Brannon Hampton has been appointed as Goodyear's vice mayor, a role he'll assume with the new year. Having served on the City Council since 2017, he is committed to growth and fiscal responsibility.

Arizona announces the launch of Arizona Business Connect on January 12, 2026, to replace eCorp with improved features. The transition starts with eCorp going offline on January 2, 2026.

Arizona Rep. Blackman and Sen. Bolick have proposed bills to fund the previously unfunded Department of Corrections Oversight Office with $1.5 million to address long-standing issues within the state's prison system.

Coconino County Education Service Agency received two grants totaling over $8.3 million to improve youth mental health services and workforce development in rural and tribal areas.

The Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act, backed by Senator Gallego, has been passed, providing funds for military improvements in Arizona and supporting U.S. allies.

Senator Mark Kelly's office helped recover over $11.2 million in owed benefits for Arizonans, including Social Security and veterans' claims, totaling nearly $45 million since he took office.

The U.S. Senate passed the La Paz County Solar Energy and Job Creation Act, promoting solar development and job creation in Arizona. The bill awaits the President's signature.

The ADCRR disclosed details of gang-related inmate deaths, emphasizing their commitment to safety and accountability, and detailed their protocol and strategies to address gang violence.

Senator Gallego's bill to improve wildfire management across land boundaries advances in the Senate, promoting better coordinated fire mitigation efforts.

Flagstaff City Council has terminated its contract with Flock Safety, removing their automated license plate recognition technology due to privacy concerns.

Attorney General Mayes sues the federal government for $15 million in EV infrastructure funds for Phoenix. The lawsuit, joined by a coalition, challenges the suspension of two grant programs critical for local clean energy initiatives.

Bipartisan lawmakers introduced the "Strong Ports, Strong Communities Act" to improve U.S. land ports of entry, supporting trade and security while easing local infrastructure burdens.

Senator Gallego urged the VA to stop planned healthcare job cuts, highlighting risks to veteran care, especially at the Phoenix VA, where staffing shortages are already severe.