Bank Robber Desert Financial 8-21 Sized

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...
347 Northbound 8-19-21

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...
Crime Scene

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...
Crime scene at Rancho Mirage in Maricopa.

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...
Gila Bend Chris Abercrombie

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...
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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...
Scott Schreiber at 8-16 incident

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...
SWAT Truck

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...
347 Traffic

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....
active Shooter Rancho El Dorado

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

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...
Tracey Pastor at 8-11 MUSD meeting

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...
Fencing Near Iconic Tire

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...
Kelly Ranches

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...
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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 Ak-Chin

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...
Oasis Bullet holes

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...
Monsoon Flooding

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...
For Rent sign

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...
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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...
Headquarters fire 1956

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 August 2020

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...
Site Location RV Boat Storage

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...
MUSD

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...
Arizona State Fair via Twitter

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...
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