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The Pinal County Sheriff's Office is searching to Ismael Ortega Hernandez in connection with the shooting death of his wife.
Pinal County sheriff's deputies continue hunt for alleged killer
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Department is searching for a man who is a suspect in the shooting death of his wife. PCSO reports that at around 9 p.m., Monday Nov. 21, the department received a … more
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Pinal County records 1st pediatric flu death of season in Arizona
Pinal County this week reported the first pediatric flu death in Arizona for the 2022 season. “This tragic situation, unfortunately, reminds us that flu can cause serious illness and death,” … more
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The Central Arizona College 2022 Outstanding Alumni award recipient is Arizona Department of Public Safety Lt. Colonel Jenna Mitchell.
CAC recognizes outstanding alumni, athletic hall of fame inductee
Central Arizona College recognized this year’s Outstanding Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame awardees at the 2022 Vaquero Awards on Saturday, Nov. 19. Each year, CAC inducts outstanding … more
Sen. Kelly Townsend, a Republican whose district includes Apache Junction and Mesa, is seen here at a 2019 event. She has subpoenaed Maricopa County officials for information about the election.
East Valley senator requests Maricopa County general election information
PHOENIX — The head of the Senate Government Committee is demanding Maricopa County officials produce a laundry list of documents and records regarding the just completed general … more
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A proposed monument sign for The Havenly Scenic.
Developer withdraws housing proposal in Apache Junction
Keystone Homes has withdrawn its request for rezoning 14.1 acres for a 158-unit leased residential community tentatively known as The Havenly Scenic and financing has been dropped for the … more
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Domestic violence was reported at 4:56 p.m. Nov. 5 in the 6000 block of South Alameda Road.
Burglary, other incidents reported in Gold Canyon
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took the following reports of a burglary, theft and other incidents in Gold Canyon Nov. 1-5. Residential burglary, reported at 12 a.m Nov. 1 in the 4400 … more
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A sexual assault was reported at 9:55 a.m. Nov. 3 in the 1800 block of West 16th Avenue.
6 sex crimes reported in Apache Junction Nov. 1-5
The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of sexual assaults and offenses Nov. 1-5: Sexual offense— sexual abuse, reported at 5:41 p.m. Nov. 2 in the 1100 block of … more
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Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, breathing trouble, sore throat, muscle pain and loss of taste or smell. Most people develop only mild symptoms. But some people, usually those with other medical complications, develop more severe symptoms, including pneumonia.
204 coronavirus cases reported in a week in Apache Junction, Gold Canyon area
The Arizona Department of Health Services on Nov. 23 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Apache Junction, east Mesa, Gold Canyon and Queen Valley is 20,656 in ZIP codes 85118, 85119 and … more
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The Apache Junction Police Department’s current computer-aided dispatch and records management system needs updating and replacement due to the limited level of functionality offered by the current system and aging hardware and software, officials said. (
$1.6M tech upgrade approved for Apache Junction police dispatch, records
A five-year contract costing nearly $1.6 million has been approved for Apache Junction police computer-aided dispatch, records management and mobile field reporting software. The Apache Junction … more
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All government administrative offices will be closed on Nov. 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday, Dec. 26 for Christmas and Jan. 2, 2023, for New Year’s.
City of Apache Junction sets holiday schedule for holidays
The schedule of closures and schedules for city of Apache Junction facilities have been set for the upcoming Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s holiday weekends. All government … more
Theft of property was reported at 10:28 a.m. Oct. 31 in the 3100 block of South Jacaranda Court.
Theft, other incidents reported in Gold Canyon
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took the following reports of a theft and other incidents in Gold Canyon Oct. 25-31. Trespassing, reported at 9:21 a.m. Oct. 28 in the 9500 block of East … more
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A residential burglary was reported at 10:59 p.m. Oct. 25 in the 1000 block of East Osage Avenue.
3 thefts, a residential burglary in Apache Junction Oct. 25-31
The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of thefts and a residential burglary Oct. 25-31: Residential burglary, reported at 10:59 p.m. Oct. 25 in the 1000 block of East … more
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Common symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, breathing trouble, sore throat, muscle pain and loss of taste or smell. Most people develop only mild symptoms. But some people, usually those with other medical complications, develop more severe symptoms, including pneumonia.
Coronavirus cases reported in Apache Junction, Gold Canyon area
The Arizona Department of Health Services on Nov. 16 reported the number of coronavirus cases in Apache Junction, east Mesa, Gold Canyon and Queen Valley is 20,452 in ZIP codes 85118, 85119 and … more
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From left are Dena Kimble and Gail Ross.
