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View Venus Transit Across The Sun To sunset at The Prescott Public Library

Join us on Tuesday, June 5 to sunset on the Library Lawn at the Prescott Public Library for viewing this event. This transit is where Venus travels in front of the sun and is...

Men arrested after allegedly beating, kicking 15-year-old girl at Granite Creek Park

A 15-year-old is girl recovering from a head injury after an incident Tuesday in a wooded area of Granite Creek Park.

Regional economic development effort pushes for quad-city support

PRESCOTT - Local governments remain split this spring over support for a regional economic development effort that would pool quad-city resources to work on attracting new...

Auto inspections save drivers from dangerous road trip breakdowns

As the summer heat intensifies, the Arizona Department of Public Safety urges drivers to make sure their vehicles are roadworthy before heading out on a trip.

ADOT schedules overnight work on I-17 next week

Lane closures will be necessary when the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) shifts traffic on the northbound Interstate 17 at Cordes Junction onto the new bridge over...

Break in line caused gas leak in Prescott Thursday

A major gas leak in downtown Prescott shortly after 9:30 a.m. Thursday led to evacuations and blocked roads as investigators determined the cause, said Prescott Firefighter Conrad...

YC holds meeting on raising property taxes

Yavapai County Community College District will hold a public hearing about its proposal to raise primary property taxes by 2 percent 1 p.m. Tuesday, June 5, at the Rock House,...

Man arrested for small fire in Kaibab National Forest

A man has been arrested for allegedly starting a fire in a northern Arizona forest by walking away from a campfire and violating federal restrictions.

Homeowner says raking caused fire

Central Yavapai firefighters put out a brush fire Thursday morning in the front yard of a Williamson Valley home.

Gas prices: June 2

EDITOR'S NOTE: Prices at the pump are according to www.arizonagasprices.com. Prices fluctuate; these price checks are as of yesterday afternoon.

"Faces of Caring" Contest Winner

"Faces Of Caring" Contest Winner At Yavapai College In Honor Of Nurses Week

Bill's Newscast: Congratulations to Retiring Bruce Martinez

Congratulations to Bruce Martinez!

New Mexico fire haze reaches Prescott area as city sets heat record

The haze should start clearing up this weekend as westerlies strengthen.

Update: Greyhawk Fire in Sweet Acres

Further details on last night's fire.

Lawyers for alleged Hell's Angels accused in Chino Valley shootout want case thrown out

Attorneys for seven men accused in a shootout between rival motorcycle gangs in 2010 argued on Thursday that the charges should be thrown out because, they claim, a deputy county...

Man arrested after allegedly hitting bar employee with SUV following argument

Prescott Valley police booked Tony John Taylor, 47, of Prescott Valley into the Yavapai County jail Saturday on charges including aggravated assault after several witnesses told...

House Fire in Sweet Acres

A fire in the heavily wooded area of Sweet Acres was contained to one structure.

Breaking News: Fire destroys Prescott-area home

PRESCOTT - Fire destroyed a home along the southern edge of Prescott Thursday evening, and firefighters spent much of the night dousing it so embers don't ignite a wildfire...

Haus party: Route 66 restaurant celebrates newfound fame with German Fest Saturday

Lilo Russell became somewhat famous in Germany this year, even though she hasn't lived there for a half-century.

Lawyers for alleged Hell's Angels accused in Chino Valley shootout want case thrown out

PRESCOTT - Attorneys for seven men accused in a shootout between rival motorcycle gangs in 2010 argued on Thursday that the charges should be thrown out because, they claim, a...

Kidd announces retirement from city attorney post

PRESCOTT - Prescott City Attorney Gary Kidd, who has worked for the City of Prescott for eight years, announced his retirement Thursday, effective July 6.

ADOT, Prescott discuss realignment of Highway 89 and Willow Creek Road

PRESCOTT - City of Prescott concerns about the future configuration of Highway 89 near its intersection with Willow Creek Road could affect the Arizona Department of...

Recent scams target local businesses, customers, individuals

Prescott police urge residents and businesses to be alert to recent scams including gift card fraud, cash back at the register, and malicious files uploaded to computer servers.

Prescott Doll Show and Sale is Sunday at Hassayampa Inn

The second annual Prescott Doll Show and Sale will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Hassayampa Inn.

