Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:36:28 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
An Arizona Department of Corrections van carrying nine employees rolled Friday morning, injuring all nine aboard.
The suit against Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company alleges that the left rear tire on the van lost its tread because of defects in the tire, causing the van's driver to lose control.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:18 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:18:40 GMT
Federal authorities say a Douglas man is accused of holding two Guatemalan sisters hostage, beating them and attempting to extort money from their family. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials
Federal authorities say a Douglas man is accused of holding two Guatemalan sisters hostage, beating them and attempting to extort money from their family.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-05-22 22:06:17 GMT
CBS 5
A Red Flag Warning is in effect through Thursday for much of northern Arizona. It includes all of the Kaibab and Coconino National Forests due to strong winds and low relative humidity. Visitors to
The warning includes all of the Kaibab and Coconino National Forests due to strong winds and low relative humidity.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:39:38 GMT
CBS 5
One of the two $1 million Powerball second-prize winning tickets sold in Arizona from Saturday's record-breaking draw has been claimed. The winners are an office pool of 15 people from Safford. Three
The winners are an office pool of 15 people from Safford. Three of them consented to make a media appearance Wednesday afternoon at the Arizona Lottery office in Phoenix.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:13:44 GMT
Jodi Arias (Source: CBS 5 News)
It is now in the hands of the 12 jurors to decide if Jodi Arias will live her life behind bars or if she'll be executed. The defense and prosecution gave their closing statement Tuesday afternoon and
The jury in the Jodi Arias trial has told the judge they can't reach an unanimous decision. The judge then gave the jury some suggestions on how to proceed and sent them back to deliberate.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:06 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:06:54 GMT
John Willis
A Williams man is in custody in connection with the fatal shooting of an Ashfork teenager, northern Arizona authorities said. John A. Willis, 53, was taken into custody Tuesday, said Coconino County sheriff's
John A. Willis, 53, was taken into custody Tuesday, said Coconino County sheriff's spokesman Lt. Tim Cornelius.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:22 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:22:16 GMT
The Mohave County Board of Supervisors is making it a crime for a county employee to knowingly lie to the board about an agenda item during an official meeting of the board.Supervisor Steven Moss said
The Mohave County Board of Supervisors is making it a crime for a county employee to knowingly lie to the board about an agenda item during an official meeting of the board.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:59 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:59:16 GMT
A wildfire has burned approximately 3 square miles of grass and brush on ridges of the Coronado National Forest about a dozen miles from Nogales in rural Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona.The Soldier
Fire crews are working to continue burnout operations along the north and north east flanks to tie the main body of the fire in with prepared lines.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:50 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:50:14 GMT
The judge overseeing a civil rights lawsuit aimed at polygamous towns on the Arizona-Utah border has scheduled oral arguments on a motion to dismiss damages and civil penalties.The motion filed by attorneys
The judge overseeing a civil rights lawsuit aimed at polygamous towns on the Arizona-Utah border has scheduled oral arguments on a motion to dismiss damages and civil penalties.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:47 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:47:35 GMT
An atheist lawmaker's decision to give the daily prayer at the Arizona House of Representatives triggered a do-over from a Christian lawmaker who said the previous day's prayer didn't pass muster.Republican
An atheist lawmaker's decision to give the daily prayer at the Arizona House of Representatives triggered a do-over from a Christian lawmaker who said the previous day's prayer didn't pass muster.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:12 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:12:06 GMT
The Republican majority in the GOP-led Senate brushed aside Democratic concerns Wednesday to pass Senate Bill 1178, House Bill 2645 and House Bill 2446.
The Republican majority in the GOP-led Senate brushed aside Democratic concerns Wednesday to pass Senate Bill 1178, House Bill 2645 and House Bill 2446.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:46:43 GMT
Solar Impulse, a solar-powered plane, left Phoenix Wednesday morning on the second leg of its journey across the U.S.
Piloted by Swiss aviation pioneer Andre Borschberg, the plane was wheels up at 4:47 a.m. MST and is scheduled to arrive at the Dallas-Fort Worth airport in about 21 hours, Borschberg said.
Piloted by Swiss aviation pioneer Andre Borschberg, the plane was wheels up at 4:47 a.m. MST and is scheduled to arrive at the Dallas-Fort Worth airport in about 21 hours, Borschberg said.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:36 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:36:14 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
Be the first to find out when the jury reaches a verdict in the Jodi Arias murder trial. She's accused of killing her ex-boyfriend, Travis Alexander, at his Mesa home in 2008. The jury is deliberating
Be the first to find out when the jury reaches a verdict in the sentencing phase of the Jodi Arias murder trial.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:32:40 GMT
Greg Dominguez
Only on five tonight... A former assistant police chief in glendale is breaking his silence about his demotion - suspension and the family crisis at the center of it all. Former assistant chief greg
Former Glendale assistant police chief Greg Dominguez is breaking his silence about his demotion, suspension and the family crisis at the center of it all.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:14 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:14:49 GMT
Debora Black
CBS 5 News has learned that Acting Glendale City Manager Dick Bowers has appointed Debora Black to the position of Chief of Police. Black has been interim chief since March of 2012, when former Chief
CBS 5 News has learned that Acting Glendale City Manager Dick Bowers has appointed Debora Black to the position of Chief of Police.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:01 PM EDT2013-05-22 17:01:01 GMT
Officials in Bisbee have approved a revised version of an ordinance that would legalize civil unions for same-sex couples.The City Council voted 5-2 Tuesday night to formally approve the revised ordinance
A spokeswoman says Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne won't sue Bisbee to try to block final approval of the southern Arizona city's revised ordinance on civil unions.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:53 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:53:24 GMT
House Republican who oppose abortion are promoting legislation that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.These Republicans want to move ahead despite recent court decisions that have struck
House Republican who oppose abortion are promoting legislation that would ban abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:48 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:48:04 GMT
Funeral services for Phoenix police officer Daryl Raetz will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd., in Peoria.
Funeral services for Phoenix police Officer Daryl Raetz will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd., in Peoria.
Funeral services for Phoenix police officer Daryl Raetz will be at 9 a.m. Saturday at Christ's Church of the Valley, 7007 W. Happy Valley Rd., in Peoria.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:42 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:42:11 GMT
On April 12th two masked assailants robbed a Phoenix pawn shop at gunpoint and now Silent Witness is offering a $1000 reward for any tips that help lead to their apprehension.The armed robbery took place
On April 12 two masked assailants robbed a Phoenix pawn shop at gunpoint, and now Silent Witness is offering a $1,000 reward for any tips that help lead to their apprehension.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:43 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:43:08 GMT
Glendale police investigate the scene of a double shooting Tuesday night.
