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Rural Metro Responds to Bee Swarm Attacks in San Tan Valley

Rural Metro Responds to Bee Swarm Attacks in San Tan Valley

ByJustin MathewsJun 25, 2025
Rural Metro's prompt response to bee swarm attacks in San Tan Valley highlights safety tips for residents during such incidents.
Pinal County Sheriff’s Super Huey Helicopter Conducts Two Heat-Related Rescues

Pinal County Sheriff’s Super Huey Helicopter Conducts Two Heat-Related Rescues

ByJustin MathewsJun 24, 2025
Pinal County Sheriff's Super Huey helicopter conducts two heat-related rescues amid extreme conditions. Learn more about these heroic efforts.
Scam Alert: Fake Emails requesting Payments

Scam Alert: Fake Emails requesting Payments

ByJustin MathewsJun 24, 2025
Beware of fake City of Eloy emails requesting payments for planning projects. Verify directly with the City for authenticity.
San Tan Firefighters Endorse Incorporation

San Tan Firefighters Endorse Incorporation

ByJustin MathewsJun 23, 2025
Learn why firefighters endorse San Tan Valley incorporation and its impact on the community's safety and services.
Florence Council Renames Park for Fallen Deputy Jason Lopez, Establishes Annual Remembrance Day

Florence Council Renames Park for Fallen Deputy Jason Lopez, Establishes Annual Remembrance Day

ByJustin MathewsJun 23, 2025
The Florence Town Council unanimously honors Deputy Jason Lopez by renaming Heritage Park and creating an annual remembrance day.
Casa Grande Dissolves Police Advisory Board, Creates New Public Safety Advisory Board

Casa Grande Dissolves Police Advisory Board, Creates New Public Safety Advisory Board

ByJustin MathewsJun 21, 2025
Casa Grande dissolves Police Advisory Board to create a new Public Safety Advisory Board for police and fire services oversight.
Prosecutor Announces Murder Conviction in DUI Case That Killed Mother, Unborn Child

Prosecutor Announces Murder Conviction in DUI Case That Killed Mother, Unborn Child

ByJustin MathewsJun 21, 2025
Pinal County Attorney Brad Miller announces 64-year-old repeat DUI offender Ronald Keith Howard pleaded guilty to murder charges in fatal crash that killed pregnant mother and unborn child. Sentencing set for July 1, 2025.
Employee Shot At During Casa Grande Gas Station Robbery; Five in Custody

Employee Shot At During Casa Grande Gas Station Robbery; Five in Custody

ByJustin MathewsJun 19, 2025
Five suspects are in custody following an armed robbery at a Casa Grande gas station. Read about the incident now.
Beware of new text scam: ADOT isn’t after you for unpaid tickets

Beware of new text scam: ADOT isn’t after you for unpaid tickets

ByJustin MathewsJun 13, 2025
Beware of new text scam: ADOT isn’t after you for unpaid tickets. Do not click links and delete suspicious messages.
Maricopa Police Chief Mark Goodman Announces DPS Investigation

Maricopa Police Chief Mark Goodman Announces DPS Investigation

ByJustin MathewsJun 12, 2025
Maricopa Police Chief addresses concerns over mishandled legacy cases, announces DPS investigation into at least 40 incidents, and outlines steps being taken to ensure transparency, accountability, and justice for victims.
Police Seek Information on Vehicle Connected to Park Vandalism

Police Seek Information on Vehicle Connected to Park Vandalism

ByJustin MathewsJun 12, 2025
Police seek information on a vehicle linked to park vandalism. Help identify the truck involved in the Carr-McNatt Park incident.
Memorial Service Scheduled for Fallen Officer Gabriel Facio

Memorial Service Scheduled for Fallen Officer Gabriel Facio

ByJustin MathewsJun 11, 2025
Apache Junction Police Department announces memorial service for Officer Gabriel Facio on June 16, 2025, following his death in the line of duty. Community invited to line procession route to honor fallen officer.
Officer Facio Killed in Line of Duty, Officials Issue Statements

Officer Facio Killed in Line of Duty, Officials Issue Statements

ByJustin MathewsJun 9, 2025
Officials issue statements following the loss of Officer Facio killed in line of duty, honoring his commitment and bravery.
Maricopa Municipal Court Handles Record 8,645 Cases as City Population Grows

Maricopa Municipal Court Handles Record 8,645 Cases as City Population Grows

ByJustin MathewsJun 6, 2025
Maricopa Municipal Court processed 8,645 cases in 2024, marking 11% growth and the highest caseload in Pinal County. The court improved case resolution times, expanded community programs, and adapted to serve Arizona's fastest-growing city.
ADOT detectives assist in solving stolen identity case

