Surprise, Arizona, celebrated National Cheesecake Day by employees bringing cheesecakes to work, hoping to attract The Cheesecake Factory to their city, supported by a retail survey and a promotional campaign.

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren issued an executive order to regulate the transport of radioactive materials, responding to unauthorized transport by Energy Fuels Resources, emphasizing law enforcement and sovereignty.

Phoenix, AZ is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures soaring to highs of 106 to 113 degrees and minimal nighttime relief. There's a slight chance of thunderstorms, but the persistent high temperatures remain the focus.

The Peoria City Council will virtually canvass the July 30 Primary Election results, especially for the Mesquite District, on August 14 at 3 p.m. The session will be live-streamed for public viewing.

ADOT has announced a weekend closure of northbound I-17 from Happy Valley Road to Loop 303 for pavement improvements. Detours are in place, with additional travel time expected.

Former swim coach David Laudati was arrested for secretly recording minors changing, with multiple charges of voyeurism following a lengthy investigation.

Dillon Shifflett was sentenced to 16 years for a DUI crash in San Tan Valley that killed a father and son. He had a BAC of 0.116 and THC in his system.

Mayor Craig McFarland is seeking volunteers for the Mayor's Reading Club to encourage early reading among children to support academic success in Casa Grande.

Scientists at ASU, led by Dr. Meenakshi Wadhwa, discovered intriguing formations on Mars that could indicate ancient life, but face challenges in bringing samples back to Earth.

Chef Devan Cunningham, co-owner of CC's on Central in Phoenix, competed on Food Network's "Ciao House." Though briefly eliminated, he brought culinary innovation and personality to the show, boosting his restaurant's popularity.

The Rising Star Vocal Competition for country musicians will begin July 30 at the Foley Ranch in Phoenix, with a 9-week contest concluding on Sept. 24.

Pinal County assures preparedness for the Arizona Primary, emphasizing transparency and voter support, with polling from 6am-7pm and resources provided for identification and ballot understanding.

An 8-year-old from Phoenix placed third in the North American Mini Master Model Builder Competition with a detailed LEGO depiction of the Sonoran desert.