Phoenix, AZ News Roundup (8/20/25)

Cut Phoenix water waste: City officials say half of your household water is used outdoors, but rebates on low-flow fixtures, desert landscaping and smart irrigation can lower your bill — learn what you can do.

Colombian café opens near ASU: Cafetal Coffee now serves cortados, double-shot espressos and microfoam delights at 777 South College Ave., catering to ASU students and Tempe residents — check out the menu.

Phoenix’s new housing blueprint: Vice Mayor Ann O’Brien has unveiled zoning reforms, AI-driven city planning and model policies to speed up home construction and tackle Arizona’s housing shortage — learn what it means for Phoenix.

Valley pets up for adoption: Twenty cats and dogs at Maricopa County Animal Care and Control, Arizona Humane Society and other local rescues are waiting for a forever home — see if your new best friend is here.

Valley students earn college credit: Maricopa Community Colleges’ dual enrollment lets high schoolers earn both high school and college credits, tackle rigorous coursework at reduced cost, and shorten their path to a degree — find out how to get ahead.

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