Alta Vista garden tour is June 9

Alta Vista Garden Club is presenting its biennial garden tour on Saturday, June 9, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Ticket holders will enjoy creative blends of perennials, annuals, native...

YBBBS Child of the Week: Jesse

School's out for summer! What a great time to become a Big Brother, Big Sister or Family Match!

ADOT paving section of I-17 near Sedona turnoff

The final work to repave a six-mile segment of northbound Interstate 17 north of Highway 179 near the Sedona turnoff will begin this morning.

Man arrested after allegedly hitting bar employee with SUV following argument

Witnesses told police that when the victim stood in front of Tony John Taylor's red Suburban, Taylor accelerated.

Man caught with tip jar at courthouse plaza concert cited for theft

A Prescott man who allegedly stole a tip jar Sunday during a concert on the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza was cited and released on a charge of misdemeanor theft.

Gladiator fire containment lines continue to rise

Containment lines continued to rise Thursday on the Gladiator fire near Crown King.

Gas Prices: June 1

EDITOR'S NOTE: Prices at the pump are according to www.arizonagasprices.com. Prices fluctuate; these price checks are as of yesterday afternoon.

Free fishing on first two Saturdays in June

The State of Arizona is offering free fishing days during the next two Saturdays, June 2 and June 9, to celebrate National Fishing and Boating Week.

Bill's Newscast: Donation for Fight Against Breast Cancer

Breast cancer donation, repaving work and special event sponsorship packets due soon.

Law Enforcement Partners With Business Owners To Prevent Sale of Synthetic Drugs

Law Enforcement and Business Owners Ally to Stamp out Synthetic Drug Sales

Prescott City Attorney Kidd Announces Retirement

Prescott City Attorney Gary Kidd announces his retirement.

Breaking news: Prescott City Attorney to retire

Gary Kidd has worked for the city since 2004.

Salvation Army Evacuated

Breaking News!

Suspect to face death penalty in Prescott Valley double murder/arson case

Kenneth Wayne Thompson, accused of murdering two people in a Prescott Valley home and then setting it on fire, will face the death penalty when his case goes to trial.

Petition Filing Deadline Comes and Goes

Now we know who will be on the ballot.

Art in June at Prescott Public Library

from:Prescott Public Library

Prescott, AZ---Prescott Art Docents are back to present their 17th Annual "Art in June" series. Each Monday in June at 10:30, the Art Docents will introduce another...

3 incumbents seeking two House seats in LD1; five seek CD4 job

It looks like three Republican incumbents will be competing for two Arizona House of Representatives seats in the newly drawn Legislative District 1.

Suspect to face death penalty in Prescott Valley double murder/arson case

The victims were found dead with head trauma in a burned-out home.

Gladiator Fire containment lines increase

Containment lines continued their steady increase Wednesday on the Gladiator Fire south of Prescott.

Board of Supervisors hopefuls file petitions

Twenty-one people seeking seats on the Yavapai County Board of Supervisors filed nominating petitions as of Wednesday's 5 p.m. deadline.

Good old-fashioned fun: Folk Arts Fair to recreate settings, pastimes, foods of 1800s Prescott

Tatting. Cornhusk dolls. Tinsmithing. Basket-weaving. Sheep-shearing. Cloth-making and dying. Vintage military hardware. Exploratorium for kids. Candle-dipping. Panning for gold....

Summer Concert Series kicks off at courthouse plaza Friday

Friday evening will mark the start of the City of Prescott 's annual Summer Concert Series at the Yavapai County Courthouse Plaza in downtown Prescott.

Felon caught in Yavapai Silent Witness' latest Catch 22 program

The 30th phase of Yavapai Silent Witness' Catch 22 program recently ended with the arrest of a featured felon and one caller earning a $500 cash reward, said Steve Skurja,...

Brewer loses bid to dismiss immigration law case

A judge has rejected a request by Gov. Jan Brewer to partially dismiss one of three remaining legal challenges to the state's 2010 immigration law.

Fetch Foundation donates lifesaving equipment for pets to the Williamson Valley Fire District

The Fetch Foundation presented the Williamson Valley Fire District with a FIDO bag Sunday, then demonstrated on FEMA rescue dogs how items inside the bag can help animals injured...

