Attorney General Mayes sues the federal government for $15 million in EV infrastructure funds for Phoenix. The lawsuit, joined by a coalition, challenges the suspension of two grant programs critical for local clean energy initiatives.

Justin Noecker of Arizona was sentenced to ten years for the attempted murder of his unborn child, including assault on his wife and subsequent kidnapping.

Phoenix announces holiday schedule changes, affecting trash pickup, library hours, and city services on December 24-25, with online access to digital resources and parks remaining open.

Mayor Wheatley has resumed her duties on December 15th after a break since August 25th to attend to family matters. Vice Mayor Martineau had temporarily taken her place.

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego supports the bipartisan STOP China Act to prevent federal funds from being used on Chinese-made buses and rail cars, aiming to strengthen U.S. manufacturing and national security.

Kasey Velasquez, chairman of the White Mountain Apache Tribe, is under investigation following new and historical sexual misconduct allegations, including a 1989 incident.

Col. Jeffrey Glover discussed Arizona DPS's efforts to recruit and retain troopers, improve officer well-being, promote holiday road safety, and the new Turquoise Alert system.

Volunteers in Phoenix monitor ICE to alert communities of raids. Border Patrol's extensive surveillance program raises privacy concerns, as they track vehicles nationwide using cameras and data analytics.

A single mother in Phoenix had her car stolen from her driveway, along with her children's Christmas gifts inside. The police are investigating while the family copes with the loss.

Apache Junction announces funding applications for local health and human services nonprofits, starting Jan. 1, 2026, with a deadline of Jan. 31. Eligibility and application requirements detailed, including proof of IRS nonprofit status.

Zachery Shropshire was sentenced to 45 years in prison for a 2022 attack in Phoenix that resulted in a construction worker's death and injured others.

Mexican national Daniel Roberto Auz-Vasquez is sentenced to 78 months in prison for drug conspiracy in Arizona, as part of a broader Homeland Security Task Force crackdown on transnational crime.

San Luis Parks and Recreation Department received a $5,000 donation from Campesinos Sin Fronteras to enhance local programs and parks.