Gilbert, Arizona's Native American Management Internship program highlights two Navajo Nation interns, aiming to integrate traditional knowledge with municipal experience.

The Gilbert Fire & Rescue Department offers holiday safety tips, emphasizing cooking and decoration fire prevention and the importance of smoke detector maintenance.

The Chandler Fire Department launches its annual holiday toy drive, hosting an event where donations yield a fire engine ride, and plans to distribute toys to local children in need.

Blackout Wednesday, the night before Thanksgiving, draws massive crowds to bars in Phoenix and Scottsdale, amid concerns about binge drinking and holiday stress. Venues prepare for the busiest night of the year, promoting safe transportation options.

Coconino County introduces a new tax payment kiosk in Page to simplify property tax payments, with another in Flagstaff, enhancing service efficiency.

Avondale announces its Avondazzle Holiday Light Displays at Old Town Avondale and Avondale Civic Center from December 7 to January 1, 2026, featuring a new attraction, 'Lights on Western.'

The Pinal County's 32nd Annual Safety Road-eo had over 300 competitors from Arizona compete in various municipal skill events, despite weather challenges. Joshua McGinnis won the Top Gun award.

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren filed for, and was granted, a Temporary Restraining Order to stop a legislative bill that he claimed was an illegal attempt by Speaker Seth Damon to remove him from office.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy advised holiday flyers to dress better as a way to potentially improve behavior and the travel atmosphere amid record Thanksgiving travel.

A Scottsdale resident found a bobcat and its kitten living in their home, prompting their removal and release by Arizona Game and Fish Department officials.

Arizona implemented I-17 flex lanes to ease Thanksgiving traffic as advised by transportation agencies, with no freeway closures expected as travelers are encouraged to drive efficiently.

A winning 'The Pick' lottery ticket sold in Scottsdale, AZ, ties for the fourth-largest jackpot at $12.8 million, and the winner has 180 days to claim the prize.

Lake Havasu City announces Thanksgiving closure of administrative offices and the Aquatic Center, with essential services unaffected and changes to waste collection schedule.