Good morning, Maricopa.

The Arizona National Livestock show returns to the Valley for its 78th year and will run from Dec.

27 — Dec. 31 at the Arizona State Fairgrounds.

Major grocery chains in Maricopa will operate on reduced hours for Christmas Eve with Walmart open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. and others like Fry’s, Safeway + Bashas' having different schedules; all will close on Christmas Day except select specialty stores.

Act One Culture Pass gives students, retirees, and families free access to museums and arts through local libraries.

The pass can be checked out for seven days to explore cultural sites and save money during winter break.

New federal guidelines let crop producers in Arizona lower H-2A workers’ wages by up to $3.72 starting in 2026 — a change meant to cut costs while local advocates worry it will strain workers’ earnings for basic needs.

Governor Katie Hobbs announced Monday that nearly half a million Arizonans have seen $642 million in medical debt erased — a move that eases financial stress for many residents.

Golf carts are legal on public roads if they have required equipment (headlights, taillights, a horn, seatbelts, and mirrors) and are registered with the state.

Drivers must hold a valid license and insurance and follow a 25 mph limit while avoiding roads with speed limits above 35 mph.

A new study with the University of Arizona found patients misinterpreting questions used to screen for depression symptoms before therapy sessions & researchers recommend revising the wording to improve care.

Arizona grocery stores offer holiday dinner alternatives today as families can choose from tamales at Food City (including Costco’s 72-count packs), lamb options from Scottsdale outlets, and seafood deals at Safeway.

The Suns announced yesterday that guard Jalen Green, who has missed 18 games due to a right hamstring strain, will be re-evaluated in 2-3 weeks while coach Jordan Ott noted his steady progress and said Grayson Allen is working back after right knee soreness.

Arizona State veteran Anthonie Cooper will play in his final bowl game at the Sun Bowl on Dec.

31 in El Paso. The defensive lineman has spent seven seasons overcoming injuries as he prepares to end his college career.