Wren Smetana

3 weeks ago | azcentral.com | Rey Covarrubias Jr. |Wren Smetana

A Chihuahua named Murphy was bitten by a rattlesnake in his Gold Canyon backyard and successfully treated with antivenom at a Gilbert animal hospital. Dogs are particularly vulnerable to rattlesnake bites due to their curiosity, and immediate medical attention is crucial if bitten. Pet owners should take precautions such as using short leashes and avoiding snake-prone areas to prevent bites.

3 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Rey Covarrubias Jr. |Wren Smetana

Veterinarians warned rattlesnakes and dogs shouldn't be friends after an incident sent a Chihuahua to a Gilbert hospital. Twelve-year-old Murphy was bitten by a venomous rattlesnake in April 2025, according to Arizona Veterinary Emergency & Critical Care Center in Gilbert. Murphy was enjoying some outside time in his Gold Canyon backyard when his owner realized a rattlesnake had bitten the dog on the right side of his face.

3 weeks ago | azcentral.com | Stacey Barchenger |Wren Smetana

A flash flood warning was issued for the Supai area of northern Arizona following heavy rainfall. Hikers were reported to be stranded near Havasu Creek, prompting warnings for campers to seek higher ground. While tourists were accounted for, the extent of the damage remained unclear. A flash flood warning was issued for Supai and the nearby area after heavy rain pelted northern Arizona. The National Weather Service issued a flood warning just before 5 p.m. June 3.

1 month ago | azcentral.com | Wren Smetana

Shannon Lee Smith was sentenced to almost 9 years in prison after she pleaded guilty to stealing another woman's identity to receive medical care.

1 month ago | azcentral.com | Ray Stern |Wren Smetana

The Arizona Department of Transportation has announced some ramp closures, each for about two months, along the West Valley's Loop 101 as part of a Loop 101 widening project between 75th Avenue and Interstate 17. Those closures include:Westbound Loop 101 on-ramp at 35th Avenue that started May 13. Westbound Loop 101 off-ramp at 51st Avenue and eastbound Loop 101 at 59th Avenue that will start May 20. Eastbound Loop 101 off-ramp at 51st Avenue that will start May 27.