Mickaela Castillo
Reporter
Arizona's Family
Mickaela Castillo joined Arizona's Family in July 2023 and is excited to return to her hometown.
After graduating from Pinnacle High School in Phoenix, Mickaela attended the University of Arizona and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a degree in Journalism, with an emphasis on broadcasting.
Her first station after graduation was in Boise, Idaho, and now, she's back, ready to bring essential and exciting news to her community.
A controversial program at the Queen Creek Library allows parents to limit their kids' access to certain books.
In the Central Arizona Project canal, firefighters swim to an inflatable boat simulating victims stuck in a stranded vehicle in a flooded wash.
Learn what it takes to serve as a juror in Maricopa County, where citizens help decide high-profile cases, through a careful selection process.
Residents say a new state law could reshape the historic Willo District near downtown Phoenix by allowing fourplexes on single-home lots.
San Tan Valley's rapid growth is putting a strain on road infrastructure, causing traffic congestion and funding challenges.
Amazon has restarted its drone delivery service in the Tolleson area and showed off the drones on Wednesday.
In May 2024, Jonathan Korman said his mom Kate Korman was found dead in her Sun City home, days after her electricity was shut off.
A hiker helped reunite two lost dogs with their owner in Black Canyon City.
Cosanti artisan restores bronze bells damaged in California wildfires, offering emotional healing and hope to families who lost their homes.
Sport Sitters connects college athletes with families for babysitting, allowing them to inspire kids and support their sports teams.
Tens of thousands of signatures were turned in to the Pinal County elections department petitioning to turn San Tan Valley into a city.
It’s the peak season for rattlesnakes, and experts say to be extra cautious when out and about. Rattlesnake Solutions said they had over 90 calls last week alone.
A new survey revealed that teachers favor stricter cell phone policies in classrooms, citing improved student engagement and safety.
Those that are not within the town’s municipal boundaries will not be able to get a membership.
Forensic artists are taking drawings of suspects and inputting them into ChatGPT to create lifelike photos of wanted suspects
Last year, USPS reported a loss totaling $9.5 billion as private companies like FedEx and UPS outcompete for parcel delivery.
The REAL ID Act was passed by Congress in 2005 after the 9/11 attacks to crack down on security and identity theft.
Three Pinal County kennels seek special use permits amid code violations; residents worry about commercial disruption.
A Goodyear veteran was arrested last month after Avondale police said he threatened to kill Muslims at a place of worship.
An Arizona bill would require signs at hotels to tell guests in big, bold red letters that they house the homeless.
SRP crews are doing once-in-a-decade maintenance on a power plant in the East Valley so it's prepared for the summer heat.
Roy M. Gay was a marine during World War II and part of a special operations group called Edson’s Raiders. Now his story could be deleted because of his last name.
The treatment center is just steps away from Hermosa Vista Elementary, with its backyard facing one of the classrooms.
Arizona's top education official announced a new partnership with law enforcement to fight chronic absenteeism.
Scottsdale firefighters are urging hikers to be safe during this week's record heat.
A popular Phoenix yoga instructor went missing last month before going on a blind date.
Sen. Ruben Gallego's new bill protects Social Security beneficiaries from repaying overpayments older than 10 years.
Across Anthem and New River, there have been dozens of wild burro sightings
Phoenix Police are investigating a burglary that happened at the Golden Chair Barbershop on March 15.
The family of a Scottsdale teen who died from a fentanyl overdose is urging lawmakers to pass a bill that would make it easier to charge drug dealers.
Scottsdale's new mayor is accused of trying to direct city work to a friend.
HB 2191 would loosen zoning codes and allow Arizona churches to bypass public comment periods to move forward with developments.
Nearly 20% of all funding for public schools comes from the federal government to support low-income students, special education and even school lunches
Tempe Fire Medical Rescue becomes the first in metro Phoenix area to have LUCAS, an innovative chest compression device that could be lifesaving in emergencies.
Dozens of Axon employees rallied outside the state capitol, urging lawmakers to move forward with two proposed bills designed to keep the company in Arizona.
As the Trump administration cracks down on illegal immigration, people are questioning why ordinary working families are getting targeted instead of hardened criminals.
The report says nearly 30% of students in Arizona missed 18 days or more during the 2022-2023 school year.
According to the American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges, it would take over 50,000 techs nationwide to meet the current need.
Arizona law enforcement agencies confiscated 1.7 million fentanyl pills, over 26 kilos of fentanyl powder, over 24 kilos of cocaine, and 370.2 pounds of meth.
Footprint Center signage is being removed from the downtown arena that’s home to the Phoenix Suns as the organization searches for a new naming partner.
Despite the lower runoff, SRP said it is prepared to meet the demands of 2.5 million residents.
President Trump plans to impose tariffs on imported goods from multiple countries and local businesses are prepping for the added expense.
Community members looked at ways to improve Arizona election security and processes at a Phoenix town hall.
HB 2764, a bipartisan bill, was introduced to the state legislature just last week and would make “howdy” Arizona’s official state greeting.
Phoenix Police officers and dispatchers will staff the center, who will have access to over 500 cameras on campus and surrounding cameras.
There are stricter rules for fans at the infamous 16th hole at the WM Phoenix Open, known for its rowdy crowds, skyboxes and party-like atmosphere.
Pinal County is putting the brakes on proposed zoning changes because of backlash from people living in the area.
Neighbors and workers at the Maricopa County animal shelter say they're seeing a growing number of lost abandoned animals in the Phoenix area.
The city of Scottsdale is developing a new plan to protect residents and their properties from fire risk.
Dr. Chester Griffith was interviewed this week by Inside Edition after staying up for almost two days to fight the fires in Malibu valiantly.
