Queen Creek Town Council approves two ordinances to streamline development services, delegating approval powers to specific administrators to quicken processes for builders and developers.

Maricopa County releases an interactive heatmap to track the impact of heatwaves on health, providing real-time updates on heat-related illnesses and fatalities, enhancing public awareness and response to heat dangers.

Maricopa launches an All-Ages Summer Coloring Contest, with submissions accepted through July 31, 2024, featuring local themes and prizes for various age groups.

Maricopa improves traffic safety by upgrading stops and adding a new signal on Honeycutt Road, guided by state codes and traffic data, as well as incorporating community feedback.

The City of Surprise announces its July 4th Independence Day Celebration featuring fireworks, food trucks, music, a baseball game, and a pool party, with free admission and a request for canned food donations.

Gilbert, Arizona, was ranked as the 6th Best Place to Raise a Family in 2024 by WalletHub, topping the list in the state for its range of family-friendly attributes.

Tempe, Arizona is recognized by the EPA as a Green Power Partner for its commitment to sustainability and use of renewable energy, aspiring to reach 100% renewable energy by 2035.

Mesa Adaptive Program and Red Mountain High School theater students will perform "Madagascar Jr." from June 6-8, promoting inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities. Tickets are available online.

Mayor Giles of Mesa has unveiled a new Youth Climate Action Fund offering grants for youth-led projects on climate issues, supported by Bloomberg Philanthropies with a $50,000 investment.

A Phoenix shootout left two dead, including the suspected shooter and an earlier shooting victim. The police officer, targeted but unharmed, returned fire during the incident. Investigations are ongoing.

A Taiwanese bioscience delegation visits Phoenix to seek partnerships and explore the city's medical tech advancements, with support from Mayor Gallego and Congressman Stanton.

Arizona's Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the conviction and first prison sentence for Medicaid fraud, with Ariell Dix sentenced to three and a half years for setting up fake clinics and scamming millions from state Medicaid.

ADOT has completed safety improvements on SR 80 near Bisbee, including new LED lights and reconfigured traffic lanes, adding a merging lane and bicycle lanes.