Gilbert weighs data-center rules before any new applications
Gilbert is reviewing proposed data-center zoning rules focused on power, water, noise, setbacks, screening and future neighborhood impacts.
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Yuma biosolids dispute remains unresolved after July 23 town hall
Yuma residents raised concerns about flies, odors and alleged health effects at a July 23 town hall, but no shutdown or final decision followed.
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Phoenix measles exposure warning includes Chase Field and South Phoenix IHOP
Maricopa County says people may have been exposed to measles at Chase Field and a South Phoenix IHOP, with monitoring deadlines of Aug. 2 and Aug. 3.
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Surprise activates four traffic signals; two more set for Aug. 3
Surprise activated four traffic signals in July, while two Greenway Road signals remain scheduled for August 3 as drivers adjust to new traffic patterns.
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Mesa’s Full Water and Wastewater Capacity Fees Began July 1
Mesa’s six-month phase-in ended July 1, putting full one-time water and wastewater capacity fees on qualifying new or upsized connections—not existing monthly bills.
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Pima County weighs options for 630-child preschool waitlist
Pima County supervisors will discuss a 630-child PEEP waitlist July 28, with scholarships, classrooms and other funding options under consideration.
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Scottsdale primary: Whitehead appears reelected; four advance to November
Scottsdale, AZ: Solange Whitehead appears reelected, while four candidates advance to a Nov. 3 race for the city’s two remaining council seats.
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Glendale drivers face 107th Avenue closure during Northern Parkway work
A 107th Avenue closure south of Northern Avenue continues through August 3 while crews connect utilities and install temporary traffic signals.
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Tempe Police Review Continues After Mill Avenue Arrest; Felony Charges Declined
Tempe Police are still reviewing a July 19 Mill Avenue arrest after edited footage was released and Maricopa County declined felony prosecution.
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Phoenix Mayor Seeks More Federal Heat Aid as Pandemic-Era Funding Nears Its End
Phoenix has local heat funding for 2026-27, but pandemic-era aid expires after 2026 as Mayor Kate Gallego seeks broader federal support.
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Glendale apartment cooling dispute remains under AG investigation
The Arizona AG says Spectra West Apartments claimed repairs and temporary chillers were in place, but investigators were still checking compliance.
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Tucson Mayor & Council July 21 agenda: Safe City, fentanyl, rezoning hearing
Tucson’s July 21 Mayor & Council agenda includes Safe City and fentanyl/opioid updates, plus a Jacaranda Way rezoning public hearing and other housing/zoning items.
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DOJ monitors Arizona polls July 21 primary—how voters can report issues
DOJ is monitoring Maricopa, Apache and Pima for Arizona’s July 21 primary—and tells voters how to report federal voting-rights issues through Nov. 3, 2026.
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Mesa Planning and Zoning Board to hear Boeing ACA expansion July 22
Mesa AZ – The Planning and Zoning Board will hold a July 22, 2026 hearing at 4:00 PM on “Boeing ACA Expansion,” a Development Plan Review + Special Use Permit.
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Phoenix solid waste bill rises $5/month starting July 2026—discounts and help
Phoenix residents will see a $5/month solid waste rate increase starting with the July 2026 bill. Here’s the smaller-container discount and Project Assist help.
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AZCC votes to repeal outdated electric energy-efficiency rules — what it could mean for APS and Phoenix ratepayers
AZCC voted 4-0 on July 8, 2026 to repeal outdated electric energy-efficiency rules. The DSM programs may continue, but related surcharges could change later.
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Park Tucson parking rates rise July 1—what Tucson drivers pay now
Park Tucson’s new downtown parking rates start July 1, 2026: metered spots $1.50/hr, garages/lots $1.25/hr, plus updated weekend/evening flat fees.
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Phoenix joins Secure Water Arizona Program (SWAP): what it means for future Colorado River water shortages
Phoenix AZ – Phoenix City Council approved SWAP, a voluntary water-sharing framework with Tucson aimed at preparing for potential Colorado River cutbacks.
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DOJ warning letters to election officials: noncitizen voting and 2026 stakes
DOJ’s Civil Rights Division sent July 7 letters asking states how they ensure compliance with federal laws on noncitizens and voter eligibility as 2026 nears.
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Gilbert-area Loop 202 closure July 17–20: Cooper-to–Val Vista shutdown detours
Gilbert AZ – Eastbound Loop 202 shuts from 10 p.m. July 17 to 5 a.m. July 20 between Cooper and Val Vista; expect on-ramp closures and detours.
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Mesa water and wastewater capacity fees: what changes July 1, 2026
Mesa’s water and wastewater capacity fees move to 100% for ¾-inch and 1-inch meter service permit filings on/after July 1, 2026—50% applied earlier.
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Prescott’s Stricklin Park stormwater project aims to cut flooding and “black ice” risk on Sherwood Dr
The City of Prescott’s July 7, 2026 update says stormwater pooling on Sherwood Dr and Autumn Dr fuels flooding and black ice near Stricklin Park.