Phoenix area restaurants are offering dine-out and take-home options for Christmas, catering to a trend of convenience and variety in holiday dining. Options range from high-end courses to casual and fast-food specials.

The Angel Tree Christmas program in Arizona supports children of incarcerated parents during the holidays. However, issues at the Arizona Department of Corrections affect inmate releases and participation in self-improvement programs.

Woman in Surprise, AZ offers $775 reward for the return of her grandfather's stolen ashes, taken from her vehicle. The urn is a light purple container with silver trim.

Phoenix alters city services for Christmas: waste collection rescheduled, libraries and public transit adjust hours, and residents to use the myPHX311 portal for service requests.

Chandler's 31st Multicultural Festival celebrates diversity with performances, food, and activities on January 17 at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park. Entry is free.

The City of Surprise, Arizona reminds residents to follow local fireworks regulations during New Year's celebrations, including age restrictions for purchases, allowed times for igniting fireworks, and proper disposal methods.

Cochise County Attorney Lori Zucco fired deputy Paul Correa after a controversial incident at a Target store, with an investigation handed to La Paz County for impartiality.

Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School students are to return after air quality issues, with classes resuming on January 6, 2026. Tests now show safe chemical levels.

Brannon Hampton has been appointed as Goodyear's vice mayor, a role he'll assume with the new year. Having served on the City Council since 2017, he is committed to growth and fiscal responsibility.

Arizona announces the launch of Arizona Business Connect on January 12, 2026, to replace eCorp with improved features. The transition starts with eCorp going offline on January 2, 2026.

Coconino County Sheriff's Office is addressing drug crimes with a new K-9 team certified in narcotics detection, supported by Arizona border funding. Deputy Bauer and K-9 Ace join, while another team, Waibel and Dex, win awards at the K9 Trials.

Phoenix's weather forecast predicts clear skies, calm winds, and a gentle rise in temperatures towards the weekend, with conditions perfect for outdoor activities.

Flagstaff City Council has terminated its contract with Flock Safety, removing their automated license plate recognition technology due to privacy concerns.