Progress is made on Arizona wildfires, with the Washington Fire 67% contained and the Sheep Spring Fire still at 0% containment, as firefighting efforts continue.

US 93 near Kingman will be closed for one hour on August 26 for a rock blasting test by ADOT, part of a $106 million interchange project set to complete in 2027.

Surprise City calls for volunteers to pack meals for food bank on October 25 at a Day of Service event, with limited spaces requiring pre-registration.

Governor Katie Hobbs calls for a thorough investigation into the handling of the Dragon Bravo Fire in Arizona due to discrepancies in responses and overlooked warnings.

Arizona Supreme Court requires judges to explain re-entry to cases after recusal, reversing Judge Dickerson's decision in Contreras v. Bourke for lack of transparency.

Senators Gallego and Moreno visited Colombia, discussing organized crime, the economy, and China's influence, and met with President Petro to address coca production and certification concerns.

ADOT confirms no mainline freeway closures in Phoenix from Aug 22-25; Loop 101 ramp to I-17 to reopen Aug 29. Proposition 400 and 479 fund improvements. Use AZ511 for real-time updates.

Buckeye city offices and libraries closed for Labor Day, but a celebration is planned at the Aquatics Center, with bulk trash pickup shifting to an appointment system.

Senator Mark Kelly criticizes the Trump administration for funding cuts to community colleges, stressing their importance to the economy and job market, especially in Arizona.

Izzy Siniscalchi is recovering after a severe brain injury from a 70-foot snowboarding fall, making progress at Barrow Neurological Institute without physical injuries aside from brain swelling. She now advocates for helmet use on the slopes.

Rescue crews training nearby saved a 75-year-old man, Bill Davis, from drowning after he was swept away by a river current during a float trip with his wife.

An armed burglary suspect was shot dead by Chandler police following a chase and collision, with the incident under investigation and no officer injuries reported.

One of the accused in the assault of former NHL player Paul Bissonnette has pleaded guilty, with a potential sentence including jail time and probation.