Tolleson's 5th Annual Back to School Backpack Giveaway provided school supplies and backpacks to students, supported by sponsors like Amazon Prime Air and volunteers.

Peoria is considering fee schedule changes, with a public hearing on August 5, 2025, for resident input. Information is available at the City Clerk's Office and online.

Officials in Cochise County criticized the Mexican Gray Wolf reintroduction program and called for full compensation for ranchers' losses, while also supporting the Range Rider Program to reduce wolf-cattle conflicts.

Arizona's Department of Health Services warns of summer dangers for children, emphasizing the prevention of heat-related illnesses and drownings, and offering safety tips like never leaving kids in cars and designating a 'Water Watcher'.

Attorney General Kris Mayes calls for federal action due to extended power outages in Arizona, criticizing the management of the San Carlos Irrigation Project and describing the situation as a failure in oversight.

Maricopa's Summer Reading Program amasses over 1 million minutes read, surpassing last year's totals with 1,740 participants engaged in the initiative.

Phoenix first responders saved a trapped motorcyclist, with Sgt. Jarrett's bodycam capturing their efforts. The rescue involved lifting a car and using a ladder for leverage, resulting in the victim's good recovery despite a broken leg.

Arizona's Secretary of State Adrian Fontes seeks funding for cybersecurity after an Iranian hack modified a candidate portal and election results page. He requests $10 million for updates and $3.5 million annually for maintenance.

President Trump's new executive orders on DEI have led to the cancellation of the Desperado LGBTQ+ Film Festival at Paradise Valley Community College.

A Phoenix apartment complex suffered an A/C failure, leading to one death and hospitalizations as temperatures rose. The Arizona AG intervened, prompting repairs by the management.

Urban Fraiche Restaurant, featuring Mediterranean cuisine with farm-to-table ingredients, opens in Phoenix, offering a menu focused on seasonal, healthy dishes. It follows the values of the Urban Fraiche Lifestyle brand.

Phoenix ranks as the 4th best big city for renters in 2025, with two suburbs, Scottsdale and Gilbert, also highly ranked for their quality of life despite being upscale areas.

Phoenix Police investigate a suspicious death of a male near 16th Street and Camelback Road after finding a body. Details are limited and further updates are expected.