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Ex-Phoenix Detective Forfeits Police Certification

TL/DR - Former Phoenix homicide detective Jennifer DiPonzio has forfeited her license to be a police officer in Arizona after ABC15 highlighted repeated mistakes in her evidence handling. Her errors, which included failing to properly document, impound, and handle various types of evidence, impacted at least 37 active court cases and 61 police…

15-year Prison Verdict for Chandler Mall Gunman

TL/DR - Nathaniel Anthony Vensor, who was accused of shooting in the Chandler Fashion Center Mall parking lot, has been sentenced to 15 years in prison. During the incident, Vensor fired 30 rounds from an illegally modified AR-15-like gun, causing the mall to go into lockdown and sparking community-wide panic. Vensor, who also had a violent…

Indigenous Peoples’ Day PHX Fest Showcases Skateboarding Contest

TL/DR - The Indigenous People's Day PHX Festival, hosted by Cahokia PHX, recently took place in Phoenix and featured a free skateboarding competition, art exhibits, live music, and local food markets, among other activities. The event was organized with the intention to honor the history and contributions of indigenous peoples and provide a…

Casago Expands Scottsdale Presence Twofold in 2 Years

TL/DR - Casago, a vacation rental property management company, has extended its reach across the United States and Mexico, more than doubling its territories in the past two years. The company currently has partner operations in 51 destinations and manages over 7,000 privately owned homes and units. Casago runs a successful franchise model in the…