Peoria approves grants for business facelifts and community programs, funded by ARPA interest, to revitalize Grand Avenue and support local schools and inclusivity initiatives.

The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department offers safety tips for the holiday season, focusing on cooking and decoration fire prevention, and stressing the importance of smoke detector maintenance.

Avondale begins construction of a new, modern Fire Station #171, set to replace the old one by February 2026, ensuring continuous emergency services with potential traffic delays due to construction.

Avondale is hosting events to honor outgoing city leaders and welcome newcomers, including a Farewell Reception for former Mayor Weise and Councilmember Malone, and a Welcome Reception for Mayor-elect Pineda and others.

The Arizona Department of Health Services is offering free car seat stickers with emergency info for children to enhance safety during holiday travel.

An Arizona man, Anthonie Ruinard, is charged with fraud, accused of defrauding 54 victims through an investment scheme, using funds for a lavish lifestyle.

Pima County's Pima Animal Care Center is offering free pet microchipping from Nov. 27 to Jan. 5 to increase the chances of lost pets being reunited with their owners.

Scottsdale wins the 2024 Voice of the People Award for online resident engagement, recognized for using tools like Speak Up Scottsdale and Hello Scottsdale to facilitate community dialogue.

A water line break at N Idaho Road and E Superstition Boulevard in Apache Junction is causing traffic delays, with partial road reopening and no left turns allowed during repairs through December 6, 2024.

Avondale announces the Avondazzle Dash event on December 21, 2024, starting at 8 a.m. at the Civic Center with 5K, 10K, and a Winter Waddle 1K races, festive activities, and registration available until December 20.

Coconino County is seeking applicants for the Williams Unified School District governing board; the term ends in 2026. Eligibility hinges on Arizona voter status and district residency. Applications are accepted until December 26, 2024.

Arizona's constitution now includes a voter-approved amendment protecting abortion rights up to fetal viability, signaling a shift in the state's approach to reproductive rights.

The Verrado Marketplace groundbreaking took place in Buckeye, with promises of it becoming a major commerce and leisure hub including Target, HomeGoods, Shake Shack, and a new Harkins Theatres concept. Opening is planned for spring 2026.