Harkins Theatres in Phoenix will screen the extended cuts of "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy from Jan. 19-24, featuring 4K projection and Dolby Atmos sound.

Registration is now open for the 20th edition of Pat's Run in Tempe, a 4.2-mile race in memory of Pat Tillman, with proceeds supporting the Tillman Scholar Program.

Swiss company Meyer Burger Technology AG is opening a solar module manufacturing facility in Goodyear, Arizona, aiming for a 2 gigawatt output by mid-2024 and creating 630 jobs.

The University of Arizona reached a settlement with a slain professor’s family and will improve campus security following a shooting by a former student.

The University of Arizona Law introduces a new Health Law & Policy Undergraduate Certificate and expands its graduate offerings, emphasizing the integration of legal knowledge in healthcare careers.

Nicole Stanton returns to the legal field as a partner at Dorsey & Whitney LLP in Phoenix after working in the cannabis industry, bringing her experience in litigation and legal ethics.

An investigation is underway in Chandler following reports of a local cat colony being targeted with BB guns, leading to injuries and fatalities among cats.

Phoenix police are seeking the public's help to identify a young woman found dead in south Phoenix and are offering a $2,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

Gilbert, Arizona mourns the loss of local chef Romeo Taus, owner of Romeo's Euro Cafe, who passed away from cancer. Community support continues through a GoFundMe for expenses.

Arizona residents are pushing for stricter fireworks regulations due to concerns over animal welfare, public health, and community distress. An online petition for stricter enforcement has over 27,000 signatures.

Residents voice concerns as Liberty Utilities seeks expansion after last year's water issues in Litchfield Park and Goodyear, Arizona. The company faces scrutiny at an Arizona Corporation Commission meeting.

The Paradise Valley Unified School District considers closing four schools due to declining enrollment, with further school boundary adjustments anticipated. Public forums are being held to discuss the matter.

Gilbert, Arizona is forming a subcommittee to address teen violence amidst concerns about a group known as the "Gilbert Goons" and investigating related incidents.