A 36-year-old man had answered a knock at his door about 9 p.m. at his home near Grand and 59th Avenues and then shut the door on the suspect when he saw he had a gun.
A 36-year-old man had answered a knock at his door about 9 p.m. at his home near Grand and 59th avenues and then shut the door on the suspect when he saw he had a gun.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:43 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:43:06 GMT
Woman escapes attempted abduction
The 19-year-old woman was jogging in the 10800 block of E. Dynamite Road on Tuesday night and passed a car stopped on the shoulder, Scottsdale police said.
The 19-year-old woman was jogging in the 10800 block of E. Dynamite Road on Tuesday night and passed a car stopped on the shoulder, Scottsdale police said.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:01 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:01:07 GMT
Tamerlan Tsarnaev
The FBI says it was involved in a fatal shooting near Universal studios in Orlando, FL, early Wednesday with someone it looking at in connection with Boston bombings suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev.
The FBI says it was involved in a fatal shooting near Universal studios in Orlando, FL, early Wednesday with someone it looking at in connection with Boston bombings suspect Tamerlan Tsarnaev.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:24 AM EDT2013-05-22 10:24:42 GMT
The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved a tentative $1.27 billion budget for the next fiscal year.Officials said Tuesday that the approval came on a 3-2 vote and caps the total budget allocation
The Pima County Board of Supervisors has approved a tentative $1.27 billion budget for the next fiscal year.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 6:22 AM EDT2013-05-22 10:22:57 GMT
Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne says a federal immigration reform bill should not allow the Department of Homeland Security to pronounce the U.S.-Mexico border secure.Horne says in a letter to Sens.
Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne says a federal immigration reform bill should not allow the Department of Homeland Security to pronounce the U.S.-Mexico border secure.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:55 AM EDT2013-05-22 09:55:01 GMT
Federal agriculture officials say chicken producer Foster Farms is recalling about 6,165 pounds of its ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast strips because the strips contain wheat and soy -- known allergens
Federal agriculture officials say chicken producer Foster Farms is recalling about 6,165 pounds of its ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast strips because the strips contain wheat and soy -- known allergens -- which are not listed on the labels of its packages.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:07 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:07:04 GMT
Kirk Nurmi (Source: CBS 5 News)
Jodi Arias' attorney Kirk Nurmi has asked to withdraw from the case on two occasions. The Maricopa County Board of Supervisor's meeting on Wednesday is expected to include a vote to approve $200,000 be
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisor's meeting on Wednesday is expected to include a vote to approve $200,000 be moved to help pay for defense attorney Kirk Nurmi's salary.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:16:35 GMT
myScottsdale app
Scottsdale is asking residents to help them battle cracked sidewalks, broken street lights, graffiti and other problems via a new smartphone app. A new app called "myScottsdale," available free of charge
A new app called "myScottsdale" allows users to upload pictures that show the exact problem and report precise locations through the device's GPS.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:16:08 GMT
Residents in tornado-stricken Moore, OK, await news on missing love ones Tuesday, a day after a massive tornado devastated the city, killing at least 51. Rescuers worked all night, with particular attention
The tornado, with winds up to 200 mph, cut a 20-mile stretch as wide as two miles through the Oklahoma City metro area. The medical examiner's office reported 24 people died, including nine children.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:45 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:45:25 GMT
Sky Harbor International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is gearing up for a busy holiday travel weekend. The airport is offering 40 percent off the terminal garage parking rate from May 23-30. Travelers can download
The airport is offering 40 percent off the terminal garage parking rate from May 23-30.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:43 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:43:10 GMT
Saturday night's Powerball drawing
Two $1 million Powerball second-prize winning tickets were sold in Arizona from Saturday night's record-breaking jackpot. The winning tickets, which matched five out of five numbers drawn, not including
A Phoenix woman has come forward to collect her $1 million Powerball prize and says she's planning to go on a family vacation and invest the rest of her winnings.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:29 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:29:27 GMT
Brad Harper
The Phoenix Public Safety Community is mourning the loss of a firefighter. 23-year-old Brad Harper was killed over the weekend. He was pinned between two fire department vehicles while responding to
The Phoenix Public Safety community is mourning the loss of a firefighter, 23-year-old Brad Harper, who was killed over the weekend.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:17 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:17:55 GMT
USDA recalls Foster Farms chicken strips
Foster Farms is recalling about 6,165 pounds of ready-to-eat grilled chicken breast strips that contain wheat and soy, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label. Arizona is one of the
Arizona is one of the states that received shipments of the product that was produced on April 23, 2013.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:51 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:51:03 GMT
Jesus Cabrera Molina, 24, is the registered owner of green Ford SUV that was tied to the scene where Officer Daryl Raetz was struck and killed early Sunday morning.
Jesus Cabrera Molina, 24, is the registered owner of green Ford SUV that was tied to the scene where Officer Daryl Raetz was struck and killed early Sunday morning.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:42 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:42:44 GMT
Bob Schieffer
CBS News correspondent Bob Schieffer is the 2013 recipient of the Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism, Arizona State University said Tuesday. Schieffer will accept the 30th annual award,
Bob Schieffer will accept the 30th annual award, given by the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication, at a luncheon ceremony Oct. 29 at the Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:32 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:32:46 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
The penalty phase of Arias' trial was set to begin at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday.
Jodi Arias told the jury that she "never meant to cause Travis so much pain" and that she would contribute to society from prison if she is allowed to live.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:11 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:11:53 GMT
CBS 5
Armed with special grants, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is poised to blanket county recreation areas with DUI patrols over the Memorial Day weekend. Grants were awarded from the Governor's Office
Enforcement operations will target Saguaro Lake, Canyon Lake, Apache Lake, Bartlett Lake, Lake Pleasant, Verde River, Lower Salt River, all of the county parks and the Tonto National Forest.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:42 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:42:04 GMT
CBS 5
A federal court in San Francisco has struck down Arizona's ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy unless there's a medical emergency.The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruled Tuesday that the law
A federal court in San Francisco has struck down Arizona's ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy unless there's a medical emergency.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 22:39:33 GMT
Israel Celis, Sr. (Source: Arizona Department of Corrections)
Israel Celis Sr. barricaded himself, the woman and children in the house near 91st and Maryland avenues after a series of events that began Monday afternoon.
