The Phoenix area is forecasted to have a wet and thundery week with high chances of rain and thunderstorms, followed by clearer and sunnier weather as the week progresses.

The Tonto National Forest plans pile burns near Roosevelt Lake to reduce wildfire risks, with fires scheduled for Oct. 14 depending on weather. Smoke is expected to be minimal and temporary.

Senate OKs the ROAD to Housing Act, led by Senator Gallego, aiming to improve home affordability and availability within the NDAA; House to review next.

Gilbert Fire & Rescue responds to rising battery-related fires, stressing the need for proper lithium-ion battery usage, care, and disposal to prevent overheating and fires.

The Arizona Cardinals are preparing to play the Indianapolis Colts away, seeking to end a three-game losing streak, with possible quarterback changes due to Kyler Murray's injury.

ADOT to start SR 187 improvements, adding turn lanes and widening shoulders for safety and congestion relief, with construction impacting traffic from Oct 14.

A car fell off a cliff near Tortilla Flat; rescuers saved critically injured occupants after a complex night operation involving a helicopter and rope systems.

Flagstaff will close city offices on October 13 to observe Indigenous Peoples Day, with a cultural event planned and some services paused or rescheduled.

Avondale residents can contribute to a new public art piece by drawing shapes representing their city at a community event with artists HYBYCOZO on November 5.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs celebrated a historic milestone with EPCOR's receipt of the first-ever ADAWS, a move promoting water sustainability and new housing developments.

ADOT closes the eastbound Loop 202 off-ramp at Arizona Avenue for two months from Oct. 9 for widening and improvement, with drivers advised to use alternative routes.

Casa Grande libraries are hosting a week of events for all ages, including book clubs, game series, cooking classes, craft gatherings, movies, language classes, and technology courses.

The westbound Loop 101 on-ramp at 27th Avenue in Phoenix will be closed for 60 days starting Oct. 6 for reconstruction, part of a $140 million freeway widening project.