Rep. Ruben Gallego endorses a bill to expedite CBP hiring by waiving the polygraph test for military and law enforcement veterans, reflecting his bipartisan efforts to address border staffing and community funding in Arizona.

Arizona Supreme Court Justice Bill Montgomery stays on an abortion ballot language case despite bias allegations due to past comments against Planned Parenthood.

ADOT plans public input on State Route 347 projects, including widening SR 347 and improving bridges and intersections, with a meeting on Aug. 15 and a comment period until Aug. 29.

Arizona's GOYFF allocates $1.2 million to 13 organizations for sexual assault services expansion and victim support, highlighting a commitment to community safety and survivor assistance.

Jenna Ellis, a former Trump attorney, agreed to cooperate with Arizona prosecutors on a fake electors case and may have her charges dismissed if she fulfills the agreement terms.

Surprise hosts blood drives with Vitalant, offering donors Halloween themed t-shirts. Drives occur on August 23, September 20, and 23 at different locations. Booking is advised using code p1T62.

Cameron Payne, ex-Phoenix Suns player, was arrested in Scottsdale after a 911 call and providing a false name to police during a domestic disagreement.

A girl was seriously injured after being hit by a car near Greenway High School; police responded, and she's now stable. Traffic was affected, investigation ongoing.

The family of Rachel Hansen, murdered two years ago in Gilbert, is still seeking justice, with the case remaining unsolved and a $7,000 reward for information offered.

Cochise County Elections Department has released updated ballot counts and an explanation for a discrepancy, ensuring no loss of ballots or custody breaches.

Maricopa County detective John C. Byrd III has been charged with the second-degree murder of his wife, Elizabeth, after confessing to strangling her during a dispute.

The 2024 Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act aims to correct historical tribal water rights inequities with a $5 billion infrastructure investment.

Pima County opens a new Cooling Center on its west side to provide respite from the heat, operating weekdays 9-5 and weekends 10-6, starting August 5.