Safety
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These are the 5 most venomous animals and insects in Arizona
Here are five bugs and creatures with the most venomous bites and stings in Arizona.
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Arizona killer bees are dangerous to people and pets. How to stay safe
Killer bees look very similar to ordinary honey bees, but they are known for being much more defensive of their nests.
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Extreme heat deaths aren’t freak accidents—they’re a public safety problem in Arizona
Longer, hotter seasons are filling the state’s emergency rooms and morgues, and the people most at risk are the hardest to reach.
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Downtown Phoenix campground for unhoused people looks set to stay
The site is home to nearly 300 people who aren’t comfortable staying at an indoor shelter but still need services and don’t want to sleep on the street.
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Monsoon season begins soon. Here’s everything you need to know
In preparation for the season, the National Weather Service has designated this “Monsoon Awareness Week” to inform people of the weather risks they may face.
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This north Phoenix group is building community and teaching neighbors about ICE
The Lookout Mountain Neighborhood Defense Committee offers “know your rights” trainings while also bringing people together for potlucks.
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Photo radar cameras catch 30K speeding drivers in Phoenix
As of May 31, more than 30,000 citations and legal notices were mailed out to speedy Phoenix drivers.
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Chandler may renew its contract with Flock Safety. Here’s what readers think
Chandler is considering renewing its contract with Flock Safety for license plate readers. Here’s what readers think about it.
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What happens if a Gila monster bites you? Here’s how venomous they are
Here is everything to know about Gila monsters and why you should avoid them.
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Readers sound off on APS’s new heat-based shutoff rule
APS has a new policy when it comes to shutting off people’s power when they don’t pay their bills. Here’s what our readers think of it.
