Arizona adds Juvenile Law to its Legal Paraprofessional Program, allowing paraprofessionals to work on juvenile cases, as announced by the state's supreme court.

Marro Technologies, a Tucson-based startup, streamlines software expenses for businesses by tracking actual software usage to reduce unnecessary licensing costs, with successful client impact and $2.1 million in revenue.

Pima County's Housing First program won a national award for aiding justice-involved people with homelessness, receiving the 2024 NACo Best in Category for Criminal Justice and Public Safety.

The AAED held its executive leadership retreat, focusing on Arizona's economic development with key players, including Pima County's Heath Vescobi-Chiordi who is set to become AAED's vice president.

Chispa Arizona launches a $200,000 campaign to educate voters on the role of the Arizona Corporation Commission, emphasizing its impact on utility regulation and everyday life.

A bill aims to improve the career mobility of the Shadow Wolves, a Native American tracking unit, by allowing job service conversion after three years.

Governor Katie Hobbs launches a new apprenticeship program with Intel and the Arizona Commerce Authority to train technicians for the semiconductor industry in Arizona.

The Arizona Capitol Museum's application process for 2024 event reservations starts on September 14, 2023, for the Historic Senate Chamber and a week later for outdoor events.

Osman Perez Vazquez was sentenced for arson after setting two houses on fire in West Phoenix, endangering lives and causing significant damage. He pleaded guilty and received a four-year prison term, followed by probation.

Registration for the Tot Time program in Surprise starts on August 5 for residents and August 12 for non-residents, offering educational activities for 3- to 5-year-olds.

The Stock the Classroom Drive in Gilbert is collecting school supplies for the third year until August 15 to support local schools, with an Amazon Wish List and various drop-off locations available for donations.

Phoenix is set to experience a heatwave with temperatures soaring into triple digits, clear skies, and a slight chance of evening thunderstorms throughout the week.

Two winners claimed large prizes from Arizona lotteries: one won $1.7 million in Chandler from Triple Twist, and another won $50,000 in Phoenix from Powerball.