The 3rd Annual Dementia Caregiver Summit in Fountain Hills offers resources and support to caregivers, featuring experienced speakers and aiming to empower attendees.

The Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety awarded the Tombstone Marshal's Office $19,335 to improve highway safety, with plans to address impaired driving, speeding, and seatbelt use.

Chandler's city council chamber experienced tension over a proposed $2 billion data center, with residents expressing concerns about resource use amidst a water crisis and rising electric bills.

Phoenix Fire Department mourns the loss of Capt. Luke Moran after over 20 years of service, remembering his dedication and heroism during a 2014 rescue operation.

Gilbert, Arizona has launched "Gilbert Goodies," a collection of local-themed merchandise. Sales support the Neighbor 2 Neighbor program to aid local nonprofits.

The Surprise Resource and Senior Centers will be closed December 24-26, with limited meal services offered. Alternative meal options are available through local senior centers, with details for ordering provided.

Casa Grande is accepting applications for its 2026 Resident Leadership Academy to educate residents about local government, with sessions starting February 4, 2026.

Fire management teams at Fort Apache Indian Reservation are conducting pile burning operations and monitoring treated areas for safety, with new burns planned and public cautioned to remain alert.

Maricopa County launches a nonprofit to support shelter pets and enhance their welfare, while also increasing the expenditure cap for animal care donations to $350,000.

Police in Apache Junction seized explosives from a vehicle after de-escalating a crisis situation near a treatment center; the individual involved was referred to mental health services.

The Desert Botanical Garden in Arizona is preserving endangered desert plants by banking seeds and caring for poached cacti, with research on cultivation led by Steve Blackwell.

Bob Schober of ProWest Roofing shared $35,000 with Walmart shoppers after his company's sales hit $70 million, while Blake Resnick's Brinc aims to replace Chinese drones with American-made ones in US markets.

Durant’s Steakhouse in Phoenix reopens on Dec. 17 after a restoration, maintaining its classic charm with minor modern upgrades while preserving iconic features and classic menu items, along with introducing new dishes.