The Bureau of Indian Affairs and White Mountain Apache Tribe are using drones for aerial ignition in prescribed burns to enhance forest management and safety on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation.

Prescribed fires are set to begin in Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests to manage overgrowth and mitigate wildfire risks, with pile burns in the Lakeside Ranger District that might affect local air quality.

The Arizona AG's office reported a court denied CBR Systems' motion to dismiss a fraud lawsuit involving misleading cord blood banking claims and unsafe transport practices.

Gilbert's Riparian After Dark returns from December 12-22, 2025, turning the Riparian Preserve into a festive wonderland with thousands of lights along its trails.

The FAA has kept flight cutbacks to 6% post-government shutdown, improving flight delays and cancellations. Experts hope for normalcy as air traffic controllers return, Delta CEO is confident, and controllers are promised 70% back pay.

Valley Metro riders in Phoenix report increased safety and cleanliness on buses and trains, with a decline in security incidents and assaults. The system, which has invested $4B, sees a $20B return and plans for expansion.

Maricopa County celebrates the opening of Suncrest Vista at Canyon Trails, an affordable senior living community in Goodyear, with amenities and support for residents over 55.

Ian Mitcham's trial for the 2015 murder of Allison Feldman began, involving key familial DNA evidence that led to his 2018 arrest after years of an unsolved case.

Waymo expands its autonomous vehicle service to Phoenix freeways, encountering mixed reactions from locals over safety, though backed by rigorous testing and aligned with speed regulations.

The Mega Millions jackpot reaches $965 million with no grand prize winner. Tickets in Arizona and Iowa won millions, with a $5 million ticket sold at a Peoria CVS and a $3 million ticket sold at a Norwalk Kwik Star.

Two separate domestic incidents in Phoenix resulted in deaths, with David Pregler charged with second-degree murder, and Jeffrey Rael facing a first-degree murder charge.

A dispute in Lake Havasu City escalated to an attempted shooting; the gun malfunctioned, and the suspect, Victor Rueda, was arrested but later posted bond.

ADOT announced a new southbound lane on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, part of a $108M project aimed at traffic capacity and safety. The lane opened Nov. 10, with more upgrades due in spring.