A 55-year-old hiker was rescued after a 12-hour mission in Yavapai County following an injury from a fall, with adverse weather complicating helicopter evacuation.

A victim, Eyosiyas Belema Jote, died after a downtown Phoenix shooting, potentially escalating charges against the arrested suspect, Keon Malik Joubert.

A helicopter crash in Superior claimed four lives and raised concerns about FAA notification systems despite a NOTAM being issued for a highline the helicopter may have collided with.

A shooting in North Phoenix resulted in one man's death and another critically injured. The incident occurred near 19th Avenue and Bell Road. Police are searching for suspects, with the investigation underway.

YCSO conducted rescues including a complex overnight operation to save an injured hiker, amid challenges like hypothermia and flooding. A military helicopter was utilized for evacuation.

Phoenix and El Paso offer varied events for the New Year, from a Kings vs. Suns game, to the Million Dollar Quartet play, Fiesta Bowl Parade, art walks, and athletic activities.

New Year's Eve celebrations in the Valley led to multiple house fires and displaced families, with investigations ongoing and no injuries reported. Firefighters cite illegal fireworks as a cause.

A judge denied parole to the murderer of Howard Levey, with his brother Dan Levey ensuring the killer remains imprisoned for the 1996 Phoenix shooting.

Gila County authorities are searching for Deshawn Tarango, a person of interest in a New Year's Day shooting that left a juvenile dead in Globe, Arizona.

Arizona advances in fighting Valley Fever with a new rapid test developed by Dr. Thomas Grys of the Mayo Clinic and ASU, reducing diagnosis time to 10 minutes.

Phoenix's weather forecast includes a hazy start to the new year, reduced visibility, high humidity, and mild temperatures with intermittent showers and mostly sunny days ahead.

Phoenix area businesses offer January deals such as buy one, get one free pizzas, free coffee, discounted family meals, and various freebies to celebrate the New Year and express gratitude.

Coconino County issued a health alert for a confirmed measles case, advising those exposed to monitor for symptoms and urging vaccination, especially for the unvaccinated.