Senator Mark Kelly opposed Peter Hegseth's nomination for Defense Secretary, citing a lack of qualifications and alleged personal issues. He urged Senate colleagues to reconsider their support.

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office warns of evolving AI-enhanced scams, citing cases where victims, including a Prescott woman, have been conned out of significant assets.

Casa Grande's disc golf course at Frank Pratt Park has been renovated, including new concrete tee boxes and signs, and the city aims to make it a regional attraction for enthusiasts.

Casa Grande invites residents to an Open House to influence the city's Fiscal Year 26 budget and discuss local issues, encouraging participation in the "Engage Casa Grande!" initiative and related surveys.

Phoenix Sister Cities hosted a luncheon emphasizing air mobility innovations, where Mayor Gallego acknowledged the city's tech growth and awarded local businesses. Michael Robbins gave a keynote on air mobility's future.

A brush fire in Pinal County, Arizona, led to evacuations in Queen Valley, but residents have since been allowed to return with a warning to stay prepared.

Tempe is hosting a Zero Waste Day to reduce waste, with a past event collecting over 60,000 pounds. Residents can drop off non-standard recyclables; the event is popular and requires proof of residency.

Senator Mark Kelly leads 12 colleagues in urging bipartisan efforts on U.S. border security and immigration reform, addressing a letter to Republican Senate Majority Leader Thune.

San Luis has installed new LED street lights on County 22nd Street for better visibility and safety, funded by a $24,260 project in partnership with APS.

SCMPO is seeking public feedback on the draft Pinal County Strategic Transportation Safety Plan and is accepting comments via email until February 15, 2025.

Jenn Daniels is the new chair of the Arizona State Transportation Board, bringing experience from previous regional leadership roles to guide state transportation policy and investments.

The "Grow with Google" workshop in Tolleson is set to boost small businesses' digital skills by teaching them ways to improve online visibility and leverage Google tools.

Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap begins removing 242,000 inactive voters from the rolls, fulfilling legal conditions and campaign promises on election integrity.