Federal budget moves would cut preschool and student‑parent grants that help thousands of Arizona families, potentially swelling waitlists and straining providers.

Clear and hot through midweek with highs near the mid‑90s; a Pacific system brings a 40% chance of showers Saturday. Plan outdoor time for mornings and evenings.

A Prescott Valley babysitter was sentenced to 52 years after pleading guilty to sexually assaulting a toddler and a bestiality charge, prosecutors say.

Arizona's attorney general says Fry’s will pay $120,000 after a deaf clerk was denied an ASL interpreter. The deal requires new training and interpreter access at Arizona stores.

Old Heidelberg Bakery, a family-run German bakery and market near Indian School Road, is closing after 57 years. Locals are planning last visits to stock up.

Country Thunder Arizona hits Canyon Moon Ranch April 9–12 with Lainey Wilson, Brooks & Dunn and more. Here’s what to know about set times, tickets and parking.

Phoenix is advancing a Bus Rapid Transit corridor on 35th Avenue and Van Buren with dedicated lanes, upgraded stations and safety improvements.

A woman was found shot near 29th Avenue and Polk Street early Monday, and police have set up a barricade as they try to remove someone from a nearby home.

IKEA will open a 75,000‑sq‑ft small‑format store at Village Square II in north Phoenix on April 8, offering thousands of items for same‑day pickup and an in‑store Swedish food concept.

A man stopped by Mesa police after a bicycle check died after a struggle near Dobson and University Drive. Authorities say the cause of death is under review.

A pickup crashed into parked motorcycles and pedestrians outside Harold’s during Cave Creek Bike Week, hospitalizing three people and leaving a victim shaken. Investigators have opened a probe.

A man was found dead near 44th Street and Earll Drive on April 5. Police say there were no obvious signs of trauma as the medical examiner takes custody.

A teenage boy was shot late Saturday near South 75th Avenue and Baseline Road in southwest Phoenix; police say his injuries are non-life-threatening and are investigating.