Phoenix police: College shooter was punched first The most seriously wounded of three people shot in a community-college computer lab had punched the gunman, an old enemy, in the face before he opened fire, police said Friday.
Architects pitch ideas for AZ Capitol complex Parts of the Arizona Capitol complex and surrounding parts of Phoenix would get a makeover in the years leading up to the state's centennial in 2012, with bigger changes envisioned in the eight years after that.
AZ lawmaker resigns in wake of assault arrest A state lawmaker who was arrested on the final day of the legislative session after a domestic dispute with his wife has resigned from office.
Blue Jackets sign LW Mike York The Columbus Blue Jackets have added left wing Mike York to the team's fast-changing roster.
Republic CEO mum on Waste Management takeover bid The chief executive of Republic Services Inc. refused Friday to discuss Waste Management Inc.'s attempt to buy shares of his company as part of a takeover bid.
Allies of Phoenix mayor fight recall effort It's a political oddity: a TV commercial extolling the public safety record of a sitting mayor, except the spot isn't soliciting votes and the politician's name isn't scheduled to appear on the November ballot.
Reputed mobster Frank 'The German' Schweihs dies Frank "The German" Schweihs, reputedly one of Chicago's most feared mob enforcers, has died while awaiting trial on charges he took part in a conspiracy that included numerous organized crime murders.