Phoenix Fire Department partners with St. Mary's Food Bank for a Holiday Food Drive, collecting non-perishable food items at local fire stations to alleviate food insecurity.

A man from Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to nine years in prison for a fentanyl overdose death after selling pills that led to a victim's fatal overdose in March 2020.

Erik Guderian has been appointed Transportation Director for Mesa, succeeding the late RJ Zeder, with support from the City Manager for his expertise.

Chandler, AZ is seeking residents for city boards and commissions to impact local governance; applications are open online with a first review in early February.

The Phoenix City Council has designated the former KPHO Television Studio as a local historic site in recognition of its significance in Arizona's broadcasting history.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs plans to raise foster care rates to encourage more people to foster older children, with licensed homes receiving up to $1,700 monthly per child.

Rep. Kupper warns Arizona might lose federal SNAP funds due to noncompliance with data sharing, urging Governor Hobbs and AG Mayes to address the issue.

Two boys, aged 10 and 16, were detained in Buckeye for displaying a gun at a park. Officers are investigating the gun's origin, with the younger released to a guardian and the elder in custody.

China Airlines started nonstop flights from Phoenix to Taipei, strengthening economic and cultural ties and expanding Phoenix Sky Harbor's international reach.

Maricopa City Council appointed Councilmember Vincent Manfredi as Vice Mayor for 2026. The council recognized the completion of a citizens' leadership program and named a new sports facility at Copper Sky. They also voted on City Code updates.

Buckeye continues its Hometown Heroes Banner Program, where banners honoring local military members will be displayed on Monroe Avenue from mid-May to mid-July.

Mesa Public Schools showed the community their facilities' need for upgrades, with Carson Junior High's lack of significant improvements since 1958 as an example of the district's $1.4 billion capital needs.

Senator Mark Kelly criticized Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth for a controversial strike, citing incompetence and a lack of transparency. He condemned the confirmation of Hegseth and the resulting dangers to U.S. servicemembers.