AG Mayes leads a coalition suing the Department of Education to block changes to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program, arguing the rules are unlawful and politically biased.

Apache Junction inaugurates a new workforce development service at the public library through the ARIZONA@WORK Pinal County partnership, offering employment assistance like resume writing and labor market data.

Local organizations in Phoenix are gathering food donations to address food insecurity caused by halted SNAP benefits and government delays, as reported by FOX 10 Phoenix and AZFamily.

A man in Tempe, AZ was arrested for breaking into a vacant house, while in Tennessee, five were detained for a similar crime, with charges including burglary and weapons possession.

A Goodyear home was destroyed by a fire caused by a bathroom fan, with no injuries reported but resulting in displacement of residents. Firefighters could not save the residence which is now a total loss.

Amid a government shutdown, Arizona's SNAP recipients are left without benefits, and local volunteers and "grocery buddies" nationwide step in to provide food assistance.

Video of a violent encounter between security guards and a concert-goer at "One Big Party Fest" in Phoenix leads to public outrage and demands for accountability.

NASCAR driver Joey Gase honors young organ donor Abraham Torres on his racecar during an Xfinity Series event.

Senator Mark Kelly warns of possible significant health insurance cost increases for Arizona families if Congress doesn't extend tax credits, with potential monthly premium hikes from $168 to $755.

A federal court ruling allows the use of contingency funds to support SNAP in Arizona, as local businesses step up to offer aid during the funding crisis.

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office probes a homicide at Del Rio Drive and SR 260 following a shooting. Suspect Henry Greer, 53, was arrested and charged with First-Degree Homicide. The investigation is ongoing.

Arizona faces a SNAP benefits freeze due to the federal government shutdown, with Governor Hobbs blaming the Trump administration and seeking resolution as nearly 900,000 individuals risk losing food assistance.

The National Weather Service predicts a week of clear skies and warm temperatures for Phoenix, with highs around 89 degrees and lows in the low 60s, accompanied by calm winds.