Katie Wilken is promoted to Director of Development Services in Goodyear, bringing 20+ years of experience and extensive city knowledge to her new role.

Goodyear welcomes its first wine bar, Bacchus Wine Bar, in downtown GSQ, pioneered by local entrepreneur Jack Vozar. The "Growing Goodyear" podcast discusses the new venture and the city's strategic business attraction efforts.

Avondale city hosts its first Green Business Summit on April 24 to promote sustainable practices among local businesses, with in-person and virtual attendance options.

Governor Katie Hobbs announced the fourth Future48 Workforce Accelerator in Arizona, partnering with LG Energy Solutions and Central Arizona College to boost advanced manufacturing jobs.

Arizona State Troopers seized over 1,500 pounds of fentanyl in a six-month operation, culminating in the arrest of six suspects facing state and federal charges.

Gilbert Town Council schedules public hearings to discuss maintaining the property tax rate for fiscal year 2024-2025, with the current rate proposed to remain unchanged. Residents are encouraged to participate.

Glendale is updating its century-old city charter, seeking residents to join a review committee. Applications are due April 14th for the initiative starting in May, with the revamped charter to be voted on by March 2026.

Elen Asatryan becomes Glendale's first Armenian-American woman and youngest Mayor, succeeding Dan Brotman, with a history of civic engagement and successful entrepreneurship.

A Glendale teacher was arrested for allegedly recording students undressing, while a Buckeye teacher faces sex crime charges involving a student. Both are under investigation with serious implications for school safety protocols.

Governor Katie Hobbs addresses University of Arizona's leadership transition and stresses the importance of addressing the university's financial struggles and public accountability.

Phoenix may soon restrict homeless camps near schools and childcare centers after a subcommittee approved an ordinance amendment, despite criticism that it doesn't solve homelessness.

Paul McCartney's dog was seen sporting an ASU collar on Instagram, reflecting McCartney's family ties to the university through his wife, Nancy Shevell, an ASU alumna.

Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. has sold 365 lots in its Teravalis development in Buckeye, with homebuilders including KB Home and Lennar Corp., investing millions as the project aims to build 100,000 homes and accommodate 300,000 residents.