Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1862, Union troops set out from the Pima Villages toward Confederate-held Picacho Pass, setting up the next day’s Battle of Picacho Peak, the westernmost Civil War clash with fatalities.

April marks a key window for Arizona citrus health, with watering, fertilizing, pruning, and pest checks making a big difference before summer heat arrives. See tips here.

Becoming a millionaire sounds like something reserved for the highest earners or people who catch a big break. But the math tells a different story. On today’s episode of The Flyover Podcast, host Ayla Brown breaks down how consistent investing, even on an average income, can quietly build serious wealth over time, even make you a millionaire! So what do the numbers say, what could you invest in, and how realistic is it for most people? Tune in here!

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‘Miracle’ Emergency Landing Caught on Camera

Surveillance footage captured the moment a small plane safely crash-landed on a busy street in central Phoenix on Sunday.

The aircraft lost engine power soon after takeoff from a private runway in Laveen, forcing veteran pilot Mike Tragarz to make an emergency landing.

All three people on board received only minor injuries.

“It’s 100% a miracle,” Phoenix Fire Captain DJ Lee said. “This is a very busy street. It’s always busy, but for whatever reason, when he crashed in this little area, all of the traffic was away.”

One woman who was getting off a bus said she was surprised by seeing the plane flying just above her head before touching down, as Tragarz narrowly avoided cars, buildings, and power lines, striking only a water main and landscaping.

Kamikaze Survivor Turns 100

A World War II U.S. Navy veteran who survived a kamikaze attack celebrated his 100th birthday in Scottsdale this month.

Leonard Schwartz served aboard the USS St. Lo when the ship was sunk by a kamikaze attack off the Philippines in 1944. More than 100 sailors died.

Schwartz recalled spending hours in the water avoiding explosions and sharks until rescue, calling himself “lucky to be alive.”

Now living at a Scottsdale care home, Schwartz also reflected on a century of life that included service in the Korean War and a 72-year marriage.

Phoenix Police Drop Foreign Plates

Phoenix police say they will stop using non-U.S. license plates on unmarked vehicles after a viral video showed officers using cars with Mexican plates.

The department confirmed it had operated such vehicles and said Police Chief Matt Giordano has discontinued the practice and ordered a review.

The video showed officers making an arrest near 30th Avenue and Indian School Road during a traffic stop tied to a felony warrant.

Police acknowledged the plates caused confusion and concern and said officers must clearly identify themselves during interactions with the public.

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➤ Maricopa County: The county planning and zoning board unanimously approved a 160-acre data center campus and gas plant near Luke Air Force Base. (More)

➤ Eloy: Hundreds of Hawaii inmates could transfer out of the Saguaro Correctional Center as Hawaii looks to end its use of out-of-state prisons. (Details)

➤ Tucson: Police seek help identifying a Dodge Charger linked to a fatal hit-and-run crash on Saturday near Country Club and Valencia roads. (Photos)

➤ Statewide: Eight Mexican gray wolves from Arizona and elsewhere were released into the rural Mexican state of Durango to restore historic populations. (More)

➤ Casa Grande: A man was hospitalized after an officer-involved shooting late Sunday night, with no officers injured as an investigation continues. (Watch)

➤ Statewide: Wildlife officials urged residents to leave baby animals alone, warning that human interference can harm or prevent their survival. (More)

➤ Flagstaff High School’s Yohanes van Meerten set an Arizona high school track record in the 3200 meters on Saturday, breaking a mark that had stood since 2012. (More)

➤ The Phoenix Suns host the Trail Blazers tonight in the franchise’s first-ever play-in tournament game. The winner earns the No. 7 seed and a first-round matchup with San Antonio. (More)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly will make his season debut tonight against Baltimore after missing the first few weeks of the season with a back issue. (More)

➤ The Phoenix Mercury re-signed Alyssa Thomas, Kahleah Copper, and DeWanna Bonner on Sunday, bringing back the core of last season’s WNBA Finals roster. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: NHL | MLB | NCAAB | NCAASB | Soccer

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➤ Burlington Stores broke ground on its 2 million-square-foot distribution center in Buckeye, expected to open in 2028. (More)

➤ Record-high coffee bean prices and rising costs are squeezing Tucson coffee shops, forcing small owners to adapt to stay afloat. (Details)

➤ A 1,730-acre Patagonia ranch bordering the Coronado National Forest went up for sale for $19.5 million. The property includes extensive water and mineral resources. (Photos)

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➤ The iconic 1930s-era neon sign at Hotel Beale in Kingman will be relit after decades of darkness during a downtown Route 66 event and community celebration. (Photo)

➤ A 35-foot water tower monument and digital display now lights up downtown Peoria, honoring the city’s agricultural and railroad roots near the original 1889 site. (Photos)

➤ Sedona seeks a $200,000 grant to remove invasive Tree of Heaven and Siberian Elm, fast-spreading species that threaten native plants and waterways. (More)

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