ADOT detectives assist in solving stolen identity case

ByJustin MathewsJun 5, 2025
ADOT detectives uncover identity fraud in a case involving stolen identities and help secure additional charges against a suspect.
Operation Safe Streets Yields 23 Arrests, Firearms, and Explosives Seized

Operation Safe Streets Yields 23 Arrests, Firearms, and Explosives Seized

ByJustin MathewsJun 5, 2025
Operation Safe Streets results: 23 arrests made with firearms and explosives seized during the targeted enforcement in Casa Grande.
Officer Shot in Face ‘Not Anywhere Close to Stable,’ County Attorney Committed to Maximum Prosecution

Officer Shot in Face ‘Not Anywhere Close to Stable,’ County Attorney Committed to Maximum Prosecution

ByJustin MathewsJun 4, 2025
Officer Gabriel Facio is fighting for his life after being shot in the face by a suspect with a ghost gun. Police Chief says County Attorney is committed to maximum prosecution of the shooter.
Apache Junction Officer Shot, Hospitalized in Armed Confrontation

Apache Junction Officer Shot, Hospitalized in Armed Confrontation

ByJustin MathewsJun 3, 2025
Tragic news as an AJPD officer is hospitalized after an officer-involved shooting. Read the latest updates on the incident.
Medical Examiner’s Office Releases 2024 Annual Report Revealing Key Death Trends

Medical Examiner’s Office Releases 2024 Annual Report Revealing Key Death Trends

ByJustin MathewsMay 29, 2025
The Medical Examiner's Office releases its 2024 Annual Report, highlighting key death trends crucial for public safety.
Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

Solar Inverter Fire Prompts Emergency Response at Major Eloy Solar Facility

ByJustin MathewsMay 23, 2025
Learn about the solar inverter fire that sparked an emergency response at a major solar facility in Eloy.
Local Hiker Rescued From Superstition Mountains in Early Morning Operation

Local Hiker Rescued From Superstition Mountains in Early Morning Operation

ByJustin MathewsMay 20, 2025
Discover how a local hiker was safely rescued from Superstition Mountains after a well-executed early morning operation.
CG Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Theft Suspects

CG Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Theft Suspects

ByJustin MathewsMay 20, 2025
Recognize the theft suspect at CAL Ranch? Casa Grande Police asks for your help.
Drone Technology Aids in Arrest of Arson Suspect as Pinal County Expands Aerial and Ground Surveillance

Drone Technology Aids in Arrest of Arson Suspect as Pinal County Expands Aerial and Ground Surveillance

ByJustin MathewsMay 13, 2025
Explore the role of drone technology in policing as it aids in the arrest of an arson suspect in Pinal County's latest operation.
Recall Notice: Voluntary recall of certain marijuana products due to possible Aspergillus contamination

Recall Notice: Voluntary recall of certain marijuana products due to possible Aspergillus contamination

ByJustin MathewsMay 10, 2025
Attention consumers: Recall notice for certain marijuana products due to possible Aspergillus contamination.
Teamwork and Technology Save Homes as Wildfire Season Begins

Teamwork and Technology Save Homes as Wildfire Season Begins

ByJustin MathewsMay 9, 2025
Explore how teamwork and technology save homes during wildfire season, as firefighters battle blazes threatening lives and properties.
Pinal County Jury Returns Guilty Verdict in Santistevan Double Murder Case Involving Human Smuggling

Pinal County Jury Returns Guilty Verdict in Santistevan Double Murder Case Involving Human Smuggling

ByJustin MathewsApr 29, 2025
Learn about the Pinal County jury's guilty verdict against Santistevan for the double murder of two innocent teenagers.
Police Warn Public About Phone Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

Police Warn Public About Phone Scam Impersonating Law Enforcement

ByJustin MathewsApr 24, 2025
The Coolidge Police warn the public about a phone scam impersonating law enforcement. Stay vigilant and informed.
Legislation from Majority Leader Shamp to Crack Down on Pedophiles Signed into Law

Legislation from Majority Leader Shamp to Crack Down on Pedophiles Signed into Law

ByJustin MathewsApr 22, 2025
Learn about Senate Majority Leader Shamp's law targeting child predators. Understand the implications of SB 1585.
City of Casa Grande Announces Grand Opening of Fire Station 503 on April 24, 2025

City of Casa Grande Announces Grand Opening of Fire Station 503 on April 24, 2025

ByJustin MathewsApr 19, 2025
Casa Grande celebrates the grand opening of Fire Station 503, a state-of-the-art facility for emergency and fire services.
Juvenile Arrested Following Accidental Shooting

Juvenile Arrested Following Accidental Shooting

ByJustin MathewsApr 18, 2025
Read about the juvenile arrested following accidental shooting. A gunshot wound incident raises concerns on firearm safety.
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