Maricopa city officials visited Washington D.C. to advocate for local initiatives, including the SR 347 widening project, and discussed self-administration of federal project funds.

The NAIWRSA was introduced by a bipartisan group in Congress, including Arizona Senators Gallego and Kelly, to secure water rights and access for several Arizona tribes, involving a $5.1 billion plan to build water infrastructure.

Senators Gallego and Kelly introduced the La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act to acquire federal lands for solar projects, intended to develop the local economy and tap into Arizona's solar energy potential.

Phoenix, Rio Reimagined, ASU, and ADEQ are organizing a clean-up of the Salt River on March 15, involving community volunteers and supported by local organizations.

Arizona set a record in 2024 with 1,793 MW of new solar capacity, totaling 9.5 GW, and now powers 1.3 million homes. It's second in residential solar installations, but faces policy challenges that may impact future growth.

The Arizona Supreme Court introduced AI reporters, Daniel and Victoria, to simplify and report on court decisions, enhancing public understanding of legal matters.

Graham County, Arizona, collaborates with SEAHEC on Proyecto Juntos, an NIH-backed mental health initiative prioritizing community needs and local input.

A winter weather advisory and storm watch have been issued for the Western Mogollon Rim region due to expected heavy snow and strong winds affecting high elevations and travel conditions.

The Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Act aims to resolve Arizona's water issues by confirming water rights for the Navajo Nation, Hopi Tribe, and San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe.

Arizona Senators introduce a bill to boost solar energy and economic growth in La Paz County, aiming to create jobs and increase solar and battery capacity.

Comedian Bert Kreischer's "Permission to Party" tour is coming this fall. He will perform at the Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale on October 17 with tickets on sale March 14. The tour also includes a November 15 show in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Health inspections found issues at Phoenix restaurants, including unsafe food storage and pests, and similar violations in Chester County, PA, highlighting food safety concerns.

The documentary "See Her Be Her" highlights female baseball players and supports Little League's "Girls With Game" initiative, with a national AMC Theatres screening tour.