Senators Gallego and Hagerty introduce the Financial Exploitation Prevention Act, aimed at protecting seniors from financial fraud by equipping financial institutions with better tools to detect and prevent it.

Phoenix and DPI partner on a 5-year "Stop the Poo-lution" initiative to reduce pet waste pollution; 500 pounds collected in the first month, aligning with water quality protection efforts.

Ed Zuercher is returning as the City Manager of Phoenix, having previously led the city to a financial surplus and won accolades for performance and data-driven governance.

Avondale police are relocating speed cameras to combat speeding, with signs warning drivers and fines starting at $185. The initiative aims to improve road safety and encourage responsible driving.

Avondale and Arizona Game & Fish are restoring the Base & Meridian Wildlife Area, closed October to December due to flood damage repairs, except during NASCAR Race Week. Visitors need a Tres Rios pass for eastern Gila River access.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed an executive order expanding COVID-19 vaccine access to all Arizonans, countering federal guidelines that limited recommendations to specific groups.

Phoenix celebrated National Voter Registration Day by offering multiple registration options, including online, appointments, mail, and confirming "ballot ready" status, while providing resources for voter assistance.

Glendale, Arizona, experiences a surge in business openings, including a new HTeaO iced tea franchise, Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, and James Avery Artisan Jewelry, contributing to the city's growth.

ADOT invites Arizonans to submit road safety slogans for their annual contest. Winning messages will be displayed on highway signs to promote safe driving.

Phoenix suffers two family tragedies from separate drive-by shootings, with 17-year-old Jonathan Walke injured and 15-year-old GiaGinette Brown killed in her sleep.

Cochise County has scheduled two more public meetings on the Jail District election, including rescheduled dates in Sierra Vista and Benson due to prior weather cancellation and community demand for information.

Staff at Rite of Passage - Desert Lily Academy was arrested on sexual assault charges involving a minor, prompting Queen Creek Police to review hiring protocols at the facility.

Cody Long was sentenced to 25 years in prison for aggravated assault and weapons charges after a violent stand-off with police and domestic abuse incident.