Arizona Jazz Festival ticket holders still await refunds months after the event's cancellation, despite promises and an ongoing legal battle involving the event's organizers.

Arizona's Governor Katie Hobbs raised foster care payments to address the state's home shortage, with increases up to 50% for fostering older children, aiming to attract and support more foster families.

Therapy dogs provide comfort to Phoenix 911 dispatchers during stressful shifts, offering solace despite their high-pressure, critical roles in emergency response.

Litchfield Park is running a Christmas tree recycling program, where residents can drop off natural trees for conversion into mulch or erosion control. The drop-off point is at Jackie Robinson Ballfield until January 9, 2026.

Arizona and California have seen many bars and eateries shut down due to economic stress and changing consumer habits, with some closures linked to lease issues, tariffs, and inflation.

Tempe City Manager, Rosa Inchausti, highlights the city's 2025 achievements and 2026 goals, including new restaurants, job growth, safety improvements, and infrastructure enhancements, while emphasizing environmental and business initiatives.

Arizona audit finds Maine Consolidated School District excelling academically but lacking in internal cash handling, purchasing controls, and IT security.

Coconino County Attorney's Office announced NACASA's transition to a shared leadership model to improve support for sexual assault survivors, with Northern Arizona Healthcare and Victim Witness Services leading the program starting December 15th.

DACA recipient Flor Ivet Vargas-Loya was detained by ICE on Christmas Eve while shopping, sparking outcry and highlighting delays in DACA renewals and criticism of ICE's enforcement priorities.

The U.S. Attorney's Office is reviewing the case of White Mountain Apache Chairman Kasey Velasquez following sexual assault allegations. Velasquez is on leave but remains confident in his innocence.

Phoenix officials stress illegal fireworks crackdown for New Year's, citing fines and a near-miss firework incident, while promoting safety and legal alternatives.

The Vista Grande Public Library is hosting a family-friendly New Year's Eve party and other engaging activities like a StoryWalk®, book clubs, and gardening sessions.

Phoenix Sky Harbor saw bustling holiday travel with few cancellations despite nationwide delays. Travelers arriving were pleased with the weather, turning delays into opportunities and sharing travel tips.