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.

Fountain Hills announces its State of the Town address on January 28th at 7:30 a.m., highlighting local developments and the theme "Rising together. Building for tomorrow."

Copper Sky Multigenerational Center is closing its second-floor facilities for renovations from December 22 to January 2, but will offer alternative workout options downstairs.

Gilbert's inaugural Polar Plunge event aims to support the Aquatics Scholarship Fund by inviting residents to take a cold swim for children's water safety.

Tempe's Kiwanis Wave Pool offers Winter Waves event with open wave pool sessions from December 13-28, including a special day with Santa on December 21st.

Senator Ruben Gallego is proposing the "One Fair Price Act" in response to an investigation revealing variable online grocery prices, potentially caused by AI and data-driven pricing strategies.

The Scottsdale Unified School District is closing Pima Elementary and Echo Canyon K-8 due to budget gaps, declining enrollment, and rising costs, despite community opposition and calls for transparency.