Highs near 108°F in Phoenix today with gusty afternoons. Cooling centers including a 24/7 downtown respite site are open.

A scrapyard blaze in Maryvale sent thick black smoke across Phoenix; firefighters contained the flames and reported no injuries while crews worked through hot spots.

A large second-alarm structure fire broke out near 40th Ave and Indian School Rd in Phoenix; crews are on scene and thick smoke was visible over nearby neighborhoods.

Maricopa County confirmed the area's first West Nile-related death of 2026 and reports 17 human cases as mosquito activity rises. Officials urge prevention steps.

Phoenix crews recovered the body of a missing hiker at South Mountain on Tuesday. Officials point to steep, technical routes and heat as ongoing trail hazards.

SB 1400 would allow Arizona agencies to set up confidential wellness programs for first responders; the bill now awaits Gov. Katie Hobbs' signature.

A pedestrian died early Tuesday after being struck near 57th Ave and McDowell Rd in Maryvale. Police detained a driver and closed the road while detectives investigate.

Median weekly pay in Arizona rose about 25% over five years to roughly $1,213, but rising listing prices and rents have trimmed the real benefit for many households.

A two‑day undercover operation in Apache Junction led to the arrest of 10 people on felony charges, authorities say, after suspects traveled to meet who they believed were minors.

A 40-year-old Skydive Marana employee was killed after walking into an active plane propeller at Marana Regional Airport; police and federal officials are investigating.

A pursuit that began in the East Valley ended Monday on Loop 202 in Phoenix; Mesa police say a man was taken into custody. Investigators were on scene as crews cleared the crash.

Becky G and The Offspring will headline the Arizona State Fair Coliseum Concert Series this October; presale begins Tuesday and general tickets go on sale Wednesday.

Solari will end 211 Arizona’s live-operator phone service on Aug. 13, 2026, after the state budget left the program unfunded. The searchable directory and automated menu will remain available.