Maricopa County faced another election issue as 2,288 ballots were left unattended due to a staff oversight, prompting urgent response efforts from the Recorder's Office to ensure every vote counts.

The Arizona Department of Education survey reveals over 1,000 have left teaching since July, leading to 4,000+ vacancies and affecting 1,400 classrooms. Tom Horne urges for higher pay and support to address the crisis.

Queen Creek is hosting a free Pancake Breakfast featuring IHOP pancakes, Starbucks coffee, and a variety of family activities at Horseshoe Park this Saturday.

Travelers should expect nightly closures of eastbound Sky Harbor Boulevard at Phoenix Airport from Nov 9-18 due to construction; detours are in place.

The Phoenix Fire Department expands access to its award-winning Teen Driver Safety Program, partnering with ADOT to enhance data assessment and outreach.

The FAA reduces flights due to the government shutdown, causing delays and cancellations at Phoenix Sky Harbor and other airports, while Mesa Gateway remains calm. Holiday travel may face further strain, and a UPS crash at CVG is under investigation.

Phoenix partners with St. Mary's Food Bank to aid those impacted by the SNAP benefit suspension with a food drive. Mayor Gallego encourages community support.

Remains found in Whiteriver identified as missing 16-year-old Challistia Colelay; family members confirm identity through personal items. Investigation ongoing, with public urged to provide relevant details to the authorities.

Avondale's new Fire Station 171 opened, featuring modern facilities designed for firefighter health and community needs, replacing the old station from 1985.

ADOT has completed a $9.8 million expansion of State Route 69 in Prescott, AZ, adding a third lane and a raised median to enhance capacity and safety.

Jared W. Askelson has been appointed as Buckeye's new Deputy City Manager after a national search; he previously served as Goodyear's Finance Director.

Flagstaff's Cheshire Park to close for restoration work beginning November, affecting the FUTS trail and local wildlife habitat until 2026. Public inquiries: 928-213-2473.

Rep. Yassamin Ansari faces ICE resistance in scrutinizing migrant treatment at Arizona's Eloy Detention Center, including canceled visits and unmet requests for external medical care for a detainee with leukemia.