Senators Gallego and Hagerty reintroduced the bipartisan Innovate to De-Escalate Modernization Act, aiming to improve law enforcement's use of non-lethal weapons.

Buckeye Police renew public plea for tips in the 2020 hit-and-run death of 16-year-old Anaiah Walker, launching a billboard campaign with a $12,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

An Arizona trooper was hospitalized after a suspected DUI truck crash on I-10. The trooper's parked car was hit while he was completing paperwork. The truck driver was arrested for DUI and other charges.

Phoenix wins the 2025 IDC Smart Cities Award for implementing chilled drinking water stations to improve public access to clean water and combat the city's extreme heat.

Scottsdale's Old Town streets undergo overnight upgrades with a new micro seal paving starting April 7-9, leading to road closures but promising smoother travel.

Scottsdale Public Library celebrates National Library Week with events including a presentation on Scottsdale's literary history and a rock art crafting session.

The Chandler Fire Department received a $45,510 grant for child car seat safety, allowing ongoing inspections and education programs through September 30, 2025.

April is Fair Housing Month in Phoenix, promoting non-discrimination in housing transactions and providing resources for reporting and combating housing discrimination.

Incarcerated gang member Jonathan Peterson found guilty of second-degree murder, receives additional 42.75-year sentence for ordering a hit from prison.

Arizona legislators form a committee to examine financial mismanagement in the executive branch, set to review budget growth in the Developmental Disabilities Division and policy changes.

Arizona is preparing for a severe wildfire season due to dry conditions and drought, which raise the risk of widespread fire incidents, as reported by the state's Forestry and Fire Management Department.

A 1-year-old girl is critically injured after nearly drowning in a Phoenix bathtub. She is now expected to recover. Investigations and safety reminders follow the incident.

Amanda Franco, a 21-year-old nursing assistant, was killed at a party in Phoenix, with the shooting leaving a teen injured and Camelback Academy in mourning.