Mesa woman who was shot in the head by her ex-boyfriend speaks out about her recovery

Vanessa Martinez, according to police, was shot by her ex-boyfriend, Antwon Wilford. While she is still undergoing surgery and is still dealing with other effects from the shooting, she says her life was saved for a reason.

Surprise man accused of zip-tying dog's mouth shut; dogs rescued have been adopted out

Surprise Police say 41-year-old Levi Lewis was arrested after he zip-tied a dog's mouth shut. Twelve dogs were also recovered from his apartment, 10 of which were puppies that were dehydrated.

Major Phoenix-area freeway closures, restrictions this weekend: What to know for April 15-18

A few closures and restrictions will be in effect for freeways in the Avondale and Tempe areas this weekend due to continued pavement improvement projects, according to the Arizona Dept. of Transportation.

Blue Alert: What you should know about emergency warning issued by DPS during public safety emergencies

In the aftermath of a shooting that left a Phoenix police officer badly injured on April 14, 2022, DPS officials issued a Blue Alert that was sent to smartphones in the Phoenix area. Here's what you should know about the alert.

Phoenix homicides: How we stack up to other cities similar in size

It's no secret we've seen more murders in the city of Phoenix over the last two years. There's been a nationwide increase since the COVID-19 pandemic began. What's being done now to bring down the deadly violence? We take a look at how Phoenix stacks up against other cities similar in size.

Woman dead, 4-year-old girl critically injured in Phoenix crash; suspect arrested

A mother was killed and her daughter was critically hurt after police say an 18-year-old man was reportedly driving more than 115 mph seconds before the crash in Phoenix.

Brooklyn subway shooting: Who is suspect Frank R. James? What we know so far

The NYPD has arrested Frank R. James, 62, a suspect wanted in connection to a shooting inside a subway train in Brooklyn. He was believed to have acted alone. Authorities believed he acted alone.

2 GCU students killed in crash on I-40 near Arizona border were like 'sisters'

GCU identified the victims as Chelsea Nicole Valladares, a 21-year-old senior from Harbor City, California, and Kelli Ingle, a 22-year-old senior from Albuquerque.

New York subway attack: Suspect Frank James faces federal terror charge

Police have arrested Frank R. James, the man accused of shooting 10 people on a Brooklyn subway. Authorities have charged him with a federal terror-related offense.

Apache Junction impaired, red light running driver kills 2 on motorcycle: authorities

A man and woman riding a three-wheel motorcycle were killed by a red-light runner who was believed to be impaired at the time of the crash in Apache Junction, authorities said on April 9.

Brooklyn subway shooting: Dozens hurt, shooter at large

The NYPD has identified a man that detectives are looking for who may be connected to the mass shooting that unfolded on a crowded subway train in Brooklyn at the height of the morning rush hour on Tuesday. Officers recovered a Glock 17 9mm semiautomatic pistol, three extended-capacity magazines, four smoke grenades, a hatchet, a container of gasoline, and a key to a U-Haul rental van, a top police official said.

Fallen Salt River EMT, Globe firefighter remembered by community and former coach

Loved ones and former teammates of fallen Salt River EMT and Globe firefighter have shared photos and admiration of Brendan Bessee days after his tragic passing while responding to an emergency call on April 8.

Yavapai-Apache officer released from rehab center months after being shot by suspect

On April 12, Sgt. Brogdon was released from the rehab facility, as his brothers and sisters in blue from other Arizona law enforcement agencies lined the hallways, showing their support for him as he made his way to the car for his caravan home.