A man was found dead on Phoenix railroad tracks; his death was not caused by a train. The police are investigating, and the cause of death is pending.

Federal officials maintain water cuts to Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico from the Colorado River amid a prolonged drought, keeping allocations unchanged to address the resource's scarcity.

A man allegedly killed his stepfather leading to a police-involved shooting in Tempe. Officers were responding to a 911 call, and shot the armed suspect who is now hospitalized. The officer is on leave, and no police were hurt in the incident.

The Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) was highlighted for excellent service and cost efficiency in a study by CEM Benchmarking, outperforming peers and global averages.

The Chandler City Council discussed the potential transition to a city-run ambulance service, evaluating a study on its viability and considering pros like improved care and cost controls, with a tentative switch planned for 2027.

Randy's Donuts is opening a second Phoenix location on August 29 inside a new Pilot Travel Center, featuring giveaways and a promise to expand further in the area.

Lake Havasu City Police notify the public about Kendra Weishaar, a level 2 sex offender, now residing locally, following her conviction for aggravated luring of a minor.

Site Six fishing pier on Lake Havasu will close for a day-long upgrade on August 22, affecting boaters and anglers.

Mesa officials and mascots joined forces to promote pedestrian safety as schools reopen, emphasizing the role of crossing guards and safer road habits.

The I-10 westbound closure in Phoenix, for Broadway Curve improvements, will happen from August 16-19, affecting various ramps and routes. Detours are provided.

Arizona Rep. Matt Gress to hold a JLAC meeting to address concerns about the ADE's education funds allocations, following Democrat calls for an audit.

Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a bill on school cell phone use, while schools nationwide address the issue with varied restrictions and initiatives like "phone hotels" for focused learning.

The San Carlos Apache tribe in Arizona faced a 21-hour power outage, leading to a call for federal intervention to replace an outdated electricity transmission line.