Phoenix celebrates St. Patrick's Day with festivities including food, drinks, live music, and entertainment at various venues, with some supporting charity.

St. Patrick's Day transitioned from blue to green due to Irish nationalism and identity shifts related to Irish independence and religious affiliations.

The NTSB report on the mid-air collision involving a Cessna and Lancair in Marana, Arizona, details two fatalities and an investigation into pilot communication as the airport lacks a control tower.

The Valley hosts various events, including the Irish Fountain Fest with fountain greening, music, and beer, alongside other cultural festivals and concerts.

A man named Darryl Skinner was fatally shot in Phoenix; Craig Arnwine was arrested for the murder. A second, unrelated shooting occurred downtown with no arrests yet.

The Chandler Museum's "Ceangal/Connections" exhibition celebrates a 15-year sister city relationship between Chandler, Arizona, and Tullamore, Ireland with diverse artistic works.

Senator Ruben Gallego opposes GOP spending cuts and the influence of Elon Musk on public policy, prioritizing veterans' benefits and Arizona's environmental needs.

Phoenix is close to selecting a new police chief, with four candidates remaining. The finalists were chosen after community input and a national search. A public forum is scheduled for March 19 to discuss the candidates.

Phoenix is a finalist in the IDC Smart Cities Awards for its Innovative Chilled Drinking Water initiative, with high-tech stations installed around the city.

Queen Creek hosts a free Cardboard Box Car Drive-in Movie event for Earth Month, featuring "The Wild Robot". Residents make eco-friendly cars from recyclable materials for a family-friendly evening with free popcorn and a sustainability emphasis.

Scottsdale's Cycle the Arts event combines cycling with art appreciation on an 11-mile bike tour featuring public art and insights from local artists. Registration is required for the free event.

ADOT announces freeway restrictions in Phoenix, including overnight closures and lane reductions, from March 14-17 due to maintenance and improvement projects.

Arizona officials call for stricter child safety reporting laws, with proposed bill aiming to expand mandatory reporting to more school personnel and improve procedures.