Weekend weather scorches but brings hint of rain
Thursday is predicted to be the hottest day of the year, to be followed by a scorching, humid weekend. But a semblance of "monsoon"...
Maricopa celebrates Fourth of July (GALLERY)
Thousands of Maricopans were at Copper Sky - or just outside of the park - to watch the Fourth of July fireworks display Wednesday...
Maricopa’s many nonprofits make it easy to lend a hand
Looking for something meaningful to do this summer?
Maricopans are often accused of good-deed-doing, so it probably comes as no surprise that nearly 100 nonprofit...
Back to School: What’s new on Maricopa campuses?
Most children in Maricopa schools will return to class sooner than usual this year. The Maricopa Unified School District approved a calendar change that...
Modified school calendar impacts staff, families
It will still be July when students return to class in the Maricopa Unified School District, Legacy Traditional and Sequoia Pathway this year.
In exchange...
Alterra house catches fire during AC work
A house caught on fire in the 44900 block of West Buckhorn Trail in Alterra Monday afternoon. There are no reports of injuries.
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Workers were...
Crops with wings:Â Maricopa company wants to invigorate agriculture
By Fran Lyons
Guayule (gwa yoo lee). Not a well-known word. If you haven’t heard it before, you probably will, especially if you live in...
Backpack giveaways part of back-to-school drive
It’s the back-to-school shopping season and local organizations are preparing to give away backpacks and supplies to students in July.
F.O.R. Maricopa and the Maricopa...
Primary election town hall to feature candidates from Congress to City Council
Maricopa High School is hosting the InMaricopa.com Town Hall Aug. 4 at the MHS Performing Arts Center. The free event is open to the...
This week’s forecast a real firecracker
Enjoy it while you can. The relatively mild temperatures that start off the week and lead into the Fourth of July will turn to...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)
The first week of July is centered on Independence Day activities and preparing for a new school year. For details on these and more...
Know your candidates: 7 running for Maricopa City Council
Seven people are competing for three seats on the Maricopa City Council. Vice Mayor Peg Chapados opted not to run this year, but Henry...
Woman transported to hospital after 3-car collision on SR 347
Three vehicles were involved in a collision Friday afternoon that closed lanes of State Route 347 south of Interstate 10 and sent at least...
Appeals court schedules oral arguments in Apex case
Oral arguments in a lawsuit against the City of Maricopa are set to be heard by the Arizona Court of Appeals in July.
Bonita Burks...
MUSD proposed budget raises sustainability concerns
Teacher raises and competitive compensation plans for new employees are included in the proposed budget approved for Maricopa’s public school system Wednesday.
Maricopa Unified School...
Warm, breezy forecast for Maricopa weekend
A warm weekend with sturdy breezes is in store for Maricopa. According to the National Weather Service, there will be a pattern of sunny...
MPD launches free Special Needs Registry
The Maricopa Police Department launched a program this month that aims to provide assistance during emergencies to certain residents.
The Special Needs Registry is a...
Know your candidates: 3 running for constable
Three men are campaigning to be the next constable of the Maricopa/Stanfield Justice Court. Republicans Bill Griffin and Glenn Morrison meet in the Primary...
Ozone pollution advisory issued for county (VIDEO)
Pinal County Department of Air Quality issued an ozone high-pollution advisory for Pinal County on Wednesday.
Forecast weather conditions (sunny and 112 in Maricopa) combined...
Court sets trial date in 2015 double-murder case
The trial date for a Maricopa double-murder case, which has been hanging in limbo for more than three years was set Monday.
The trial for...
Hot, sunny mid-week in Maricopa forecast
High temperatures this week will alternate between plain hot and excessively hot in Maricopa, according to the National Weather Service.
Today will be sunny with...
What’s happening this week in Maricopa (VIDEO)
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MONDAY
Seniors play Pinochle at 8:30 a.m. at Santa Cruz Elementary School, 19845 N. Costa del Sol Blvd.
Senior Bowling is at 10 a.m. at UltraStar...
Maricopa football in 7-on-7 action (GALLERY)
Maricopa High School football players tried out their summer skills in a 7-on-7 contest against Mesa June 21. Mesa will host the Rams June...
Title agency to open doors with food, entertainment
A company with roots deeply planted in the Arizona business community announced the grand opening of its Maricopa location.IF YOU GO
What: Pioneer Title Agency...
Kids learn water safety in ‘Swimming Lesson’ (GALLERY)
Nearly 70 Maricopa children participated in the World’s Largest Swim Lesson at Copper Sky Thursday. The annual global event promotes water safety awareness every...
Weekend weather includes scorching heat, air-quality warning
The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning for Thursday and into Friday morning. In parts of Pinal County, an air-quality alert...
Dentist to provide free services during grand opening Thursday
Maricopa dentist Tin Nguyen opened his practice last month and will celebrate the grand opening with a ceremony Thursday.IF YOU GO
What: Smiley Dental Ribbon...
Choreographers Showcase brings day of dance
For the second year, the ONYX Young Choreographers Showcase will take flight in the Maricopa Performing Arts Center.IF YOU GO
What: ONYX Young Choreographers Showcase
When:...
Maricopa man sentenced for ‘horrific offense’ of killing wife
After pleading guilty to stabbing his wife to death, Miguel Figueroa, 47, of Maricopa was sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of...
Hot and breezy forecast for Maricopa this week
Maricopa's triple-digit temperatures will gradually climb back into the danger zone later this week, according to the National Weather Service.
Today will be sunny with...