Breaking NewsIt comes after the department released graphic body camera footage from the night Ryan Whitaker was killed back on May 21.4:50 PM MST July 16, 2020PHOENIX — The family of an Ahwatukee man shot and killed by a Phoenix Police officer is calling for that officer to be fired.It comes after the department graphic body camera footage from the night Ryan Whitaker was killed back on May 21.The family stood outside Phoenix City Hall on Thursday carrying signs bearing Whitaker’s face asking for change.“Where is the accountability? Where is the justice?” Steven Whitaker, Ryan’s brother,...…Breaking NewsIt comes after the department released graphic body camera footage from the night Ryan Whitaker was killed back on May 21.4:50 PM MST July 16, 2020PHOENIX — The family of an Ahwatukee man shot and killed by a Phoenix Police officer is calling for that officer to be fired.It comes after the department graphic body camera footage from the night Ryan Whitaker was killed back on May 21.The family stood outside Phoenix City Hall on Thursday carrying signs bearing Whitaker’s face asking for change.“Where is the accountability? Where is the justice?” Steven Whitaker, Ryan’s brother,...WW…

Breaking NewsCourt documents say prosecutors believe Incito Schools and April Black stole more than $25,000 by forging paystubs.6:30 PM MST February 9, 2021PHOENIX — The Arizona Attorney General’s Office filed criminal charges against a Valley charter school and its executive director.Court documents say prosecutors believe Incito Schools and April Black stole more than $25,000 from the Maricopa County Superintendent’s Office. Former teachers tell 12 News they forged teacher's paystubs at the school.On Incito Schools' website, Black is listed as the executive director for the charter...…Breaking NewsCourt documents say prosecutors believe Incito Schools and April Black stole more than $25,000 by forging paystubs.6:30 PM MST February 9, 2021PHOENIX — The Arizona Attorney General’s Office filed criminal charges against a Valley charter school and its executive director.Court documents say prosecutors believe Incito Schools and April Black stole more than $25,000 from the Maricopa County Superintendent’s Office. Former teachers tell 12 News they forged teacher's paystubs at the school.On Incito Schools' website, Black is listed as the executive director for the charter...WW…

Breaking NewsIf you’re looking to buy or sell a home in the Valley, do your homework.2:41 PM MST February 20, 2021PHOENIX —The median error rate of the Zestimate for on-market homes in Phoenix is 1.3%, Zillow spokesperson said in an email to 12 News. The company also clarified that Zestimates are supposed to act as the beginning of the home buyer's ezperience."The Zestimate is not an official appraisal, but rather a jumping off point in determining a home’s value and in starting valuable conversations between homeowners, buyers, sellers and real estate professionals," the spokesperson...…Breaking NewsIf you’re looking to buy or sell a home in the Valley, do your homework.2:41 PM MST February 20, 2021PHOENIX —The median error rate of the Zestimate for on-market homes in Phoenix is 1.3%, Zillow spokesperson said in an email to 12 News. The company also clarified that Zestimates are supposed to act as the beginning of the home buyer's ezperience."The Zestimate is not an official appraisal, but rather a jumping off point in determining a home’s value and in starting valuable conversations between homeowners, buyers, sellers and real estate professionals," the spokesperson...WW…

Breaking NewsMaricopa County is expected to certify results Friday. It’s unclear whether the party plans to appeal the decision.3:39 PM MST November 19, 2020PHOENIX — A judge has rejected the Arizona Republican Party’s bid to postpone the certification of election results in Maricopa County and dismissed its legal challenge that sought a new audit of a sampling of ballots. Judge John Hanna issued the ruling Thursday with little explanation.Maricopa County is expected to certify results Friday. It’s unclear whether the party plans to appeal the decision. While the GOP said its...…Breaking NewsMaricopa County is expected to certify results Friday. It’s unclear whether the party plans to appeal the decision.3:39 PM MST November 19, 2020PHOENIX — A judge has rejected the Arizona Republican Party’s bid to postpone the certification of election results in Maricopa County and dismissed its legal challenge that sought a new audit of a sampling of ballots. Judge John Hanna issued the ruling Thursday with little explanation.Maricopa County is expected to certify results Friday. It’s unclear whether the party plans to appeal the decision. While the GOP said its...WW…

Breaking NewsPeople say Cox Communications is charging more, providing slower service. Cox exec says company network holding up well during pandemic.9:34 PM MST August 19, 2020PHOENIX — Families struggling to work from home and learn from home have said the Valley’s major internet provider is making their job harder. Cox Communications customers said they’re being saddled with higher bills and slower speeds.“I just know that my family is struggling already,” said Erin Jenkins, a special-education teacher. “I don't have a classroom, so even when I'm only working with one student, I...…Breaking NewsPeople say Cox Communications is charging more, providing slower service. Cox exec says company network holding up well during pandemic.9:34 PM MST August 19, 2020PHOENIX — Families struggling to work from home and learn from home have said the Valley’s major internet provider is making their job harder. Cox Communications customers said they’re being saddled with higher bills and slower speeds.“I just know that my family is struggling already,” said Erin Jenkins, a special-education teacher. “I don't have a classroom, so even when I'm only working with one student, I...WW…

