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Chandler: A fatal rollover on Arizona 184 near Curtis leaves one dead, while the Chandler School Board approves a budget with tech upgrades. Pegasus Farm's therapeutic programs for veterans and teens gain attention as part of the city's community efforts.

Chandler City Council votes on a property tax hike and infrastructure projects while the Citizen app gains traction for public safety. A new summer camp for children with cancer and $1.3 million in grants for nonprofits also highlight the city's latest developments.

Chandler city officials announced safety upgrades at the intersection near Chandler High School to reduce accidents and improve pedestrian crossings, set for December implementation. The Citizen app expanded its emergency alert features, while Chandler Prep celebrated over 50 college scholarships for its athletes.

Chandler's Municipal Airport announces a $25 million expansion with 88,000 sq ft of new hangar space to boost jobs and regional travel. The city also passes its first e-bike ordinance, setting registration and safety rules as e-bike use grows.

Chandler officials installed LiDAR pedestrian detection at the Main Street and 1st Avenue intersection to boost safety for walkers and cyclists. Six people face charges in a violent home invasion case that occurred in the Northside neighborhood, raising concerns about residential crime and community security.

Chandler officers are investigating a violent high-speed chase that ended in a struggle with a reckless driver near the city's eastern border. The city also announced its first public housing complex in over five decades, located near the eastern border, aimed at addressing the housing crisis.

Chandler police are investigating a suspicious incident in the downtown area, urging the public to avoid the location. The Koli Equestrian Center is offering guided horseback rides through indigenous heritage sites, and Chandler Library is launching its summer reading challenge “Unearth a Story.”

Chandler residents now have the Citizen app for real-time safety alerts and community reporting, and a new east valley industrial project promises hundreds of jobs. Two Chandler High School students made the Presidential Scholar list, showcasing the city’s strong academic programs.

Chandler's police department is teaming up with the Citizen app to improve community safety and transparency. The city's school board is also debating mental health resources for students amid rising concerns about student well-being.

Chandler police made arrests leading to indictments in Maricopa County store thefts and a suspect facing 28 felony counts after a power tool theft. Seafood City expanded with its first Arizona location and Miniso opened at Chandler Fashion Center, boosting downtown activity.

Chandler residents are demanding police reform after a mother's son died during a recent encounter, sparking calls for protocol changes. The city also announced the opening of Villas on McQueen, a new affordable housing project, while health officials advance a faster Valley Fever test.

Chandler police face a $10 million lawsuit after a fatal shooting during a mental health crisis, while five suspects are arrested in a brutal attack on an elderly couple. A Chandler student is suing Peoria Unified School District over alleged misconduct, and city leaders oppose a Republican plan to cut photo radar fines.

Chandler residents can now access real-time emergency alerts and community resources through the new Chandler’s Citizen app. The city also welcomed Brooker’s U.S. history-themed ice cream shop in downtown Chandler, while the community honors Donald Jacobson’s legacy through shared stories and memories.

Chandler police arrested two suspects in a violent home invasion that injured an elderly man and his daughter, while issuing Red Flag Warnings across Arizona to address potential threats. The city also announced a $3 million youth grant program supporting education, mentorship, and mental health initiatives.

Chandler law enforcement is investigating a violent home invasion that left an elderly man with a fractured skull and his disabled daughter shot, prompting calls for neighborhood vigilance. The city also launched the Citizen app to enhance community safety and real-time reporting, while Chandler's housing market remains one of Arizona's most expensive with soaring home prices.

Chandler police are investigating a hospitalization incident in a local neighborhood and rescued a dog trapped in a vehicle at the Westridge Shopping Center amid extreme heat. The department also promotes the Citizen app for community safety collaboration as temperatures remain dangerously high.

Chandler residents now have access to the Citizen app for real-time safety alerts and community updates, while Waymo partners with the Boys-Girls Clubs to offer youth internships in autonomous vehicle tech. The "History Rocks!" school tour also visits Chandler, providing an interactive look at key American historical events.

Chandler officials removed five Flock Safety cameras from a residential area amid privacy concerns and are reviewing public safety policies. The city also proposed a new ordinance to limit bird feeding due to property damage and health risks, while a one-year-old pitbull was rescued from a hot car.

Chandler residents should be aware of the tow truck fire near the busy interchange that closed a major freeway and the Loop 101 vehicle fire causing ongoing traffic delays. Authorities are also reminding locals to keep pets and children out of cars during the heatwave after a dog was rescued from a hot vehicle.

Chandler residents should stay alert after a four-vehicle crash on Loop 101 near Pinnacle Peak Road left three hospitalized, and local candidates like Matt Orlando are pushing for infrastructure and education reforms. The city also launched the Citizen app for real-time safety alerts, while Father’s Day deals and sports updates keep the community informed.

Chandler residents are urged to download the Citizen app for real-time safety alerts as a 12-year-old was hospitalized in an e-bike crash near a busy intersection. The city also marks progress in desegregation efforts with Chandler Unified School District working toward educational equity.

Chandler residents are mourning the loss of a woman killed in a house fire early Tuesday, as investigators seek to determine the cause. The city also saw a shift in focus during the Trump Celebration of America’s First 250 Years event, which was overshadowed by the Ostrich Festival.

Chandler officials warn of a potential conflict over EVIT programs at Chandler High School and Chandler Prep, risking access to critical resources due to funding and curriculum disputes. Meanwhile, the Citizen app provides real-time public safety updates, including traffic advisories, and animal control teams rescue ducklings from a storm drain near downtown.

Chandler: A Maricopa County Sheriff's Office detention deputy faces serious criminal charges after allegedly trying to meet a 15-year-old girl for sex, sparking concerns about detention system safety. Tempe is lowering speed limits on seven major streets to improve road safety following increased traffic incidents.

Chandler residents are mourning after a garage fire claimed a woman and two pets, while a Mesa man became a millionaire from a $15 bet. Animal rescuers saved ducklings in storm damage aftermath, and Queen Creek approved its new budget.