Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs Launches "Food Bucks Now" to Aid SNAP Recipients Amidst Federal Shutdown
Gov. Katie Hobbs of Arizona implements "Food Bucks Now" to aid SNAP beneficiaries during the federal shutdown, offering vouchers for fresh foods and allocating $1.8 million from COVID funds to support food banks.
Gilbert Residents Decry Soaring Water Bills, Call for Rates Rollback Amid Affordability Crisis
Gilbert residents expressed concerns over rising water bills at a town council meeting, noting some bills had tripled. The increases are for funding infrastructure and supply, but audits and customer service improvements are planned amid skepticism.
Mesa Police Officer Stable After Shooting, Suspect Found Deceased Following Standoff Near Sossaman and Ray Roads
An officer was hurt and a suspect killed in a Mesa shooting after police responded to a call about a possibly impaired trespasser. The suspect fired at the officers during a standoff.
Phoenix Women Share Their Personal Fights Against Breast Cancer, Urge Vigilance in Health Screenings
Two Phoenix women, a physician assistant and a mother/grandmother, share personal battles with breast cancer to highlight the disease's unpredictability and the importance of regular health screenings.












