Desert Sky Park in Gilbert is planning an expansion with new facilities including a splash pad, multi-use fields, inclusive playgrounds, pickleball courts, and more, with community input shaping the design.

Valerie Wyant, Clerk of Superior Court for Coconino County, announced her resignation effective January 8, 2026, to become Associate Clerk in Pima County. She served since 2015 and has over 25 years of experience in Arizona's judicial system.

SWAT standoffs in Arizona and Kentucky led to the arrest of gunmen after hours-long incidents, leaving both communities shaken without reported injuries.

Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen seeks to honor the late Charlie Kirk by proposing a bill to rename State Route 202 the "Charlie Kirk Memorial Loop 202."

Phoenix suffers two family tragedies from separate drive-by shootings, with 17-year-old Jonathan Walke injured and 15-year-old GiaGinette Brown killed in her sleep.

The Casa Grande Public Library offers a variety of events including storytimes, crafting, health and Spanish classes, film screenings, and gardening talks, from September 15-20, for all ages.

Governor Katie Hobbs of Arizona issued an executive order to expedite energy projects and reduce costs, establishing the Arizona Energy Promise Taskforce to support infrastructure growth and energy affordability.

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management began the Reach 11 Fuels Reduction Project in Phoenix to reduce wildfire risks and restore ecosystems near Loop 101 and State Route 51.

A road rage incident in Yuma led to the death of 17-year-old Javier Figueroa after being hit by a car driven by his brother, Juan, who is now facing murder charges.

Phoenix is set for a warm week with temperatures approaching 100°F, a slight chance of rain midweek, and highs potentially reaching 107°F by next Tuesday.

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park in Scottsdale celebrates its 50th anniversary with a $13.1 million upgrade, including new attractions like The Roundhouse and a splashpad, resulting in a 160% increase in summer attendance.

Cochise County has scheduled two more public meetings on the Jail District election, including rescheduled dates in Sierra Vista and Benson due to prior weather cancellation and community demand for information.

The Casa Grande Police issued a Silver Alert for 77-year-old Wayne Mitchell Larson, missing since Monday, last seen in a blue Nissan Rogue heading west on I-8.