Litchfield Park is closing Staggs Park restrooms and Tierra Verde Lake dock for improvement projects starting May 8, 2024, with limited sidewalk access during construction.

El Mirage joins the Heat Relief Network to provide hydration stations and cooling centers from May 1-Sept 30, offering respite from heat with details on their website.

Tucson collaborates with the ICC for the 44th Building Safety Month to emphasize the importance of building codes through weekly themes and community engagement.

Cargill Meat Solutions recalls over 16,000 pounds of ground beef, sold at Walmart, due to potential E. coli contamination, while no illnesses are reported.

The Gilbert Police have classified the "Gilbert Goons" as a criminal gang after investigating incidents of teen violence and the death of a 16-year-old.

Kuehne + Nagel Inc. is laying off 227 employees in Arizona after Honeywell Aerospace decided to insource logistics, impacting two Valley facilities by July 31.

A teen was killed and another injured in a west Phoenix crash linked to a reported shooting. David Juarez died after his car caught fire. Richard Salazar has been charged with murder and armed robbery.

Prescott Valley initiates a community survey for strategic planning, conducted by Onpointe Insights targeting selected voters and utility customers for input on town services and quality of life.

Lake Havasu City honors fallen firefighters through the "Light the Night" campaign, with landmarks like the London Bridge lit in red and residents encouraged to display red lights.

The Valley offers a weekend filled with diverse events, including a Vegan Street Fair, a Cinco de Mayo Festival, ballet, a Padres vs. Diamondbacks game, and a Randy Johnson photography exhibit.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs plans to sign a repeal of the state's 1864 total abortion ban, reflecting a significant shift in women's health and autonomy.

The Pinal County Board of Supervisors decided to put a transportation tax on the ballot, delayed a decision on a wireless facility, prepared to sue a homeowner for code violations, and made several proclamations for May.

Fountain Hills plans to honor fallen firefighters during the National Memorial Weekend, with the town's fountain lighting red and a special proclamation by the mayor.