Arizona man, Patrick Schlegel, charged with firing at a CBP helicopter during a pursuit; facing multiple federal charges including assault on a federal officer.

The Arizona Attorney General's Office received ALEAP accreditation for law enforcement excellence, a process involving a two-year evaluation against 174 standards.

Arizona Rep. Leo Biasiucci introduced HB 2395 to encourage public schools to increase physical activity among students, allowing schools to display a fitness designation on annual report cards.

Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap criticized the Board of Supervisors for unprofessional behavior during a budget presentation, highlighting the ongoing legal dispute between his office and the Board.

Arizona Senate Republicans, led by Senator Finchem, have pushed forward SB 1095 to ban irreversible gender transition procedures for minors, stirring debate over transgender youth healthcare rights.

Velocity Retail Group has opened leasing at SanTan Crossing, a 20–21 acre restaurant and retail site at Loop 202 and Williams Field Road in Gilbert. The project is being marketed to upscale restaurants and national retailers.

Over 35 individuals were arrested by HSI at Zipps Sports Grill locations in Arizona on charges related to immigration violations, document fraud, and identity theft.

A new Phoenix ordinance holds stores accountable for stray shopping carts, leading to increased use of cart-locking systems and fines to ensure compliance.

Maricopa County added the Arizona Athletic Grounds to its measles exposure list after youth events on Jan. 23–24. Spectators should monitor for symptoms through Feb. 14.

The Gilbert Public Schools board voted to close Pioneer Elementary School due to declining enrollment and budget constraints, with plans for students to transfer to other local schools.

Noel Campbell, 84, a Prescott native and three-term former state representative, died days after a motorcycle crash on I‑10, his family said.

Mayor Chip Wilson is set to deliver a historical State of the City address in Apache Junction on February 25, 2026, marking his final speech as mayor.

A substitute teacher was arrested after police say she punched a 10-year-old fifth grader during class at an Odyssey Preparatory Academy campus in Buckeye.