Israel Celis Sr. barricaded himself, the woman and children in the house near 91st and Maryland avenues after a series of events that began Monday afternoon.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:52 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:52:46 GMT
CBS 5
An elderly man was pulled from a Scottsdale pool after he showed signs of a possible stroke, fire officials said. Several adults in the pool were holding the man face up in the water when fire crews arrived
Several adults in the pool were holding the man face up in the water when fire crews arrived at 1900 N. Scottsdale Rd., said Scottsdale fire spokesman Dave Folio.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:49:15 GMT
The Arizona Senate is sending Gov. Jan Brewer a bill that prohibits the use of welfare benefits at liquor, gambling and adult entertainment businesses. The Senate passed the bill in a 28-1 vote Tuesday.
The Arizona Senate is sending Gov. Jan Brewer a bill that prohibits the use of welfare benefits at liquor, gambling and adult entertainment businesses.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:47 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:47:13 GMT
About 70 tea party activists waving signs and small American flags marched outside Phoenix's main Internal Revenue Service office to protest the agency's extra scrutiny of conservative groups. Tuesday
About 70 tea party activists waving signs and small American flags marched outside Phoenix's main Internal Revenue Service office to protest the agency's extra scrutiny of conservative groups.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:30 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:30:38 GMT
Pot seizure
Some Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents spent their weekend seizing more than 3,000 pounds of marijuana; removing two illegal immigrants from a car trunk; and retrieving one man from the bottom of a
Tucson Sector Border Patrol agents seized more than 3,000 pounds of marijuana, removed two undocumented immigrants from a car trunk and rescued a man from the bottom of a 20-foot deep well over the weekend.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:24:06 GMT
Robert Gilson (Source: Pinal County Sheriff's Office)
A 28-year-old Tucson man has been arrested in a string of jewelry burglaries at homes where he was hired to clean, according to authorities.The Pinal County Sheriff's Office said Robert Gilson
A 28-year-old Tucson man admitted to detectives that he stole 76 pieces of jewelry from eight homes, claiming he had done it out of financial desperation.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:20:54 GMT
Amy's Baking Company
Amy's Baking Company said legal and online threats have forced it to cancel a press conference Tuesday, but that it's grand reopening will take place as planned. Owners of the Scottsdale bakery, Amy and
Owners of the Scottsdale bakery decided to pull the plug on a 1 p.m. news briefing Tuesday after getting a letter from a litigation law firm representing a company that produces the TV show Kitchen Nightmares.
Investigation photos from the scene of the mass shooting in Tucson on Jan. 8, 2011. Six people were killed and Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was among the injured. Jared Loughner pleaded guilty to the crime.
Investigation photos from the scene of the mass shooting in Tucson on Jan. 8, 2011. Six people were killed and Rep. Gabrielle Giffords was among the injured. Jared Loughner is serving a life term after pleading guilty to the crime.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 4:05 PM EDT2013-05-21 20:05:39 GMT
CBS 5
No open fires will be permitted in a number of wildlife areas in Arizona beginning Wednesday, the Arizona Game and Fish Department said. The Stage 1 fire restrictions cover campfires and charcoal-burning
The Stage 1 fire restrictions cover campfires and charcoal-burning barbeques, among other things.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:51 PM EDT2013-05-21 19:51:23 GMT
(Source: Pima County Sheriff's Office)
Authorities released nearly 600 photos that investigators took in the aftermath of the Tucson shooting rampage that killed six people and wounded former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and 12 others. The
The Pima County Sheriff's Office is releasing the photos of the Tucson shooting that killed six people and wounded 13 others on January 8, 2011.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 18:21:18 GMT
Phoenix police Officer Daryl Raetz, left, and Firefighter Bradley Harper died in separate incidents over the weekend.
A benefit barbecue to benefit the families of two Phoenix first-responders killed over the weekend will be from 11 a.m. Wednesday to 1 a.m. Thursday at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel in Phoenix.
A barbecue to benefit the families of two Phoenix first-responders killed over the weekend will be from 11 a.m. Wednesday to 1 a.m. Thursday at the Sheraton Crescent Hotel in Phoenix.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:58 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:58:22 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
The driver of an SUV that collided with a school bus on Monday afternoon is in serious condition at a Scottsdale hospital. The Pinal County Sheriff's Office said an elderly woman was driving a white SUV
An elderly woman is in serious condition after her SUV collided with a school bus in San Tan Valley.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:45:01 GMT
An Arizona man has been convicted of five felony counts for exchanging sexually explicit text messages with a 14-year-old Fremont girl. The Fremont Tribune reports that 30-year-old Christopher Vick, of
An Arizona man has been convicted of five felony counts for exchanging sexually explicit text messages with a 14-year-old Fremont girl.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:31 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:31:15 GMT
Authorities are set to release more than 300 photos on Tuesday that investigators took in the aftermath of the Tucson shooting rampage that killed six people and wounded former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords
Authorities are set to release more than 300 photos on Tuesday that investigators took in the aftermath of the Tucson shooting rampage that killed six people and wounded former U.S. Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and 12 others.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:28 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:28:27 GMT
Agencies across Arizona are enacting fire restrictions ahead of the Memorial Day weekend. Federal agencies, cities and counties say they'll implement a ban on fires outside developed areas starting Wednesday.
