Phoenix welcomes spring, ideal for planting with tips from local experts emphasizing the importance of proper watering and choosing heat-friendly plants.

Scottsdale Police reported a rise in arrests and calls for service at the WM Phoenix Open, with 63 arrests and 1,011 calls in 2025, up from previous years.

The City of Phoenix invites public input on selecting a new Police Chief through an online survey and a Finalist Forum, seeking community engagement for a decision vital to the City's future.

A report details Arizona as a significant source of firearms used in crimes nationwide, with increasing concerns over ghost guns and machinegun conversion devices highlighted by the ATF.

Scottsdale partners with HonorHealth, aiming to become Arizona's first "Blue Zone" by implementing community-wide wellness strategies for increased longevity.

An Arizona nonprofit faces shortages of diapers and wipes after its LA supplier diverted aid to wildfire victims.

SRP monitors Roosevelt Lake's water inflow with advanced tools, facing a dry winter. Reservoirs are at 71% after wet 2023 and 2024. Despite current scarcity, SRP can supply water for three years and stresses conservation for Arizona's future.

First-time homebuyers in the Valley face steep challenges in a shifting market, with a median first-time buyer age of 38 and Arizona aiding with support programs, as per an ABC15 report referencing NAR data.

Tempe Elementary School District renamed a school after Geneva Epps Mosley, recognizing her as a pioneering educator and breaking ties with the previously named school's association with the Ku Klux Klan.

Denise Vasquez, a Waddell resident, received a life-saving kidney transplant from a fellow Chicago Cubs fan, Cathy Weadley, after they met at a baseball game.

ADAC's essay contest for Middle and High School students focuses on "African Americans and Labor," inviting submissions that explore the influence of Black professionals in fields students aspire to join.

Valentine's Day can be triggering for domestic violence survivors, with incidents often rising during the holiday. Legal protections and support are vital for those affected.

A survey revealed that 86% of Phoenix Police officers disapprove of interim Chief Michael Sullivan's leadership, with similar sentiments echoed by the police sergeants and lieutenants association.