Early results: Kimble, Ross leading in Apache Junction USD board election
Incumbent Dena Kimble and newcomer Gail Ross are leading in the election for two seats on the Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board, according to unofficial results posted by the … more
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One of the projects the sales tax is to fund is $65.2 million for a 4-mile extension of State Route 24 from Ironwood Drive to the North-South Corridor.
Sales tax for Pinal County roads failing in unofficial tally
A sales-tax increase to pay for Pinal County roads is failing 50.81% to 49.19% with 135,243 votes tallied, according to the Pinal County Elections Department website. The early unofficial results … more
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Dutchman Dog Park opened in 2022 at 247 E. Superstition Blvd. in Apache Junction and is to get security cameras that can be monitored by park rangers and police.
2 additional Apache Junction parks to get security cameras
After connectivity issues are addressed, security cameras are to be installed at Apache Junction’s two newest parks, a city commission was told recently. They are Flatiron Community Park, … more
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Apache Junction High School Junior RB Isaiah Savoie (No. 1) breaks loose for one of his four touchdown runs. Isaiah tallied 220 rushing yards on 17 carries and tied his AJHS record of 24 rushing touchdowns in the game.
Apache Junction Prospectors squeak out tough win against Benjamin Franklin on Senior Night
The Apache Junction Prospectors (6-3) played at home vs. the Benjamin Franklin Chargers (1-8) on Senior Night. The regular season came to a close for both teams on Thursday, Nov. 10. Coach Bruce … more
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Alexa Schimels and Claudia Walker of the East Valley Institute of Technology represented to school’s Criminal Justice program at EVIT’s 2022 Gourmet Fundraisng banquet on Nov. 9.
Glasses of O.J., funds raised for EVIT
MESA — “Give me a G! I need a G!” That was what Denny Brown said during the auction portion of the East Valley Institute of Technology Education Foundation Inc.’s 16th … more
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Work will entail the reconstruction of severely distressed pavement, road base and addition of bike lanes. The work will result in the full closure of Lost Dutchman, including its intersection with Idaho Road.
Lost Dutchman road closure Nov. 16-Dec. 2 for street paving
The city of Apache Junction will be repaving Lost Dutchman Boulevard from Ironwood Drive to Tomahawk Road from Nov. 16 to Dec. 2. Work will entail the reconstruction of severely distressed … more
Arizona gas prices are still some of the highest in the nation, but some East Valley areas are seeing declines. (AP Photo/Matt York)
Phoenix, East Valley gas costs dip
Gas prices in most of the East Valley dropped over the last week, but drivers filling up in Scottsdale saw an increase. East Valley prices are at an average $4.52 a gallon this week, down from … more
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Five candidates are vying for two Apache Junction Unified School District governing board seats.
Early results: Incumbent leading in Apache Junction USD board election
Incumbent Dena Kimble and newcomer Gail Ross are leading in the election for two seats on the Apache Junction Unified School District Governing Board, according to unofficial results posted by the … more
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One of the projects the sales tax is to fund is $65.2 million for a 4-mile extension of State Route 24 from Ironwood Drive to the North-South Corridor.
Sales tax for Pinal County roads failing in latest unofficial tally
With 109 of 109 precincts reporting, a sales-tax increase to pay for Pinal County roads is failing 50.95% to 49.05% with 117,103 votes tallied, according to the Pinal County Elections Department … more
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The annual Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. Friday along Apache Trail in Apache Junction.
City of Apache Junction sets holiday schedule for Veterans Day
The city of Apache Junction will close all administrative offices on Thursday, Nov. 10, in observation of Veterans Day. Emergency services through the police department will not be impacted by the … more
Theft of property from a motor vehicle was reported at 1:14 p.m. Oct. 23 in the 11200 block of East Cloudview Avenue.
Theft, other incidents reported in Gold Canyon
The Pinal County Sheriff’s Office took the following reports of a theft and other incidents in Gold Canyon Oct. 18-24. Disorderly conduct — suspicious activity, reported at 5:46 p.m. … more
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A commercial burglary was reported at 8:39 a.m. Oct. 23 in the 400 block of West Apache Trail.
2 thefts, 1 burglary in Apache Junction Oct. 18-24
The Apache Junction Police Department took the following reports of thefts and a burglary Oct. 18-24: Theft, reported at 12:41 p.m. Oct. 19 in the 500 block of North Idaho Road. Theft, reported … more
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