Agencies across Arizona are enacting fire restrictions ahead of the Memorial Day weekend.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:24 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:24:16 GMT
A big rig driver is in custody for allegedly trying to smuggle more than $1 million worth of marijuana into southern Arizona. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials said Monday that the 44 year-old
A big rig driver is in custody for allegedly trying to smuggle more than $1 million worth of marijuana into southern Arizona.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:22 AM EDT2013-05-21 11:22:15 GMT
State revenues jumped 17 percent in April from the previous year but Arizona budget officials say the increase is likely due to taxpayers fleeing higher taxes this year. The Joint Legislative Budget Committee
State revenues jumped 17 percent in April from the previous year but Arizona budget officials say the increase is likely due to taxpayers fleeing higher taxes this year.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:12 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:12:08 GMT
Daryl Raetz
Detective Jeff Clement bravely took a seat in front of a row of cameras Monday afternoon to talk about losing his best friend, Officer Daryl Raetz. "We thought he was Teflon," said Clement. "We thought
Detective Jeff Clement bravely took a seat in front of a row of cameras Monday afternoon to talk about losing his best friend, Officer Daryl Raetz.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:08 AM EDT2013-05-21 04:08:51 GMT
Daryl Raetz, 29, was a six-year veteran of the Phoenix Police Department. (Source:Facebook)
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officials say the man who owns the SUV that killed a Phoenix Police officer is not in the country legally.Phoenix Police arrested 24-year-old Jesus Cabrera Molina. He
Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officials say the man who owns the SUV that struck and killed a Phoenix police officer is not in the country legally.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:58 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:58:26 GMT
Brandon Babcock
A Salt Lake City man claiming to be able to help Type 2 diabetes patients reverse their condition is behind bars in Chandler on charges of operating without a license. This past weekend, a local nurse
A Salt Lake City man claiming to be able to help Type 2 diabetes patients reverse their condition was cited by Chandler police on charges of operating without a license.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:10:42 GMT
Authorities have released the identity of a man who was fatally struck by a train in Tempe. Tempe police say 27-year-old Shane Tsosie was the man killed when he was struck by a southbound Union Pacific
Authorities have released the identity of a man who was fatally struck by a train in Tempe.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:04 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:04:32 GMT
Gov. Jan Brewer won't begin signing passed bills again even though the Arizona Senate has passed a budget that includes expanding Medicaid. Brewer spokesman Matthew Benson said Monday that the House of
Gov. Jan Brewer won't begin signing passed bills again even though the Arizona Senate has passed a budget that includes expanding Medicaid.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:00:46 GMT
Authorities say there are no reported injuries after a Freon leak at the Pima County Jail in Tucson. Tucson Fire Department crews responded to the jail shortly after noon Monday after the leak of colorless
Authorities say there are no reported injuries after a Freon leak at the Pima County Jail in Tucson.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:51 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:51:02 GMT
A wildfire has burned about 3 square miles of grass and brush on ridges of the Coronado National Forest about a dozen miles from Nogales in rural Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona. The Soldier Basin
A wildfire has burned about 3 square miles of grass and brush on ridges of the Coronado National Forest about a dozen miles from Nogales in rural Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:49:32 GMT
Federal authorities say a California man wanted in an Alabama murder case has been arrested near the southern Arizona border. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officials said Monday that 50-year-old
Federal authorities say a California man wanted in an Alabama murder case has been arrested near the southern Arizona border.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:47:41 GMT
Federal authorities say a Mexican man is in custody for allegedly trying to smuggle nearly $107,000 in undeclared cash across the southern Arizona border. They say 54-year-old Gamaliel Gonzales De Dios,
Federal authorities say a Mexican man is in custody for allegedly trying to smuggle nearly $107,000 in undeclared cash across the southern Arizona border.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:45:45 GMT
A federal appeals court says a key legal issue remains unresolved regarding whether a southern Arizona tribe was rightfully awarded reservation status for its planned casino site near Glendale. The court
A federal appeals court says a key legal issue remains unresolved regarding whether a southern Arizona tribe was rightfully awarded reservation status for its planned casino site near Glendale.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:20:10 GMT
Daryl Raetz
Police have located the vehicle they believe was involve in the hit and run that killed Phoenix police officer Daryl Raetz Sunday. The registered owner of the vehicle is 24-year-old Jesus Cabrera
Jesus Cabrera Molina was arrested Sunday afternoon for possession of narcotics and has been booked on those charges.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:44:54 GMT
A new report from the U.S. Dept. of Justice takes another shot at former U-S attorney for Arizona Dennis Burke. Burke is accused of leaking information to the media, during the investigation of the botched
A new report from the U.S. Department of Justice takes another shot at former U.S. Attorney for Arizona Dennis Burke.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:39 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:39:31 GMT
CBS 5
The body of a 16-year-old boy was found by a gas worker Friday alongside a roadway in northern Arizona, authorities said. The worker had pulled off Interstate 40, just east of Ashfork, and found the body
The worker had pulled off Interstate 40, just east of Ashfork, and found the body in a turnaround area, the Coconino County Sheriff's Office said.
Monday, May 20 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-20 23:08:39 GMT
Pot concealed in charcoal shipment
A Mexican national was arrested Friday after federal officer found more than 2,000 pounds of marijuana concealed in a charcoal shipment. The smuggling attempt was foiled at the Port of Mariposa commercial
The pot, valued at $1,014,350, was concealed in a shipment of 1,000 bags of charcoal.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:59 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:59:27 GMT
The last thing anyone wants these days - is to pay a *higher water bill?? or utility bill? And a *property tax hike ... isn't any better. But that's exactly what residents in one East Valley community
The cost of picking up the trash, using electricity and watering the lawn may soon go up in an East valley community. The city of Mesa is proposing several rate hikes to help pay for a budget shortfall.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:44:12 GMT
Officer Daryl Raetz and Firefighter Bradley Harper (Source: Phoenix police & fire departments)
The 100 Club of Arizona has set up funds for the families of two Phoenix first responders who lost their lives while on duty over the weekend. Phoenix Firefighter Bradley Harper, 23, died after being
You can donate to the 100 Club of Arizona to support the families of two Phoenix first responders who lost their lives while on duty over the weekend.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:02 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:02:26 GMT
Surveillance image
A debit card stolen from a vehicle parked in a garage led police to stores where the card was used and surveillance pictures of the suspect. The suspect entered the garage of the apartment home at 21150
The suspect entered the garage of the apartment home at 21150 N. Tatum Blvd. sometime between 5 p.m. April 29 to 5:45 a.m. April 30, police said.
Jodi Arias has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of her ex-boyfriend. The jury will now decide if she should get life in prison or be executed.
Jodi Arias has been found guilty of first-degree murder in the death of her ex-boyfriend. The jury will now decide if she should get life in prison or be executed.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:54 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:54:16 GMT
Manhunt Monday fugitive
Phoenix's Turf Paradise horse track was the scene of the crime for this week's Manhunt Monday suspect. A suspect believed to be in his 20s knocked down an 84-year-old worker there on April 26 at around
An 84-year-old employee had just picked up a money bag for his betting payouts when a suspect assaulted him and stole his bag, Silent Witness detectives said.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:16 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:16:44 GMT
Dan Maxson
The family of a Camp Verde man missing since May 10 says he has several medical conditions and may be in distress. Dan Maxson, 55, has trouble walking, speaks with a slur and has a history of strokes.
