Lewis Roca merges with Womble Bond Dickinson, creating a firm with over 1,300 lawyers. The union reflects the legal industry's trend towards consolidation.

Avondale declares September National Suicide Prevention and Action Month, planning activities and workshops and encouraging public education on mental health issues.

The Surprise Fiesta Grande in Arizona on October 5 offers free Mexican cultural festivities, music, wrestling, and fireworks at Mark Coronado Park. Donations to the food bank are encouraged.

The Ninth Circuit Court deliberated on Arizona election laws demanding citizenship proof for registration and limiting federal form users in presidential voting. The impact on the election remains unclear.

A Phoenix construction site shooting resulted in one worker dead and another critically injured; families seek justice as police intensify the search for the suspect.

A body was found by the roadside in Cave Creek, leading to an investigation by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office. Details remain sparse as the area was cordoned off and later reopened.

The body of a missing 71-year-old boater was found in the Colorado River at the Grand Canyon, marking the park's ninth fatality since July.

Two individuals were found dead in a vehicle in northern Arizona; authorities, including the Coconino County Sheriff's Office, are investigating with no immediate community threat reported.

Lindsey Stirling is set to perform in Phoenix during her "Duality" tour, promoting her latest album with 44 city stops, combining classical and electronic music.

Skeletal remains were found in a Phoenix mountain range, with the cause of death and identity unknown. Police are investigating the scene, which was pointed out by a witness.

A driver crashed into an Elks Lodge in Apache Junction, injuring 30. Alcohol was a factor; the driver is in custody. Local officials issued safety reminders regarding drinking and driving.

The Apache trout has been removed from the Endangered Species list, a collaborative success celebrated by Arizona's Governor and conservation partners.

The Phoenix apartment market, with a near 10% vacancy rate, sees cautious optimism among investors despite rent drops and high interest rates, amid population growth and economic indicators.