Chino Valley town officials seek public input on budget priorities through a survey available online and in hard copy, emphasizing the role of community engagement in fiscal planning.

The Wall Street Journal reports on the SHIPS for America Act, aimed at reviving the U.S. maritime industry and countering China’s dominance in shipping.

The Mesa Public Library is launching "Mesa Reads," a program to encourage daily reading, with events starting January 11, 2025, and prize drawings for participants.

Plans for a specialty grocery store and restaurants are part of Goodyear's downtown GSQ development, with possible interest from Trader Joe's, although unconfirmed by the retailer.

A three-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after a near-drowning incident in a Queen Creek backyard pool; he was rescued by a family member and is in the hospital. The MCSO is investigating.

Traces of avian influenza A(H5) have been detected in Maricopa County's wastewater. Health officials report no human cases and advise standard precautions.

A man suspected of carjacking in California was arrested in Buckeye, Arizona, with the help of a license plate reader. The victim of the carjacking was hospitalized. Details of the incident remain limited.

George Mosley has been indicted in Maricopa County on charges including child sex trafficking and illegal control of an enterprise, related to victimizing a Michigan teen.

Yavapai County Sheriff's Office joins forces with local agencies for a DUI enforcement unit funded by a GOHS grant, leading to 61 stops and four arrests before Christmas.

A man was fatally shot near Steele Indian School Park in Phoenix; the suspect, Henry Turner, was arrested and faces murder and firearm possession charges.

The National Weather Service predicts calm and sunny weather for Phoenix, AZ through the first week of January with highs in the low 70s and mild evenings.

A deaf Old English Sheepdog named Rags, stolen from Alabama, was found in Arizona after a year, amidst a battle over his custody between original and new owners. He was reunited with his current owner, Olivia Gardner.

The Phoenix area is anticipating a variety of new restaurants in 2025, including ventures by Pretty Decent Concepts and 151 Hospitality, and notable additions to Scottsdale Fashion Square and the West Valley.