Here’s how Arizona officials are preparing for expected influx of NCAA men’s Final Four visitors

GLENDALE – Gov. Katie Hobbs, accompanied by law enforcement and city officials, held a news conference to discuss security protocols for the upcoming NCAA men’s Final Four games and events, set to be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale and in downtown Phoenix.

Phoenix Fire Chief Mike Duran III talks about public safety efforts in preparation for the 2024 Men’s Final Four in Arizona. Photo taken April 1, 2024, at the Glendale Media Center. (Photo by Daniella Trujillo/Cronkite News)

Firefighters work through PTSD with peer support, counseling

GLENDALE – Arizona firefighters have to fight post-traumatic stress disorder and other trauma in addition to flames. A counselor and peer support training help six metro Phoenix fire departments.


Fire officials claim success in fighting COVID-19 while fighting fires

WASHINGTON - Battling wildfires while battling the COVID-19 pandemic "definitely added a new challenge" for Arizona fire officials this year, but it's a challenge many say they have met.


Glendale Fire Department leads disaster drill training

The Glendale Fire Department led disaster drill training for local students at Landmark Middle School as students spent 21 hours of time in the classroom learning about proper preparations for how to handle disasters. (Video by Ben Margiott/Cronkite News)