2 weekend blazes keep firefighters busy

A sprinkler system at a two-story apartment complex in Prescott put out a fire in a kitchen Monday afternoon, preventing damage to other units in the building, said Prescott Fire...

ADOT plans I-17 closure in north Phoenix Friday

Drivers on northbound Interstate 17 in north Phoenix should plan for an 18-mile detour Friday night, while crews work on a new pedestrian bridge near Jomax Road.

Gas prices: May 31

EDITOR'S NOTE: Prices at the pump are according to www.arizonagasprices.com. Prices fluctuate; these price checks are as of yesterday afternoon.

Court of Appeals orders DeMocker to turn over documents

The Arizona Court of Appeals on Tuesday denied Steven DeMocker's attorneys' claim that a judge's order to turn over sealed materials to an attorney for the Yavapai...

Tough Enough to Wear Pink dinner, fashion show Saturday to aid in fight against breast cancer

PRESCOTT - The Tough Enough To Wear Pink dinner and fashion show 6:30 p.m. Saturday, June 2, will benefit local cancer patients.

On Sale This Week: Fresh New Crop Peaches

Recipes for Peaches and Chicken Leg Quarters follow. Enjoy!

Bill's Newscast: Whiskey Row Benefit Deemed Huge Success

Over $85K was raised for the three businesses.

Gladiator Fire: 65% Contained

The work continues, as the fire is slowly brought under control.

Northpoint Student Wins National Media Literacy Competition

With nearly 300 entries, four students win cash prizes in annual media literacy competition

Supervisor District 1 Candidates Debate at Las Fuentes

Five supervisor candidates for District 1 meet at Las Fuentes.

Bradshaw Class of 2012 exudes excellence

Nearly 350 red or black tasseled mortarboards sailed toward the rafters at Tim's Toyota Center Thursday evening after the Bradshaw Mountain High School Class of 2012 received...

Districts use marketing strategies to boost enrollment

For a variety of reasons, about half of the students no longer attending schools in the Prescott Unified School District are getting their educations locally.

Little League fundraiser at farm needs donations to replace stolen money

To help replace more than $7,200 stolen from its coffers, Dewey-Humboldt Little League continues preparing for a June 9 fundraiser to finance the remainder of the regular season...

Yavapai County bans all fireworks

Fireworks of all kinds temporarily have been banned from use in Yavapai County as of Wednesday, under an order signed by Chairman Tom Thurman of the board of supervisors.

Struggling to balance Chino Valley's budget

Vice Mayor Carl Tenney told the audience at the May 22 Chino Valley Town Council meeting that the town may have to raise sales taxes or add a property tax to raise needed revenue.

Chino Valley firefighters return from stint at Gladiator Fire

With the 16,240-acre Gladiator Fire near Crown King under control and residents returning to Crown King on Friday, the five firefighters lending support from the Chino Valley Fire...

Paulden salutes K, 8th grads

The Paulden Community School kindergarten promotion and eighth grade graduation took place on Wed. May 23 at the Hope Lutheran Church, 1010 N Road 1 East.

Extreme fire danger prompts ban of all fireworks in Yavapai County

Fireworks of all kinds have been temporarily banned from use in Yavapai County as of Wednesday, under an order signed by Chairman Tom Thurman of the board of supervisors.

A Trip to Crown King, A Return to Normal

A trip to Crown King demonstrates that the recovery is coming along nicely, thank you.

More to explore: New Centennial Trail opens up diverse terrain

Although undoubtedly in an urban setting, the new Centennial Trail that connects the Westridge Drive area with the Enchanted Canyon subdivision still manages to offer plenty of...

3rd sex sting defendant tries to avoid predecessors' fate

PRESCOTT - Jeff Balys, one of the "Yavapai 6" arrested in an online sex sting, was in court Tuesday so a judge could set his trial date.

National Trails Day to showcase local routes

Twenty-five years ago, a national outdoors commission set a goal: to make recreational trails so accessible that residents could be on them within 15 minutes of leaving their...

Gladiator Fire closure area to shrink soon

The portion of the Prescott National Forest closed because of the Gladiator Fire could be smaller as soon as today.

