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Phoenix braces for another night of freezing cold

Cold has descended on an area of the country that's known for it's near-perfect weather this time of year. For days now, Southern California and Arizona have suffered through nights of sub-freezing temperatures.

Freezing temps cause price of lettuce to soar

Prices for winter lettuce grown in southwestern Arizona are rising because of damage caused by the freezing temperatures.

Take-home pay shrinks as payroll tax cut expires

People who work in Arizona may notice their take-home pay has shrunk a little. That’s because a temporary cut in payroll taxes expired.

Kingman says water system is clean despite complaints

Some residents of northwest Arizona are less than happy about their drinking water.

Federal tax filing delays also affect state taxes

The Arizona Department of Revenue is warning tax payers not to file their taxes until February. The delay is due to a federal tax change caused by the fiscal cliff debate from earlier this year.

Senator Flake in Afghanistan

Arizona Senator Jeff Flake is on his way back to the U.S. after weekend stops in Israel and Afghanistan.

Changes likely coming to Arizona's sales tax

Governor Jan Brewer will deliver her State of the State address this afternoon, to help kick off the 2013 legislative session.

Gov. Jan Brewer: Budget will fund Common Core transition

Governor Jan Brewer says her budget for the upcoming fiscal year will include money to help implement the new Common Core standards in K-12 education.

Scottsdale event to feature performance art and fish herding

Salt River Project has begun a years-long effort to drain, clean, and repair all 130 miles of its canal system. Saturday, SRP is inviting the public to see one of the crucial steps.

New tech helps Tempe PD fight crime

The Tempe Police Department says new technology is helping them combat crime.

Wal-Mart and alleged bribery in Mexico

Two members of Congress have released information indicating the CEO of Wal-Mart knew as early as 2005 that the company’s Mexican unit was passing out bribes.

Arizona shelters ready for cold weather

The National Weather Service has issued a freeze watch from Saturday morning through Tuesday morning for Maricopa and Pinal counties.

Major U.S. business lobby calls for immigration reform

The president of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce has made immigration reform a top priority for his organization.

Phoenix airports boosting Valley's economy

An Arizona State University study shows three Phoenix airports are helping boost the Valley’s economy. The Economic Impact of the Phoenix Airport System report shows the total is in the billions of dollars.

AZ Supreme Court says state can’t redirect funds from land sales

The state Supreme Court has ruled Arizona lawmakers violated the constitution when they diverted proceeds from the state land trust to help balance the budget.

Arizona Democrats propose gun control, school safety measures

Arizona Senate Democrats are expected to release details of their proposals to reduce gun violence in the state on Thursday afternoon.

Arpaio to have armed volunteers patrol county schools

As schools reopen this week after the winter holiday, Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio formally launched new patrols by his volunteer posse around schools in unincorporated parts of the county.

City of Tucson to pay railroad for water main break

The Tucson City Council has approved a $990,000 settlement to Union Pacific Railroad for water main break.

Before dredging the canal, crews take fish for a drive

About 2 million people in the Valley have their water delivered by Salt River Project canals. For the first time in more than a decade, the entire canal system will be drained for cleaning and repairs.

Energy service company creates hundreds of new Valley jobs

One of the largest energy service companies in the country is expanding its business in Arizona. Direct Energy is moving to a new location and is adding hundreds of jobs.