A former Mexican policeman, Martin Eulalio Molina Lopez, was sentenced to 63 months in US prison for illegal possession of firearms after using straw purchasers.

Kristin Tyler, Surprise’s Public Works Director, received the ‘2025 Top Ten Public Works Leaders of the Year’ award from APWA for her exceptional work in the field.

Shannon Smith was sentenced to 8.5 years in prison for accruing nearly $300,000 in medical bills using a stolen identity in Maricopa County. The crime occurred from September 2022 to March 2024. Smith must also pay restitution.

Oracle, Arizona is evacuating due to the Cody Fire, which has burned 1,218 acres and is 5% contained. Evacuation centers are open and updates are provided online.

Arizona prepares for the 2025 wildfire season, highlighting collaborations in Payson's Town Hall for wildfire mitigation, involving utilities, agencies, and communities.

Vigilante groups targeting alleged child predators in Arizona have led to arrests, but raise legal and safety concerns, with law enforcement stressing the importance of professional investigations.

Phoenix, AZ, is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures reaching over 100°F midweek and staying warm with low 70s at night, with low chances of rain and low humidity.

Landscaper Manuel Vega Lopez was fatally shot in Gilbert; renter Wyatt Ford has been charged with second-degree murder.

Arizona election officials Eslir Musta and Tonia A. Tunnell join the National Standards Board for Election Administration to aid in updating voting standards.

Queen Creek Police Department tightens safety measures for graduation season, emphasizing responsible celebration, traffic awareness, and curfew adherence.

The city of Goodyear plans to increase primary property taxes by 2%, resulting in an added $303,271 in revenue, affecting homeowners with higher taxes.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes criticizes the Social Security Administration for service failings that impact Arizonans and demands action to resolve the issues.

The Chandler Museum's "Pony Up! Cowgirls of Chandler" exhibit celebrates the impact of local cowgirls on the town's history, featuring artifacts and stories until Nov. 2.