Peoria's 21 AM/PM before and after-school programs have gained accreditation from AzCASE, emphasizing their commitment to high-quality, safe, and enriching environments for children.

Surprise, Arizona is implementing lane restrictions on 163rd Avenue for road widening until April 14, with various sections affected and significant changes planned.

The Arizona House is suing the ADWR over a groundwater tax that representatives claim is raising new home costs, accusing the department of overreach and not following due process.

Maricopa County sees a decrease in heat-related deaths in 2024, despite a record hot summer, with initiatives to further combat the issue planned for 2025.

Arizona House Majority Leader Carbone accuses Governor Hobbs of aggravating the housing crisis with water policies, including an alleged illegal groundwater tax.

The Arizona House passed HB2696 to protect infrastructure from threats posed by Chinese technology, per State Rep. Nick Kupper's press release. The bill limits use of such technologies and requires ACC oversight and preapproval for related contracts.

Chino Valley's Town Council will discuss a proposed utility scale solar ordinance at a special meeting on March 17, 2025, at Grace Church. Residents are encouraged to attend and participate.

The Yavapai County Sheriff's Office responded to stranded drivers on Drake Road after GPS led them astray during a snowstorm. They warn against using this route in bad weather.

Arizona is set to execute Aaron Gunches, who declined to seek clemency for his 2002 murder conviction. His execution is the first in the state since 2022.

Phoenix Police Department sees a surge in applications, aiming to fill over 600 vacancies with a focus on new recruitment strategies and maintaining a high retention rate.

Two individuals surrendered to Surprise police for allegedly abandoning a dog, after a video of the incident went viral and led to their identification.

Peoria Police and volunteers intensified the search for missing 20-year-old hiker Luke Wuennenberg, with large-scale search operations concluding soon.

Phoenix's weather will be variable, with sunny periods and potential showers, including a 90-100% chance of rain and possible thunderstorms on Tuesday and Thursday. Winds may reach 35 mph. Sunny weather is expected to return by the weekend.