Apache Junction hosts annual Free Dump Week from February 3-8, where residents can dispose of clutter at the local landfill without fees, limited to one truckload under 500 pounds per household.

Tempe and Rio Salado College launch the Tempe Promise Program to provide financial support for adult learners' education, emphasizing aid for underrepresented groups.

Surprise hosts the USTA League 65 & Over National Invitationals at the local tennis complex, free for spectators, with limited court availability for regular players during the event.

Tempe PRE preschool program opens applications for its educational opportunities with certified educators and small class sizes, catering to 3 and 4-year-olds with full, half, and free tuition options.

Tempe received a $25 million federal grant to build a pedestrian and cyclist bridge across Tempe Town Lake, enhancing local infrastructure and promoting sustainable transit.

The Mesa Marathon is set for February 8th with a new route and road closures. Over 10,000 runners are expected and the city offers resources for residents affected by the event.

Tempe and Chandler launch Beyond the Shop to train barbers and stylists as mental health advocates, aiming to use their unique community role to reduce stigma and connect clients with resources.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes sues President Trump over an executive order aimed at ending birthright citizenship, arguing it's unconstitutional and contradictory to the 14th Amendment.

Trump launches into his second term with executive actions targeting immigration, declaring a national emergency at the southern border and signaling a policy shift.

Tempe implements a Short Trips pilot program with extra buses on busy Orbit Mars and Mercury routes during peak hours, based on rider feedback and data.

Arizona challenges President Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship, citing its unconstitutionality and potential impacts on state services and systems.

A TikTok user was indicted for spraying pesticide on food in a Mesa Walmart, facing multiple charges including endangerment and adding poison to food.

The Arizona Department of Transportation is criticized for allowing anti-Biden license plates while revoking ones against Trump, raising bias concerns.