A middle school teacher in Scottsdale was arrested for the sexual exploitation of minors and admitted to viewing content that reflected the ages of his students.

Apache Junction voters approved extending the mayoral term to four years, with Mayor Wilson praising the decision for offering stable leadership. The change aligns with neighboring areas and will take effect January 2027.

Jason Sanchez was sentenced to 20 years for a DUI crash in Queen Creek that killed a 4-year-old girl and injured her brother; he was driving over the speed limit and his BAC was above the legal limit.

Day 4 of Ian Mitcham's trial reveals detailed forensic evidence in the 2015 murder of Allison Feldman, with discussions of a mysterious substance, DNA links, and Mitcham's finances.

Arizona observes National Crash Responder Safety Week, emphasizing the importance of driver caution to protect emergency workers on the roads, in line with the "Move Over" law.

The Phoenix City Council has approved a policy for the use of its Housing Trust Fund to address the city's affordable housing shortage and support low-income families, with a focus on creating housing, homeownership, and innovative solutions.

Senator Ruben Gallego criticizes the government shutdown's impact on Arizona healthcare costs, advocating for bipartisan efforts to prevent insurance rate increases.

A severe early morning crash in west Phoenix involving an SUV and two semi-trucks led to a fiery scene and serious injuries, with the cause under investigation.

Ian Mitcham's trial for the 2015 murder of Allison Feldman continues, focusing on her safety concerns and familial DNA evidence that implicated Mitcham after a lengthy investigation.

Brazil's Mantiqueira USA to acquire Hickman's Family Farms, helping the latter recover from a bird flu outbreak and marking Mantiqueira's entry into the U.S. market.

Farmers in Gilbert, Arizona face financial strain as water rate hikes significantly increase their bills, raising concerns about the sustainability of small-scale agriculture in the area.

Arizona's job growth is expected to outpace the national average with significant gains in healthcare and social assistance sectors, despite a cooling economy and rising housing costs.

Valley communities in Tempe and Phoenix are memorializing traffic collision victims and advocating for safer roads on the World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.