Mesa Public Schools to lay off 40 employees next year
The district says that 147 district-level positions are being eliminated next school year and a “reduction in force of 42.2...
Month: February 2025
Police identify man who jumped into canal near WM Phoenix Open
Christian Maese, 27, was arrested on multiple charges, including resisting arrest, trespass and aggravated assault after jumping into a Scottsdale...
Kevin Durant becomes 8th player to reach 30,000 points in his career
Phoenix Suns superstar Kevin Durant joined the exclusive 30,000-point club on Tuesday night at home.
Woman’s Arizona cold case solved years later
An Arizona cold case was solved, and years later, the victim is hoping to use new technology to help others....
2nd teen boy dies after Phoenix ATV crash
Both teens have died following an ATV crash near 47th Avenue and Cholla Street on Feb. 6.
Recovery efforts in California continue after fires
California is attempting the fastest, largest debris removal operation in the state's history while monitoring hazardous materials in the wake...
Man killed, another hurt in Phoenix shooting
Phoenix Police are investigating after a man was killed and another was hurt in a shooting on Feb. 11. This...
MCSO: 5 arrested for allegedly trafficking guns, drugs on social media
Five suspects were arrested after they allegedly used social media to traffic guns and drugs, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office...
Arizona DES workers admit to bribery scheme for claim approvals
Two Arizona government employees pleaded guilty to taking bribes to approve financial assistance and embezzling nearly $3.5 million.
Mother of kids who were killed by father turns grief into a purpose
The mother of two children who were gunned down by their father in Surprise last year is working to change...
Scottsdale City Council votes to end DEI programs
The Scottsdale City Council dismantled its DEI funding in a 5-2 vote on Tuesday night with some people booing and...
Mesa Public Schools the latest district in Arizona to announce layoffs due to budget, enrollment shortfalls
Mesa Public Schools announced a round of layoffs for next school year in response to declining enrollment and budget cuts.