Dan Maxson, 55, has trouble walking, speaks with a slur and has a history of strokes. He has no right hand.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:01 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:01:56 GMT
Daryl Washington
Arizona Cardinals linebacker Daryl Washington has pleaded not guilty to charges accusing him of assaulting his ex-girlfriend, who authorities have said is the mother of his baby daughter. Washington entered
Daryl Washington is charged with aggravated assault and criminal trespass after being arrested May 3.
Monday, May 20 2013 3:41 PM EDT2013-05-20 19:41:56 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
The judge in the Jodi Arias murder trial denied both the defense's motion on Monday morning for a mistrial and for a withdrawal in the case. On Monday morning, the judge heard a motion by Arias' defense
Defense attorney Kirk Nurmi said one of Jodi Arias' friends, who was scheduled to be a witness on Monday, allegedly received death threats and is scared to testify.
Monday, May 20 2013 2:36 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:36:27 GMT
Ryan Schwab was booked on one count of aggravated assault.
Maricopa police said Ryan C. Schwab was booked on one count of aggravated assault in a domestic violence situation in which Pinal County sheriff's deputies and Maricopa police officers responded.
Maricopa police said Ryan C. Schwab was booked on one count of aggravated assault in a domestic violence situation in which Pinal County sheriff's deputies and Maricopa police officers responded.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:41 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:41:33 GMT
U.S. Sen. John McCain is in Massachusetts to campaign for and help raise cash for Gabriel Gomez, a fellow Republican and Navy veteran who is running in a special election for the U.S. Senate.The Arizona
U.S. Sen. John McCain is in Massachusetts campaigning for fellow Republican and Navy veteran Gabriel Gomez, a candidate in the state's special U.S. Senate election.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:40 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:40:08 GMT
Crash victim Juan Rodriguez with his fiance Amanda Lujan.
You hear a lot about deadly accidents involving motorcycles A Valley couple wants to share their story in hopes drivers will pay more attention to bikers on the road. "The fourth of July, Juan proposed,
You hear a lot about deadly accidents involving motorcycles. A Valley couple wants to share their story in hopes drivers will pay more attention to bikers on the road.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:39:10 GMT
A Mohave County judge has ruled that a 31-year-old Kingman man is incompetent to stand trial in the killing of his father in 2008 and will be treated at a mental health facility.Shawn Guerrero was sent
A Mohave County judge has ruled that a 31-year-old Kingman man is incompetent to stand trial in the killing of his father in 2008 and will be treated at a mental health facility.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:15 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:15:14 GMT
CBS 5
Mohave County sheriff's spokeswoman Trish Carter said Gilberto Avila Jr., 28, of Bullhead City, died early Saturday after being found unresponsive in the jail's medical unit.
Mohave County sheriff's spokeswoman Trish Carter said Gilberto Avila Jr., 28, of Bullhead City, died early Saturday after being found unresponsive in the jail's medical unit.
Monday, May 20 2013 12:20 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:20:07 GMT
There has been a lot of attention paid to Jodi Arias' recent comments about how she prefers the death penalty over life in prison, but it's a belief she's held for years.
There has been a lot of attention paid to Jodi Arias' recent comments about how she prefers the death penalty over life in prison, but it's a belief she's held for years.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:17:42 GMT
Fallen first responders
A 23-year-old firefighter is in surgery at St. Joseph's Hospital in Phoenix. Officials told CBS 5 he is in extremely critical condition after being crushed between two fire vehicles. The firefighter was
Phoenix police officer Daryl Raetz, 29, and Phoenix firefighter Bradley Harper, 23, died within six hours of each other from injuries suffered in two separate incidents.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:17:42 GMT
Representatives of Pinal County and the federal government have started discussing the possibility of renegotiating the county's money-losing contract to house federal immigration detainees in the county
Representatives of Pinal County and the federal government have started discussing the possibility of renegotiating the county's money-losing contract to house federal immigration detainees in the county jail in Florence.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:16 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:16:14 GMT
Brad Harper had known since high school that he wanted to join the fire department. Friends told CBS 5 he was following in the footsteps of his two older cousins. Two years ago Harper passed the test
Brad Harper had known since high school that he wanted to join the fire department. Friends told CBS 5 he was following in the footsteps of his two older cousins. Two years ago Harper passed the test
Monday, May 20 2013 11:14 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:14:34 GMT
It's retirement time for two mountain lions at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum near Tucson.Museum officials say the lions are about 13 years old and have arthritis that makes it difficult for them to
It's retirement time for two mountain lions at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum near Tucson.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:20 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:20:24 GMT
State transportation crews are wrapping up work on a traffic interchange on Interstate 17 near Cordes Junction.Lane restrictions will alternate on I-17 and SR 69 this week so crews can finalize the remaining
State transportation crews are wrapping up work on a traffic interchange on Interstate 17 near Cordes Junction.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:12 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:12:55 GMT
DPS officers inspect the scene where a man reportedly jumped from a moving vehicle before he was struck and killed by another car on I-10 Sunday night.
A person was struck and killed after jumping from a moving car near 59th Avenue and a tractor-trailer rolled near Riggs Road, keeping emergency crews busy on the freeway Sunday night.
A person was struck and killed after jumping from a moving car near 59th Avenue and a tractor-trailer rolled near Riggs Road, keeping emergency crews busy on the freeway Sunday night.
This month CBS premiers a new reality show called "The American Baking Competition". The T.V. series was shot in Ball Ground, Georgia, with metro-Atlanta resident Jeff Foxworthy hosting. Only CBS Atlanta
This month CBS premiers a new reality show called The American Baking Competition.
Sunday, May 19 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-20 01:48:36 GMT
I-17 closed at Northern
Interstate 17 at Northern Avenue is closed in both directions due to police activity, the Arizona Department of Public Safety said. Traffic is being detoured off the freeway at Northern. There is a
DPS officers said they arrested one person. They did not elaborate on the nature of the arrest.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:24:08 GMT
A train derailment was reported near the Bridgeport and Fairfield city lines Friday night. Few details have been released on the derailment, but the incident was reported around 6:30 p.m. in the area of
Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:21 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:21:44 GMT
CBS 5
A 22-year-old was fatally shot by Tucson police after he removed a handgun from his waistband. Freddy Batt Sosa was pronounced dead at the scene on Saturday night, officers said. Officers responding
Tucson police say Freddy Batt Sosa was pronounced dead at the scene on Saturday night.
