Senators Mark Kelly and John Cornyn introduce a resolution to designate June 30 as National Asteroid Day to recognize space science and planetary defense, coinciding with the 10th anniversary of the global initiative.

Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego facilitated the safe return of Arizona students stranded in Israel due to Middle East conflicts. Safety was ensured through coordinated efforts with U.S. and Israeli officials.

Tony Marie Gonzales was killed in a hit-and-run in Glendale; her fiancé Ira Smallcanyon, the police, and family mourn and seek information on the unidentified driver.

Phoenix, AZ, is expected to experience clear skies and a heat wave with temperatures climbing into the triple digits, reaching highs up to 114°F. Residents are advised to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable populations.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed two budget proposals from the Arizona House, risking a government shutdown ahead of the fiscal year deadline, despite efforts to prioritize spending and avoid disruption.

Arizona Rep. Blackman supports SB1507, a bill for independent oversight of the state's prison system, to ensure accountability and responsible spending of the $1.8 billion budget.

The Arizona Department of Corrections issued a response to an inquiry by Senator Payne and Representative Nguyen but withheld detailed information, raising questions about transparency.

Apache Junction announces schedule changes for city facilities during Independence Day, including closures on July 3 and 4 with some services like the police department remaining operational.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed House Republican budgets, calling them "partisan, sham budgets" and urged for serious negotiations to avoid a state shutdown.

Maricopa County's Board of Supervisors contracts BerryDunn for an election process audit to enhance their election systems for over 2.6 million voters.

Apache Junction is getting 118 new streetlights to improve road safety, funded by a $1.6 million federal grant, with construction underway by Michiana Contracting, Inc.

Moses Lake Industries opened a new semiconductor manufacturing and research facility in Mesa, Arizona, emphasizing collaboration and innovation in the industry.

ADOT has started a major project to expand and upgrade Interstate 10 in southeastern Tucson, including adding lanes and reconfiguring interchanges, with a budget of $600 million.