Mesa Public Schools has attributed the loss of students to declining birth rates. Arizona's birth rate declined by 33% between 2007 and 2021.

The impact of the California wildfires is hitting close to home for many in Arizona with loved ones in Los Angeles.

Mesa welcomed 5 new restaurants in December, including an eye-catching fried chicken vendor at Mekong Plaza and NY pizza at Cannon Beach Surf Park.

Per a statement released on Jan. 16, 42-year-old Alex Anthony Madrid was sentenced to death in connection with the murder of 14-year-old Claudia Lucero back in 2013. According to prosecutors, Madrid's death sentence is on top of the 91-year prison sentence he received for various charges related to the case.

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As some public schools continue to see declining enrollment and decreasing funds, the state’s largest school district is trying to find ways to compete and gain more revenue.

Over the past several months, many Arizona school districts have considered or approved school closures due to declines in enrollment. One expert says that's a trend that's likely to continue.

The latest education news happening across metro Phoenix and Arizona from Valley radio leader KTAR News 92.3 FM.

To make the most out of your trip, Arizona Republic contributor and travel expert Roger Naylor recommended seeing Newspaper Rock, visiting Blue Mesa, having an ice cream at Painted Desert Inn and chatting with a paleontologist. Homolovi State Park ...

Cities and sheriff's offices will be on the front lines of enforcing stricter immigration policies from the state and new Trump administration.

New hotels targeting Sedona and Grand Canyon visitors are among the biggest openings expected in 2025. Some iconic properties will get new looks.

Music legend Micky Dolenz is getting sentimental on his new “songs and stories” tour and with it he’s bringing his long history in rock and roll to Arizona – where he also has plenty of history.