Coconino County Sheriff's Cpl. Waibel and K9 Dex won top honors at the 2025 Desert Dog K9 Trials, including the Overall Top Dog Award, among several high placements.

Chandler has announced a holiday schedule with closures of city offices, altered trash collection, and recreational activities for Thanksgiving weekend.

SRP maintenance on the Western Canal in Tempe begins Nov. 20, causing a month-long closure affecting pathways from Guadalupe Road to Price Road and disrupting local traffic.

Phoenix is experiencing unusual late-autumn rain with an 80% chance of precipitation forecasted; showers and thunderstorms are likely, with temperatures around 62 degrees. The weather is expected to clear up with mostly sunny days ahead.

Echo Canyon Trail at Camelback Mountain in Phoenix is closed for stabilization of three unstable boulders. The city is mitigating risks with controlled measures and concurrently improving facilities. Hikers are directed to alternate trails.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport offers advice and services, like reserved parking and PHX RESERVE security booking, to ease Thanksgiving travel congestion.

The District of Arizona's U.S. Attorney's Office charged over 180 individuals for various immigration offenses, including illegal re-entry and human smuggling.

A new babysitting app in Arizona connects parents with college athletes who babysit and mentor kids, capitalizing on NIL rules and offering scheduling flexibility for the students.

Arizona State Representative Alexander Kolodin introduced the Arizona Secure Elections Act, aiming to strengthen voter ID requirements and secure mail-in voting.

A plane with engine troubles landed by a canal in Mesa; no injuries reported. Residents expressed concerns about flight training frequency at nearby Falcon Field.

Arizona Snowbowl is preparing for its opening with new snowfall and resort upgrades, including improved snow-making systems and trail refinement, as it anticipates more natural snow and a busy season ahead.

Economic uncertainties, including fluctuating tariffs and immigration policies, have slowed Arizona's job growth, as addressed by economist Dennis Hoffman at an economic forecast event.

Pure-Logic Industries begins construction of its new headquarters in Chandler's Airpark Area, consolidating manufacturing and research operations. The move signals growth within the tech community and the city's supportive business environment.