Zariah Dodd, a 16-year-old pregnant teen, was killed in a Phoenix park, with unanswered questions about her last whereabouts and the circumstances leading to her death.

The Senate committee unanimously passed the Shadow Wolves Improvement Act, aimed at border security and career opportunities for Native American officers.

ADOT warns about scam texts using its logo, falsely claiming unpaid traffic citations, and advises deleting them, as actual fines are not collected this way.

Public pools in Peoria are closing for the season on August 3, with limited days left for visitors to enjoy. Daily admission fees and seasonal passes offer affordable access, and splash pads remain open through October 15.

Construction of a $3.6 million convenience store begins in Indian Wells, a step towards economic independence for the Navajo Nation, creating jobs and revenue.

A multi-car accident on Tempe's Loop 202 eastbound lanes resulted in closures, delays, and five people hospitalized, one with life-threatening injuries. The lanes reopened after three hours.

Chandler calls for nominations for neighborhood excellence awards, with prizes including event credits and police resources for winners. Mayor and community votes will decide awardees.

Registration for the Buckeye Police Department's Fall 2025 Citizens Academy is open, offering community members education on police work through interactive sessions.

Maricopa's Traffic Signal Box Art Program calls for artists to submit designs to paint traffic signal boxes, aiming to enhance community engagement with public art. Selected works will be featured on city channels.

A construction worker died in a trench incident in Goodyear, prompting a recovery operation by the Goodyear Fire Department. Unsafe conditions shifted efforts from rescue to recovery.

A man armed with a knife was shot and killed by deputies in a Mesa apartment complex after he failed to comply with their commands. No deputies were injured. The incident is under investigation.

The Arizona State Fair's 2025 Coliseum Concert Series features a diverse lineup including 2 Chainz, AJR, The Format, Reik, and Brett Eldredge, with tickets available for purchase online.

A police cruiser hit and killed a pedestrian on U.S. 60 near Silly Mountain Road, with the eastbound lanes closed but later reopened. The incident is under investigation.