Gov. Katie Hobbs proposed a 5% salary increase for Arizona law enforcement to improve retention and competitiveness, contrasting with a legislative committee's 15% suggestion. The budget includes additional funding for DPS improvements and staffing.

A WM Phoenix Open attendee, Christian Maese, was arrested after jumping into a Scottsdale canal, leading to a rescue by police who sustained minor injuries.

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office is notifying the public to claim any firearms they own before March 7, 2025, or they will be disposed of as per state law.

Phoenix's weather forecast includes a sunny day at 64°F, a partly sunny Thursday with potential showers at night, likely showers on Friday, and a sunny weekend with temperatures around 69-74°F. Washington's Birthday will be partly sunny at 76°F.

Democratic Senators, led by Mark Kelly, demand the VA protect veterans' data from Elon Musk's access after his company acquired the U.S. Treasury's payment system. They call for immediate action to secure the privacy of sensitive information.

The Lake Havasu City PD is investigating a Mohave Valley officer-involved shooting where deputies confronted a man during a welfare check, resulting in him being shot.

Arizona Representative Matt Gress seeks clarification from AG Kris Mayes on the legality of a lease-purchase agreement between two school districts, citing financial and legal concerns.

The Peoria Police Department is hosting "Coffee With A Cop" to facilitate conversation and build trust between officers and community members at a local McDonald's.

Gilbert's annual Feeding Families Food Drive is underway, seeking nonperishable food and cash donations to support local food banks facing increased demand.

Mesa encourages residents to plant trees during "Love My Park Month" on February 22, aiming to enhance Sherwood Park's canopy and educate on local ecosystems.

Arizona's AG Kris Mayes sues the Trump administration for cutting biomedical research funding, a move allegedly jeopardizing medical advances and violating the Administrative Procedure Act.

Due to a Medicaid fraud crackdown in Arizona, many behavioral health facilities were closed, leaving patients, including Native Americans, without necessary care.

Mesa's young adults are offered $85,000 in grants from Bloomberg Philanthropies for climate action projects, emphasizing heat mitigation and water conservation.