The City of Mesa has activated multiple cooling centers across the area in response to an early stretch of extreme heat that is bringing record-breaking temperatures to the region. City officials say the decision was made to help protect residents, especially those who are most vulnerable to heat-related illnesses, by […]
A Scottsdale-based sports investment firm is proposing a massive redevelopment project for the former Fiesta Mall site in Mesa, with plans to transform the area into a $2.5 billion mixed-use destination called the Palo District. The development would cover the entire 80-acre property where the mall once stood, aiming to […]
A long-running volunteer effort in Mesa has reached a major milestone, as a local group has now created 18,000 sleeping bags for people experiencing homelessness. The group, known as the Ugly Quilt Group, has been working on this project for decades, using donated and repurposed materials to provide warmth and […]
Authorities in Tempe are investigating after a body was discovered in Tempe Town Lake on March 21, 2026. Police say officers responded to the area near the lake after receiving reports, and first responders were able to locate a body in the water. The discovery prompted an active investigation as […]
A powerful early-season heat wave in Arizona is forcing adjustments to the Cactus League schedule, including a game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Milwaukee Brewers being pushed back to later in the day. Officials say the change is necessary as the Phoenix area prepares for unusually high temperatures that could […]
A new poll is offering an early look at how Arizona voters are leaning in the 2026 governor’s race, showing a competitive landscape both in the Republican primary and the potential general election matchup. The polling highlights how the race is shaping up as incumbent Governor Katie Hobbs seeks re-election […]
A newly discovered hacking tool is raising serious concerns among cybersecurity researchers, as it has the potential to compromise hundreds of millions of iPhones worldwide. The tool has been found actively circulating online and being used in real-world attacks, marking a shift from highly targeted exploits to broader threats that […]
A growing number of families are taking legal action against major artificial intelligence companies, claiming that chatbot interactions have played a role in serious harm and even the deaths of young users. At the center of these cases is a group of attorneys working to hold companies accountable, arguing that […]
Arizona is experiencing unusually early and intense heat, and the rising temperatures are already changing how people are spending their time outdoors. Phoenix recently reached triple-digit temperatures, hitting around 101 to 102 degrees, marking the earliest occurrence of 100-degree weather on record for the city. As a result of the […]
Health officials in Arizona are warning residents after noticing that rattlesnake bites are already higher than what is typically seen this early in the year. According to the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, at least eight people across the state have already been treated for rattlesnake bites, a number […]
