DPS terminates pursuit of a driver in Phoenix metro area: What we know so far

Troopers with the Arizona Department of Public Safety ended a pursuit of a driver in the Phoenix area Saturday night after the driver failed to stop while driving without its headlights on.

78-year-old Avondale man drowned in his pool, police say

A man was found to have drowned in his backyard pool in Avondale, the police department said on Saturday. This is the third drowning reported on May 6 after a toddler died after being found inside a Phoenix hotel pool and a Mesa man died after reportedly jumping into a lake to grab a basketball.

Teen with cerebral palsy throws out D-backs' first pitch after another major surgery

A 15-year-old girl with cerebral palsy threw out the first pitch at the Arizona Diamondbacks' game on Saturday. "This is a huge achievement considering a year ago she had to learn to walk again after a massive surgery ..."

Allen Outlets Shooting: 8 victims killed, 7 injured; shooter 'neutralized'

Authorities responded to the Allen Premium Outlets to investigate a shooting Saturday afternoon that killed eight victims and sent others to hospitals, with a victim as young as 5 years old.

As Arizona looks to desalination as a drought solution, questions mount over its feasibility for the state

As Arizona officials look at desalination, or the process of creating freshwater by removing salt from saltwater, as a way to solve the state's water crisis, there are also mounting questions over whether such ways to create water can even work for the Grand Canyon State, which has no access to the ocean.

Former Suns GM dies, Jackson Mahomes arrested for aggravated sexual battery: top sports stories

A former professional basketball player who served as the general manager for the Phoenix Suns has passed away, and the brother of NFL superstar Patrick Mahomes is accused of aggravated sexual battery – these are the top stories in the world of sports from April 28 - May 4.

Chandler Police capture man accused of shooting his ex-girlfriend

Police say they've captured a suspect they spent about a day searching for following a shooting that prompted a shelter-in-place in a Chandler neighborhood.

Is reusing wastewater a solution for Arizona's water woes?

As the megadrought continues, there are a number of solutions being offered to help cities, as well as households, save water. One solution involves reclaiming water from sewage, as well as water used in washing dishes, doing laundry, and bathing.

Lori Vallow murder trial day 20: Portions of podcast featuring Vallow played to jury

A day after a DNA analyst testified that Lori Vallow's hair was found on duct tape used to wrap the body of her youngest son, more witnesses took the stand in the 20th day of the trial for the so-called 'Doomsday Mom.' Trial proceedings on May 2 also included a twist, where a portion of a podcast Vallow did with two witnesses in the case was played to members of the jury.

As water crisis persists, San Diego looks at treated wastewater as a drinking water source

While San Diego is relying on desalination to turn saltwater into freshwater for a portion of its water needs, the city is also looking at treated wastewater as another water source. Officials say education is key on this issue, as some do not find treated wastewater to be a palatable idea.

Noon Weather Forecast - 5/2/23
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Cooler temps today in the Valley with a high in the upper-80s.

Biden sends 1,500 troops to U.S.-Mexico border for migrant surge

The Biden administration has requested 1,500 troops for the U.S.-Mexico border amid an expected migrant surge following the end of pandemic-era restrictions, according to three administration officials.