Phoenix announces holiday schedules: trash collection delayed, public transit altered, libraries closed, parking meters enforced, and travel tips provided for Sky Harbor Airport passengers.

The City of Chandler is inviting residents to apply for various city boards, commissions, and committees to help shape local government policies and programs.

Mesa, Arizona, won the UN Sustainable Development Goals Innovation Award for its sustainability efforts, including its Climate Action Plan and the Mesa College Promise program.

Chandler Councilmember Matt Orlando was re-elected to the National League of Cities Board of Directors for a two-year term, focusing on key urban issues.

El Mirage's new program allows community members to honor veterans with personalized brick pavers for $50, benefiting veteran services and creating a digital and physical memorial.

El Mirage held its annual Winterfest & Parade, featuring floats, music, and holiday activities in Bill Gentry Park, with locals encouraged to partake in the festive cheer.

Longtime council members Sheri Lauritano and Bill Stipp prepare for their final meeting in Goodyear, reflecting on their combined 27.5 years of service.

The "Growing Goodyear" podcast covers the city's recent development, featuring the creation of GSQ as its new downtown and the arrival of Buc-ee's, alongside public safety insights from Police Chief Brian Issitt.

Arizona's State schools chief Tom Horne allocates $48 million for improved school safety, emphasizing the hiring of more armed officers and mental health professionals.

Arizona has confirmed its first human cases of H5 avian influenza in Pinal County, with the affected individuals, now recovered, having been exposed to infected poultry at a commercial facility. Risk to the public is low and measures are in place.

The Southern Arizona Research, Science, and Engineering Foundation (SARSEF) nurtures young minds in science and engineering, extending educational opportunities like the "Racing the Sun" program, and has been recognized with a community award.

Ben Forbes celebrates the success of Forbes Meat Company, a whole animal butcher shop in Tucson, offering craft meats, cheeses, and classes. The shop was named 2024 Small Business of the Year by the Pima County Small Business Commission.

ADOT is advancing plans for a passenger rail connecting Tucson to Phoenix, involving cost analysis, planning, and collaboration with local counties to identify stations and funding for the proposed line.