Dr. Laura Tohe is appointed as the new Arizona Poet Laureate by Governor Katie Hobbs to promote poetry across the state.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs opposes a GOP tax plan that she feels favors the wealthy, instead advocating for middle-class tax cuts and criticizing a tax hike on working seniors.

Queen Creek town offices are to close on Martin Luther King Jr./Civil Rights Day; emergency services still available. Trash and recycling continue as normal, while recreation facilities have holiday hours.

Tempe city services announce closures for Martin Luther King Jr. Day; essential services continue, while others like transit and waste management see schedule changes.

Cochise County Libraries introduced Northstar Digital Literacy to improve residents' digital skills for work, school, and daily life, offering certificates for job seekers.

Tom Newell, with nearly 24 years at YCSO Detention Services, was promoted to Lieutenant during a ceremony where his dedication to service and positive impact on the justice system were highlighted.

Residents rallied at Prescott Courthouse Plaza on National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, acknowledging the service of local law enforcement, with speeches emphasizing their sacrifices, community support, and inter-agency collaboration.

A server glitch in Maricopa County delayed document recordations, affecting transactions and highlighting a dispute over the control of server infrastructure between county entities.

Former ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt transfers to LSU after playing 7 games, throwing for 1,628 yards and 10 touchdowns.

Arizona authorities rescued an 8-year-old Mexican boy believed to have been trafficked and arrested a woman involved after a traffic stop revealed inconsistencies in her story.

Gabby Giffords and Senator Mark Kelly reflected on the 2011 Tucson shooting and honored the victims, including Gabe Zimmerman, at an emotional trailhead visit.

Arizona Senator John Kavanagh introduces Senate Bill 1080 to allow school districts to partner with developers to convert unused schools into affordable housing, mainly for teachers and essential workers.

Fountain Hills will host an open house on January 22nd to discuss the Palomino Boulevard reconstruction project, emphasizing the importance of keeping residents informed.