Chandler, Arizona, is preparing for a Special Election on November 4 to consider bonds for public amenities and city charter amendments. Public input is sought by August 6.

The Arizona Supreme Court's Chief Justice, Ann A. Scott Timmer, has introduced a video series replacing the traditional State of the Judiciary address, highlighting the court's initiatives.

Senator Mark Kelly criticized a bill signed by Trump for cutting Medicaid and SNAP, affecting 300,000 Arizonans, at a Phoenix event with affected individuals.

Patrick Banger of Gilbert, AZ, becomes Chair of MAG Management Committee, leading regional policy discussions.

Navajo Nation President visited the Oak Ridge Fire site with officials, assessing the damage and planning rehabilitation, amid concerns of post-fire flooding.

Chandler's Deputy City Manager Andy Bass is resigning to become the executive director of South Suburban Park and Recreation District in Denver, effective September 8, 2025.

Mesa City Manager Scott Butler revamps leadership team, appointing Marc Heirshberg, Kenneth Cost, and Brent Stoddard as Assistant City Managers to strengthen city operations.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs launches the Turquoise Alert to help locate at-risk individuals who go missing, focusing on tribal community members and others under 65.

Senators introduced the Investing in Main Street Act, aiming to increase banks' investment cap in Small Business Investment Companies to support small businesses.

A new billboard by artist Karen Fiorito in Phoenix depicts Trump as the "Swamp King," criticizing his governance and stirring local debate ahead of the 2026 midterms.

Arizona's Attorney General issues a demand letter to a Phoenix senior living facility for not providing adequate air conditioning during extreme heat.

Mesa schedules a recall election for Council District Two's representative Julie Spilsbury on November 4, 2025, to be run by mail by Maricopa County Elections Department.

Chandler Vice Mayor Christine Ellis was appointed as Vice Chair of MAG's new Community Initiatives Coordinating Committee, tasked with enhancing regional human services planning.