Arizona nonprofits and food banks anticipate a crisis as a potential SNAP delay during a government shutdown may impact food assistance for over 900,000 Arizonans.

Matthew Edmiston, a fraudulent contractor, was convicted for theft and operating without a license in Tucson, Arizona, and sentenced to probation and jail time.

Governor Katie Hobbs requests $6 billion to prevent SNAP benefits cutoff in Arizona due to a government shutdown, impacting nearly one million residents, including veterans.

The Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters tracker, defunded under the Trump Administration, is now restored by Climate Central, offering vital data for disaster planning and illustrating the U.S.'s $101 billion loss from such events in 2025.

Volunteers in Mesa, Arizona planted 100 trees at Reed Park to increase canopy coverage and combat heat, improving local ecosystem and shade for the community.

Police investigate shootings and a stabbing at Halloween parties in Phoenix, Mesa, and Scottsdale, with non-fatal injuries reported and an arrest in Mesa.

Phoenix Police released a video detailing an October 11 officer-involved shooting where a man with a machete was fatally shot during a domestic altercation.

SBA issues final call for EIDLs for New Mexico small businesses affected by 2024 drought before 11/25/2025 deadline.

Mesa Public Library hosts Halloween events for preschoolers, with trick-or-treating, crafts, and giveaways including books and a coloring book, featuring guest appearances and activities by community partners.

The SBA reminds Arizona small businesses and nonprofits to apply for disaster loans before the Nov. 25 deadline due to drought-related economic losses.

Senator Gallego criticized Republican leadership for the government shutdown and potential health care cost increases, while advocating for federal employee pay and low insurance premiums.

Arizonans face various local ballot measures in the Nov. 4 elections, spanning issues from taxes to health funding, with detailed voter information provided by FOX 10 Phoenix and Axios.

Buckeye received the "Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting" for its ACFR for the seventh year, highlighting its commitment to transparency and fiscal accountability.