A 20-year-old driver, Joshua Villalobos, was arrested following a crash that killed an 87-year-old man, after reportedly speeding in Phoenix. He faces reckless manslaughter charges.

Emmett Burnton has been named Arizona's Teacher of the Year for the 2024-2025 academic year for his inclusive AP teaching and educational contributions.

Ironwood Cancer and Research Center offers free screenings and advocates for early detection as key to cancer survival.

Phoenix's Sky Harbor and Mesa Gateway airports are undergoing expansions to manage increased travel demand, with Sky Harbor planning new concourses and a terminal, and Mesa Gateway constructing temporary facilities during their terminal expansion.

Arizona's Governor orders an audit of the Motor Vehicle Division's voter registration process after a coding error. Recorders Hansen and Stallworth-Pouquette lead the bipartisan review.

Maricopa County school districts seek funding through bonds and overrides in the upcoming election, while heightened security measures are implemented to ensure voting integrity.

Phoenix had an unusually hot autumn with a record of four days over 110°F in October and a total of 70 such days in the year. Public health officials link the heat to hundreds of deaths in the region.

Amazon buys 220 acres in Phoenix for $277 million, possibly for a new data center, further establishing its investment in the region's growth as a tech hub.

The Viva Phoenix festival returns after seven years with a focus on music, arts, and high-quality food from renowned local chefs like James Beard Award winner Rene Andrade.

A former Arizona DHS employee and seven others were indicted on Medicaid fraud, billing for unprovided services, with $55 million in false claims and pleading not guilty.

A teen sustained minor injuries from a stabbing at Peoria High School during a football game; no arrests have been made. The school increased security for ongoing events.

A toddler in Phoenix is hospitalized but expected to recover after accidentally shooting themselves; a boy has been arrested in relation to the incident.

The weather forecast for Phoenix, AZ indicates a week of consistent sunshine and clear skies, with daytime temperatures reaching the mid-90s and nighttime lows in the mid-60s.