Pepper Lunch, a Japanese D-I-Y Teppanyaki chain, will open its first U.S. franchise at ASU's Tempe campus in Q4, offering a unique dining experience with sizzling hot plate dishes.

Nebraska presents competing abortion measures on the ballot, reflecting a national divide post-Roe v. Wade, while states like Arizona, Colorado, and Florida similarly grapple with abortion rights through voter referendums.

Phoenix is facing a week of intense heat, with forecasts predicting daily highs exceeding 100 degrees and reaching up to 108 degrees, adding to the city’s recurring heat patterns.

The "Barbie Truck Dreamhouse Living Tour" is visiting Arizona to celebrate Barbie's 60th Dreamhouse anniversary, offering exclusive merchandise at various locations in September.

The South Mountain Environmental Education Center in Phoenix has been renamed the South Mountain Visitor Center and is receiving renovations to improve visitor experience.

The Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum opens five new exhibitions focused on fiber art, including a fashion show, musical performance, and interactive sculptures, with free admission during regular hours.

Westbound Interstate 10 in Arizona will be closed between US 60 and I-17 from Sept. 6 to Sept. 9 for road work, including multiple ramp closures, affecting traffic and requiring detours.

A Silver Alert has been issued for Razija Predin, a 75-year-old woman missing since September 5, 2024, from Scottsdale, Arizona. She suffers from a medical condition causing confusion.

The Arizona Parks and Recreation Department's Arts & Culture Division won APRA's Outstanding Cultural Awareness Program award for their Juneteenth event.

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office welcomes three new deputies from other states after an oath ceremony, highlighting the area's growth and the county's support for law enforcement.

A Pima County corrections officer was arrested for allegedly assaulting an inmate during booking. The officer, on administrative leave, faces aggravated assault charges.

Phoenix welcomes fall with various festivals featuring food, art, and music, including the Rockin' Taco Street Fest and Arizona State Fair in September, as well as the Garlic Festival and Oktoberfest celebrations.

The ASRS reminds members to confirm their enrollment status online to ensure benefits and account accuracy and avoid potential issues with their retirement plans.