Tempe police identified Roland B. Jahnke as the victim and Robert Purdie as the suspect in a fatal incident leading to an officer-involved shooting. Purdie, in the hospital, will face charges post-recovery.

Phoenix faces an intense heatwave with temperatures reaching 106 degrees, shifting winds, and a minimal chance of evening rain or thunderstorms over the weekend.

Edgio Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to facilitate the sale of its assets amidst financial difficulties and a potential $110 million credit bid from its lender.

Lewis Roca merges with Womble Bond Dickinson, creating a firm with over 1,300 lawyers. The union reflects the legal industry's trend towards consolidation.

Pretty Decent Concepts is set to open a new restaurant and cocktail bar at the former site of P.F. Chang's in Tempe, aiming to cater to a non-college crowd.

Chase Field in Arizona announces its first 'November Nights' music festival featuring Weezer, Sublime, and Third Eye Blind among others, with tickets going on sale starting at $40.

VP Kamala Harris debated former President Trump in Mesa, with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz supporting. Harris was favored in a poll, and the event spotlighted Arizona's role in the election.

Arizona State University fell 180 places to rank 252nd in The Wall Street Journal's list of best colleges, with the University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University also experiencing significant drops.

Avondale announces a road repair schedule from September 17-27, 2024, with possible lane restrictions and vehicle towing. Despite potential delays, bulk trash will continue as planned.

Avondale declares September National Suicide Prevention and Action Month, planning activities and workshops and encouraging public education on mental health issues.

The Surprise Fiesta Grande in Arizona on October 5 offers free Mexican cultural festivities, music, wrestling, and fireworks at Mark Coronado Park. Donations to the food bank are encouraged.

The Lake Havasu City Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting during an incident with a stolen U-Haul, which led to a pursuit ending in Nevada.

Arizona and Nevada governors oppose a California bill they believe could raise fuel prices in their states, stressing the economic impact in a letter to Governor Newsom.