Lake Havasu City hosts its 21st Annual Free Community Dinner on December 13 with two servings, supported by local clubs and businesses, featuring a feast and a visit from Santa.

The City of Maricopa extends the application deadline for its arts grants, offering up to $1,500 for individual arts projects and $3,000 for non-profits. Results will be announced in February 2025.

The Phoenix Police released a video briefing on a November 28, 2024, officer-involved shooting after a pursuit and confrontation with an armed individual, who died from the encounter.

3D Barrier Bags Inc. has opened a new 22,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Chandler, Arizona, focusing on high-barrier foil bags for various industries.

Over 500 pets received free vaccines and microchips at a Pima Animal Care Center event, providing essential care and helping families keep their pets.

Coconino County Board rezones 2,400 acres to protect open spaces, backed by their Comprehensive Plan and local conservationist approval, immediately following a special session.

Rep. Ruben Gallego finalized his military oversight role with a vote on the NDAA for FY 2025, which includes pay raises for military personnel and strategic investments in defense.

The Arizona Attorney General filed suit against Fondomonte Arizona, LLC, for allegedly endangering the health and safety of La Paz County residents with extensive groundwater pumping.

MCDPH is monitoring after animals at Wildlife World Zoo tested positive for H5N1 avian flu. Risk to humans is low, but precautions and biosecurity measures are in place.

Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix allocated $7.5 million to tackle homelessness, focusing on emergency and transitional housing, particularly aiding seniors with low incomes.

A US District Court has temporarily blocked the Kroger-Albertsons merger, as announced by Arizona AG Kris Mayes, marking a key win for consumer rights and competitive markets.

Signal repairs at Waddell Road and Sarival Avenue will cause overnight disruptions and detours starting 8 p.m. December 11, with expected completion by 7 a.m. the following morning.

Maricopa County announced the groundbreaking of Cross Winds @ Three Star Pointe, a $28.5 million affordable housing project in Surprise, aimed at supporting low-income families and the homeless.