibit open now through Jan. 10 at Children's Museum of Phoenix

The “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” exhibit at Children's Museum of Phoenix is now open and will run through Sunday, Jan. 10. “It is one of the most popular children’s shows in the …
A little more money is going toward helping local veterans in need for things like rent and utilities, thanks to the Maricopa County Community College District Foundation.
Veterans

More last-resort aid coming to West Valley veterans

A little more money is going toward helping local veterans in need for things like rent and utilities, thanks to the Maricopa County Community College District Foundation.
Jack Seiter catches a wave at the Surfing with Nixon event on Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 at Revel Surf Park in Mesa, Ariz.
Community

Surfing with Nixon creates sense of belonging for children with autism and their families

MESA — The waves roll toward the shore as Nixon Romney waits for his turn in the lineup.  Around him are professional surfers, volunteers and dozens of families who have come to Revel …
Arizona Water

Dry wells in rural Arizona force residents to rely on water haulers

Adam Brice fills up a customer’s water tank with his water hauler on Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2026 in Chino Valley, Ariz.

CHINO VALLEY – The gas-powered motor roars as water hits the near-empty trough, alerting cattle it’s drinking time.  Adam Brice moves from one metal trough to the next with a green …

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2026 Preps football preview: Ironwood

Ironwood

Ironwood coach Tony Stillings did not have to say much to his current seniors in January, when they gathered for the first time after a 1-9 season in 2025. No one wanted another fall like that. …

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Public welcome to grand opening of French Crêperie in Scottsdale

French native Natacha Douglas is bringing the French Crêperie from Missouri to Scottsdale.

The public is welcome to attend the grand opening of the French Crêperie, at 10 a.m., Oct. 24 at 4225 N. Marshall Way, Suite 2. The cafe is an authentic French restaurant concept that began in …

Banner Ironwood’s expansion underway in Queen Creek

Mayor Julia Wheatley, far right, attended the groundbreaking ceremony for Banner Ironwood Medical Center

Banner Ironwood Medical Center in Queen Creek has started work on an expansion of its emergency department. Banner Ironwood, 37000 N. Gantzel Road, is adding more than 32,000 square feet to the …

Neighbors

Scottsdale’s Thurston Family Foundation names Carrie Masters chief impact officer

Carrie Masters is the new chief impact officer at the Scottsdale nonprofit Thurston Family Foundation.

The Thurston Family Foundation, a Scottsdale nonprofit, announced that Carrie Masters has joined the organization as chief impact officer. In her new role, Masters will work alongside nonprofit …

Phoenix exhibit explores nature through watercolor, clay, acrylic

“Layered Rock in Zion Arroyo,” by Kimberly Harris, will be part of the “Observations” exhibit coming to Olney Gallery in Phoenix starting Nov. 2.

Artists Kimberly Harris and Annie Waters will present “Observations — two artists’ journeys through nature” Nov. 2-25 at Olney Gallery at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Phoenix.

Things to do

Leon Bridges bringing Happiness Anytime tour to Phoenix

Leon Bridges, left and Trombone Shorty perform at Trombone Shorty

Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Leon Bridges will bring his Happiness Anytime Tour to Phoenix on Sept. 29, 2027, at Arizona Financial Theatre.

Paranormal Festival opens Oct. 17 at Superstition Mountain Lost Dutchman Museum

A celebration of all things paranormal is planned Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Superstition Mountain Lost Dutchman Museum, 4087 E. Apache Trail, northeast of Apache Junction.

A spine-tingling day is planned at the Paranormal Festival where history, legends and the unexplained collide beneath the shadow of the Superstition Mountains. Long associated with mysterious …

Obituaries & Memorials: Remembering your loved ones
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Sally Jo (Lovelace) Brown

Sally Jo (Lovelace) Brown died peacefully at her group home residence in Surprise, Arizona on Sat., Sept. 26, 2026. The former resident of Davenport, Iowa, who had lived most recently in Sun City …
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Shirley Wright Wagner

Shirley Wright Wagner, née Dripps, was born in Oregon on February 10, 1932. She passed away peacefully at home, resting in her favorite chair in the loving arms of family. Shirley lived with an open …
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Mary Helen Jones

Mary Helen Jones, 86, passed away on September 20, 2026, in Oshkosh, WI. She was born on December 7, 1939, in Racine, WI to parents, Joseph Edward and Alma Veronica (Goebel) Cumicek. Mary married the …
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Shirley McAllister

Shirley McAllister Dr. Shirley E. Stauber Friend McAllister was born November 12, 1931 in Noel, MO and passed peacefully in her sleep September 12, 2026 in Chandler, AZ at the age of 94. She was …
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Nancy Hoard Glenn

Nancy Hoard Glenn was born on April 14, 1938, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin to Hal and Betty Hoard. Nancy was the great granddaughter of William Dempster Hoard, who was the governor of Wisconsin. Starting …
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