Kyrene School District in Tempe, AZ will stop providing bus transportation for athletic events from the 2025-26 school year due to bus driver shortages.

Phoenix seniors suffer as A/C fails in their apartment complex with a repair timeline of up to 20 weeks amid extreme heat; the city has issued violations and is assisting residents.

Harkins Theatres opens Harkins BackLot, an entertainment venue in north Phoenix featuring a cinema-sized sports screen, interactive bowling, VR, and a full-service restaurant.

The owners of Glai Baan restaurant are opening a new dining concept in Tempe at the historic home of Arizona's fourth governor, with a 2026 opening planned.

The Valley and Washington state face a significant eviction crisis, with record-high filings and increased pressure on legal aid programs assisting low-income tenants.

Matt Giordano has been appointed as the new Phoenix Police Chief by City Manager Jeff Barton, an experienced law enforcement professional with over three decades in the field.

Public hearing scheduled in Casa Grande for transit plan expansion, including extended service hours and a larger service area, with community input encouraged.

Huss Brewing Co. becomes ASU Athletics' official craft beer partner, opening taproom in stadium, with proceeds supporting Sun Angel Collective and student-athletes.

Amazon reports success with its drone delivery service in Tolleson, Arizona, with plans to expand into the broader Phoenix area. The service offers swift deliveries with a fee, and new drones can handle diverse weather conditions.

Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro announced staffing changes in the Majority leadership team, including Grant Hanna as Chief of Staff and Matt Specht as COO, ahead of the legislative session.

Phoenix activates emergency measures, including cooling centers and water distribution, to combat a severe heatwave, while fire department's CAP offers rides to those in need.

Rescuers saved a dog named Hailey from a 100-foot fall down an abandoned mine shaft in Mohave County using a twin-tensioned rope system; she emerged uninjured.

Two men were injured in a late-night drive-by shooting in Laveen Village, Phoenix. The suspected shooter later turned the gun on himself and was taken into custody.