Mexican national Jesus Ernesto Dessens-Romero was sentenced to 10 years in prison for smuggling illegal aliens into the U.S. for profit, one of whom died during the journey.

Sierra Southwest Cooperative Services Inc. has received $55.2 million for three new energy storage systems in rural Arizona, aiming to cut energy costs and foster job growth and sustainability.

Pima County officials opt for empathetic strategies over enforcement after the Supreme Court allows cities to ban public sleeping, facing a shortage of shelter beds.

Arizona closed its voter registration for the August primary elections, with Republicans leading in numbers, followed by Independents and Democrats. Voter registration was available online and in-person, with early voting starting soon.

Tempe's 4th of July Celebration is set to take place at Tempe Beach Park with activities, live music, and fireworks. It supports local youth organizations and advises public transit due to limited parking.

Four teens were arrested for the robbery and murder of 15-year-old Mateo Corona in El Mirage, with the crime allegedly planned by 18-year-old Joey Hernandez-Silvas.

Gilbert, Arizona, will celebrate Independence Day at Gilbert Regional Park with free admission, live music, a drone show, and fireworks. Parking costs $15. Gates open at 4 PM on July 4th.

A man named Andrew Lin had his belongings, including a camera and SD cards with personal photos, stolen from his car while he slept in Phoenix. Police are seeking information on the suspect caught on camera.

The Tonto Basin Bridge in Gila County has opened, ending the hazardous journey across Tonto Creek which claimed lives, including three children in 2019.

The article discusses upcoming Fourth of July celebrations, youth sports leagues, community park improvements, and city announcements in Surprise, as featured on "Surprise Lately."

The ADEQ has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County, advising residents of high ozone levels and suggesting limiting outdoor activities, especially for vulnerable populations.

The audit of MICTED revealed financial and data management lapses, including a lack of internal controls and formal policies for fund management and insufficient collection of CTE program outcome data.

City offices close for Independence Day, but police, fire, and waste services remain operational. The Aquatic Center and other administrative offices will be shut. Normal operations resume July 5th.