Sunday, May 19 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-05-19 20:48:33 GMT
CBS 5
The Flagstaff Fire Department responded to two separate wildfire incidents during the early part of the weekend. The first incident occurred on Friday May 17th at approximately 11:45 am in the area of
Flagstaff police are looking for suspects behind two separate wildfires that were quickly extinguished.
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-05-19 14:54:18 GMT
CBS 5
Scottsdale police say a body found in a canal has been identified as a man who was reported missing after he failed to return from a bicycle ride earlier this week. A police officer discovered the body
A police officer discovered the body of 78-year-old Edward Allan Brawley on Saturday morning near Hayden Road and Indian Bend.
Saturday, May 18 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-19 03:06:03 GMT
The mayor of Phoenix is calling Groceries for Guns the largest buyback program in state history. In fact, Greg Stanton said nearly 2,000 guns are now off the street and unable to fall into the hands of
The mayor of Phoenix is calling Groceries for Guns the largest buyback program in state history. In fact, Greg Stanton said nearly 2,000 guns are now off the street and unable to fall into the hands of criminals.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:37 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:37:42 GMT
Firefighters work on the second floor of a Motel 6 in Phoenix after a fire broke out in one of the units.
A Phoenix Fire Department spokesman said a faulty air conditioner appeared to be the preliminary cause of the fire just before 7 a.m. at the Motel 6 near Northern Avenue and Interstate 17.
A Phoenix Fire Department spokesman said a faulty air conditioner appeared to be the preliminary cause of the fire just before 7 a.m. at the Motel 6 near Northern Avenue and Interstate 17.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:49 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:49:34 GMT
Everyone wants the right to make their own choices when it comes to their healthcare, but a group of valley midwives says that isn't happening thanks to a new set of guidelines that will likely take effect
Everyone wants the right to make their own choices when it comes to their healthcare, but a group of valley midwives says that isn't happening thanks to a new set of guidelines that will likely take effect next month.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:46 PM EDT2013-05-18 03:46:04 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
The American Center for Law and Justice announced today it plans to file a federal lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service on behalf of a Phoenix based tea Party organization and nine others throughout
The American Center for Law and Justice announced today it plans to file a federal lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service on behalf of a Phoenix-based tea party organization and nine others throughout the country.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:40:40 GMT
Arizona has become Ground Zero in the immigration debate. As the new policies work their way through Washington, D.C., people here are try to take advantage of the process. They're called "notarios" and
They're called "notarios," and some of them are preying on immigrants who are looking for that legal path to citizenship.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:03:37 GMT
Shari Tobyne
A Scottsdale woman has been sentenced to live in prison for killing her husband and dumping his body in November of 2009. Shari Tobyne pleaded guilty on Friday and the judge also gave her sentence for
A Scottsdale woman was sentenced to life in prison for shooting her husband and then dismembering and dumping his body to hide the evidence, police said.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:31 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:31:19 GMT
(Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
Fifteen people have been arrested in connection to two human smuggling cases in Maricopa County on Thursday, according to authorities. The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said detectives arrested 10
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office said the suspects said they had paid between $2,500 and $4,000 to come to the U.S. and were headed to Chicago, Michigan, New York, Delaware and Kansas.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:07 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:07:18 GMT
(Source: U.S. Customs and Border Protection)
A 28-year-old man has been arrested for trying to smuggle more than 25 pounds of methamphetamine into the U.S. according to border agents. U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers said agents stopped
U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers said agents stopped Juan Antonio Ruiz-Espinoza at the San Luis port and found 18 packages of crystal meth in the front bumper of his vehicle.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:48 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:48:36 GMT
Marcos Mendoza
A man who was arrested in a April 2012 burglary has been found guilty of second-degree murder and trespassing. Phoenix police said Marcos Mendoza, 26, shot and killed Manuel Chavarria in the parking lot
A police dog helped Phoenix police officers capture a home burglary suspect early Monday morning.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:10 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:10:16 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
Investigators say a Chandler man has been indicted for his alleged involvement in a scheme to embezzle $571,500 from Nissan. The U.S. Attorney's Office in Tennessee said Adrian Franklin, 39, of Chandler
According to the indictment, Kenneth Carter, 44, worked for Nissan North America at its headquarters in Franklin, TN and between March 2007 and April 2008, he filed false claims under the Federal Warranty Act.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:29:05 GMT
Edward Brawley
Edward Allan Brawley left on his gray mountain bike about 12:30 p.m., and his wife said he normally rides his bicycle to the Hayden Road and McCormick Parkway area and normally rides for no more than an hour.
Edward Allan Brawley left on his gray mountain bike about 12:30 p.m., and his wife said he normally rides his bicycle to the Hayden Road and McCormick Parkway area and normally rides for no more than an hour.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:20 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:20:20 GMT
Liane Lucinda Corwin
According to the police report, a Chandler woman was driving eastbound on Loop 202 near Recker Road in Mesa when she drove into the right side emergency lane and slammed into the back end of a disabled vehicle.
According to the police report, a Chandler woman was driving eastbound on Loop 202 near Recker Road in Mesa when she drove into the right side emergency lane and slammed into the back end of a disabled vehicle.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:17 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:17:02 GMT
An Arizona congressman wants a nationwide ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy. Republican Rep. Trent Franks had introduced a bill that would ban such procedures only in the District of Columbia.
An Arizona congressman wants a nationwide ban on abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.
Friday, May 17 2013 6:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:16:15 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
Senate Minority Leader Leah Landrum Taylor says she doesn't want Democrats to reject a plan to expand Medicaid access if they don't get their way on other issues. Landrum Taylor says Democrats are concerned
The $8.8 billion state spending plan that includes Medicaid expansion now moves to the House.
Friday, May 17 2013 5:04 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:04:57 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
After two successful weekends, the city of Phoenix's gun buyback program ran out of the $100,000 anonymous donation money. Another anonymous donation of $100,000 came in this week so the program is back
Another anonymous donation of $100,000 came in this week so the program is back on for Saturday.
Friday, May 17 2013 4:45 PM EDT2013-05-17 20:45:42 GMT
According to a new letter released to Senator John McCain's office, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers released 622 people with criminal records back in February.The Obama administration claimed
According to a new letter released to Sen. John McCain's office, Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers released 622 people with criminal records back in February.
Friday, May 17 2013 3:21 PM EDT2013-05-17 19:21:53 GMT
Antonio Lopez Perez, 32, was arrested early Friday morning
Prescott Police Department Lt. Ken Morley said the two women, ages 21 and 22, were dancing in a bar late Thursday night when they were sexually assaulted.
