Extreme heat and a post‑Fourth surge have left Maricopa County shelters more than 100 dogs over capacity; the county is offering reduced adoption fees and urging fosters and adoptions.

Tempe Community Action Agency donated more than $61,000 to keep the Church of the Epiphany cooling center open during an extreme‑heat stretch. The funds will pay for staffing, hydration and supplies for low‑income residents and seniors.

Casa Grande has lined up libraries, fire stations and nonprofits as cooling and hydration stations to give residents water and air-conditioned relief.