EDUCATION
The International School of Arizona Board of Trustees has appointed Nathan Walker as the school’s next head of school, effective July 1, 2027.
Walker succeeds Jason Smith, who will continue to …
EDUCATION
A paralegal, a businesswoman/writer and a career educator who has served as a teacher principal and district superintendent squared off in a candidate forum hosted by the Scottsdale Parent Council …
LOCAL INFRASTRUCTURE
The Chandler City Council approved a second change order last month for one of its most ambitious recent non-vehicle road projects.
Jason Crampton, the city’s transportation planning manager, …
Mental Health
Behavioral health specialists are taking more calls than ever in the city of Phoenix, in lieu of police or fire, and the program continues to expand.
Phoenix’s Community Assistance Program is …
EDUCATION
Families with children entering kindergarten for the 2027–28 school year are invited to attend Kindergarten Roundup, a series of events hosted at Scottsdale Unified School District elementary …
Crime
Edgardo Dominguez-Cortez was sentenced Sept. 28 to nine years and three months in prison for his role in a Buckeye heroin trafficking case, the Arizona attorney general’s office announced Oct. 12.
Sports
TEMPE – Before the puck dropped on the Arizona State men’s hockey team’s home opener against Holy Cross on Friday, fans received yellow ribbons with Matthew Mayich’s initials and No. 27 …
Election 2026
PHOENIX — A new bid by a top campaign aide to Katie Hobbs to throw some more shade on Andy Biggs may have backfired.
In a post on X, Michael Beyer called attention to a story in American …
The National Weather Service has issued more flood watches and is warning of more showers and isolated thunderstorms in the Southwest after the remnants of tropical storm Rachel caused severe …
Salt River
The city of Phoenix earlier this month took a step toward transforming the banks of the Rio Salado.
The Phoenix Planning Commission approved a general plan amendment on Oct. 1 for the Rio Salado …
Religion
This year’s Jewish Expo attracted Melanie Shiraz, who was Miss Israel 2025, Jewish goods, Jewish philanthropy groups, a Judaica store and even an educational game to help children learn Hebrew.
SPONSORED CONTENT
Rafi Law Group is pleased to announce the promotion of Gabriel L. Anderson from Associate Attorney to Supervising Attorney, recognizing his outstanding results for clients, commitment to personal …
BUSINESS
Time Mission, an immersive, team-based time-travel adventure experience, is expanding to Arizona with plans to open an approximately 10,000-square-foot venue in Scottsdale, 15745 N. Hayden Road in …
Government
Gilbert has one of the lowest municipal staffing rates in the East Valley, prompting debate among town leaders over employee burnout, efficiency and hiring needs.
LOCAL GOVERNMENT
In addition to many other actions, the Chandler City Council will be tasked with some tough decisions this week on utilities, vehicle purchases, a major parks contract and one for the rebuild of a …
Election 2026
PHOENIX – At Turning Point USA’s “America: Love It or Leave It” tour stop at Grand Canyon University, CEO Erika Kirk called out one particular group: those who don’t plan to vote in the …
Mel Martin Mile
The city of Phoenix is dedicating a ceremonial street sign to the founder and owner of the Martin Auto Museum.
Mel Martin is the founder of the Martin Auto Museum at the northwest corner of 43rd …
NEIGHBORS
In an effort to create a stronger sense of community, the Daily Independent is asking residents to share a little about themselves with some standard questions. Here are Barney Gonzales’ answers.
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SUNLAND AVENUE
A man armed with a gun and knife died at a hospital Saturday after he was shot by Phoenix officers at an apartment complex on Sunland Avenue.
Police received a call about 12:45 p.m. Oct. 10 that …
HIGH COST
PHOENIX - High prices, delivery delays and alleged monopolistic market control by fire truck manufacturers have Arizona cities and fire districts seeing red.
Seven Arizona cities have signed a …
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