Phoenix's Desert Botanical Garden hosts Spring Butterfly Exhibit

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:40:23 MST Rebecca Clark

Hundreds of North American butterflies can be seen in the Marshall Butterfly Pavilion at the Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix from March 6 through May 9.

Fact check on Mayor Gordon's State of the City speech

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 12:09:48 MST Jahna Berry and Scott Wong

It's common for a State of the City address to be filled with vision and optimism, but there were a few moments during Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon's speech where he appeared to stretch the truth.

Voters support Phoenix Union High School District override

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:42:39 MST Sadie Jo Smokey

Unofficial results show 56.4 percent of the voters approved the ballot measure that failed by fewer than 1,200 votes in November.

Sunny skies expected this weekend in Phoenix area

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:36:29 MST Kylie Gifford

Things should clear up after slight chance of rain Wednesday evening.

Free help available to AIMS takers

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST Ray Parker

Thousands of Arizona high-school students are still trying to pass AIMS in order to earn their diplomas. For most of them, their last shot this school year will be April 7.

Veterans share their stories

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 20:56:32 MST Ray Parker

Here are some of the wounded who are part of the group.

Little girl with spinal injury a big inspiration

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST Cathryn Creno

Mackenzie Saunders' startlingly quick recovery from a spinal cord injury has landed her an appearance on NBC's "Today Show."

String of winter storms a damper on Cactus League

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST Glen Creno and Jim Walsh

Cold, rainy days have played havoc with spring-training schedules since Sunday.

Nursing assistant accused of molesting patient, 14, at St. Luke's

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 10:33:51 MST Jessica Testa

Alleged abuse occurred during several contacts with the patient in her room.

Metro Phoenix Partnership for Arts and Culture calls it quits

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST Kerry Lengel

The Metro Phoenix Partnership for Arts and Culture is closing its doors after being forced to abandon its signature project, a voter initiative to impose a 1/10th-cent sales tax to provide dedicated funding for arts organizations.

Rapper DMX sent back to jail for violating probation

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 08:47:07 MST Melanie Kiser and Jessica Testa

Rapper DMX violated his probation by using drugs, Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio said.

Phoenix court fines Fisher Sand & Gravel Co.

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 18:10:55 MST Jahna Berry

A Phoenix judge fined a controversial firm nearly $82,000 for violations at a south Phoenix asphalt plant.

No more money in state trust fund that pays jobless benefits

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:52:50 MST Erin Zlomek

The state trust fund that pays for jobless benefits is expected to run dry this week, forcing Arizona to borrow money from the federal government until unemployment subsides.

Police: Chop shop found in Phoenix

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 21:40:15 MST Melanie Kiser

A Valley law enforcement task force uncovered an auto chop shop in a West Valley home lacking a garage or carport Tuesday evening, authorities said.

Cave Creek restaurants host Taste of the Foothills

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:07:53 MST Beth Duckett

Cave Creek-area restaurants will dish out culinary delights while raising money for the Foothills Caring Corps at the 10th annual Taste of the Foothills Celebration on March 11.

Mayor strikes combative tone in State of the City address

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:58:52 MST Scott Wong

Criticizes Congress, ''extremists'' state lawmakers and two City Council members.

Election Day activity in the Valley slow at the polls

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 14:03:52 MST Glen Creno

Turnout was slow at midday Tuesday for a string of elections across the Phoenix metro area.

Phoenix business first to close for hiring illegal worker

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST JJ Hensley

Sandwich shop will shut down for 2 days for knowingly hiring employee with forged identity.

Irish Parade, Faire gives all a chance to be green

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 12:32:14 MST Ivy Morris

The 27th annual Irish Parade and Faire, featuring step dancers and bagpipers, will take place in downtown Phoenix on March 13.

DiCiccio letter urges more openness on budget process

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 07:31:23 MST Scott Wong

Three-page message "pleading" for "more openness and transparency" in decision-making.