Senator Gallego and 45 senators urge the USDA to release SNAP funds amid concerns that the government shutdown may disrupt benefits for nearly a million Arizonans.

In Phoenix, homeowners shot alleged intruders in separate events, resulting in one injury and one fatality. Investigations are ongoing, with no charges filed yet.

Scottsdale City Council endorsed a pay adjustment plan for police communications and water operations staff to tackle job vacancies and retain essential workers.

Arizona's AG Kristin Mayes and Rep-elect Adelita Grijalva sue the U.S. House for delaying Grijalva's induction, hinting at political obstruction linked to the Epstein files release vote.

Cochise County Attorney's Office released a more detailed NIJO report, supporting transparency in governance and informing voters ahead of a tax election for Jail District funding. Officials assert this will not jeopardize jail security.

The Arizona Supreme Court has honored local court programs and employees for their contributions to the judiciary through the Strategic Agenda Awards.

An arrest was made in the 2017 murder of Evin Paulos after a manhunt. Michael Anthony Arredondo was apprehended in Mexico and has confessed to the stabbing. A tip to the victim's family led to the resolution of the case.

Driver and five teens were arrested after a reported shooting and ensuing police chase in Scottsdale; no victims were found but shell casings were discovered, and a handgun was later found in the suspects' car.

Sen. Mark Kelly criticized Trump's foreign policy on "Face the Nation," questioned the legality of U.S. strikes, and urged for resolution of the government shutdown and healthcare premium issues.

Deputies in Yavapai County responded to a man with a rifle. A barricade situation ensued and ended without injury after the SWAT team used less-lethal rounds.

Pima County advanced its economic expansion efforts by participating in the 2025 Site Selectors Guild Fall Forum, engaging with top consultants to promote the region for business relocations and expansions.

Mesa teams up with The Be Kind People Project for an educational campaign to prevent opioid misuse among youth, using settlement funds for resilience-building initiatives.

Phoenix is expected to experience clear skies and moderate temperatures with daytime highs around 90 degrees and nighttime lows in the low 60s, according to the National Weather Service.