Politics & Govt in ...
An audit letter reveals that Pinal County's $87 million in transport taxes, voided by the Arizona Supreme Court, remains unused with refund plans underway.
Community & Society in ...
Operation Full Court Press by Phoenix Police resulted in 570 arrests, drug and firearm seizures, and the disruption of various criminal activities over a five-day period.
Rep. Ruben Gallego supports the ETA Act to enforce airline transparency and guarantee cash refunds, not vouchers, to travelers for flight disruptions.
Real Estate & Development in ...
Maricopa is investing 40% of its Capital Improvement Plan budget on road maintenance to improve street conditions, prioritizing crack-sealing and protective coatings on various key roads.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A Mesa man, 21-year-old Derrick Kleinschmidt, was killed in a motorcycle crash on U.S. 60 near Val Vista Drive after rear-ending a vehicle and being hit by other cars.
The Arizona Legislature passed HB 2720 and HB 2721 to tackle the housing crisis by increasing the supply of housing units including Accessory Dwelling Units and Middle Housing.
Tombstone, Arizona, schedules hearings to debate financial autonomy through the Home Rule Option, which allows the city to set spending limits rather than follow state-imposed caps.
Mesa invites young artists to join the "Bike to Books" art contest to create bike path designs, with winners receiving prizes and seeing their art installed in the city.
A 437-year-old book with annotations by John Milton was discovered in the Phoenix Public Library's Rare Book Room, generating excitement among scholars.
Transportation & Infrastructure in ...
Northbound State Route 143 and part of Eastbound US 60 in Arizona will be closed for maintenance from the evening of May 17 to the early morning of May 20, with suggested detours provided by ADOT.
Deputy Jesse Hubble of Yavapai County Sheriff's Office passed away from natural causes at age 47. He was a Navy veteran, community volunteer, and was recognized for his service and heroism.
U.S. and Canadian banks fund a $414 million construction credit facility for the Box Canyon solar energy project in Arizona, set to provide sustainable power to Pinal County.
Retail & Industry in ...
The Chicago Cubs plan significant upgrades to their Mesa spring training facility, including a new pitching lab and expanded clubhouse, to improve player development and amenities.