The annual "Make a Difference Day" event in Apache Junction invites community volunteers for environmental projects on October 5, hosted by the AJCDC.

Casa Grande announces a community clean-up event on October 5, 2024, inviting residents to beautify their neighborhood and foster environmental responsibility.

ADEQ has issued an ozone advisory for Maricopa County due to expected high ozone levels. Residents are advised to reduce outdoor activity and emissions.

Avondale Public Library collaborates with ALA for Library Card Sign-Up Month, featuring Optimus Prime to boost membership and promote services like book lending and digital access.

Avondale Fire and Medical will host an Open House on Oct. 5 for fire safety awareness, featuring free food, tours, activities, and educational demonstrations on smoke alarm importance.

Arizona's education chief Tom Horne warns of a teacher retention crisis, citing a survey that shows teachers are quitting due to inadequate support, student discipline issues, and low pay.

Lake Havasu City hosts a "Coffee with the Mayor & City Manager" event for residents to discuss city projects and concerns with officials in a casual setting.

September's Library Card Sign-up Month is highlighted by Surprise Public Library System, offering extensive resources, programs, and Culture Passes, alongside incentives for children and teens. Visit surprisepubliclibrary.gov to join.

Grand Canyon's South Rim accommodations set to reopen after successful repairs to the Transcanyon Waterline ended a period of disrupted overnight stays since late August.

Senator JD Vance joins Trump's 2024 campaign trail with events in Phoenix, Arizona, including a main event at Arizona Biltmore and a Turning Point Action gathering.

Two Phoenix Police officers were shot while responding to a car break-in on Tuesday night; one is in critical condition. The suspect was apprehended, and this marks the 11th shootout with officers in Phoenix this year.

Keith Auzenne led police on a high-speed chase ending in a crash, with charges including assault and kidnapping; the accident damaged an apartment, but no residents were seriously harmed.

Buckeye Union High School Principal, Joe Kinney, is on administrative leave due to a law enforcement investigation into his personal conduct. Kristin Koke is serving as acting principal.