Rebekah Baptiste died after alleged long-term abuse by her father and his girlfriend, who face murder charges. Her school repeatedly contacted DCS prior to her death.

Attorney General Kris Mayes and a coalition of all state AGs secured GI Bill benefits for a veteran, setting a precedent for others in similar situations.

Governor Katie Hobbs declared a State of Emergency for La Paz County after the Oxbow Bridge collapse due to a wildfire, to speed up aid and address hazards.

Weekend road closures for Loop 202 project in Gilbert, including westbound on-ramps at Val Vista and McQueen, and a lane closure between Val Vista and Lindsay. Detours suggested.

Chandler offers free Good Neighbor 101 educational sessions for residents to learn about city services and resources, with a chance to win $500 for community events.

Avondale is starting seal coat projects to maintain roads. The Public Works Department and partners will work from Aug. 11 to Nov. 6, 2025, with possible lane closures. Residents should expect earlier trash pickups.

Phoenix Police seek public assistance in locating missing 61-year-old James Wilson, last seen near North 40th and East Belleview Streets, due to concerns about a medical condition that may impair his orientation.

Avondale Fire and Medical Department invites girls 14-18 to Camp HERo for firefighting training and CPR certification from Oct 6-9, and a final day at Phoenix Raceway.

Thomas Adkins has been appointed as the new Deputy City Manager of Glendale, overseeing Intergovernmental Programs and Communications departments, aiming to enhance city programs and meet community needs.

The report details the drowning of influencer Emilie Kiser's son, Trigg, while his father was distracted. Despite the Chandler Police's child abuse charge recommendation, no charges were pressed.

A teen was fatally shot at a Phoenix motel; his mother arrested and charged with child abuse. The shooting appears accidental; the investigation is ongoing.

Arizona's State Schools Chief Tom Horne urges Governor Hobbs to adopt a federal school tax credit to benefit all educational settings, including public and charter schools.

Extreme heat in Phoenix affects air travel by reducing air density, causing longer takeoffs, increased turbulence, and sometimes delays or weight limitations for flights.