Phoenix forecasts show a wet start to the week, with showers and thunderstorms expected and temperatures around 70°F. Visibility may be limited due to heavy rain and mist.

Gilbert advises residents to prepare for a weekend rainstorm with potential hazards, offering sandbags from certain fire stations and urging caution while driving.

Arizona Senators Kelly and Gallego urged the state's Republican House members to address impending health care cost hikes and end the government shutdown.

Senator Mark Kelly spoke on the Senate floor about Arizona constituents facing rising health care costs, citing stories of those affected by expiring tax credits.

The FBI's "Summer Heat" initiative led to 411 arrests in Phoenix, targeting violent crime and protecting children, with over 8,600 arrests nationwide including gang members and drug seizures.

Cochise County offers early voting with two additional Saturdays and seeks poll workers, ensuring accessibility with ADA-compliant vote centers and various support services.

Janet Beason and 7-year-old Shawn Letford are named Grand Marshal and Junior Grand Marshal for the 2025 Billy Moore Days in Avondale for their community service.

Avondale's annual Creepin' Candy Crawl is set for October 30 with activities like trick-or-treating, a costume contest, and food trucks at Alamar Park.

Surprise, Arizona, has introduced two new public art pieces at Surprise Stadium, with an unveiling event scheduled for October 30. "Bounce" and "Swing" reflect baseball and local heritage.

The Casa Grande Animal Care & Adoption Center will launch a mural project and host an adoption event with free and reduced fee adoptions and a vaccination clinic.

Maricopa's Stagecoach Days returns with events including a photo contest, pecan-themed treats, carnival rides, and the free-entry Party at Pacana with live music.

Casa Grande warns of upcoming roadwork affecting commutes, including COX Communications inspections and new traffic signals, with recommended caution for drivers.

Apache Junction's City Clerk, Evie McKinney, has earned the Certified Municipal Clerk designation from the International Institute of Municipal Clerks.