24 in Review: 5 companies that said goodbye to Maricopa
1. Pizza in Dell & Wings Express February In February, Dell’s Pizza & Wings Express, based in Casa Grande, unexpectedly shut down its Maricopa location, leaving the staff in a lurch. This eatery had only been open about nine months. The closure was described as a “difficult decision,” with promises of a new pizzeria coming […]
This county has been declared the top place to live in Arizona, and it’s not Maricopa County.
Maricopa County is known for its lively urban atmosphere, cultural spots, and stunning natural features. Still, it hasn’t claimed the title of the best place to live in Arizona, according to new rankings. That honor goes to Greenlee County, which has once more secured the top position in a list of the best counties in […]
Family sues for wrongful death after man succumbs to heat exposure in Maricopa County
Phoenix Family Files Lawsuit After Death Linked to Heat Exposure Phoenix – On an incredibly hot day in Phoenix, reaching 116 degrees, a family is taking legal action after a year has passed since their loved one died due to fever exposure and dehydration. This tragic case involves Maricopa County. Local news outlet Fox 10 […]
An overview of the evictions filed in June in Maricopa County
In Maricopa County, Arizona, there has been a significant uptick in eviction lawsuits filed this year, particularly in June 2025, which saw over 7,000 cases. The data reveals that 7,029 evictions were filed in June, though this is a slight decrease compared to the 7,247 cases recorded in the same month last year. By this […]
Heat-related deaths in the Phoenix area rise during an unprecedented summer
Heat-Related Deaths in Maricopa County, Arizona In Arizona’s Maricopa County, the extreme heat this summer has been devastating, leading to what may be hundreds of deaths. Reports indicate that, so far this year, at least 27 confirmed deaths have been directly attributed to the heat, with an additional 396 deaths suspected to be heat-related. Last […]
Maricopa County residents urged to forgo personal fireworks and get pets ready for July 4
Maricopa County Urges Caution for July 4th Celebrations This upcoming July 4th weekend, Maricopa County is encouraging residents to be mindful of air quality by reducing activities that generate pollution. Following a series of dusty days, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality warning earlier this week. According to Ali Halpert from […]
Arizona’s biggest county GOP primary voters remove election official after years of criticism.
Phoenix Election Update Phoenix (AP) – Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has been in the spotlight while managing elections in a politically intense area. He faced threats to his safety, persistent harassment, and an ongoing wave of misinformation. Ultimately, he was unable to secure reelection. This week, the Republicans who staunchly defended the integrity of […]
Maricopa man discovered in national forest dies from wounds
Maricopa Man Dies After Being Found in National Forest Richard Maurice Byrd, a 77-year-old man from Maricopa, was reported missing last week and tragically passed away on Friday following a search effort that spanned across two counties. Community members searched the remote area of Seven Springs, located about 10 miles northeast of Cave Creek. They […]
Incorrect letter sent to 83K Maricopa County voters leads to confusion
Phoenix (Az Family) – Major confusion in Maricopa County Recorder Office It caused confusion and confusion for over 80,000 people. A letter has been sent to tens of thousands of Arizona voters, indicating they have recently moved. You will need to provide evidence of your residency to vote in future elections. “It made me think […]
“I got pretty revved up”: Voters angry over address confirmation letters from Maricopa County
Phoenix – The Maricopa County Recorder office has pledged to fix any major defects. Tens of thousands of voters have received strange letters via email asking if they moved when they weren’t. The letter then asked them to correct the mistake. What we know: Approximately 83,000 of these letters have been sent to the county […]