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Desert Encampment Patrols to Expand with New Forest Service Grant

Desert Encampment Patrols to Expand with New Forest Service Grant

ByJustin MathewsFeb 3, 2025
Find out how a new Forest Service grant is enabling the Pinal County Sheriff's Office to expand their patrols of desert encampments.
Second Fatal Skydiving Incident in 10 Days Rocks Eloy

Second Fatal Skydiving Incident in 10 Days Rocks Eloy

ByJustin MathewsFeb 2, 2025
Learn about the recent tragedies in Eloy as the city experiences a second fatal skydiving incident within ten days.
Armed Robbery at Merle’s Automotive: Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects

Armed Robbery at Merle’s Automotive: Police Seek Help Identifying Suspects

ByJustin MathewsJan 31, 2025
Learn about the armed robbery at Merle's Automotive in Casa Grande. Find out how the suspects avoided security cameras and left with cash.
Fatal Parachuting Incident at Skydive Arizona

Fatal Parachuting Incident at Skydive Arizona

ByJustin MathewsJan 25, 2025
Investigation underway for fatal parachuting incident at Skydive Arizona. Learn more about the tragic accident and the ongoing investigation.
Supervisors Discuss Road Safety Plan, Question Project Costs

Supervisors Discuss Road Safety Plan, Question Project Costs

ByJustin MathewsJan 23, 2025
Get the latest updates on the road safety plan and project costs discussed by Pinal County Supervisors. Learn about the strategies to reduce accidents and improve traffic safety.
Sheriff’s Anti-Smuggling Unit Intercepts Ammunition Transport

Sheriff’s Anti-Smuggling Unit Intercepts Ammunition Transport

ByJustin MathewsJan 22, 2025
Read about the Pinal County Sheriff's Office Anti-Smuggling Unit's enforcement operation that led to the seizure of thousands of rounds of ammunition at the border.
Draft Plan Addresses High-Risk Intersections in Pinal County

Draft Plan Addresses High-Risk Intersections in Pinal County

ByJustin MathewsJan 21, 2025
Get insights into the transportation safety plan for Pinal County that aims to reduce crashes and fatalities on public roads.
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Pinal County Fights Fire Risk: $192,000 Grant Targets Invasive Plants

ByJustin MathewsJan 19, 2025
Pinal County takes action against invasive plants at Peralta Regional Park. Find out how a grant is helping to address this pressing issue.
Heroic Fire Rescue Places Local Officer in National Spotlight

Heroic Fire Rescue Places Local Officer in National Spotlight

ByJustin MathewsJan 17, 2025
Discover the incredible story of Officer Joshua Samuel's heroic fire rescue. Learn how his bravery and quick actions saved a resident's life and put him in the national spotlight.
Fire Crew Rescues Pole-Bound Cat

Fire Crew Rescues Pole-Bound Cat

ByJustin MathewsJan 6, 2025
Amazing rescue: Fire crew saves a cat stuck on a 30-foot pole in Sacaton, AZ. Read the heartwarming story of their successful mission.
Apache Junction Police Secure State Grant from Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

Apache Junction Police Secure State Grant from Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety

ByJustin MathewsJan 5, 2025

News Source: City of Apache Junction Apache Junction, AZ— The…

New Safety Course Required for Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle Owners

New Safety Course Required for Arizona Off-Highway Vehicle Owners

ByJustin MathewsJan 4, 2025
Attention Arizona off-highway vehicle owners! Discover the new safety course requirement and how to complete it before the deadline.
Arizona Department of Health Services Launches Public Health Data Portal

Arizona Department of Health Services Launches Public Health Data Portal

ByJustin MathewsJan 3, 2025
ADHS launches the Public Health Data Portal for easy access to important public health information. Explore the user-friendly interface and tools today.
Conservative Leaders Take Oath: Miller as County Attorney, Teeple as Sheriff

Conservative Leaders Take Oath: Miller as County Attorney, Teeple as Sheriff

ByJustin MathewsDec 30, 2024
Meet Pinal County's new conservative leaders: Brad Miller as County Attorney and Ross Teeple as Sheriff. Learn about their dedication to traditional values and constitutional rights.
Christmas Night Blaze Leaves Casa Grande Families Homeless After Suspected Electrical Fire

Christmas Night Blaze Leaves Casa Grande Families Homeless After Suspected Electrical Fire

ByJustin MathewsDec 28, 2024
Christmas night fire in Casa Grande displaces multiple families and destroys their holiday celebrations. Get the details here.
Flu Cases Continue to Surge in Arizona While COVID-19 and RSV Remain Stable

