Cannabis companies, like Curaleaf, see an opportunity in the WM Phoenix Open's crowd, positioning themselves nearby without official ties and looking to future sports sponsorships.

The 67th Annual VNSA Used Book Sale is open this weekend in Phoenix, offering a variety of books, with some prices as low as $1, and benefits local charities.

Gilbert, Arizona, has temporarily renamed Perry Puma Drive to Brock Purdy Way to honor the NFL player before the Super Bowl. Perry High School and the community are celebrating Purdy's success with events and merchandise.

Foam alligator decoys at Mesa's Riverview Park are designed as basking spots for turtles, not real predators, attracting both wildlife and visitor attention.

Two teens in Gilbert, AZ, face charges for assault and burglary, and an out-of-state man faces arrest for a separate incident, highlighting a surge in teen violence in the East Valley.

Phoenix opens "The Hive at Aeroterra," a tech center offering free computer access and training to help bridge the digital divide, featuring computers, iPads, 3D printers, and digital skills support.

Recent storms in Arizona have alleviated some of the state's drought conditions, improving lake levels, though nearly two-thirds of the state remains in drought.

Arizona faces a severe winter storm causing highway closures, school cancellations, and warnings from officials to exercise caution due to snow and potential flash floods.

Roger Smith resigns as head of Phoenix's OAT, citing a lack of independence crucial for overseeing police conduct, amid a backdrop of political tensions.

Two men were arrested in Arizona and California for separate attempted sexual assaults on teenage girls in grocery store bathrooms, with community concern and ongoing police investigations.

Migrants initially arrested in NYC were re-detained in Arizona, with authorities scrutinizing New York's bail reform laws and the handling of their initial charges.

The Arizona Renaissance Festival returns with new entertainers and a comedy experience called "The Hops." Group discounts are available, with online code savings and ticket details outlined on their website.

A South American crime ring, "Dinnertime Burglars," targets luxury homes in Scottsdale since October, with 23 break-ins, stealing valuables and causing local concern. Police urge security measures and continue their investigation.