Dr. Sara Pizano held a virtual talk under the Maddie’s Million Pet Challenge to improve local animal welfare in Cochise County, sharing research findings on current practices and offering a year of mentorship to the City of Douglas.

Metro Phoenix has achieved a balanced housing market for the first time since 2014, with variations between different cities. Nationwide, Zillow reports a shift to more buyer-friendly conditions in July, reflecting a cooling market trend.

Scottsdale Police Department is implementing a Drone as First Responder program to enhance emergency response, with protocols to address privacy concerns and each drone costing $308,000.

The article discusses concert parking options around the Footprint Center in downtown Phoenix, including garages, street parking, and ride-share tips.

Rebekah Massie was arrested at a City of Surprise Council meeting after criticizing the city attorney's salary. This raised First Amendment questions and triggered a lawsuit against the city.

An 80-year-old man died after his boat flipped on the Colorado River in the Grand Canyon. Resuscitation efforts failed and investigations are ongoing.

YCSO volunteer Ron Norfleet receives the Hometown Halo Award for his efforts in educating seniors about fraud and preventing them from becoming scam victims.

Apache Junction secures an "AA" bond rating from Fitch Ratings and Standard & Poor’s, indicating strong financial health and potential for lower borrowing costs.

Red Lobster faces financial challenges, closing 23 more restaurants across various states post bankruptcy filing, while aiming to maintain operations for its remaining 500 locations.

Peoria Police partner with Texas Roadhouse to support Special Olympics Arizona through a "Tip-A-Cop" event, where officers serve meals and collect tips as donations.

Scottsdale launches the Scottsdale College Promise scholarship for local high school graduates, offering last-dollar aid for college, with a $100,000 initial commitment.

Phoenix City Manager Jeff Barton has addressed the DOJ's report on police misconduct by initiating reforms and pledging improvements in the Phoenix Police Department.

Phoenix received an additional $2.5 million grant from HUD for the ongoing Edison-Eastlake neighborhood revitalization, aiming to enhance housing and community services.