Alex Bangash in Maricopa County faces new sex crime charges, indicted on seven counts including kidnapping and assault, in addition to prior sexual assault charges. He is detained without bail and presumed innocent until proven guilty.

Glendale city offices are closed on Thanksgiving and the following Friday, with essential services on a modified schedule. There will be no trash collection on Thanksgiving.

Maricopa introduces bocce courts at Copper Sky, part of a broader effort to enhance local park amenities, including new ballfields and shade structures, with a larger Field House and distinctive Mike Ingram Heritage Park soon to be added.

Mayor Linda Friedel of Fountain Hills invites residents for "Coffee with the Mayor" on November 20th at Mountain View Kitchen for open discussion and questions.

Rescue teams in Maricopa County conducted heroic efforts to save individuals from a sudden flood in Wickenburg, involving both ground and aerial rescues.

Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro has appointed Kelsey Jahntz as Deputy Chief of Staff, Robyn Poole as General Counsel, and Daniel Tilleman as Deputy General Counsel to enhance the GOP staff.

Senators, led by Ruben Gallego, urge HHS and OMB to address delays in Head Start funding, citing a GAO report on potential Impoundment Control Act violations and the impact on communities.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs announced $750,000 in grants to support veteran services, including tackling veteran homelessness, as part of the Homes for Heroes initiative.

Arizona's bipartisan congressional delegation is advocating for increased rural health support, seeking fair federal funding under the Rural Health Transformation Program to address local challenges.

Casa Grande libraries host events including a Thanksgiving puppet show, app session, blood drive, and movie activity, plus regular programs like game sessions and craft clubs.

Queen Creek has updated its special event permit process, requiring organizers to use the Eproval system for events impacting traffic, needing a liquor license, or involving large-scale sound systems.

Two men were killed in separate shootings in north Phoenix. Craig Poorthunder was arrested for one murder, while the second case, involving victim Kevin Mitchell, remains under investigation. Police seek information from the public.

Brock Purdy returned from injury, leading the 49ers to a win over the Cardinals with three touchdown passes, while George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey also shined.