MCACC urges residents to adopt one of the nearly 600 dogs in their shelters during the holidays, stressing the importance of considering the lifelong commitment of pet adoption.

Phoenix area restaurants are offering dine-out and take-home options for Christmas, catering to a trend of convenience and variety in holiday dining. Options range from high-end courses to casual and fast-food specials.

Phoenix's Madison Center for the Arts announces a diverse 2025-26 season, while State Farm Stadium and Chase Field gear up for major tours, including Ed Sheeran and My Chemical Romance.

Phoenix firefighters tackled two major fires affecting multiple businesses over the weekend, with no injuries reported and causes under investigation.

Rental prices in Phoenix and nearby cities Mesa and Glendale are dropping, with reports from Zumper indicating declines in one and two-bedroom apartments. Economic uncertainty and a shift in views on homeownership are influencing the rental market.

Buc-ee's begins constructing its first Arizona location in Goodyear, planning to open in June 2026. The Happy Valley Casino is also set to open in the Spring of 2026, promising job creation and economic benefits.

An FDA-approved trial in Arizona is studying the effects of whole-mushroom psilocybin on PTSD in first responders and veterans, led by Dr. Sue Sisley.

The Pabustan couple in Arizona continues their tradition of giving through "Smiles from Caleb," honoring their late son by distributing toys to children.

The Angel Tree Christmas program in Arizona supports children of incarcerated parents during the holidays. However, issues at the Arizona Department of Corrections affect inmate releases and participation in self-improvement programs.

Maricopa County officials are seeking to end federal oversight of the MCSO, citing improved compliance with court orders, while community activists and the ACLU argue that ending oversight could risk a return to past discriminatory practices.

Coolidge Elementary students dramatically improved their math scores after Principal Erik Collins spent a night on the school roof to encourage academic excellence.

Origami Ramen's owner, Yusuke Kuroda, struggled to obtain $50,000 owed by Uber Eats until ABC15 intervened, resulting in the funds' release and plans for a new matcha café.

A dead body was found in a Phoenix canal, with police investigating the identity and cause of death. Another body was also reported nearby, shaking the local community. Details are pending as the inquiry continues.