Phoenix is emerging as an MMA hub, with high-quality training and Arizona State University producing notable fighters. Local gyms, such as Arizona Combat Sports and The MMA Lab, contribute to a supportive community.

Proposed reclassification of marijuana by Trump could benefit Arizona's cannabis industry by easing financial burdens and facilitating research, with local businesses like Mint Cannabis and industry experts watching closely.

Utah Senate President proposes Utah help California build desalination plants in exchange for part of its Colorado River allocation, amid broader water scarcity and interstate negotiations.

Last-minute shoppers in Phoenix visited stores like Safeway on Christmas Eve for essentials and gifts, exhibiting a mix of urgency and holiday spirit.

Various essential workers and first responders worked during Christmas, providing crucial services and maintaining public safety, with some businesses also showing generosity through donations.

ASU launches "Operation Comeback," a program offering financial aid and support to former students to help them complete their degrees, including clearing some unpaid balances.

The article discusses the strict border policies under Trump's administration, highlighting daily deportations and the effects on migrants, with personal experiences and criticism of democratic erosion.

Phoenix pet owners are advised to update pet tags and microchips, with MCACC offering resources and tools such as the Stray Animal Map and 24PetConnect.com to help find lost pets.

The article discusses the Italian-American tradition of the Feast of the Seven Fishes celebrated on Christmas Eve, detailing its importance, varied traditions, personal rediscoveries, and how restaurants offer their own interpretations.

Creighton University in Phoenix uses an AI chatbot to teach student nurses how to handle end-of-life care conversations, a skill often neglected in nursing education.

An Arizona family settled a wrongful death lawsuit after Derek Swanson died following dental anesthesia complications. The family is advocating for dental surgery practice changes.

Last-minute shoppers in Phoenix visited stores like Safeway on Christmas Eve for final purchases, from stocking stuffers to alcohol, with a festive yet calm atmosphere reported.

Three Arizona restaurants made Yelp's 'Top 100 Ramen Shops 2025' list, with Yutaka Japanese Restaurant ranking 22nd, Daruma Ramen and Bowl 28th, and Daruma Sushi/Roll/Noodle 44th.