Valley residents take advantage of holiday specials at restaurants and retailers, including early Black Friday deals at Target and discounts for service members and educators.

The article describes various hiking trails in the Phoenix area, highlighting their scenic views, challenges, and unique features, as reported by the Phoenix New Times and Escape Campervans.

A man sustained serious injuries from a skydiving canopy failure at Buckeye Municipal Airport, with emergency services responding and an investigation into the incident ongoing.

Two people sustained minor injuries in a Cessna plane crash in Yavapai County, AZ, and were airlifted to a hospital. The FAA is investigating the incident.

Jacob Wideman, convicted of murder in 1986, is seeking return to home arrest after a brief period of freedom was revoked due to violations. His case is complex, involving literary connections and debates on rehabilitation and justice.

A semi-truck rollover on Loop 101 eastbound near 64th Street caused significant traffic delays, with most lanes blocked except the HOV lane. Details on injuries were not disclosed.

Arizona sees a rise in flu cases with 600 confirmed since September 29, across all ages. Health officials advocate for vaccinations ahead of the holiday season.

The play, "The Laramie Project," at Cesar Chavez High School was postponed due to its serious content. The cast was devastated, and the school seeks to foster educational discussions around it.

Mesa Public Schools students are discussing cell phone policy changes to possibly enhance education, with a district-wide project culminating in a presentation to the school board.

A shooting at a Phoenix house party left one critically injured. Police are investigating but no suspects have been named. They requested public assistance with the case.

Arizona National Guard's 856th Military Police Company returned from deployment in Kuwait before the holidays, reuniting soldiers with their families.

Authorities released surveillance footage of a possible suspect in the arson investigation of a fire at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande.

The article details the consistent clear skies and mild temperatures expected in Phoenix throughout the week, with sunny days and mostly clear nights, based on the National Weather Service's forecast.