Here are the top stories for Friday, Jan. 2, 2026.

GOODYEAR, Ariz. — Police say three suspects caught on surveillance video breaking into a West Valley smoke shop and stealing ...

Houston Cougars basketball opens Big 12 play vs. Cincinnati. Preview, key matchups, and analysis for the Cougars’ conference opener.

The helicopter crash was reported in the mountains surrounding the community of Superior, located in Pinal County. The pilot and three passengers died.

SMU beats Arizona in the Holiday Bowl, ending a bowl game losing streak. Get postgame reactions, player analysis, and SMU defense insights.

Phoenix Suns defeat Sacramento Kings 129-102. Devin Booker leads with 33 points. Analysis of team strengths, weaknesses, and upcoming Thunder matchup.

Jamal Murray shines as injury-hit Denver Nuggets narrowly lose to the Cavaliers. Key takeaways, Jokic injury updates, and rising player performances discussed.

Louisville Cardinals football and basketball updates: transfer portal quarterback targets, key defensive roster moves, and reaction to Stanford loss.

Glendale police said the crash near Grand Avenue and Bethany Home Road involved four cars and one driver is being checked for ...

Mesa police responded to a crash involving a golf cart and a pedestrian on Friday evening. Here's what we know.

UCF Knights launch a high-stakes quarterback hunt as the transfer portal opens, raising the question: can Scott Frost land the game-changer needed to ignite a Big 12 ...

Oregon DB Daylen Austin is reportedly going to enter the transfer portal, now open for 10 days starting January 2nd. The move could impact the Indiana matchup.