Peoria invites residents to a meeting on October 10 to discuss stormwater and flood mitigation plans and encourages those affected by flooding to share their experiences.

Peoria, Arizona, offers a Household Hazardous Waste pickup service for residents to dispose of hazardous materials safely from October 7-25. Contact the Solid Waste Division to schedule.

Peoria Sports Complex hosts a free Fall Family Movie Night on October 12, featuring "The Nightmare Before Christmas," with pre-show activities, food trucks, games, and a costume contest.

Peoria, Arizona, extends the operation of Cooling Centers and Hydration Stations to October 11 due to extreme heat, offering citizens relief in designated public areas.

Peoria's Rio Vista Recreation Center offers free sustainable gardening classes focusing on container gardening, xeriscaping, and succulents, tailored to desert living.

Mesa's Halloween events offer activities for all ages, including crafting sessions for kids, crochet and macrame for teens, and classic movie screenings for adults.

A gunfire exchange during a Tempe traffic stop left an officer injured and a suspect dead. The incident occurred during an aggravated assault arrest attempt.

Maricopa County faces a surge in eviction filings, nearing a historic peak, with 65,651 cases in the first nine months of 2024, potentially breaking a 19-year record.

Operation North Star led to 3,421 fugitives arrested nationwide, including violent criminals and those with firearm offenses. Authorities seized firearms, cash, and drugs, with efforts extending across states and into Mexico.

Iran launched missiles at Israel, prompting a security response; the act was retaliation for Israeli strikes in Gaza and Lebanon. Most missiles were intercepted by Israel and US defenses. National turmoil ensues as leaders vow further action.

ASU's move to the Big 12 is anticipated to boost local tourism in Phoenix, with increased hotel bookings and strategic marketing campaigns targeting new demographics from visiting fans' home cities.

Ex-NFL player Eddie Lacy was arrested on DUI suspicions in Scottsdale, Arizona, after police observed traffic violations indicating impairment. He also faces open container charges.

NTSB report attributes a crash in Goodyear, AZ, primarily to driver fatigue, resulting in two cyclists' deaths.