Rep. Grijalva requests an extension to the public input period for Arizona's Hermosa Mine Project, emphasizing the local Hispanic community's need for additional time to assess its impacts.

A deadly accident occurred when an Amazon semi-truck's tire blew out on I-10, causing the truck to hit an overpass and kill two employees. Traffic was halted for hours. Amazon expressed sorrow and the overpass was deemed safe after an inspection.

Phoenix is set to experience high temperatures reaching into the high 90s and possibly hitting 100 degrees. Forecasts suggest sustained heat with evening lows in the mid-60s to low 70s throughout the week.

A man from Oro Valley was indicted for assaulting a Border Patrol agent with a firearm, facing up to 20 years for assault and a mandatory minimum of seven years to life for brandishing the weapon.

Arizona's Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Horne, has called for a ban on Amnesty International in two high schools, accusing it of spreading antisemitic content.

Rep. Ruben Gallego supports the ETA Act to enforce airline transparency and guarantee cash refunds, not vouchers, to travelers for flight disruptions.

Students in Mesa won a PSA contest for promoting safe travel methods; Alex Barker took the Grand Prize. Winning entries will be shown in Harkins theaters and receive various prizes.

Pinal County celebrates "National Travel and Tourism Week" from May 19th-25th, 2024, highlighting the economic and quality-of-life benefits of tourism.

Maricopa is investing 40% of its Capital Improvement Plan budget on road maintenance to improve street conditions, prioritizing crack-sealing and protective coatings on various key roads.

Women's Health Week is being observed to encourage women to prioritize their health by getting regular check-ups and focusing on nutrition and mental well-being. Arizona has introduced a reproductive health resources site to assist women.

The Pinal County Board discussed election prep, land management, and zoning during their meeting, with updates on upcoming events and recognitions of county staff's service and dedication.

Two sons in Arizona were involved in separate incidents of severe domestic violence, with one accused of stabbing his parents and grandparent, and the other of shooting his parents due to his dissatisfaction with his upbringing.

HALO Animal Rescue in Phoenix is waiving adoption fees for long-term resident dogs like Patrick, a 7-year-old Pit Bull mix, to encourage adoptions. Dogs have varying needs, and the shelter ensures they are vaccinated, sterilized, and microchipped.