Phoenix News

Frances and Smeeks owner Georganne Bryant announced via e-mail that she'll close both stores' UNION Biltmore locations at the end of 2013.

So you can stay ahead of the news, here's a quick look at some of the stories ABC15 will be keeping an eye on Wednesday, December 11. TEMPE MURDERS RE-TRIAL Alex Garcia may take the stand Wednesday in the second re-trial of Johnathan Doody, accused of killing nine people at a Buddhist temple in 1991.

A chilly night did not stop the crowds from forming in Frances' parking lot to scope out the annual Crafeteria, which was larger than ever this year thanks to a variety of vendors, cookie samples, and two food trucks set up by Short Leash Hot Dogs.

A former Arizona detective under fire for wrongdoing and whose testimony was the crux of a conviction against a woman recently released from death row in the 1989 killing of her 4-year-old son won't face federal charges himself, authorities said Tuesday.

A couple called 911 after they didn't receive hash browns with their breakfast order at a Mesa fast-food restaurant.

GLENDALE, Ariz. Glendale police have arrested a suspect in the shooting of a Circle K security guard.

PHOENIX Phoenix police are trying to locate the suspect in a fatal stabbing. Police were called to a residence in the area of Maryland and 35th avenues at around 12:45 a.m. Tuesday for a report of a cutting, according to Officer James Holmes.

Phoenix Afrobeat Orchestra really packed the people in to the partitioned Crescent Ballroom on Sunday night having easily more than 200 people arrive ready to dance for their fifth show ever, and their first since June.

Looking for vintage Mexican home goods? How about industrial furniture for your loft? Maybe some vintage denim to round out your wardrobe? Whatever it is you're looking for in the vintage realm, we've spent the past year scouring Phoenix to find it.

Singapore defense officials visiting Luke Air Force Base will get a look at a type of U.S.-built fighters that the Asian nation may purchase.

Monday Morning Musings: Western Canada week - Five For Howling A look back at an interesting week in Coyotes hockey with thoughts and observations from Managing Editor Jaime Eisner.

Servers and bartenders across the country have been receiving massive tips from a mystery source known only by the Instagram handle @tipsforjesus .

Sandra moved from the small border city of Yuma, Arizona to study Broadcast Journalism at Arizona State University in the late 90s.

Whether they were adding a bit of flair to an old favorite, taking the scene by storm, or continuing their march to the top, 2013 was a big year for Valley musicians under 21. Here's 10 of our favorites who spent most of 2013 in the all-ages sections of their own shows.

Aydin Immortal is rock and roll and Wolvves is more fun than any other band in Phoenix.

Just in time for the holidays, restaurant dining guide Zagat has released their "Best Of" list for the Phoenix/Scottsdale area .

The major award in the Phoenix area for business excellence is the IMPACT Award, presented once a year to businesses with under 250 employees and businesses with over 250 employees.

The group announced dates for the second leg of their North American trek, which kicks off on March 19 at the Ak-Chin Pavilion in Phoenix, AZ.

The City of Phoenix is forming a new special task force to deal with the expected rise in prostitution when the Valley hosts the National Football League Super Bowl in February 2015.

The time has come to strap into those ice skates and wobble your way out onto the ice.