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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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.

Could Rebekah Baptiste's murder have been prevented?

Could Rebekah Baptiste's murder have been prevented?

Long before the Rebekah Baptiste was killed, administrators at her school in Phoenix said they called the state 13 times. They said the 10-year-old and her two younger brothers showed signs of abuse and neglect at the hands of their father and his girlfriend. Phoenix Police confirmed their officers also called. So why didn't the state agency tasked with protecting children intervene? We take a closer look at the case. 

Data Center Surge

Data Center Surge

Arizona’s Family Investigates looks into the rise of data centers in Arizona and what is being done to make sure our state’s infrastructure can keep up with the data demand.