Rising educator misconduct cases are reported in Arizona and Utah, with Arizona seeing an increase to 325 cases in 2024. Funding for investigative staff is said to contribute to the rise, and Utah faces a backlog due to a shortage of investigators.

The Trump administration is reportedly considering reducing national monuments like Bears Ears and Grand Canyon-adjacent land for commercial use, despite opposition from Native American tribes and conservationists.

Three critically injured in Phoenix crash after their truck struck a wall, with two ejected and one extricated by firefighters. Investigation ongoing.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly and Representatives David Schweikert and Greg Stanton led a bipartisan effort urging reconsideration of leaving the 2019 Tomato Suspension Agreement, concerned about job losses and rising tomato prices.

A second Goodwill store is planned for Main Street in San Luis, with renovation starting in summer and completion expected in 2026, aiming to create jobs and rejuvenate the area.

ADOT confirms no highway closures in Arizona over Memorial Day weekend and advises travelers to prepare for peak traffic hours and potential incidents.

Local artists transform traffic signal boxes into vibrant art displays in Maricopa, reflecting Arizona's beauty and showcasing regional talent as part of the city's aesthetics initiative.

Casa Grande commission seeks art projects for Hispanic Heritage Month, with funding available to nonprofits. Deadline for applications is July 7, with an August 5 meeting mandatory.

Apex Power Conversion inaugurated its U.S. headquarters in Mesa's Elliot Road Technology Corridor, forecasting job growth and bolstering the local economy with renewable energy technology.

Arizona State Representative Alexander Kolodin alleges that Governor Katie Hobbs and Attorney General Kris Mayes have partnered with the States United Democracy Center, potentially influencing state operations.

Mesa Police Department announces a DUI enforcement campaign for the Memorial Day weekend, focusing on preventing impaired driving from May 23-26 during peak evening hours.

Mesa Police issued a Silver Alert for missing 80-year-old David Terry last seen near Pueblo and Crismon in Mesa, Arizona.

Sunset Point Rest Area in Arizona is celebrated as one of the best public restrooms in the U.S., featuring amenities and scenic views after a 2023 renovation.