The Movies in the Park event is returning to Kiwanis Park in Tempe this May, featuring free film screenings on the first four Fridays, starting with "Moana" on May 2, alongside pre-movie activities.

Mesa and HUD observe Fair Housing Month, marking the Fair Housing Act's anniversary and Mesa's commitment to fighting housing discrimination and supporting housing opportunities through funding programs.

Arizona's AG Kris Mayes secured a Consent Decree with Turner Mining Group to address sex-based hostility and wrongful termination of a female employee.

Metronet to resume fiber installation in Casa Grande, with construction on Florence Boulevard and Arizola Road starting April 10, lasting two weeks with lane shifts.

Daniel Coxworth is appointed as Casa Grande's new Planning and Development Director, replacing the retiring Paul Tice.

Avondale Police Department is relocating its speed safety cameras to new sites to curb speeding, effective April 21, 2025, with fines starting at $185 for violations.

Avondale's youth can apply for the city's Teen Employment and Mentorship Program from April 7 for Summer 2025, offering job training and part-time work within city government.

Coconino County is seeking a new Superior Court judge, inviting public input on four candidates before interviews on May 1. Details for submitting opinions are available online, with the Governor to receive a shortlist after evaluations.

Arizona's House joins a coalition suing the NRC for restrictive regulations on advanced nuclear technology deployment, like SMRs, aiming to facilitate energy innovation.

Arizona enacts HB2114, a law toughening penalties for those over 21 convicted of sexual conduct with 15-17-year-olds, changing it from a class 6 to a class 4 felony, with bipartisan support.

Arizona Republicans, led by Rep. David Marshall, are urging Interior Secretary Burgum to stop the shutdown of coal plants, claiming energy independence and job preservation. They cite Trump-era executive orders in their push to reactivate old plants.

Governor Katie Hobbs vetoes HB2012, which aimed to prevent mandatory administration of EUA products. Rep. Nick Kupper criticizes the decision, emphasizing individual rights, while Hobbs cites public health concerns.

Senator Ruben Gallego supports the bipartisan Impact Aid Infrastructure Partnership Act, which aims to allocate $1 billion for repairs and upgrades in federally impacted school districts.