Sedona Police Department eliminated a policy allowing warning shots, amid public safety and legality concerns, aligning with wider Arizona policing standards.

A juvenile was arrested for threatening Coronado High School in Scottsdale, with police confirming the threat was not viable. The identity and motive remain unknown. Increased police presence is planned.

Arizona Corporation Commission's Vice Chair Nick Myers sought assurance from TEP that its deal with a new data center to go 100% renewable won't increase costs for other customers.

The Arizona Corporation Commission cut APS's demand-side management budget for 2024 from $91 million to $40 million, with criticisms on energy efficiency subsidies but support for Virtual Power Plant strategies.

Arizona's ADCRR is overhauling inmate mail procedures, requiring all inmate mail to pass through a new Phoenix hub for screening, starting January 7, 2026. A grace period is set from December 15, 2025, to January 15, 2026.

The article recounts the 22nd Annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards in Arizona, where Governor Katie Hobbs and the community commended individuals and organizations for their notable volunteer efforts.

The City of Flagstaff is hosting a food drive to aid those affected by the federal shutdown, collecting non-perishable food, baby supplies, and winter accessories for distribution by the Flagstaff Family Food Center.

The Annual River Riders Toy Run will bring about 2,000 motorcyclists to Lake Havasu City, carrying toys for children in need. Road closures will occur to accommodate the parade and celebrations.

Senator Ruben Gallego proposes a bill, the Building Housing for the American Dream Act, to boost housing construction by encouraging foreign investment through the EB-5 visa program, with industry support.

Senators Gallego and Ricketts introduced the bipartisan HALOS Act to ease regulations for startups seeking investors at events like demo days, supported by the NVCA for fostering early-stage investment.

Brent Billingsley appointed as first Town Manager of San Tan Valley, starting December 15, after a selective process. He brings 30 years of experience in local government.

Two separate Phoenix incidents: a woman was shot during an unrelated dispute, and in a domestic violence case, three family members were shot, with two fatalities.

A California man, Daniel Angel Martinez, was arrested for allegedly sexually exploiting a teenage girl he met on Discord. Evidence of explicit material led to his arrest by Tempe Police.