FBI takes over bank robbery investigation
The FBI Violent Crimes Task Force has taken over the investigation of the Aug. 14 bank robbery at the Desert Financial Credit Union branch...
Weekend construction to restrict SR347 again
Those traveling to the Valley this weekend via State Route 347 will once again experience delays. Arizona Department of Transportation will be doing construction...
Joe Jackson: A Paralympian’s journey to Japan – Diary
Maricopa’s own Joseph Jackson is representing Team USA at the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo. Jackson, a member of the U.S. Wheelchair Rugby since...
Murder suspect arrested
At about 4:30 p.m., Tucson Police safely apprehended Juan Jose Cazares Jr., who had been identified as a suspect in this morning’s double homicide...
Murder suspect quiet, friendly according to neighbors
Maricopa police responded to a reported shooting at the 37000 block of W. Prado Street this morning and found two deceased adults, according to MPD...
2 dead in Maricopa, suspect on loose
Maricopa police responded to a reported shooting at the 37000 block of W. Prado Street this morning and found two deceased adults, according to...
Locals help Gila Bend neighbors recover from flooding
Monsoon storms brought heavy rains and flash floods to Gila Bend this weekend. Two people died and dozens were rescued, according to the Maricopa...
Credit union inside Fry’s robbed
Desert Financial Credit Union’s branch inside Fry’s Marketplace was robbed Saturday at approximately 10:50 a.m. Maricopa Police spokesman Luis Vila said a male subject...
Police temporarily close Santa Rosa Crossings neighborhood
Maricopa Police units were dispatched to a residence in the 18600 block of North Desert Willow Drive in Santa Rosa Crossings Monday.
The incident drew...
Standoff in Rancho El Dorado ends peacefully
A standoff between police and an armed man in Rancho El Dorado today ended peacefully with the man being arrested by a Chandler Police...
More traffic delays this weekend
Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) sent out a Reminder that SR 347 traffic will be narrowed to one lane in either direction this weekend....
Update: Pima Butte releasing students; standoff unresolved
The standoff between police and an unidentified gunman holed up in a Rancho El Dorado home remains unresolved as of 3:25 p.m. With school...
Active shooter situation in Rancho El Dorado
Pima Butte Elementary School and a Rancho El Dorado neighborhood are on lockdown for an active shooter barricaded inside a house in the 41000...
MUSD outlines COVID protocols
The protocols in place for the new school year in Maricopa Unified School District look much like those at the end of last year.
There...
Another new development on John Wayne Parkway?
Many local residents have been speculating about possible new development south of Iconic Tire & Service Center at 19945 N. John Wayne Parkway, just north...
Family begins process to convert farm to homes
A local family is taking steps to turn its 100-acre farm off Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway into a planned residential development.
The Kellys have hired Cowley...
P&Z approves RV, boat storage
The Maricopa Planning & Zoning Commission unanimously approved plans Monday for an 11-acre RV and boat storage facility on Cowtown Road east of White...
Harrah’s penny slot yields $500K windfall
Jingles, chimes and cheers greeted one lucky Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino player as she hit the progressive jackpot on the Buffalo Grand® machine by Aristocrat...
New apartment renters rattled by gunfire
Apartments at the recently opened Oasis at the Wells were the target of gunfire early this morning, with approximately 16 shots fired at the...
Smith: Sleep – it’s a big deal!
On average, adults need about 7-9 hours of sleep. Researchers say people can survive longer without food than without sleep! It’s a time for...
Staying safe during monsoon season
We have all heard about monsoon awareness and safety. The information bears repeating, so a review of safety tips on preparedness would be both...
Dayv Morgan: Maricopa’s market tough on renters
Investors are selling their rental properties to cash out their equity in a red-hot seller’s market. Canadian landlords are also benefiting from the local...
Dog days of summer cause panting foliage
By Al Brandenburg
Although we've made it through the hot, dry months of June and July, our vegetable gardens have pretty much given up the...
Business, development around town
Maricopa 240 LLC will begin construction of the 93,856-square-foot main building for Maricopa Unified School District’s second high school at 16200 N. Murphy Road....
Maricopa Renovations: Flooring contractor with local focus
Maricopa Renovations may grab attention with the caricatures of owner Gary Hopkins and his wife Sandy, but he knows it’s the impeccable level of...
History photo: Headquarters blaze
In 1954, the Headquarters nightclub and bar was a place for people to gather and dance to hits like “Shboom” recorded by The Crew...
Least expensive home: 1,196 square feet for $247K
The least expensive home sold in Maricopa June 13 to July 12 was a single-story in Maricopa Meadows. The home features an open floor...
RV, boat storage facility planned in Maricopa
Plans for an 11-acre RV and boat storage facility will come before the Planning and Zoning Commission on Monday night.
Developers of the facility, proposed...
4 secrets about early childhood education in MUSD
1. MUSD OFFERS SIGNATURE PROGRAMS
MUSD is offering two preferred preschool options for the upcoming 2021-22 school year — a Community Preschool, open to children...
Change of plans: State Fair moves back to Phoenix
The 2021 Arizona State Fair is moving back to the fairgrounds.
It was previously announced the annual event would be held at Wild Horse Pass...