The Mesa Police Department, in partnership with the Governor's Office of Highway Safety, is launching the 2024 Holiday DUI Task Force to reduce DUI incidents through January 1, 2025.

The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department offers safety tips for the holiday season, focusing on cooking and decoration fire prevention, and stressing the importance of smoke detector maintenance.

Chandler's "Struthio" video won a Rocky Mountain Emmy for Graphic Arts. Mayor Hartke praised the win and production team. The city also garnered nominations for other civic promotional videos, marking Chandler's first foray into Emmy recognition.

Avondale begins construction of a new, modern Fire Station #171, set to replace the old one by February 2026, ensuring continuous emergency services with potential traffic delays due to construction.

Pima County's Pima Animal Care Center is offering free pet microchipping from Nov. 27 to Jan. 5 to increase the chances of lost pets being reunited with their owners.

Gilbert, Arizona, hosts a variety of holiday events including charity drives, Santa visits, and festive activities for families and pets, culminating in a Noon Year’s Eve celebration.

Old Town Scottsdale promotes local shopping with Shop Scottsdale Saturday, featuring complimentary gift-wrapping, entertainment, and free tote bags for shoppers on Nov. 30.

The Queen Creek Police Department recommends safety measures for holiday shoppers, such as vigilant possession of cards and cash, caution with personal devices, and secure online shopping practices.

Scottsdale wins the 2024 Voice of the People Award for online resident engagement, recognized for using tools like Speak Up Scottsdale and Hello Scottsdale to facilitate community dialogue.

Casa Grande, Arizona, is considering a fee increase, with a public meeting set for December 16, 2024, to discuss the changes potentially effective from January 1, 2025.

Avondale announces the Avondazzle Dash event on December 21, 2024, starting at 8 a.m. at the Civic Center with 5K, 10K, and a Winter Waddle 1K races, festive activities, and registration available until December 20.

Residents in Scottsdale are divided over Axon's headquarters expansion and a 74-acre mixed-use site, fearing community disruption despite potential economic benefits.

Lake Havasu City has announced the closure of administrative offices and the Aquatic Center for the Thanksgiving holiday, with altered trash pickup schedules but no interruption to emergency services.