The Arizona House has hired outside counsel to probe claims that Gov. Katie Hobbs’ administration steered special foster‑care payments to a major donor. The move adds a legislative review to ongoing criminal and county inquiries.

A Phoenix grand jury has indicted Joanna Chalup Cortez after a Jan. 6 shooting that wounded 4-year-old Qahsiem Sinclair. The child is recovering and trial is set for May 20.

A new Arizona bill would make allowing minors at drag performances a Class 4 felony and bar children from venues where shows are held.

Troopers and ADOT crews guided a baby javelina off westbound I-10 near Estrella Parkway in Goodyear and returned it to the wild. Officials urged drivers to stay inside vehicles and call 911 for wildlife hazards.

Arizona AG Kris Mayes joins a coalition of 21 attorneys general opposing DOJ's demands on Minnesota, considering them overreaches into state sovereignty and voter data.

Maricopa is considering a major real estate development proposal by Dozerland, LLC for high-density residential zoning and a Planned Area Development on a 150.86-acre site. Public meetings are scheduled to discuss the plans.

Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has requested an additional $2.85 million from the JLBC for election readiness, emphasizing the need for cybersecurity and operational efficiency to ensure a secure 2026 election cycle.

The search for Isabella Comas expands to Globe, AZ, with authorities and volunteers including locals Jacobson and McLagan, as concerns for her wellbeing arise following evidence of possible foul play.

Phoenix businesses join the "Ice Out of Everywhere" protest against ICE, with some closing down and others showing support in different ways, including a march to the Arizona State Capitol.

ICE reportedly paid just over $70 million for a 418,000‑sq‑ft Surprise warehouse, raising alarms among city officials and state lawmakers. Public records show the sale, but federal plans remain unclear.

Senator Mark Kelly urges President Trump to address high housing costs in Arizona, criticizing administration policies for exacerbating the crisis and advocating for solutions like the ROAD and HOPE for Homeownership Acts.

Bridge maintenance on River Road in Pima County may cause delays until February 20, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily, with flaggers on-site to direct traffic.

A traffic stop on I‑8 near Wellton uncovered 167.55 pounds of meth hidden in a false floor; one person was booked into federal custody. Investigators say the probe is ongoing.