News across Pinal County

RECIPE: Erika’s tres leches sponge cake
Growing up, food became one of the earliest connections to my Mexican culture. My birthday has always been my favorite day of the year, and when I was little, my […]

Maricopa man’s public bathroom break ends in arrest
A Maricopa man’s morning pit stop ended with an arrest after police say he urinated against a wall with his penis visible. Arnoldo Salcedo, 31, was at the intersection of […]
Maricopa’s Melody Morris evicted from ‘Big Brother’
Maricopa resident Melody Morris’ bid for the $750,000 “Big Brother” prize ended during the show’s Egyptian eviction. The Rancho Mirage resident was eliminated in the episode that aired Sept. 23 […]

Manfredi: Supporting public safety remains a top priority
Public safety is the local government’s first responsibility. In a growing city like Maricopa, meeting that responsibility requires continued investment. We need enough police officers and firefighters, along with the […]

A whole lot of Zs rolled through Maricopa
More than 100 Z cars rolled through Maricopa Saturday as part of an international convention celebrating Nissan’s iconic sports car. The cars were headed to Nissan’s Arizona testing center in […]

Police say covered camera, pry marks point to break-in attempt
A woman reported a man trying to break into her home on Sept. 17, around 12:15 p.m. at home off Gunsmoke Road. Police found Errol W. Morris, 37, walking out […]

Man allegedly leaves $700 cart behind during Fry’s shoplifting escape
A Casa Grande man thought he’d gotten away with shoplifting after ditching a shopping cart full of stolen merchandise. Matthew Button, 37, walked past the registers and was almost out […]

City Council, school board candidates get their turn at debate next month
InMaricopa will host its 2026 general election debate Oct. 8 at the Maricopa Library and Cultural Center, 18160 N. Maya Angelou Drive. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. for a reception […]

Weekly Roundup - September 26, 2026
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Library Weekly Newsletter | September 28-October 3
Explore upcoming programs, reading challenges, technology classes, events, and resources from the Casa Grande Public Library for September 28-October 3.

Taco ’bout time: The Taco Spot sets soft opening date
No need to have the Monday blues next week. The much-anticipated The Taco Spot will host a soft opening starting 9 a.m. Sept. 28 at 44600 W. Smith-Enke Road, Suite […]

City of Casa Grande Awarded $2.2 Million for Safe Routes to School Improvements
The City of Casa Grande Public Works Department has been awarded $2.2 million in federal Transportation Alternatives Program funding through ADOT to improve pedestrian access and safety around three Casa Grande schools.