Prescott Police Department Lt. Ken Morley said the two women, ages 21 and 22, were dancing in a bar late Thursday night when they were sexually assaulted.
Friday, May 17 2013 1:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 17:49:10 GMT
Tony Phung (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
Two men are in critical condition after they were stabbed during a fight between two other business partners at a Phoenix Vietnamese restaurant, police said. The fight broke out shortly before 11 a.m.
The fight broke out shortly before 11 a.m. at Tho 35 Vietnamese Noodle House at 3515 W. Northern Ave.
Friday, May 17 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-05-17 16:29:48 GMT
A 22-year-old convenience store clerk in Tucson is hospitalized in critical condition after being found early Friday with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed. Police say a customer found the
A 22-year-old convenience store clerk in Tucson is hospitalized in critical condition after being found early Friday with life-threatening injuries after being stabbed.
Friday, May 17 2013 11:04 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:04:11 GMT
The wife of the president of the Mormon church has died.The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints said in a statement on its web site that Frances B. Monson died at 6:35 a.m. Friday at a hospital
The wife of the president of the Mormon church has died.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:42 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:42:15 GMT
Rebecca, a sophomore at Raymond S. Kellis High School, was walking to see a faculty talent show when another classmate in a pickup truck hit her at full speed.
Rebecca Rostron, a sophomore at Raymond S. Kellis High School, was walking to see a faculty talent show when another classmate in a pickup truck hit her at full speed.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:39 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:39:55 GMT
Fred Knadler (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
The multi-millionaire business owner of the Arizona Shower Door Company, Fred Knadler, is behind bars awaiting trial on three felony counts related to two alleged murder-for-hire schemes.
The multi-millionaire business owner of the Arizona Shower Door Company, Fred Knadler, is behind bars awaiting trial on three felony counts related to two alleged murder-for-hire schemes.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:15 AM EDT2013-05-17 14:15:34 GMT
A former NASCAR driver who led police on a high-speed chase through Nevada, Arizona and Utah has been ordered to appear in Utah state court next month. The (St. George) Spectrum reports a preliminary
A former NASCAR driver who led police on a high-speed chase through Nevada, Arizona and Utah has been ordered to appear in Utah state court next month.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:48 AM EDT2013-05-17 13:48:36 GMT
A federal judge in Arizona is refusing to reconsider a ruling upholding the Interior Department's authority to ban new hard rock mining claims on federal land. U.S. District Judge David Campbell's ruling
A federal judge in Arizona is refusing to reconsider a ruling upholding the Interior Department's authority to ban new hard rock mining claims on federal land.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:48 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:48:48 GMT
Friday is the deadline for the public to submit comments on a tentative plan to update the state's five-year program for prioritizing highway projects and other transportation improvements. Among other
Friday is the deadline for the public to submit comments on a tentative plan to update the state's five-year program for prioritizing highway projects and other transportation improvements. Among other
Friday, May 17 2013 7:45 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:45:19 GMT
State Department of Transportation crews are preparing to repave a 14-mile stretch of US 160 about 25 miles west of Kayenta. The $6.5 million project begins Monday and is expected to be complete by September. Crews
State Department of Transportation crews are preparing to repave a 14-mile stretch of US 160 about 25 miles west of Kayenta. The $6.5 million project begins Monday and is expected to be complete by September. Crews
Friday, May 17 2013 7:43 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:43:05 GMT
Federal agents intercepted more than 2,300 pounds of marijuana following a traffic stop in Nogales. Special agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations seized
Federal agents intercepted more than 2,300 pounds of marijuana following a traffic stop in Nogales. Special agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Homeland Security Investigations seized
Friday, May 17 2013 12:16 AM EDT2013-05-17 04:16:22 GMT
CBS 5
The Republican-controlled Arizona Senate has passed a historic measure that embraces a signature part of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul. The $8.8 billion state budget approved on Thursday
The Republican-controlled Arizona Senate has passed a historic measure that embraces a signature part of President Barack Obama's health care overhaul.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:50:37 GMT
Home security has always on people's minds. But the owner of Delta Canine Services said he's seeing more customers asking him to turn man's best friend into a lean, mean, fighting machine.
Home security has always been on people's minds. But the owner of Delta Canine Services said he's seeing more customers asking him to turn man's best friend into a lean, mean, fighting machine.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:39 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:39:12 GMT
Steven Alexander (Source: CBS 5 News)
The jury deciding the fate of Jodi Arias has heard dramatic and emotional testimony from the brother and one of the sisters of the man she murdered.
Travis Alexander's brother Steven Alexander emphatically told the jury: "I don't want these nightmares anymore. I don't want to have to see my brother's murderer anymore."
Thursday, May 16 2013 10:28 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:28:11 GMT
David Trujillo
David Trujillo, who was a volunteer dance teacher at Mountain Pointe High School in Ahwatukee, faces 15 counts of suspected sexual conduct with a minor and three counts of sexual abuse in connection with the relationship.
David Trujillo, who was a volunteer dance teacher at Mountain Pointe High School in Ahwatukee, faces 15 counts of suspected sexual conduct with a minor and three counts of sexual abuse in connection with the relationship.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:24:40 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
A judge has refused to halt Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer's policy denying driver's licenses for young immigrants who have gotten work permits and avoided deportation under an Obama administration policy. The
The decision Thursday by U.S. District Judge David Campbell rejects the argument by immigrant rights advocates who say her policy is unconstitutional because it's trumped by federal law.
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:16 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:16:09 GMT
Art Wagner
A body found just off the campus of Higley High School Wednesday morning was identified as the athletic director, the Higley Unified School District said. "Art Wagner was a dedicated educator who has
Art Wagner, 43, was Higley Unified School District's executive director of support services.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:55 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:55:44 GMT
Phoenix firefighters are trying to determine what sparked a blaze on an apartment balcony Thursday afternoon. The blaze was quickly extinguished at the Presidio Apartments at 13201 S. Wakial loop, said
The blaze was quickly extinguished at the Presidio Apartments at 13201 S. Wakial loop, said Phoenix fire Spokesman Larry Nunez.
