The Arizona House Committee and Japan's Consul General discussed deepening economic ties, especially in the semiconductor industry, with plans for a future trade mission to Japan.

The Navajo Nation is constructing a $5 million senior center in Tuba City, set to open in spring 2025, to serve as a community gathering place for elders.

Phoenix, AZ is experiencing a heatwave with sunny days and temperatures exceeding 100 degrees, with minimal nighttime relief. The National Weather Service forecasts include calm mornings with westerly afternoon winds.

Terros Health and Lifewell are merging to enhance mental health services in Phoenix, aiming to improve care and combat industry staffing shortages with no clinic closures.

Phoenix PD faces increased scrutiny with nine fatal shootings this year amidst previous DOJ findings of civil rights abuses and concerns over reforms and accountability.

Aldi aims to open a new store in Gilbert at the site of a former car lot, pending planning commission approval, with potential job creation linked to future expansion plans.

Queen Creek, Arizona launches its inaugural Restaurant Week, offering discounts and specials at local dining venues to celebrate and support the community's eateries.

Arizona voters will decide on a constitutional amendment to protect abortion rights after a successful signature campaign put the initiative on the November ballot.

The article describes affordable retirement destinations in Arizona, noting Bisbee, Tucson, Cottonwood, and Tubac for lower living costs, and highlighting other towns like Florence and Sierra Vista for their amenities and quality of life.

Fans at Chase Field experienced extreme heat during Diamondbacks games, as the old stadium cooling system struggled, causing discomfort and affecting players too. Management is considering an overhaul to address the issue.

Navajo and Havasupai leaders protest the transport of uranium on their lands, citing health and sovereignty concerns after a company moved ore without notice.

A 9-year-old girl was killed by her family's dogs in Overgaard, Arizona, despite attempts by family members to save her. An investigation is underway to understand the attack by the normally familiar pets.

An ocelot was spotted in southern Arizona for the first time in 50 years, recorded by cameras from the Phoenix Zoo and the Arizona Center for Nature Conservation.