Arizona again earns No. 1 ranking for services for developmentally disabled

Arizona was ranked No. 1 in the nation for its delivery of Medicaid services to developmentally disabled residents, the fourth time in six years the state has come out on top,...

Districts use marketing strategies to boost enrollment

For a variety of reasons, about half of the students no longer attending schools in the Prescott Unified School District are getting their educations locally. They enrolled in...

Crews continue construction work on Williamson Valley Road

Throughout this week, excavation, grading, and retaining wall work will continue on Williamson Valley Road from Standing Rock Drive to Shadow Valley Ranch Road.

Work continues on reconstruction of Mt. Vernon/Senator Hwy.

Utility work and sidewalk demolition will take place this week on the City of Prescott 's ongoing reconstruction of Mount Vernon Avenue and Senator Highway.

Man who hit victim with police scanner and attacked nurse gets prison time

Brian Garwood Seligo was first arrested in May 2011 after he threatened two employees of a Whiskey Row bar...

Gas Prices: May 30

EDITOR'S NOTE: Prices at the pump are according to www.arizonagasprices.com. Prices fluctuate; these price checks are as of yesterday afternoon.

Granite Mountain Riders donate to Arizona Junior Rodeo Association

More than 100 Arizona Junior Rodeo Association members, ages 5 to 18, from all across Arizona will be in Prescott for the AJRA state finals rodeo on Saturday, June 2, and Sunday...

Woof Down Lunch event on Saturday to feature vendors, contests, demos

The fourth annual Woof Down Lunch, benefiting the United Animal Friends pet rescue group, is scheduled from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturday, June 2, on the courthouse plaza and...

Declining enrollment affects school budgets

A sluggish economic recovery triggered declining enrollment in in tri-city area school districts, which has worsened their finances.

Charter schools draw students seeking smaller classes

Talisa Montonati of Prescott Valley wanted to try a larger high school, so she enrolled for her freshman and sophomore years at Bradshaw Mountain High School.

Town aims to make this the last year of deep coffer-diving

July 1 begins what could be a make-or-break fiscal year for the Town of Prescott Valley , but town officials remain optimistic.

Gladiator Fire: 60% Contained, Still Smoldering & Smoking

Gladiator Fire continues to smolder, with insignificant fire behavior.

Bill's Daily Newscast: Spinach Recall

Watch out for that spinach.

Commemorating Memorial Day at the Citizen's Cemetery

Secretary of State Ken Bennett led the Memorial Day commemoration at the Citizen's Cemetery.

Memorial Day photos: In memory of our fallen heroes

Norma Reed, above, places flowers on the grave of John Bryant, who died in 1910, as several hundred people gathered at the Citizens Cemetery in Prescott for a Memorial Day...

Declining enrollment affects school budgets

A sluggish economic recovery triggered declining enrollment in in tri-city area school districts, which has worsened their finances. "We've seen a lot of families...

Gas prices: May 29

EDITOR'S NOTE: Prices at the pump are according to www.arizonagasprices.com. Prices fluctuate; these price checks are as of Monday afternoon.

AZ militia support intensifies with bill's defeat

TUCSON - The recent defeat of legislation that would have created a citizens' border group is driving up support for Arizona militias.

Charter schools draw students seeking smaller classes

PRESCOTT VALLEY - Talisa Montonati of Prescott Valley wanted to try a larger high school, so she enrolled for her freshman and sophomore years at Bradshaw Mountain High School.

Gladiator Fire now 50 percent contained

... the Forest Service closure of the land surrounding Crown King remains in effect.

Cedar Tree school moving to new location

Cedar Tree Montessori Preschool will be moving to 129 N. Pleasant St. in August. Cedar Tree has been in business for five years.

Tea, raffle and auction June 2 to aid shelter

The Prescott Area Women's Shelter is having its third annual "Women's Afternoon Tea" from 1 to 3 p.m. June 2 at the Adult Center of Prescott on Rosser Street.

Car Show and Swap Meet coming to Mile High Middle School

The 12th annual Car Show and Swap Meet, sponsored by Yavapai Classic Cruisers, will be from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 16, on the Mile High Middle School football field.

Prescott College honored for undergraduate education, environmental practices

Prescott College recently was honored for its undergraduate education by The Princeton Review and for its environmentally responsible practices by the United Stated Green...