Pima County suspended horse racing at Rillito Racetrack in 2025 due to procurement controversy. The current operator failed to provide financial audits, leading to a tainted bid process and RFP cancellation.

Phoenix faces a heatwave with temperatures reaching 113 degrees, sporadic chances of rain, and occasional gusty winds. The hot conditions are expected to persist into the coming week.

Pinal County, in collaboration with the CAG, is conducting a survey to understand and improve transportation services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Residents can participate online to influence future mobility options in the county.

A Kingman man was indicted for trading firearms, explosives, and drugs with an undercover agent and may face severe penalties, including a life sentence.

The article discusses a report on preventable deaths in US immigrant detention, highlighting inadequate healthcare and oversight leading to fatalities.

Navajo Nation President Nygren testified before a House Committee, backing water rights bills to settle tribal claims in Arizona, New Mexico, and Montana, reflecting his own experiences of water scarcity.

Phoenix is expecting a week of intense heat with temperatures reaching up to 111 degrees, coupled with a possibility of showers, thunderstorms, and patchy blowing dust in the evenings.

Arizona State Superintendent Tom Horne advises schools to seek legal advice before implementing new Title IX guidelines, citing legal uncertainties and potential harms to students.

Adam Parker pleads guilty to second-degree murder in a drunk driving crash that killed a mother in Apache Junction.

Sun & Sounds concert series in Scottsdale features local artists Taylor Glasheen and the Nolan McKelvey Band, bringing Americana music to the Civic Center.

Maricopa County residents are being targeted by phone scammers pretending to be authorities demanding payment for missed jury duty, with the scam involving threats of jail time and requests for payment via gift cards.

A report by Strong Towns PHX suggests Phoenix's reverse lanes cause double the crashes, with local advocates pushing for their removal amid safety concerns.

The Romero Fire has grown to 6,900 acres in Pinal County, AZ, prompting evacuation orders. The nearby Circle Fire also expanded rapidly, with mitigation efforts underway amid unfavorable wind conditions.