The Arizona Corporation Commission cut APS's demand-side management budget for 2024 from $91 million to $40 million, with criticisms on energy efficiency subsidies but support for Virtual Power Plant strategies.

The Phoenix Police are looking for Mario Ibarra Carillo, a missing 72-year-old man with a condition that may cause confusion, last seen at 11th Ave and McDowell Rd.

Goodyear, Arizona is anticipating the opening of its first Buc-ee's in summer 2026 and residents use Goodyear311 to report city issues. The city is growing fast with job increases leading to more apartment constructions.

Phoenix is set for continued sunny weather with temperatures rising to 78°F, calm winds, and clear skies, as reported by the National Weather Service.

Phoenix Fire Department partners with St. Mary's Food Bank for a Holiday Food Drive, collecting non-perishable food items at local fire stations to alleviate food insecurity.

The City announced lane shifts on Acoma Blvd through December due to a water main installation, with traffic control measures in place. Paving work will also cause minor delays; access to properties will be maintained.

Arizona's ADCRR is overhauling inmate mail procedures, requiring all inmate mail to pass through a new Phoenix hub for screening, starting January 7, 2026. A grace period is set from December 15, 2025, to January 15, 2026.

The article recounts the 22nd Annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards in Arizona, where Governor Katie Hobbs and the community commended individuals and organizations for their notable volunteer efforts.

The City of Flagstaff is hosting a food drive to aid those affected by the federal shutdown, collecting non-perishable food, baby supplies, and winter accessories for distribution by the Flagstaff Family Food Center.

A man from Mesa, Arizona, was sentenced to nine years in prison for a fentanyl overdose death after selling pills that led to a victim's fatal overdose in March 2020.

Federal disaster loans are available for small businesses and private nonprofits in New Mexico affected by drought, with application deadlines in early January 2026.

Prescott National Forest managers plan prescribed fire operations in the Prescott Basin to manage hazardous fuels, enhance forest health, and mitigate wildfire risks, with potential burning through January 2026 if conditions allow.

Erik Guderian has been appointed Transportation Director for Mesa, succeeding the late RJ Zeder, with support from the City Manager for his expertise.