Phoenix enjoys a pattern of clear skies and mild temperatures, with sunny days around 78 degrees and lows in the low 50s, per the National Weather Service.

Barro's Pizza donated all proceeds from a Tuesday event to St. Mary's Food Bank, continuing their annual effort to combat hunger with purchases translating into millions of meals for those in need.

Gilbert's inaugural Polar Plunge event aims to support the Aquatics Scholarship Fund by inviting residents to take a cold swim for children's water safety.

Tempe's Kiwanis Wave Pool offers Winter Waves event with open wave pool sessions from December 13-28, including a special day with Santa on December 21st.

The Scottsdale Unified School District is closing Pima Elementary and Echo Canyon K-8 due to budget gaps, declining enrollment, and rising costs, despite community opposition and calls for transparency.

A bipartisan group of senators introduced the More Homes on the Market Act to increase housing availability by updating the capital gains tax exemption for home sellers.

A bicyclist died after being hit by a vehicle in Scottsdale near Thompson Peak Parkway and Raintree Drive. The intersection was closed for investigation.

Foster mom Richilyn Fox reflects on the systemic failures that led to the murder of her former foster daughter, Zariah Dodd, while living in a group home.

A 21-year-old was critically injured after his car hit a service truck in Glendale, igniting a fire. Police are investigating the crash, which occurred despite visible safety warnings around the truck.

Volunteers in Tempe have been decorating seniors' homes for Christmas, bringing joy to residents like Judy Enz, who hadn't seen her home lit for the holidays in 20 years.

The Phoenix Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting involving an officer and an armed man who did not comply with commands and advanced towards the officer.

Andrew Shadid was arrested in Scottsdale after a standoff, where he entered a woman's home, assaulted her, and threatened arson. He faces multiple charges.

Phoenix anticipates a serene week with clear skies and steady temperatures, promising sunny days and crisp nights.