Aisha Khan

JX Advanced Metals USA, Inc., the company formerly known as JX Nippon Mining & Metals USA, Inc., has raised the curtain on its new Mesa-based manufacturing center, a key move in bolstering its production capabilities to supply in-demand sputtering targets for the semiconductor industry in both the U.S. and Europe. According to the

The Gilbert Police Department has recently taken a proactive step towards fostering a stronger bond between law enforcement and youth in the community by introducing Officer Emily King as their first Youth Community Engagement Officer. As reported by Gilbert, AZ, this initiative, launched in the summer of 2024, is geared towards enhancing interactions and constructive engagement between the local police force and the younger residents of Gilbert.

In a narrow race that's too close to call, the Fountain Hills Town Council has taken the next step in election protocol, paving the way for a recount in the council race where just seven votes separate candidates Peggy McMahon and Mathew Corrigan, as reported on the town's official website. The recount comes after the council's obligatory certification of the November 5 election results this Wednesday, which is a standard procedure that must be completed before any recount efforts can start.

The community of Ahwatukee is nursing a collective wound after the tragic loss of 15-year-old Jaylen Reeves, who was fatally stabbed on November 16. The Phoenix Police Department has identified a teen suspected to be involved in the incident that unfolded in a park near 40th Street and Chandler Boulevard. This breakthrough comes after days of investigation during which authorities interviewed witnesses, executed search warrants, and collected evidence, as reported by 12News.

In the heart of Pima County, a toy drive has been launched with a community-centric twist: this year, all donations are certain to stay put, making holiday spirits bright for local kids in need. At the forefront of this initiative are three county employees, Gilbert Ybarra of the Transportation Department, alongside Ana Camarillo and Marjava Ramirez of the Community & Workforce Development Department, as reported by Pima County Newsroom. The trio is dedicated to ensuring that every child in the area has a present to unwrap this holiday season.

Deemed a pillar for pet-loving families within Pima County, the Pima Animal Care Center (PACC) continues to blaze trails with services aimed to bolster the bonds between pets and their owners. Rooted in community support, PACC released a triumphant report for the 2023-24 fiscal year, reflecting on strides taken to preserve these cherished animal-human relationships. Through a lens of compassion and practicality, PACC's efforts are tailored to actively respond to challenges many pet owners face, most notably in the arena of affordable vet care.

Styling a room can be a little like painting a picture. You start with the big layers, shapes, and patterns, but it's the small touches of light, color, and texture that can really bring it to life.

The Buckeye community was met with sad news as the local police department reported a deadly collision involving a pedestrian earlier this week. Details from the City of Buckeye confirm that at around 7:15 p.m. on November 20, a call came into the Buckeye police reporting a traffic accident along Rainbow Rd, near Roeser Rd.

Boeing is set to reduce its workforce, affecting more than 180 employees at its Mesa facility in Arizona. The aerospace behemoth has been battered by a series of financial and regulatory challenges, compounded by the fallout from a machinists' strike on the West Coast. This workforce reduction was based on notices sent to employees on Tuesday, as reported by 12News.

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) has recently taken a stride towards innovation in transportation by teaming up with the state’s top universities – the University of Arizona, Arizona State University, and Northern Arizona University. This collaboration, established through the newly minted Arizona Transportation Institute (AZTI), seeks to tap into academic prowess to advance the state's transportation system, as reported by the