Gilbert Town Manager Patrick Banger Set to Take New Role in Glendale After 14 Years of Progressive Leadership
Gilbert's Town Manager Patrick Banger is leaving to join Glendale next year, leaving behind a legacy of economic growth and improved infrastructure after 14 years of service. A transition plan for an interim manager and his successor is underway.
Arizona’s Coconino County Wins Award for Justice Bus Initiative Bridging Legal Services Gap in Rural Areas
Coconino County's Justice Bus, a mobile court initiative, was acknowledged with the 2025 Judicial Branch Strategic Agenda Award from the Arizona Supreme Court for improving legal access in rural areas.
Maricopa’s CRN Program Shines Beyond Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Offering Continued Support to Community Members
The City of Maricopa's CRN Program provides community support, connecting individuals to resources like mental health care, housing, and domestic violence assistance, beyond the capacity of first responders.
Phoenix Communities Rally Support Amid SNAP Benefits Crisis, Schools and Centers Lead Donation Efforts
Phoenix communities are rallying to support SNAP beneficiaries during a government shutdown, with Cherokee Elementary School leading a food drive and Paz de Cristo Community Center initiating a campaign for food and monetary donations.
SNAP Crisis Looms in Arizona as One Million Face Hunger, Senator Kelly and Gov. Hobbs Slam Trump Amid Shutdown Showdown
The article reports on the potential suspension of SNAP benefits in Arizona due to a government shutdown, highlighting concerns from local politicians including Sen. Mark Kelly and Gov. Katie Hobbs, and efforts to find alternate solutions.
Senator Gallego and Dem Cohort Slam Acting CFPB Director for Allegedly Axing Agency in Defiance of Federal Court Order
Democratic senators, led by Ruben Gallego, address a letter to CFPB Acting Director Vought regarding concerns of an alleged plan to shut down the bureau, contrasting the Trump administration's court statements.