Thursday, May 16 2013 8:01 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:01:44 GMT
Rozenna Luna (Source: Maricopa County Sheriff's Office)
A mother has been taken into police custody after police say she tried to give away her 6-month-old daughter at a Phoenix gas station. Sgt. Tommy Thompson with the Phoenix Police Department said investigators
Police said Rozenna Luna, 36, had been drinking and was on meth when she asked strangers if they wanted a "free child" as she attempted to give the baby girl away at a Phoenix gas station.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:58 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:58:56 GMT
David Stevens
Federal authorities are seeking to rescue a 7 to 9-year-old victim of sexual exploitation and obtain information about a man producing child pornography. Danish National Police notified the U.S. Immigration
David Stevens, 58, was taken into custody in Salinas, CA, Wednesday after a call to a tip line led to his whereabouts.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:19 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:19:27 GMT
President Barack Obama is tapping former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords for the board that selects recipients for Fulbright scholarships. The Arizona Democrat resigned from Congress in 2012, a year after a gunman
President Barack Obama is tapping former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords for the board that selects recipients for Fulbright scholarships.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:18:30 GMT
CBS 5
A group trying to oust Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio is again relying on only volunteers to gather signatures in a bid to force a recall election against the sheriff. Thursday's announcement by the
Thursday's announcement by the recall group marks the second time since mid-March that fundraising difficulties have prompted it to stop using paid signature gatherers.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:02 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:02:35 GMT
(Source: CBS 5 News)
Jurors deciding Jodi Arias' fate have been sent home after proceedings were inexplicably delayed. The panel was brought to tears earlier Thursday as they heard statements from the victim's family members
Jurors deciding Jodi Arias' fate have been sent home after proceedings were inexplicably delayed.
Thursday, May 16 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-16 23:01:59 GMT
CBS 5
A sixth-grade boy is in a lot of trouble after he was found with a fake gun. The toy pistol was taken away Wednesday by a Kyrene school bus driver who saw children playing with the weapon. It happened
The toy pistol was taken away Wednesday by a Kyrene school bus driver who saw children playing with the weapon.
Thursday, May 16 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-05-16 22:47:59 GMT
CBS 5
Arizona's unemployment rate is holding steady at 7.9 percent. Department of Administration economists reported Thursday that the state added 5,200 nonfarm jobs in April as the seasonally adjusted jobless
The 7.9 percent rate in April compares with 8.4 percent in April 2012.
Thursday, May 16 2013 4:55 PM EDT2013-05-16 20:55:57 GMT
David Childers
A Buckeye man attempted to stab his mom with a kitchen fork during an argument over his prescribed medication, Buckeye police said. David Childers, 25, faces a number of charges, including aggravated
David Childers, 25, faces a number of charges, including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, resisting arrest and inflicting injury to an animal.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:47 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:47:41 GMT
The Arizona Senate has begun debating an $8.8 billion state budget proposal drafted by majority Republicans.Democrats scored the first win of what is shaping up as a long day when a handful of Republicans
The Arizona Senate has begun debating an $8.8 billion state budget proposal drafted by majority Republicans.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:42 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:42:34 GMT
A 34-year-old Arizona woman who has spent more than half her life behind bars for a 1992 Tucson killing is now free.Gina Celaya was released Wednesday after pleading guilty to second-degree murder and
A 34-year-old Arizona woman who has spent more than half her life behind bars for a 1992 Tucson killing is now free.
Thursday, May 16 2013 3:13 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:13:27 GMT
Defense lawyers Kirk Nurmi, left, and Jennifer Wilmott asked Judge Sherry Stephens on Tuesday to step down from the Jodi Arias murder trial, but were denied.
Defense lawyer Kirk Nurmi listed several factors the jury could consider in granting mercy, including Arias' age, lack of a criminal record before the killing and even her talents as an artist.
Defense lawyer Kirk Nurmi listed several factors the jury could consider in granting mercy, including Arias' age, lack of a criminal record before the killing and even her talents as an artist.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:35 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:35:50 GMT
A man armed with a semi-automatic handgun demanded money from an employee of a Safeway grocery store on the 6800 block of West Peoria Avenue in Peoria then simply walked out.The male suspect went to the
A man armed with a semi-automatic handgun demanded money from an employee of a Safeway grocery store on the 6800 block of West Peoria Avenue in Peoria then simply walked out.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:52 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:52:13 GMT
Authorities in Tucson say approximately 200 customers and employees were evacuated from a Wal-Mart store because of a kitchen grease fire Thursday morning.The Fire Department says employees were unable
Authorities in Tucson say approximately 200 customers and employees were evacuated from a Wal-Mart store because of a kitchen grease fire Thursday morning.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:11:18 GMT
Three women had to be extricated from this SUV after it landed in this culvert in Gilbert.
Mike Young of the Gilbert Fire Department said the women were traveling south on Power Road when the SUV hit a curb, the driver overcorrected and landed in the culvert near Williams Field Road.
Mike Young of the Gilbert Fire Department said the women were traveling south on Power Road when the SUV hit a curb, the driver overcorrected and landed in the culvert near Williams Field Road.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:30 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:30:34 GMT
ORLANDO, FL (RNN) – A man with possible ties to a Boston Marathon bombing suspect was shot and killed after the FBI interviewed him early Wednesday. The FBI confirmed a special agent fatally shot a man
A news release from the FBI Boston division stated the shooting took place early Wednesday when Ibragim Todashev, the shooting victim, started a "violent confrontation."
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:54 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:54:10 GMT
(RNN) - Yesterday Steve Wilhite, the creator of the popular file format GIF, or Graphics Interchange Format, dropped a bombshell about the ubiquitous internet mainstay and put an end to more than a decade
Wilhite was honored with a lifetime achievement award at The Webby Awards and spoke out about the pronunciation of the popular file format.
By Josh Levs, CNN updated 1:24 PM EDT, Tue May 21, 2013STORY HIGHLIGHTSTeachers tore through the rubble to save screaming students7 children died -- some of them drowned in the basement"I had to
It was the end of the school day. The kids at Plaza Towers Elementary School were stuffing their backpacks, looking forward to going home, playing with friends, eating snacks.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:13 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:13:11 GMT
A British woman who claimed to have hit a cyclist while driving her car and then driving off tweeted about driving off and not caring much about it. But then the cops tweeted back.
The first rule of Twitter - it's not smart to tweet about a crime.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:17 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:17:00 GMT
People affected by the massive tornado that killed at least 51 people and destroyed parts of Oklahoma still do not know where their loved ones are, but many of them are using social media to find out.
People affected by the massive tornado that killed at least 51 people and destroyed parts of Oklahoma still do not know where their loved ones are, but many are using social media to find out.
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