News across Greater Phoenix
New Girl Scout Troop takes root in Superior
A new Girl Scout troop is getting started in Superior, and 17 girls are already interested in joining. Troop 3191 is looking forward to a year of activities, friendships and new experiences, with room for more girls to join. The troop’s next meeting will be Thursday, Oct. 22,…
Maricopa’s 347 Facts Committee takes home statewide transportation award
Maricopa’s 347 Facts Committee’s grassroots push for State Route 347 improvements has officially earned statewide recognition. The organization received the Arizona Transportation Partnering Excellence Award last week during its annual […]
“The Coward” documentary named after the murder suspect that vanished in 2004 after killing a security courier— premiered at theatre of original crime scene
A striking new documentary premiered Thursday at the AMC Ahwatukee theater—the very location of a 22-year-old unsolved murder case. “The Coward” brings attention to the killing of armored security courier Keith Palomares which took place in 2004 outside the theater where the…
Copper Corridor Roundup: Highlights and challenging matches for local volleyball teams
Local high school volleyball squads faced a challenging week on the hardwood, highlighted by Ray bouncing back with a dominant sweep over ASDB amidst tough losses for Hayden, San Manuel and Superior. HAYDEN: The Lady Lobos kept it light on the court last week with one away match.…
Homecoming victory and defeat for two Copper Corridor teams
It was another hard hitting week of games under the Copper Corridor Friday Night Lights. Ray and San Manuel celebrated Homecoming with mixed results. RAY vs. FORT THOMAS The Bearcats football team hosted Fort Thomas last Friday for their Homecoming game. The boys played a tough…
Here’s what CAVIT’s new Maricopa campus will look like
For some Maricopa students, career training currently comes with a nearly hourlong bus ride to Coolidge. That is set to change in a couple years. The Central Arizona Valley Institute […]
Halloween gets a gentle twist with this Maricopa trunk or treat
CLA — or the Connect, Love, Advocate — Autism Club is hosting its first annual Gentle Halloween trunk or treat event from 3 to 7 p.m. Oct. 17 at Molly’s […]
Recognizing Community Initiatives, and County Updates
Summer has come and gone, and there are many things to look forward to in addition to the cooler temperatures. In this edition, I’ll be covering the General Election, updates on resident concerns, and a community event everyone is welcome to attend.
The ACLU of Arizona, statewide Dems and many Independents say, “VOTE NO” on these propositions
Updated with new information from original post Sept. 17: Northeast Valley News asked people in two separate locations, one in downtown Phoenix near the City of Phoenix main offices and one in downtown Scottsdale near the Civic Center to read the ballot measures and respond to…
Danny Dougherty
Danny Dougherty, 70, passed away peacefully in his home Sept. 10, 2026, surrounded by his children. Danny was preceded in death by his wife, Babette. He leaves behind a son, Dusty Dougherty and his wife Candelaria Montes Dougherty; daughter, Tamyia Masek and her husband Brett…
Pinal County SAR assists with rescue at Catalina State Park
Pinal County’s Search and Rescue team last week was called in to assist Pima County Sheriff’s Department with a hiker rescue at the Catalina State Park. On Sept. 21, 2026, just after 7:41 a.m., deputies from the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD) Park Enforcement Search and…
Motorcycle license needed for registration renewals soon; New law will require motorcycle owners to be licensed to ride in AZ
PHOENIX – Beginning in 2027, a new law will require motorcycle owners that renew their motorcycle registration to have a motorcycle license or the endorsement on their driver license. Arizona Revised Statute § 28-2014, which was updated this year, will require at least one of the…