An 18-year-old was arrested for the murder of a man during a drug and gun sale in Mesa. The suspect's vehicle and social media activity helped police link him to the scene.

An Arizona trooper was hospitalized after a suspected DUI truck crash on I-10. The trooper's parked car was hit while he was completing paperwork. The truck driver was arrested for DUI and other charges.

Two cars were found in separate canals in Tempe and Phoenix, Arizona. Respective fire departments reported no injuries as occupants self-extricated. Causes are unknown, and police are investigating.

Phoenix wins the 2025 IDC Smart Cities Award for implementing chilled drinking water stations to improve public access to clean water and combat the city's extreme heat.

A Tucson man was arrested on manslaughter charges after his dogs fatally attacked a man. The victim died from his injuries, and the dogs were known to be aggressive.

Mesa residents are invited to participate in the city's FY 2025/26 budget process, with public sessions scheduled and feedback sought on proposed departmental budget cuts.

Carla De La Chapa is appointed as Phoenix's new Chief Sustainability Officer, bringing over 19 years of experience from her previous role at CPS Energy in San Antonio. She begins on April 28 with goals to advance the city's environmental programs.

Scottsdale's Old Town streets undergo overnight upgrades with a new micro seal paving starting April 7-9, leading to road closures but promising smoother travel.

The Apache Trail in Arizona will have closures due to an $18 million paving project on State Route 88, impacting travel near the Theodore Roosevelt Dam.

Canine Safety Day in Scottsdale aims to educate pet owners on safe hiking with dogs in heat, featuring expert tips and emergency strategies at various trailheads.

Phoenix's weather forecast shows a week of sunny days with rising temperatures from 72 to 98 degrees by next Thursday. Nights remain cooler in the mid-50s.

Scottsdale Public Library celebrates National Library Week with events including a presentation on Scottsdale's literary history and a rock art crafting session.

Arizona Attorney General Mayes won a preliminary injunction, blocking federal agency firings and ordering reinstatement of affected probationary employees.