Taylor Johnson

Arizona

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Trio Sentenced For Gang-Related Child Murder and Drive-By Shootings

4 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

In a calculated response to a violent chapter of gang-affiliated tragedy, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office has sealed the fate of three young men linked to the senseless drive-by shooting that claimed the life of a child. According to a county statement, Alfred Gary, Freddy Patterson, and Charles Adams have been given substantial prison sentences for their roles in the deadly incident that occurred in Tempe last year.
Senator Mark Kelly Engages with Arizona Communities on Healthcare and

4 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Senator Mark Kelly took the time to listen and understand the concerns of Arizonans during a recent visit to the North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center in Phoenix. On a mission to gauge the potential impact of proposed Medicaid cuts, Kelly engaged with both the staff and the patients at the skilled nursing facility. The healthcare professionals highlighted the strain that cuts to hospital funding would likely impose on their ability to care for low-income seniors.
Mesa Approves $2.79 Billion Budget Emphasizing Public Safety and

5 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: Unsplash/ Giorgio TrovatoLast night saw Mesa City Council giving the green light to some hefty investments in public safety and essential services, with the approval of a sizeable $2.79 billion budget for the 2025/2026 fiscal year; this move flags a major leap in enhancing services for city residents.
Yuma Mother and Boyfriend Arrested, Suspected in the Death of Her

5 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Tragedy struck Yuma as a mother and her boyfriend were apprehended for their suspected involvement in the grim passing of her two-year-old son; officials have reported this with a solemn air of finality that hangs heavily over the community—the child's fate sealed not in the bosom of familial love, but in the silent clasp of mortality.
Residents Near Turf Paradise Raise Biohazard Concerns Over Manure

5 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: Google Street ViewAmid the raceday revelry and the promise of a "unique outdoor gated area with umbrella picnic tables in a casual atmosphere," at Turf Paradise, concerns remain prevalent among neighbors. The storied racetrack, a stalwart in the Valley of the Sun, now finds itself at the center of a less flattering narrative, one that speaks to inconvenience and ecological neglect rather than the thunder of hooves and the thrill of victory.
Suspected Shoplifters Critically Injured After Jumping Off I-10

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Two individuals sustained critical injuries after leaping off a freeway bridge in Goodyear, Arizona, following a presumed shoplifting incident and subsequent police pursuit. As reported by FOX 10 Phoenix, the harrowing events unfolded yesterday evening when Goodyear Police responded to a call around 5:30 p.m. regarding shoplifting at the junction of Dysart and McDowell roads. Sgt.
Arizona DCS Ends Contracts with 16 Group Home Providers, Impacting 200

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: Arizona Department of Child SafetyThe Arizona Department of Child Safety (DCS) has recently chosen not to renew contracts with 16 group home providers, affecting approximately 200 children in the state's foster care system, as reported by Arizona's Family. These decisions come alongside serious allegations of mistreatment by one of the providers, We Care Homes, which were brought to light by an ABC15 Investigators report.
Jacob Meisner Rejects Plea Deal in Preston Lord Murder Case, Risks

6 days ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: FBIAs the Preston Lord murder case unfolds, the legal future of 18-year-old defendant Jacob Meisner remains uncertain after he declined a plea deal offered by the state. Meisner, one of the seven individuals accused of participating in the events leading to the East Valley teen's death, faces first-degree murder, kidnapping, and aggravated robbery charges.
Maricopa County Faces 3% Rise in Homelessness, Unsheltered Population

1 week ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: Unsplash / {Nathan Dumlao}The plight of homelessness in Maricopa County has shown a distressing uptick, with recent figures indicating a rise in the number of individuals living without shelter. According to the 2025 Point in Time count, carried out by volunteers earlier in the year, as reported by ABC15, there were 9,734 individuals counted as experiencing homelessness in Maricopa County on January 28, 2025.
ACC Chair Thompson Warns of $2 Billion Cost to Reopen Cholla Coal

1 week ago | hoodline.com | Taylor Johnson

Source: Arizona Corporation CommissionArizona Corporation Commission Chair Kevin Thompson has made it clear that any effort to resurrect the shuttered Cholla Power Plant would impose nearly $2 billion in costs on ratepayers. In a statement obtained by AZCC, Chair Thompson emphasized the complexity of managing electrical systems and criticized the financial imprudence of such calls from state officials.