Former Arizona state representative Austin Cole Smith is indicted on charges related to election petition forgeries, including a felony for fraudulent schemes.

Phoenix, AZ is facing a hot forecast with days over 100°F, peaking at 113°F. Clear skies, light winds, and very warm nights are expected. Residents are advised to take heat precautions.

Queen Creek officials emphasize safety during Monsoon Awareness Week, advocating preparedness for storms, dust, flood risks, and sharing guidelines for indoor shelter during lightning and avoiding flooded roads.

Two men received a seven-year sentence for a fatal street racing crash in Avondale, where they hit a truck at over 100 mph, killing a 33-year-old man in May 2021.

Governor Katie Hobbs appoints Brigadier General John Conley as the new Adjutant General and Director of the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs.

Arizona senators express concerns over the potential lease cancellation of the Phoenix NLRB office, which could affect workers' rights and NLRB's operational capacity.

A settlement led by former ASU swimmer Grant House requires universities to pay athletes, changing college sports and allowing for potential multimillion-dollar earnings.

Bodycam footage shows a violent encounter between a Phoenix officer and Sam Perone during a traffic stop, where Perone allegedly tried to grab the officer's gun.

Casa Grande, Arizona is planning a bond election on November 4, 2025, to potentially fund $67 million for community spaces and recreation infrastructure.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs introduces the BAN Act to strengthen the state's defense against foreign adversaries' land ownership near key infrastructure.

The Mesa Police Department has introduced digital communications, including automated texts and emails, to keep residents informed about 911 and non-emergency service call status.

Phoenix firefighters rescued several hikers from Camelback Mountain; one is in critical condition and two women were hospitalized due to extreme heat.

A motorcyclist died in a collision with a truck in Apache Junction, and authorities redirected traffic post-accident. The crash cause is under investigation.