Surprise, AZ will hold a Veterans Day parade and festivities on Tuesday, with a parade at 10 a.m. and events until 3 p.m., amid road closures and traffic advice.

The Phoenix Police Department won the top prize at the 2025 Versaterm Innovation Awards for its use of technology that improves community relations and streamlines operations.

ADOT announced the winners of its 2025 Safety Message Contest. Over 3,700 votes were cast, with top slogans aimed at promoting road safety due to be displayed on Dynamic Message Signs across Arizona.

Trader Joe's opens in Goodyear to enthusiastic crowds, with a mother-daughter duo first in line, marking a growth in the city's shopping and dining offerings. Mayor Pizzillo celebrates the opening as a positive development for the local economy.

Chandler celebrates its 69th Tumbleweed Tree Lighting with parades, performances, and festivities on Dec. 6. The iconic tree, decorated with 1,000 tumbleweeds, lights up at 8 p.m.

Arizona Governor Hobbs acts to ensure SNAP recipients get full benefits following a court order and USDA guidance, addressing delays from the previous administration.

Flagstaff facilities will close for Veterans Day; trash pickup will be delayed, but the Aquaplex and Jay Lively Center remain open. Services resume Wednesday.

Arizona's ADCRR announces new restrictions on inmate phone calls, limiting prisoners to a pre-approved list of 20 contacts to enhance safety and compliance.

Phoenix expects clear skies and warm temperatures, with a high near 89 degrees and light winds today. Temperatures will stay mild through the week, with minimal changes and a slight chance of rain by the weekend.

Cochise County voters approved a new tax to fund the construction of a modern detention facility, with officials expressing gratitude for community support.

Controlled fires on the Fort Apache Indian Reservation aim to reduce wildfire risks and improve forest health. Smoke and light ash may affect nearby communities, with advisories for sensitive individuals.

Legislators introduce a bill to modify Social Security COLAs to better reflect the economic challenges faced by senior citizens, proposing a shift to CPI-E for a more accurate measure of retirees' expenses.

Senator Gallego supports a bill to improve transition services for veterans to prevent suicides, following high suicide rates among Arizona veterans. The bill aims to enhance mental health support in TAP and Solid Start programs.