Arizona's AHCCCS faces scrutiny amid a fraud scandal within sober living homes, affecting Medicaid funds and indigenous populations. Providers like The Haven are caught up, facing financial issues due to withheld payments by the state.

Teen Tim Mellema rescued his family from flooding in Globe, Arizona but suffered a severe arm injury in the process. A nurse provided lifesaving first aid. Community support, including a GoFundMe campaign, has followed.

A woman was arrested by Phoenix police for her involvement in a fatal crash with a rideshare vehicle, where the passenger died due to injuries sustained.

Arizona lawmakers Willoughby and Shamp are urging a pause on new disability assessment policies to include community input, citing concerns over the impact on vulnerable residents.

Patricia Messner of Pearce Elementary School named 2025 Arizona Rural Schools Association Teacher of the Year for her commitment to student success and innovative teaching.

Coconino County Public Works earned its seventh APWA accreditation, recognizing its public works best practices and over 1,000 miles of roadway management.

Rep. David Schweikert leaves his congressional seat to run for Arizona governor, joining a crowded Republican primary field without Trump's endorsement, sparking GOP internal conflicts and Democratic critique.

Tempe's Movies in the Park returns every Friday in October at Kiwanis Park, kicking off with "Lilo & Stitch." The event features free films, pre-movie activities, and a Halloween-themed Family BOO Bash.

Surprise, Arizona introduces a free Spanish and English Qualified Water Efficient Landscaping (QWEL) certification program for local landscapers to promote sustainable practices and water efficiency.

Maricopa County's Heat Relief Network's efforts seem to reduce heat-related deaths, with only 156 confirmed cases this year compared to last year's 265.

Arizona State Representatives Martinez and Lopez have called out RUCO for not adequately addressing their constituents’ concerns regarding rising utility rates by a foreign-owned company.

Arizona's Forestry Department completed 35,000 acres of forestry projects in FY 2025, a 40% increase from the previous year, focusing on wildfire prevention and forest health.

A fatal off-road crash in Peoria killed a 14-year-old; others were injured as two motorcycles collided on Old Carefree Highway. The police are investigating the incident.