Microchip Technology Inc. is close to finalizing a deal under the CHIPS Act, alongside TSMC and GlobalFoundries, amid concerns over political implications and potential policy changes.

Buckeye launches the YourBuckeye app, providing residents with an easy way to report issues, pay bills, and stay updated on city news through their mobile devices.

The ACC is reviewing the solar panel user fee in APS territory due to public backlash and a legal challenge, potentially impacting future solar policy in Arizona.

Comet C/2023 A3, discovered by Tsuchinshan Observatory and ATLAS, is visible in Arizona after sunset, between Sagittarius and Scorpio, offering a rare sighting that last occurred 80,000 years ago.

Comet Tsuchinshan–ATLAS may become visible to the naked eye as it approaches Earth, offering a potential spectacle in the autumn sky. Visibility is improving, and digital aides can help locate the comet, which poses no threat to Earth.

Maricopa's IT Department ensures city services run smoothly, having implemented high-speed internet, cloud software, and robust Wi-Fi areas, with a focus on fiscal efficiency.

Arizona will witness a supermoon coinciding with a partial lunar eclipse, offering a bright and enlarged moon view. Observers can see the events on Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning. No special eye protection is needed to enjoy the spectacle.

Chandler is implementing a new Advanced Metering Infrastructure, replacing traditional water meters with advanced ones for improved monitoring and billing, supported by grants totaling $1.2 million. Installation starts in late 2024.

Phoenix's tech talent ranking dropped from 15th to 18th, with a 17.2% tech job increase from 2018 to 2023, as per a CBRE report. The city also saw a rise in young college-educated professionals.

Aurora Innovation is expanding its autonomous trucking route from Fort Worth to Phoenix, aiming to begin commercial trips in 2025 and transition to fully driverless later that year.

Fountain Hills is hosting International Observe the Moon Night on September 14, 2024, featuring telescope viewings, a lunar talk by NASA Ambassador Ted Blank, and various activities for all ages.

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 Arizona Science Center offers free entry for a weekend thanks to a partnership with Fry's Food Stores, excluding optional attractions which cost $5 each.