Maricopa County, Arizona, has recently made headlines due to a record number of heat-associated deaths, with 425 reported so far this year. The county is currently experiencing a historic heat wave, with temperatures consistently exceeding 110 degrees for 55 days, breaking previous records. Additionally, two Republican county supervisors in Cochise County, Arizona, which is part of Maricopa County, were indicted on felony charges for interfering with the certification of the 2022 election results.
Maricopa County is located in the south-central part of Arizona and is the state's most populous county, with an estimated population of 4,485,414 as of 2019. It is the fourth-most populous county in the United States. The county seat is Phoenix, which is also the state capital and largest city in Arizona. Maricopa County is known for its desert climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The county is home to a diverse population and a variety of cultural attractions, including museums, parks, and outdoor recreational areas.