Patricia Messner of Pearce Elementary School named 2025 Arizona Rural Schools Association Teacher of the Year for her commitment to student success and innovative teaching.

A Phoenix group is advocating for historic status for a mid-century modern building, formerly Pedro's Mexican Restaurant, to preserve local history and architecture.

Residents in Globe and Miami struggle with inadequate insurance after floods, facing high premiums and outdated floodplain maps. Local leaders seek state and federal help as recovery costs mount.

Surprise, Arizona introduces a free Spanish and English Qualified Water Efficient Landscaping (QWEL) certification program for local landscapers to promote sustainable practices and water efficiency.

Maricopa County's Heat Relief Network's efforts seem to reduce heat-related deaths, with only 156 confirmed cases this year compared to last year's 265.

Arizona's Forestry Department completed 35,000 acres of forestry projects in FY 2025, a 40% increase from the previous year, focusing on wildfire prevention and forest health.

The city of Glendale unveiled Al McCoy Memorial Park and SHAZAM! Court, honoring local broadcasting legend Al McCoy, with a dedication ceremony attended by community members and Phoenix Suns figures.

The FTC has fined Amazon $2.5 billion for deceptive subscription practices, necessitating clearer Prime membership cancellation options and refunds for certain customers as per ROSCA.

Volunteers assist with cleanup in Globe and Miami, Arizona, after floods destroy parts of the towns. Residents express the need for federal aid and future flood preparedness.

Arizona flood victims deal with lost cars and financial burdens, while autonomous Waymo vehicles struggle with flooded roads, prompting a temporary operational halt and highlighting the need for technological adaptation to severe weather.

Planned Parenthood Arizona stops accepting Medicaid due to a Trump administration policy denying funds to abortion providers, affecting healthcare access for marginalized groups.

Arizona's new law requiring ID for adult content prompts Pornhub to block state users; concerns rise over privacy and efficacy as citizens turn to VPNs to bypass restrictions.

The Globe, Arizona community is uniting to recover from severe flash floods, with efforts focused on clean-up, sandbag distribution, and emotional support, as businesses and residents face significant losses.