An elderly couple died in an apparent murder-suicide at a Mesa group home, with Jerome Woolums shooting himself and his wife Katharine, who later died at the hospital.

Man indicted in overdose case dies before arrest; YCSO's lengthy probe into a fatal fentanyl overdose led to the now-deceased suspect, emphasizing the fentanyl crisis.

Domestic violence case manager Racal Ramos was fatally shot by her live-in boyfriend while planning to leave him; her story highlights the risks of leaving abusive relationships and the need for safe exit strategies.

Page Unified School District #8 is seeking a new Governing Board member, with interviews for six candidates facilitated by an advisory committee. Coconino County residents can email feedback until October 17, 2025.

Flagstaff is hosting a meet and greet with the two finalists for City Manager, Joanne Keene and Doug Schulze, on Wednesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at City Hall.

Coconino County Treasurer Sarah Benatar announces her candidacy for NACo's 2nd Vice President, aiming to be the first Latina and Treasurer to serve in the role.

Aaron Ware received a life sentence plus 58 years for shootings, including an attempted murder of a detective.

Ginna Carico is appointed as the new Director of Intergovernmental Programs for the City of Glendale, bringing over a decade of experience in government relations.

Senator Mark Kelly urges Congress to act on healthcare cost hikes, citing the urgency of the issue and criticizes Congressional Republicans for not negotiating. He highlights a Phoenix woman's plight to illustrate the consequences of inaction.

Registrations are open for the Turkey Trot 5K Run and Fitness Walk in Fountain Hills on November 27, with Mayor Friedel's challenge to benefit a food bank.

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office has switched to the Smart911/RAVE Alert System for faster emergency notifications, urging residents to sign up for updates.

Maricopa County strives to identify John and Jane Does using technology, with 235 active cases despite resolving over 2,700 since 2023. A Phoenix man's identity was solved after two decades via genetic genealogy.

Phoenix police shot and killed an armed man who was holding a woman at knife-point after responding to a 911 call about a fight at an apartment complex.