Prosecutors ‘still looking’ at whether Gilbert Goons a criminal gang
County Attorney Rachel Mitchell talks Preston Lord, teen violence, brass knuckles and kids with guns.
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Party-switching chief deputy Russ Skinner named Maricopa County sheriff
The longtime sheriff’s deputy changed political parties so he could replace Democrat Paul Penzone.
Neo-Nazi, 2 others face trial in killing of gay Phoenix man
An ex-con, his wife and a second man will stand trial in Phoenix this summer for their involvement in the fatal beatdown of Jake Kelly.
Boos, lies and QAnon: Kari Lake hits campaign turbulence
Lake was booed by Republicans, she spoke at a QAnon fundraiser, and her campaign lied about $75,000 in speaking fees.
Arizona GOP’s new anti-trans tactic: Requiring ‘detransition’ services
Republicans in the Arizona legislature want to weaponize detransitioning to target transgender health care.
Sunbursts to El Valle: A look at Phoenix Suns jerseys over the years
From classic to flashy, and celebrating the Valley’s Mexican American culture, jerseys for the Phoenix Suns spark excitement.
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Phoenix police shoot, run over man in case of mistaken identity
“We’re running him over. Hold on,” an officer said seconds after another one shot David Epaloose.
Arizona lawmakers want to ban brass knuckles after Gilbert Goons attacks
As state senators react to teen violence in the East Valley, one lawmaker called for a return to public hangings.
Arizona public schools chief partners with right-wing propagandist
The move will present a “dumbed-down, whitewashed version of history” to students, critics said.
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Abe Hamadeh’s big bro becomes his campaign sugar daddy in House race
“I’ve got a GREAT big brother. He’s always had my back.” And a fat checkbook.
Preston Lord was among 259 homicides. Why is he getting all the attention?
The media keeps asking Rachel Mitchell about Preston Lord and the Gilbert Goons. Yet, Maricopa County had 258 other homicides in 2023.
Democrats propose paid medical, family leave for Arizona workers
“Paid family leave shouldn’t be a luxury.”
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Timeless Vapes partners with Phoenix muralist Tato Caraveo
“Innovation is something that we definitely are looking toward.”
Teen violence: What we know about Preston Lord’s killing, Gilbert Goons
Scores of arrests in teen violence cases across the East Valley, but none so far in the October beating death of Preston Lord.
Welfare check turns into deadly shootout with Phoenix police
John Michael Lewis Jr., 43, was inside his home when shots were exchanged with officers. It’s not clear how he died.
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Meet Giving Tree Dispensary’s gaming budtender, Wes Pettygrove
“I have a duty and responsibility to pass on my knowledge, and then it’s up to the consumer to decide if it’s something they want to take or not.”
Valley officials, volunteers count homeless people on wet, dreary day
They searched sidewalks, alleys, parks, riverbeds and building doorways to count the number of unsheltered people in metro Phoenix.
Trulieve workers vote to unionize, score ‘historic win’ in Arizona
The last time agricultural workers in the state unionized was in 2000.
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Valley Metro to light rail riders in Phoenix: Buy a ticket or else
The transit system issued hundreds of tickets, booted thousands of people in a security crackdown.
Phoenix man shot, seriously injured by police wants $50 million
The Aug. 1 incident unfolded quickly as Devin Thompson fled and an officer shot him at close range.
Political foes in Arizona House co-sponsor criminal justice reform bill
“A good bill is a good bill”: The legislation pays for attorneys’ fees for some people found not guilty in criminal trials.
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Phoenix police release video of fatal shootout at Peoria auto dealer
Phoenix police officers have shot and killed two men in the first three weeks of 2024.