Members of Maricopa City Council, including Mayor Nancy Smith, and its youth council participated in the League of Arizona Cities and Towns Conference, discussing innovation and collaboration for community growth.

Maricopa seeks to update its Zoning Code and invites public input through hearings with the Planning & Zoning Commission and the City Council. Documents detail the proposed amendments, and citizens can contact LaRee Mason with comments.

The Arizona Supreme Court introduces ALAP to allow near-pass bar exam takers to practice law under supervision, aiding legal workforce shortages, especially in rural areas.

Phoenix is facing a heatwave with temps reaching up to 110 degrees, according to forecast.weather.gov, necessitating caution and hydration for residents.

Cochise County Environmental Health advises purchasing food from licensed vendors to prevent foodborne illnesses and ensures vendor compliance with safety standards.

Tract has bought a 2,069-acre parcel in Buckeye, Arizona, to develop one of the largest data center parks in the U.S. with a capacity for 1.8GW of power.

Roy L. Layne of St. David pleaded guilty to Wire Fraud and Filing a False Claim after fraudulently obtaining COVID-19 relief funds and making false tax claims.

The Mesa Police Department issued a Silver Alert for 94-year-old Elton Duane Knowles, who went missing in Mesa, Arizona, potentially disoriented due to a medical condition.

International Overdose Awareness Day highlights the opioid crisis and promotes Naloxone as a life-saving measure, with Pinal County Health Clinics offering free Narcan.

¡Somos Peoria!, the largest Hispanic Heritage Month celebration in the Valley, features Tejano music, traditional festivities, and cuisine on September 28 at Centennial Plaza.

Mesa is set to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with cultural events at the Mesa Public Library from September 15 to October 15. Activities include language programs, movie screenings, art-making, and traditional festivities.

Mesa celebrates the expansion of Red Mountain Park with new features and a community event filled with sports and activities. Mayor Giles emphasizes the park’s importance and its eco-friendly upgrades.

An open house on Sept. 10 will discuss the Grand Canyon National Park Airport's runway rehabilitation project scheduled for July 2025, involving infrastructure upgrades and safety enhancements.