Phoenix introduces Healthy Giving to guide residents on giving sustainably and effectively, focusing on organizations that provide housing, meals, job support, and recovery services, aiming to address issues like overdose deaths.

Casa Grande seeks young visionaries for its Youth Commission. Students in grades 8-12 can apply until May 7, 2025, to impact local decisions and gain leadership experience.

The Gila Bend Library faces closure after the local school district ended its partnership, impacting essential community services and access to resources.

Prescott Valley may update its Comprehensive Fee Schedule, with pending discussions in a Town Council Meeting and a Public Hearing for community input.

Gold prices have risen, drawing prospectors to Arizona, while Spokane pawn shops warn of fake gold scams. Enthusiasm for prospecting clashes with the reality of fraud.

The Super B-Dog Memorial Run in Tempe was held to remember Braxton Ackerman, who drowned, and raise drowning prevention awareness through education and resources, including swim lessons and pool fences.

Jensen Pike is considering a civil lawsuit against Sacred Journey Inc., the Mesa group home tasked with his late daughter Emily's care. Despite no arrests yet, the family and their law firm seek justice and prevention of future neglect.

Phoenix florists, including Mia Ortiz of Mia's Flower Shop, face the challenge of tariffs on imported flowers and related goods during Mother's Day and prom season, which could lead to increased bouquet prices.

Devin Booker donated $200 to a 9-year-old's drink stand fundraiser, boosting support for Almost There Rescue and inspiring further community contributions.

Saint Simon and Jude Cathedral in Phoenix hosted a special mass honoring Pope Francis's legacy of mercy, led by Bishop John Dolan, coinciding with Divine Mercy Sunday.

Sierra Academy in Scottsdale hosted an "Alice in Wonderland"-themed prom, "A Mad Tea Prom," for its special needs students, focusing on inclusivity and joy.

Volunteers in Navajo County, AZ, rescued a mare and her foal from a mud pit, with the efforts documented by Betty Nixon of Friends of the Heber Wild Horses.

Camp Ignite in Surprise, Arizona, offers high school girls a chance to learn fire safety and life skills from June 23-27, with applications due by May 16.