I-10 Stop Yields 40.5 Pounds Cocaine

A traffic stop on Interstate 10 near Milepost 200 in Casa Grande led to a significant drug seizure. A trooper from the Southern Canine District assisted a Highway Patrol state trooper after the vehicle was pulled over for a traffic violation. During the stop, officers observed indicators of criminal activity and conducted a consent search. The canine trooper found 40.5 pounds of cocaine hidden in a compartment in the vehicle’s center console. Narcotics detectives assisted with the investigation.

Jan 22, 2026 at 7:13 PM Police

Maricopa Chamber Extends Presidents’ Day Message

Maricopa Chamber of Commerce released a Presidents’ Day message from the Greater Maricopa Business Alliance praising presidents’ leadership, urging dedication to community and service and a productive week, and closing with the motto “Building Business. Building Impact. Building Community.”

Feb 16, 2026 at 11:12 AM

Maricopa groups issue Valentine's Day message to community

Maricopa’s Greater Maricopa Business Alliance and the Maricopa Chamber of Commerce issued a Valentine’s Day message thanking local businesses, families and leaders and urging support, collaboration and kindness to strengthen the western Pinal County community.

Feb 14, 2026 at 12:34 PM

Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway reopened after vehicle-pedestrian crash

The Maricopa-Casa Grande Highway reopened at 6 a.m. today after investigators closed the roadway in both directions between Porter Road and White & Parker Road following a serious vehicle-pedestrian crash, with the Pinal County Vehicular Crimes Unit assisting the investigation and updates to follow.

Feb 12, 2026 at 11:58 PM Police

Maricopa business alliance to host awards night Feb. 28

MARICOPA, Ariz. — The Greater Maricopa Business Alliance will host its annual awards night Feb. 28 at Global Water Resources in Maricopa, with a 6 to 10 p.m. program and a VIP hour from 5 to 6 p.m. that will include trivia, a photo booth, an auction and awards, and sponsors including SRP, Orbitel Communications, Kramer Media, Casa Grande Valley Newspapers Inc., Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sun Corridor, Roof Geeks, Adobe Blinds and More, and PinalCentral; registration is available online.

Feb 11, 2026 at 7:40 PM

Traveling Museum Celebrates U.S. 250th Anniversary

Traveling Museum visits commemorate U.S. 250th anniversary in Florence and Casa Grande.

Feb 7, 2026 at 8:16 AM Politics

Maricopa Highway: Road Rage Escalates to Gunfire Incident

Road rage incident injured two; highway temporarily closed then reopened.

Jan 3, 2026 at 10:16 PM Police

I-10 Riggs Road Bridge Closed for Repairs

I-10 disruption: Riggs Road bridge closed Dec 12–15 for repairs.

Dec 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM Police

APS to Sponsor Eight Arizona Holiday Events

APS hosts eight diverse holiday events across Southern Arizona this season.

Nov 28, 2025 at 3:01 PM Utility

Maricopa Hosts 6th Annual Holiday Toy Drive

Maricopa hosts toy drive with festive activities, market, and live entertainment.

Nov 22, 2025 at 9:14 PM Politics