Breaking NewsIt looked like the Cardinals were going down as time was expiring, but Kyler Murray threw it up to DeAndre Hopkins for the Hail Mary touchdown.Credit: APArizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, center, scores a rushing touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)5:34 PM MST November 15, 2020GLENDALE, Ariz. — Are you kidding?For the second straight week, it looked like the Cardinals were about to drop a game at home that they shouldn't have. The Buffalo Bills, down...…Breaking NewsIt looked like the Cardinals were going down as time was expiring, but Kyler Murray threw it up to DeAndre Hopkins for the Hail Mary touchdown.Credit: APArizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray, center, scores a rushing touchdown against the Buffalo Bills during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)5:34 PM MST November 15, 2020GLENDALE, Ariz. — Are you kidding?For the second straight week, it looked like the Cardinals were about to drop a game at home that they shouldn't have. The Buffalo Bills, down...WW…

Breaking NewsThe thick-billed parrot hasn't been seen in the state since 1938.4:26 PM MST October 12, 2020PHOENIX — The thick-billed parrot, once native to Arizona, hasn’t been seen in the state since 1938. Wildlife researchers in Arizona are working with counterparts in northern Mexico to reintroduce the bird to the state's wild.The thick-billed parrot, a colorful and vocal bird, used to make the Chiricahua Mountains in southern Arizona home, where they would breed and raise their young.“They like to occupy areas that are high elevation forests like the Chiricahuas. So, they kind of...…Breaking NewsThe thick-billed parrot hasn't been seen in the state since 1938.4:26 PM MST October 12, 2020PHOENIX — The thick-billed parrot, once native to Arizona, hasn’t been seen in the state since 1938. Wildlife researchers in Arizona are working with counterparts in northern Mexico to reintroduce the bird to the state's wild.The thick-billed parrot, a colorful and vocal bird, used to make the Chiricahua Mountains in southern Arizona home, where they would breed and raise their young.“They like to occupy areas that are high elevation forests like the Chiricahuas. So, they kind of...WW…

Breaking NewsUsers can file a report, get addresses to precincts, use the crime map and even customize their experience.10:43 PM MST January 10, 2021PHOENIX — The Phoenix Police Department has a new app. It aims at making people’s lives easier and safer.Previously, people in contact with Phoenix police had to peruse multiple sources for answers. Now, there’s a single app for that.“We made it a one-stop-shop for everything you want to know about the Phoenix Department with a few extras in there that just hopefully will make people’s lives easier,” said Ann Justus, a sergeant with the Phoenix...…Breaking NewsUsers can file a report, get addresses to precincts, use the crime map and even customize their experience.10:43 PM MST January 10, 2021PHOENIX — The Phoenix Police Department has a new app. It aims at making people’s lives easier and safer.Previously, people in contact with Phoenix police had to peruse multiple sources for answers. Now, there’s a single app for that.“We made it a one-stop-shop for everything you want to know about the Phoenix Department with a few extras in there that just hopefully will make people’s lives easier,” said Ann Justus, a sergeant with the Phoenix...WW…

Breaking NewsThe Arizona Department of Transportation said a text telling people their driver's license needs to be updated is a scam and warned people not to click it.9:49 AM MST January 27, 2021PHOENIX — Check your phone. Do you have a text from the Arizona Department of Transportation that says your driver's license needs to be updated?Do not click on it. The department put out a warning Wednesday that says the text is a scam and is not real.In an email, the department said many Arizonans reported the scam. The department said it is a "phony attempt to get people to hand over...…Breaking NewsThe Arizona Department of Transportation said a text telling people their driver's license needs to be updated is a scam and warned people not to click it.9:49 AM MST January 27, 2021PHOENIX — Check your phone. Do you have a text from the Arizona Department of Transportation that says your driver's license needs to be updated?Do not click on it. The department put out a warning Wednesday that says the text is a scam and is not real.In an email, the department said many Arizonans reported the scam. The department said it is a "phony attempt to get people to hand over...WW…

Breaking NewsRepublican John Fillmore compared trans and non-binary kids to chickens. His bill limits state agencies to issue documents with only male and female genders options.8:23 PM MST February 11, 2021PHOENIX — Credit: Megan Mogan Tweet             Credit: 12 News  The claim of sexual predators taking advantage of laws and policies covering transgender or non-binary people to attack women and children in bathrooms has been and there is no evidence they lead to attacks in public facilities. "What we...…Breaking NewsRepublican John Fillmore compared trans and non-binary kids to chickens. His bill limits state agencies to issue documents with only male and female genders options.8:23 PM MST February 11, 2021PHOENIX — Credit: Megan Mogan Tweet             Credit: 12 News  The claim of sexual predators taking advantage of laws and policies covering transgender or non-binary people to attack women and children in bathrooms has been and there is no evidence they lead to attacks in public facilities. "What we...WW…