Susan Bustamante received the Unsung Hero Award at the Civic Champion Dinner for her long-term role as a Pinal County poll worker dedicated to election integrity.

Commander Cathy Allen is retiring from the Coconino County Sheriff's Office on June 25 after a career marked by advancements in administration, community engagement, and collaborations within the justice system.

Phoenix Police issued a Silver Alert for missing 72-year-old Harry Schuldt, last seen near 27th Ave and Indian School Road, wearing a grey t-shirt, tan pants, and a blue cap. He suffers from a medical condition; public help is sought.

San Luis received the GFOA's Certificate of Achievement for financial reporting for the 12th consecutive year, emphasizing transparency and high standards.

Glendale's City Council approved a $1.46 billion budget for fiscal year 2025-26, focusing on public safety, water services, and traffic improvements without raising property taxes.

A community gathered to remember 17-year-old Evan Clark at a memorial service, with his mother expressing deep loss. No arrests in his and Pandora Kjolsrud's deaths were reported.

Tony Marie Gonzales was killed in a hit-and-run in Glendale; her fiancé Ira Smallcanyon, the police, and family mourn and seek information on the unidentified driver.

Apache Junction is getting 118 new streetlights to improve road safety, funded by a $1.6 million federal grant, with construction underway by Michiana Contracting, Inc.

ADOT has started a major project to expand and upgrade Interstate 10 in southeastern Tucson, including adding lanes and reconfiguring interchanges, with a budget of $600 million.

Court orders restoration of $1 billion for EV infrastructure, blocked by the Trump administration, after a lawsuit led by Kris Mayes and 13 states against the freeze on funds appropriated by Congress.

The Scottsdale City Council approved $760,000 for various human services programs to support housing, crisis intervention, and aid for youth and elderly.

A man died in a north Phoenix house fire, where heavy flames and smoke were reported. Firefighters contained the blaze, with one firefighter injured. The cause remains under investigation.

Lori Vallow Daybell, convicted of attempted murder in Arizona, is seeking a new trial, alleging her constitutional rights were violated and her illness impeded her ability to represent herself. She accuses the court of bias and procedural issues.