Surprise Stadium was voted the #1 Spring Training Facility in the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards, improving from last year's second place.

Pinal County's Non-Profit Contribution Reimbursement Program is accepting applications for financial assistance for local projects by April 25, 2025. Eligible non-profits must be 501(c)(3) or 501(c)(6) and serve county residents.

The Surprise Tennis and Racquet Complex in Arizona will host USTA national championship events in April, including NTRP categories and the Men’s 35’s Hardcourt National Championship.

Residents of Surprise voiced their preferences for local shopping and dining in the 2025 Retail Survey, expressing satisfaction with existing local businesses and desire for larger chains like IKEA and Whole Foods.

Maricopa invites residents to influence the city's future through the 2026 General Plan Update, urging participation in community meetings and an online survey.

A minor was ticketed for dangerously riding a dirt bike through a school zone without a license or registration in Buckeye, leading to the vehicle's impoundment.

President Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and parts, expected to raise vehicle and repair costs in the US, potentially affecting industry jobs and consumer prices.

Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers is accused of halting the HB 2030 "Stolen Valor Act," despite bipartisan support, due to personal motives linked to past political endorsements.

A multi-vehicle crash on I-40 near Holbrook, Arizona, claimed five lives, including a high school student and a Colorado family. Investigations are ongoing, and communities mourn the loss.

Attorney General Mayes and a coalition of 21 attorneys general publicly oppose tactics by the Trump administration targeting the legal profession, defending the rule of law and judicial independence.

Eastbound I-10 in Arizona will close from State Route 51 to US 60, March 28-31, for the Broadway Curve Improvement Project. Detours are provided; additional ramp closures announced. Use the Loop 202 as an alternate route.

A Silver Alert has been issued for 55-year-old Chuck Mader, missing in Phoenix, Arizona since March 21, 2025. Authorities are concerned due to his medical condition.

Edmon Yohannes was sentenced to 30 years in prison and lifetime probation for attempting to sexually exploit children, caught in "Operation Tangled Web." He was convicted on multiple charges, including Child Sex Trafficking.