Historic Rainfall Soaks Schultz and Pipeline Fire Burn Scars; Officials Warn Flood Risk Remains High

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Coconino County officials say the Schultz and Pipeline Fire burn scars experienced what is believed to be the largest, most widespread, and continuous rainfall event since rain gauges were installed following the 2010 Schultz Fire. The intense monsoon storm moved across the burn scar Saturday night, triggering more than 150 rain gauge […]

City of Flagstaff and Coconino National Forest Lift Fire Restrictions Today

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Recent widespread rainfall has prompted both the City of Flagstaff and the Coconino National Forest to lift fire restrictions, with both agencies returning to less restrictive fire regulations beginning 6:00 a.m. Monday, July 20. The City of Flagstaff has officially returned to Stage 0 Fire Restrictions, allowing many outdoor activities to resume […]

Pedestrian Killed After Being Struck by Train Identified by Flagstaff Police

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — The Flagstaff Police Department has released additional information following Thursday afternoon’s fatal train-versus-pedestrian collision near Fanning Drive. According to investigators, officers were dispatched at approximately 2:44 p.m. on July 16 to the area of Fanning Drive and the railroad tracks after receiving reports that a pedestrian had been struck by a train. […]

UPDATE: Flagstaff Police Identify Suspect, Victim in East Flagstaff Homicide Investigation

FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Flagstaff Police have released additional information regarding Wednesday morning’s fatal shooting in east Flagstaff, confirming one man was killed and another suffered serious injuries. The shooting was reported at approximately 9:22 a.m. on July 8 in the 5000 block of East Marketplace Drive. When officers arrived, they found one adult male deceased […]