Gilbert, Arizona received the GFOA's Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for its comprehensive annual report for FY 2024, marking 34 years of recognition.

Peoria's landscape is changing, with land acquisitions and tech company relocations, discussed by Deputy City Manager Mike Faust on the city's podcast, "What's Up Peoria!" Residents can create podcasts at the Amplify Studio.

An arrest was made in the 2017 murder of Evin Paulos after a manhunt. Michael Anthony Arredondo was apprehended in Mexico and has confessed to the stabbing. A tip to the victim's family led to the resolution of the case.

Tempe continues recovery after a destructive microburst, dealing with extensive damage and cleanup, while a local sawmill repurposes fallen trees into furniture.

Driver and five teens were arrested after a reported shooting and ensuing police chase in Scottsdale; no victims were found but shell casings were discovered, and a handgun was later found in the suspects' car.

Mark Alan Rodman from Peoria, Arizona, was sentenced to 334 years in prison for child sexual abuse, following a trial for incidents dating back to 1995.

Arizona Governor Hobbs declared a State of Emergency for Gila and Maricopa counties due to severe weather damage, with $200,000 allocated for recovery efforts.

A 13-year-old boy in Gilbert, Arizona was arrested after leading police on a high-speed chase in his mother's SUV, with speeds exceeding 100 MPH, and eventually crashing the vehicle. No injuries were reported.

Ian Mitcham's trial for the 2015 murder of Allison Feldman started, with his arrest rooted in familial DNA evidence linked to his brother and past DUI sample, after legal debates on its admissibility.

Mark Alan Rodman received a 334-year sentence for sexually abusing young relatives; family members reported the abuse, leading to his conviction on molestation and sexual conduct charges.

The White Mountain Apache Tribe chairman, Kasey Velasquez, faces sexual assault allegations from HR Director Wendy Ruiz, and is on administrative leave pending investigation.

Phoenix Fire Department celebrated the promotion of 54 firefighters at an event attended by families and colleagues, highlighting the department's commitment to service.

Sen. Mark Kelly criticized Trump's foreign policy on "Face the Nation," questioned the legality of U.S. strikes, and urged for resolution of the government shutdown and healthcare premium issues.