Enrolled members of Arizona's federally recognized tribal nations can now add a Native American designation to their driver licenses and state IDs under a new law.

Pinal County planners voted 4-3 to recommend denial of the 8,122-acre Silver King Energy Center. Commissioners questioned economic benefits and mixed-use plans for the $2.9 billion project.

US 60 will be closed between Superior and Miami from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 20-22 for bridge replacement; a 75-mile detour via SR 177 and SR 77 will be in place.

CG Link transit expansion brings on-demand bus service to north Casa Grande. New coverage includes senior communities and the post office.

Major U.S. cities and counties representing over 200 million Americans formally oppose FCC cell tower fast-track rules, citing threats to local control and public safety.

Silver King returns with up to 2 GW of solar, battery, and gas generation. Pinal County commission votes January 15.

ADOT announces US 60 closures between Superior and Miami from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Jan. 13-15 for bridge replacement, with a 75-mile detour in place.

ADOT has selected Sundt Construction for the $396 million SR 347 Improvement Project, with construction on the 15-mile Maricopa corridor expected to begin summer 2026.

Florence Council approved a code update aligning water service hours with its new four-day workweek. Standard fees now apply Monday–Thursday.

ADOT advises drivers to expect delays on SR 238 near Maricopa on Jan. 7 due to lane restrictions for pavement maintenance from 6 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Casa Grande council approves effluent negotiations with the Cactus Mine. The copper project would use up to 1,300 acre-feet of treated wastewater annually.

Plan for overnight I-10 lane restrictions through the Wild Horse Pass Corridor near the Gila River bridge from Jan. 4-10 for barrier placement and inspection work.

Town of Florence sent drinking water lead notices on Dec. 17, 2025. Residents with unconfirmed pipe materials receive health guidance and testing options.

A new Arizona law eliminates public hearings for many development approvals. Federal proposals would further limit local control over cell towers.

The Town of Florence issued a water quality notice after Backup Well #4 tested at 13.6 mg/L nitrate, exceeding the 10 mg/L standard, though the isolated well was not supplying the system

Pinal County supervisors unanimously approve 800 MW Cactus Wren battery storage facility. SRP confirms active procurement discussions for the Maricopa-area project.

ADOT announces nightly lane closures at Attaway Road and SR 287 from January 5–7, 2026, for paving and road repair; detour routes available.

Apache Junction Council rejected all nine fiber installation bids after costs exceeded the $1.25 million budget. Staff will redesign the project scope.

State groundwater restrictions limit new housing to areas with secured water supplies. A builders' representative explained how this affects San Tan Valley.

ADOT confirms no scheduled highway closures for Arizona holiday travel from Dec. 24 to Jan. 5, with safety tips for drivers on I-17 and I-10.

SRP electric customers across central Arizona can register for free virtual shade tree workshops in January and February 2026 and receive two desert-adapted trees.

No US 60 road closures or lane restrictions are planned east of Superior from Dec. 19 to Jan. 5, with full closures resuming Jan. 6-8 for the Queen Creek Bridge project.

ADOT announces an overnight I-10 lane restriction at the Wild Horse Pass Corridor Gila River bridge December 17-18 for roadway repairs; drivers should expect delays.

Casa Grande council discussed treated wastewater allocation at December 15 study session. City processes 6,301 acre-feet annually with 1,352 going uncredited.

Plan ahead! Plant Road will be closed through November 10 for essential culvert replacement by the Town of Florence.

The SR 24 speed limit has increased from 45 to 55 mph following an ADOT speed study of the four-lane Southeast Valley roadway between Ellsworth and Ironwood.

Pinal County supervisors approved the Table Top Solar and Battery Storage project near Casa Grande. The 643-acre facility is anticipated to generate $40 million in tax revenue.

San Tan Valley council heard water presentations from Queen Creek and EPCOR. Both providers outlined rates, infrastructure investments, and long-term supply strategies.

Pinal County approves the 2,137-acre Cactus Flower Solar project near Eloy. The 270 MW facility will generate $52 million in tax revenue over the lifetime of the project.

San Tan Valley's first town manager outlines plans for the 3,239-acre urban core. Flexible zoning aims to attract developers and create jobs.