Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes opposes Trump's birthright citizenship order, highlighting potential harm and financial burden to the state post-Supreme Court ruling. Mayes vows to continue the legal fight for constitutional protections.

Chandler is converting 25 acres of grass to xeriscape to save water, supported by WIFA and designed by J2 Engineering, with community involvement in the planning.

Phoenix is expecting a heatwave with temperatures forecasted to reach up to 116 degrees Fahrenheit, prompting advisories for residents to stay cool and hydrated.

ADOT advises safety and preparedness for travelers during the July Fourth weekend, noting that state highways will be open without planned closures, but to expect heavy traffic and potential unexpected delays.

Phoenix has formed a task force for Fourth of July safety, aiming to reduce fireworks-related accidents through law enforcement and public awareness. They promote city-run events as safe alternatives to illegal fireworks.

Phoenix will experience traffic delays due to ADOT's freeway improvements, with closures on Westbound Loop 202, Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard, and US 60 at 75th Avenue affecting weekend travel.

Scottsdale City Council approves $760,000 to enhance local Human Services programs, benefiting various demographics and focusing on housing, crisis response, and senior services.

Richard Bird, a 77-year-old man with a medical condition causing disorientation, was found safe after going missing in Gilbert, AZ.

Attorney General Kris Mayes advocates for the FDA to regulate heavy metals in baby food, citing concerns over children's health and recent recalls due to lead contamination.

A two-year-old child drowned in a Gilbert backyard pool, prompting an investigation by local authorities, who responded to the evening incident on June 25, 2025.

The Scottsdale Food Bank has moved to a larger warehouse, increasing its capacity to serve more households and enhancing its programs and partnerships.

Maricopa's Great American 4th event at Copper Sky Regional Park features fireworks, food trucks, vendors, a free kids' zone, and leisure options like aquatics, with festivities beginning at 7 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m.

Eric Peterson named Coconino County's new deputy manager, succeeding the retiring Kim Musselman. His background includes finance and administration roles in Missouri and Wisconsin.