Flu Cases Continue to Surge in Arizona While COVID-19 and RSV Remain Stable

ByJustin MathewsDec 27, 2024
Latest report on Arizona influenza activity: surge in flu cases, stable COVID-19 and RSV numbers. Get the details on the state's respiratory virus activity.
Christmas Eve Brush Fire Keeps Rural Metro Crews Away from Holiday

Christmas Eve Brush Fire Keeps Rural Metro Crews Away from Holiday

ByJustin MathewsDec 25, 2024
Rural Metro crews battle brush fire on Christmas Eve in San Tan Valley. Learn about the ongoing fire risks in the region and current fire restrictions.
Eloy Fire District Introduces New Drone Program for Emergency Operations

Eloy Fire District Introduces New Drone Program for Emergency Operations

ByJustin MathewsDec 17, 2024
Discover how the Eloy Fire District's new drone program enhances emergency response operations and adds an extra layer of safety for firefighters.
Holiday Candle Suspected in Early Morning Casa Grande Blaze

Holiday Candle Suspected in Early Morning Casa Grande Blaze

ByJustin MathewsDec 15, 2024
Residential fire in Casa Grande destroys home on Ash Avenue. Fire crews respond quickly to contain the blaze and prevent damage to neighboring properties.
Five Eloy Firefighters Honored After Dramatic Rescue

Five Eloy Firefighters Honored After Dramatic Rescue

ByJustin MathewsDec 13, 2024
Find out how Eloy firefighters received honors for their lifesaving actions. Read about their quick response and skilled intervention that saved a choking victim's life.
Sheriff-Elect Teeple Sets Priorities in Interview with Sheriff Lamb

Sheriff-Elect Teeple Sets Priorities in Interview with Sheriff Lamb

ByJustin MathewsDec 12, 2024
Find out what Sheriff-Elect Teeple has in store for the Pinal County Sheriff's Office. Learn about his priorities, including pay raises, response times, and community outreach.
Pinal Sheriff’s Aviation Unit Assists in Desert Migrant Rescue

Pinal Sheriff’s Aviation Unit Assists in Desert Migrant Rescue

ByJustin MathewsDec 11, 2024
Learn how Pinal Sheriff's Aviation Unit and U.S. Border Patrol joined forces to save an injured migrant in Arizona's desert. Read more about this heroic rescue operation.
Fire Destroys Motor Home Near I-10 Interchange

Fire Destroys Motor Home Near I-10 Interchange

ByJustin MathewsDec 11, 2024
Motor home destroyed by fire near I-10 interchange in Eloy. Firefighters contained the blaze, preventing it from spreading to nearby structures.
Fatal Crash Closes Hunt Highway for Seven Hours, Highlights Emergency Alert System

Fatal Crash Closes Hunt Highway for Seven Hours, Highlights Emergency Alert System

ByJustin MathewsDec 10, 2024
Find out how a recent incident on Hunt Highway underscored the importance of Pinal County's emergency alert system in keeping residents informed and safe.
Incoming county Attorney Miller Claims Political Group Behind AG’s Prosecution

Incoming county Attorney Miller Claims Political Group Behind AG’s Prosecution

ByJustin MathewsDec 7, 2024

A left-wing nonprofit organization provided Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes…

County Attorney Elect Miller Investigation of Sen. Wadsack Traffic Case Highlights Broader Citizen Rights Questions

County Attorney Elect Miller Investigation of Sen. Wadsack Traffic Case Highlights Broader Citizen Rights Questions

ByJustin MathewsDec 5, 2024
Discover the case that exposes a threat to legislative rights and public constitutional protections, unfolding from a routine traffic stop.
Garage Fire Contained: Rural Metro Issues Warning About Trash Storage

Garage Fire Contained: Rural Metro Issues Warning About Trash Storage

ByJustin MathewsDec 1, 2024
Rural Metro Fire Department successfully contained a garage fire in San Tan Valley, AZ. Learn more about the suspected cause and safety reminders.
“Stand By Your Pan”: Thanksgiving Cooking Tips That You Can Be Thankful For

“Stand By Your Pan”: Thanksgiving Cooking Tips That You Can Be Thankful For

ByJustin MathewsNov 28, 2024
Ensure a safe and memorable Thanksgiving with these cooking safety tips. Don't leave the stove unattended and prevent home fires.
Two Homes Under Construction Destroyed in Suspected Arson

Two Homes Under Construction Destroyed in Suspected Arson

ByJustin MathewsNov 22, 2024
Investigation underway into suspected arson of homes under construction in Apache Junction. Police seek public assistance. Details inside.
Police Nab Two Suspects in Apache Junction Drive-By Shooting

Police Nab Two Suspects in Apache Junction Drive-By Shooting

ByJustin MathewsNov 21, 2024
Two suspects arrested in connection with a targeted drive-by shooting in Apache Junction. Learn more about the incident and charges.
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