Arizona’s Family Investigates
Arizona’s Family Investigates

Arizona’s Family Investigates

On Arizona's Family Investigates, 3TV and CBS 5 reporters examine the top stories, key cases, and critical developments around Arizona in depth.

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Surprise, an ICE detention facility is coming

Surprise, an ICE detention facility is coming

ICE bought a property in Surprise, Arizona without informing the community or even city and state leaders of the plan. For weeks, Arizona's Family Investigates has been trying to get more information on what the plans are, how it would work, and when it would open. We look at what we know, what the concerns are, and why the city says there's nothing it can do. 

Feds raid local sushi chain on accusations of stash houses & trafficking workers

Feds raid local sushi chain on accusations of stash houses & trafficking workers

An East Valley sushi chain was raided by ICE. Court documents show the four restaurants employed undocumented immigrants, using white vans to transport them to-and-from work. We take a closer look at the accusations and what happens next. 

Why are road rage cases spiking in Arizona?

Why are road rage cases spiking in Arizona?

Arizona's Family Investigates found the number of road rage cases in Arizona has doubled over the last four years with deadly consequences. We look at what's fueling it and why holding some of these drivers accountable has been challenging.

Death of 10-Year-Old Exposes Systemic Issues at State Agency

Death of 10-Year-Old Exposes Systemic Issues at State Agency

A new internal review by the Arizona Department of Child Safety finds systemic issues in the state's child welfare system following the murder of 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste. The review identified five key factors that impacted decision-making after DCS received a dozen calls about the family from the girl's school.

Are traffic cameras in Tempe making us safer?

Are traffic cameras in Tempe making us safer?

Since Tempe launched its photo enforcement program in June, it's issued 21,000 tickets for speeding and running red lights. But is it making us safer? We investigate. 

How racial profiling cost taxpayers millions

How racial profiling cost taxpayers millions

The federal lawsuit against the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office dates back nearly two decades. It involves racial profiling of Latino drivers and deputy misconduct. But the reforms have added up. Arizona's Family Investigates takes a closer look at where it stands and why it costs so much. 

Discharged into Danger

Discharged into Danger

During some of the hottest weather of the year, Arizona's Family Investigates found 10 cases of patients released from Phoenix hospitals who ended up on the bus stop out front. In one case, a man died. We look at what hospitals are required to do and why some say more can and should be done. 

First responders say their gap insurance isn't paying their bills

First responders say their gap insurance isn't paying their bills

Several retired police officers and firefighters reached out to Arizona's Family Investigates after their health insurance provider stopped paying their bills. The Department of Insurance says the company can't do business in Arizona but for some the bills continue to mount. We look into how it happened and what's being done to help these first responders. 

He killed two cyclists, here's why he'll only spend a year in jail

He killed two cyclists, here's why he'll only spend a year in jail

It was one of the worst bicycle crashes in Arizona history. Two cyclists were killed, 17 others injured. But the driver who admitted to causing the crash was only charged with misdemeanors. We look at why and how some say its part of a bigger problem.
Grand Theft Cargo

Grand Theft Cargo

Arizona's Family Investigates exposes how cartel-linked thieves are targeting trains in Arizona — stealing TVs, tools, and unreleased shoes.