Arizona Rep. Walt Blackman introduced HB2030 to impose stricter penalties for fraudulent veteran impersonation, addressing gaps not covered by the federal Stolen Valor Act.

Avondale will install a new HAWK signal on El Mirage Road to improve pedestrian safety, with construction to start in January 2025 and possibly end by March. Traffic will be reduced to one lane.

An unarmed Tucson man was mistakenly shot dead by Glendale police; the actual suspect died from a self-inflicted wound. The incident, under investigation, raises issues about police use of force.

An officer-involved shooting in Glendale resulted in a man's death and another individual critically injured after police responded to a domestic violence call. The incident is under investigation.

Arizona State Troopers discovered 553.8 pounds of cocaine worth up to $22.1 million during a routine traffic stop of a semi-truck on Interstate 40, leading to the driver's arrest for drug possession and transportation.

Avondale's newly elected officials, including Mayor Mike Pineda and Councilmembers Garcia, Solorio, and Weise, were sworn in, with Curtis Nielson becoming Vice Mayor, poised to address economic growth and public welfare.

Phoenix Police Department's 2024 retrospective highlights a decrease in crime, technology improvements, community engagement, and the loss of Officer Coolidge in the line of duty.

Peoria and Local First Arizona collaborate to support local food businesses, seeking input through a survey which might reward participants with the chance to throw the first pitch at a Spring Training game.

Tech investments in Arizona, including a $20 billion deal with DAMAC, are set to create jobs and fuel economic growth, complementing the state’s burgeoning tech ecosystem and educational partnerships.

Cory Young received a 3.5-year sentence for obstruction in the beating death of a gay man, while his wife got probation for hindering prosecution. Another defendant awaits trial for second-degree murder.

Mayor Kate Gallego of Phoenix becomes the Chair of the Climate Mayors network, bringing her local sustainability experience to a national leadership role.

Peoria introduces WeRIDE, a new on-demand rideshare service providing convenient transit options to local destinations, with affordable fares and accommodations for riders with disabilities, seniors, veterans, students, and children.

A fatal crash in Lake Havasu City left two dead after their Dodge truck collided head-on with a semi on SR 95. The semi driver suffered non-life-threatening injuries; the crash is under investigation.