ADOT warns of Phoenix freeway closures and traffic restrictions due to ongoing improvement projects. Major detours include eastbound I-10 this weekend, with alternative routes suggested.

President Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported cars and parts, expected to raise vehicle and repair costs in the US, potentially affecting industry jobs and consumer prices.

Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers is accused of halting the HB 2030 "Stolen Valor Act," despite bipartisan support, due to personal motives linked to past political endorsements.

The Phoenix Parks and Recreation Board agreed to close certain South Mountain Park trails during extreme heat warnings to ensure safety and reduce first responder burdens.

Arizona AG Kris Mayes urges eligible consumers to claim compensation from a $39.1 million Apotex settlement regarding generic drug price manipulation.

Phoenix weather forecast predicts increasing clouds with a high near 83°F and winds shifting west southwest. Conditions will clear slightly at night. The weekend will see sunny skies and mild winds, with highs in the low 80s.

AG Kris Mayes supports bipartisan legislation to block contraband cell phones in prisons, citing public safety concerns and the need for effective jamming systems.

A multi-vehicle crash on I-40 near Holbrook, Arizona, claimed five lives, including a high school student and a Colorado family. Investigations are ongoing, and communities mourn the loss.

Attorney General Mayes and a coalition of 21 attorneys general publicly oppose tactics by the Trump administration targeting the legal profession, defending the rule of law and judicial independence.

Scottsdale police are investigating after three people were found dead in a home, with preliminary evidence suggesting a murder-suicide with no ongoing community threat.

Gilbert's Town Council has raised wastewater rates to cover infrastructure maintenance costs, with an increase of $29.26 monthly for residents starting April, while Environmental Compliance fees remain unchanged.

Arizona's Loop 202 widening project leads to closures and lane restrictions on the Santan Freeway, affecting traffic flow with partial and full road shutdowns.

Chandler's Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Division hosts the third Women's Empowerment Luncheon on May 9, featuring keynote Nicole Lance and a panel of female leaders.