Maricopa Association of Governments provides safe crossing advice for schools
The back-to-school season is just about here, and students and educators will soon be heading into a new academic year. The Maricopa Government Association (MAG) has been busy training security personnel throughout the West Valley during July, and this will continue into August. “We’re excited to offer a fantastic opportunity to assist you,” said Cassandra […]
Cases of animal cruelty increase in Maricopa County
Surge in Animal Abuse Cases in Maricopa County, Arizona Animal abuse incidents have increased significantly in Maricopa County, Arizona, particularly after dozens of exotic animals were rescued in Rio Verde over the weekend. Earlier this summer, animals from Litchfield Park were found living in deplorable conditions. Now, reports indicate that over 50 exotic animals in […]
More residents of Pima County are eligible for assistance with purchasing homes
Pima and parts of Maricopa counties in Arizona have access to state assistance aimed at helping homeowners. Governor Katie Hobbs has allocated $5 million from federal Covid Relief Dollars to enhance an existing program for first-time home buyers, which was initiated last year. This funding will provide approximately $9,000 for 75 homeowners in Pima County, […]
Mother from Maricopa claims law enforcement misunderstood the situation.
Maricopa Woman Challenges Arrest by State Troopers A woman from Maricopa, Germani Hernandez, recently expressed concerns about the accuracy of the internal complaint filed against her by an Arizona Department of Public Safety (DPS) trooper. She claims that the report contains several significant inaccuracies. On July 29, Hernandez, 33, was pulled over on State Route […]
New Extended Hour On-Site Child Care Center for County Employees Opens in Maricopa County
New Childcare Center Opens for Maricopa County Employees in Phoenix A unique partnership provides county employees and their families with access to childcare more than 12 hours a day. Lake Oswego, Oregon, August 4, 2025 – Kindercare Learning Companies, Inc. is pleased to announce the launch of a new childcare center by Maricopa County, which […]
Supporting Healthy Babies and Families: Focus on Preventing Overdoses
Substance Use, Pregnancy, and Stigma Pregnant women dealing with substance use disorders (SUD) often find themselves feeling alone, fearful, and overwhelmed. The stigma attached to their situation can prevent them from seeking the vital care they need. Families might also worry about mandatory reporting systems involving law enforcement or child welfare, which can lead to […]
Gilbert library introduces new equipment to assist residents
Phoenix – New Document Recording Kiosk Opens at Gilbert Library Residents of East Valley can now record titles, acts, and various documents right at the Gilbert Library. A new kiosk at the Southeast Regional Library has made this possible. This is actually the second recording kiosk; the first one was opened in Sun City back […]
Maricopa County faces a serious HIV issue, and this doctor argues that funding cuts from Trump will worsen the situation.
Rising HIV Cases in Arizona In Arizona, there has been a noticeable increase in new HIV cases over the past four years. The figures jumped from 665 new cases in 2020 to 964 last year. This shift comes after a period of decline from 2018 to 2020, and the numbers had remained fairly steady since […]
How land investors are fueling Maricopa’s growth surge
Emerson Holdings, a family-owned land investment firm based in Scottsdale, is playing a pivotal role in shaping Maricopa’s future by turning vast stretches of desert land into areas ready for housing, retail, and jobs. The company has roots in a strategy called Land Bank. Chase Emerson, a partner at the firm, has been active in […]
One person dies from West Nile virus, based on information from Maricopa County.
Phoenix – First West Nile Virus Death Reported in Maricopa County This Season On Monday, Maricopa County announced its first death of the season linked to the West Nile virus. This year, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health has recorded 17 confirmed cases of the virus in humans. According to Dr. Nick Stave, the […]