Arizona lawmakers debate a Stolen Valor bill to increase penalties for lying about military service, with the House passing it and the Senate considering it amid contention and concerns over free speech.

Lori Vallow Daybell's murder conspiracy trial enters day three, with Vallow Daybell questioning witnesses about her late husband's death, who was shot by her brother. Witnesses testify about Vallow Daybell's beliefs and the night before the murder.

An Arkansas family sued after finding a hidden camera in their Scottsdale Airbnb, which captured intimate moments. The police found old footage on the camera, and the homeowner is unresponsive.

Phoenix is bracing for a stretch of hot weather, with temperatures expected to reach nearly 100 degrees as the city moves into the weekend. The rising heat marks the steady approach of summer, bringing clear skies and warm conditions for residents and visitors alike.

Mesa and HUD observe Fair Housing Month, marking the Fair Housing Act's anniversary and Mesa's commitment to fighting housing discrimination and supporting housing opportunities through funding programs.

Arizona's AG Kris Mayes secured a Consent Decree with Turner Mining Group to address sex-based hostility and wrongful termination of a female employee.

Arizona Republicans, led by Rep. David Marshall, are urging Interior Secretary Burgum to stop the shutdown of coal plants, claiming energy independence and job preservation. They cite Trump-era executive orders in their push to reactivate old plants.

Desert Botanical Garden in Phoenix presents Orchid Fever, it's first indoor orchid show with over 3,000 orchids, emphasizing conservation and species diversity.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. visited Arizona to support bills banning processed foods in schools and soda purchases with food stamps, amid debates on health and nutrition policy.

UFC fighter Henry Cejudo's home was burglarized, with his championship belt and other items stolen. A $10,000 reward is offered for the belt's return.

Arizona House Republicans propose a legislative stopgap to address a $122 million funding shortfall in services for developmental disabilities, accusing the governor's administration of expanding programs without approval.

Avelo Airlines will start using three of its jets for ICE deportation flights from Mesa Gateway Airport on May 12, with plans to expand its operations and hire local staff.

The Phoenix Rescue Mission needs donations to provide Easter baskets and essentials to underprivileged families and seeks community support before April 9.