Maricopa County attorney details continued effort to target child predators

Phoenix (Az Family) – Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell addressed a series of topics at her monthly press conference on Thursday, particularly her office’s efforts to combat child exploitation. Top county prosecutors noted the case involving a 14-year-old girl who was allegedly seduced by Snapchat by a man named Pablo Rodriguez. “Almost immediately, he threatened […]

Authorities shoot and kill man in continued search for missing Prescott man

Lake Havasu police shot and killed a man they encountered Wednesday while searching for a missing Prescott man. The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office reported 66-year-old Russell Vinton missing after he failed to return from a camping trip on Jacob Lake. Deputies inspected his campsite and found “suspicious” items that raised concerns for his welfare. The […]

Attorney General Overseeing Continued Trump Prosecutions Warns About Justice Dept Becoming ‘Political Weapon’

Attorney General Merrick Garland vowed Thursday to protect the Justice Department from becoming a “political weapon,” but made no mention of the prosecution he oversees against former President Donald Trump. In his address to Justice Department officials, Garland emphasized the department's commitment to impartiality and reiterated his mission to “strengthen” the norms that guide the […]

AlabamaGermany Partnership celebrates continued growth at annual dinner

alabama germany partnership, The statewide nonprofit organization held its 26th annual gala dinner this week, celebrating decades of efforts to foster relationships between individuals and organizations with ties to both the Yellowhammer State and Germany. At the event, AGP Chairman Michael Brooks spoke about the organization's approach to ensuring continued investment in the German state. […]

Measles Exposure in Maricopa County Highlights the Need for Continued Vaccination  – AZ Dept. of Health Services Director’s Blog

Measles infections in Maricopa County highlight need for continued vaccinations Earlier this week, the Maricopa Department of Public Health (MCDPH) disclosed that: Measles infection confirmed by international traveler in Maricopa County. Although no new cases have been confirmed so far, measles is highly contagious. If you have a weak immune system and are infected with […]

Trial continued for Havasu man accused of attempted murder | Local News Stories

A Lake Havasu man was due to go on trial this week for attempted second-degree murder, but has had to wait until November due to possible scheduling conflicts with another felony defendant. Jason J. Fontes, 44, was scheduled to face trial in the Mojave High Court on Monday. But Mr. Fontes’ trial will continue until […]

Judge allows continued environmental lawsuit over Interstate 11 routes near Tucson

A lawsuit by environmental groups over proposed Interstate 11 in southern Arizona continues after a federal district judge dismissed arguments as federal officials tried to dismiss some of the challenges last week. is what happened. Last April, four Tucson-based environmental groups — the Sonoran Desert Conservation Coalition, the Center for Biodiversity, the Friends of the […]