Tolleson invites residents to 'Tolleson Talks 2024', for dialogue on public safety and community, promising engaging discussions and prizes, including an Amazon Echo Show 8.

Arizona's public school enrollment is declining due to changing demographics and lower birth rates, with the impact of the Empowerment Scholarship Accounts program's role being debated.

A semi-truck caught fire on Loop 101 in Scottsdale, closing westbound lanes but no injuries were reported. Traffic was redirected and the road reopened after several hours.

The Buckeye Police Department reported a double shooting involving a former couple in a West Valley neighborhood, leaving both individuals hospitalized.

A student was arrested at Marcos de Niza High School in Tempe after being shown with a gun on social media, resulting in a lockdown and police intervention.

Phoenix, AZ, is set for a stable week of weather with sunny skies and comfortable temperatures, featuring daily highs in the upper 70s and mild evenings in the upper 40s to low 50s.

Brook Scalero, 42, from Mesa, is charged with animal cruelty after police found a journal depicting the torture and death of several dogs, including a roommate's dog. Scalero claimed the writings were fictional, but later admitted to the acts.

Two ASU graduates developed a roof coating that acts as 'sunscreen' for buildings, potentially cutting energy costs by 25-30%. Their company, EnKoat, is testing the product in collaboration with SRP in Arizona.

An arrest has been made in the case of Mercedes Vega, who was found deceased in a burned car in April 2023. Sencere Hayes, 22, was apprehended in Tennessee and is being extradited to Maricopa County.

Efforts are underway to replant saguaros in Arizona’s Tonto National Forest after the 2020 Bush Fire, with collaborations between local nurseries, businesses, and organizations aiding in the restoration.

School districts in Phoenix and El Paso are planning school closures in response to budget deficits and falling enrollment, with votes on the proposals imminent.

Teens in Peoria can construct gingerbread houses at local libraries on December 2, 2024, using supplied candies and snacks. Registration is required due to limited space.

Scottsdale reports its highest voter turnout in 40 years with 89% in the general election, awaiting official results for mayoral and council positions and two approved city propositions on sales tax and expenditure limitations.