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A Phoenix streetwear shop, Restock Ave, was burglarized through a smash-and-grab early on July 24, with suspects using a stolen vehicle to gain access. The store's owner, Chris Sotelo, expects repairs to take two to three months, impacting back-to-school sales. Despite the closure, the online store remains operational.
Sedona customers of the Arizona Water Company will face a 45% increase in their water rates to cover the $6 million cost of burying a new water storage tank. The Arizona Corporation Commission determined that Sedona should bear the higher costs due to local aesthetic preferences. The tank is necessary to meet the region's drinking water and fire flow demands.
Arizonans may witness a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch from California this weekend, scheduled for liftoff at 8:55 p.m. PT on July 26. The launch will deliver 24 Starlink satellites into low-Earth orbit, potentially visible across Arizona if conditions are favorable. Residents are advised to check for updates due to possible launch delays from weather or technical issues.
ICE rescinded Rep. Yassamin Ansari's request to visit three sick detainees at Eloy Detention Center, citing invalid paperwork. Ansari aimed to address concerns regarding inadequate medical care for detainees, including serious health issues like leukemia and kidney infections.
Arizona Lottery results for Mega Millions and Pick 3 were announced on July 25, 2025. Players are encouraged to check their tickets for potential winnings from the daily lottery draw games. The results are available through the Arizona Republic.
Rep. Greg Stanton faced denial of entry to the Eloy Detention Center, marking the second instance this month where Arizona lawmakers were blocked from oversight visits. Stanton argued that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) violated federal law by refusing access, as Congress members can conduct unannounced visits under a law signed by President Biden. The incident underscores ongoing tensions between lawmakers and ICE regarding access amid stricter regulations during Trump's administration.
Brady Kiser will not face charges in the drowning death of his 3-year-old son, Trigg, as prosecutors determined there was "no reasonable likelihood of conviction." The decision followed a thorough review of evidence, including surveillance footage from their home. Trigg's death, which occurred on May 18, garnered significant attention due to his mother, social media influencer Emilie Kiser.
Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard and 31st Avenue will close at Loop 101 from July 25 to 28 for construction projects. Drivers should use detour routes and consult az511.gov for real-time traffic updates. No full freeway closures are scheduled in metro Phoenix during this period.
The Trump administration released $110 million in federal education grants for Arizona after bipartisan pressure from congressional Democrats and Republicans. The funding, crucial for public schools, had been frozen, affecting hiring and educational programs just weeks before the new school year. Arizona officials hailed the release as a victory for students and educators.
A hot-air balloon crash in Eloy, Arizona, killed four people, including the pilot, on January 14, 2024. The National Transportation Safety Board reported that pilot error led to the incident, which occurred after eight skydivers had jumped from the balloon. The pilot, Cornelius van der Walt, opened the balloon's rapid deflation valve, resulting in a fatal descent.