Scottsdale Streets Reopened After Friday Night Flooding
Scottsdale reopened streets that were closed due to flash flooding caused by heavy Friday night storms.
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16 storiesnewest firstlatest November 1, 2026
Woman Hospitalized After Scottsdale House Fire Likely Caused by Lightning
A residential fire in Scottsdale on Oct. 30 injured a woman, who was subsequently hospitalized. Firefighters say lightning likely started the blaze and closed part of Shea Boulevard during the response.
Two Men Sentenced to Life for Scottsdale Barber Murder Plot
Two men received life terms in 2026 for a 2022 murder‑for‑hire plot against a mobile barber in Scottsdale.
Bike Officer Struck by Wrong‑Way Driver in Old Town, Driver Arrested
A Scottsdale police bike officer was struck by a wrong‑way driver in Old Town early Saturday; the driver fled but was subsequently arrested.
Man arrested in Scottsdale for Stanley cup thefts
Scottsdale police detained an unidentified man on Oct. 21, 2026 for involvement in at least 18 Stanley cup thefts.
Hunkapi Farms Starts Free Horse Therapy for Scottsdale First Responders
Hunkapi Farms launched a free six‑week horse‑based therapy program in Scottsdale to help first responders cope with job‑related stress.
Woman Rescued After Cactus Hits Head on Scottsdale Trail
A hiker was hit in the head by a cactus on Bell Pass Trail Saturday and was rescued, highlighting the trail’s history of cactus‑related injuries.
Scottsdale Begins Well Conversion to Boost Drinking Water
Scottsdale has begun converting a well near a Superfund site to boost groundwater capacity and reinforce its drinking water supply, part of a plan to meet future water needs.
Scottsdale School Board Approves Closure of Two Schools
The board voted narrowly to close Copper Ridge K‑8 and Laguna Prep by the 2027‑2028 school year, affecting roughly 900 students due to falling enrollment.
Chef Christopher Collins Closes Scottsdale Restaurant
Chef Christopher Collins shut down his Scottsdale eatery after two years, ending his second attempt at the concept.
Scottsdale Residents Appeal to Overturn Voter Ban on Axon Project
Scottsdale residents and a taxpayer group have appealed to Arizona courts to strike down a law that blocks voter input on Axon’s development project, arguing it is unconstitutional.
Scottsdale Police Investigate Submerged Car Linked to 2015 Case
Police are investigating human remains found in a submerged car tied to a 2015 missing persons case.
Human Remains Found in Submerged Car at Scottsdale Lake
In August 2026, a helicopter patrol found a submerged car containing human remains in Scottsdale Lake, Arizona. Law enforcement has taken the vehicle and remains for investigation, with details pending further forensic analysis.
Chef Matt Carter to Open All-Day Restaurant in Scottsdale This Fall
Chef Matt Carter will open an all‑day restaurant in Scottsdale this fall, adding a continuous‑service dining option to the city’s food scene. The new venue follows his history of successful restaurants and aims to serve breakfast, lunch and dinner for locals and visitors alike.
Parents Ask Scottsdale Schools to Minimize Closure Impact
Parents of Scottsdale Unified schools met with district leaders on September 22, 2026, urging that any closure of Copper Ridge and Laguna Prep be handled to affect the fewest students possible. The district is reviewing the closures and will consider mitigation strategies.
Scottsdale Parents Meet District Leaders on School Closure Plans
Scottsdale Unified School District will meet with parents on September 22 to discuss proposed school closures and repurposing, gathering input before a board vote scheduled in two weeks.
