DNA evidence leads to the arrest of Steven Paul Lipton for a 2009 sexual assault case involving an eight-year-old girl in Peoria, after new testing funded by SAKI grants.

Phoenix sees increased use of chilled water stations amid heat, dispensing the equivalent of 150,000 plastic water bottles. Volunteers are key to their maintenance, with 7 stations operating and more planned.

Surprise is recruiting youth for the Surprise Youth Justice Project to engage in restorative justice by participating in Teen Court. Applications are due by August 20 for an August 25 start.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed an executive order to join ArrayRx, potentially cutting prescription costs by up to 80% for users of the ArrayRx Discount Card.

The MEDIC Careers Act, sponsored by Senators Kelly and Rounds, aims to assist military medics in transitioning their skills to civilian health care jobs, addressing a predicted nurse shortage.

Kyrene de la Sierra Elementary School in Ahwatukee closed temporarily due to high indoor air particulate levels, causing concerns among parents and leading students to be relocated. School officials face scrutiny over their handling of the situation.

Authorities identified the human remains found in 1987 at Lake Mead as Carol Ann Riley, a missing woman from San Diego. Her identification was made by a forensic odontologist.

Fountain Hills announces its 17th Make a Difference Day on October 18, 2025, offering free home maintenance help to residents in need. Applications for assistance open until September 1; volunteer sign-ups start August 11.

The article discusses the closing of historical restaurants in Phoenix and the preservation of others, reflecting on the city's food scene and cultural identity.

The Dreamy Draw Music Festival in Scottsdale announces its lineup, including The Lumineers and Vampire Weekend. The festival expands this year with more artists and increased capacity, offering various ticket options for the November event.

Arizona's tech growth fueled by AI is creating data center expansions, but it strains the local power grid and raises concerns about cost distribution.

San Tan Valley voters lean towards incorporating as a town for local governance and control over services like law enforcement and fire control, with early reports showing 66.58% in favor.

Phoenix anticipates extreme heat with temperatures expected to reach 115 degrees, with minimal cooling at night. A slight chance of weekend showers is forecasted.