Friday, May 15, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1862, the Senate took up H.R. 357, the bill that would eventually create the Arizona Territory. See the original document here.

As crews continue containing the Jones Fire in Wickenburg, here’s a look inside the Super Scooper aircraft battling the blaze from above—and the high-tech planes mapping hotspots below.

Today’s sponsor, Doroni, is developing a personal electric aircraft designed to make everyday air travel more practical with a compact flying vehicle that charges like an EV, fits in a standard garage, and is built for consumer use rather than commercial fleets.

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Canadian Tourism to Arizona Drops 22%

New data shows Canadian tourism to Arizona dropped 22% in early 2026, raising concerns for the state’s hospitality and travel industries as fewer visitors head south this year.

Passenger counts on major Canadian airlines serving Phoenix tumbled from 292,000 to 229,000 in the first quarter, with officials pointing to a weaker Canadian dollar, higher travel costs, and tariff-related tensions as key factors.

Researchers analyzing cellphone location data also found Canadian visits to major U.S. metro areas dropped 42% last year, suggesting both leisure and business travel slowed.

A map tracking the downturn identified some of the biggest declines in places like Yuma, Florida beach cities, Las Vegas, and San Francisco.

Mayes Orders RV Park to Restore Power

State Attorney General Kris Mayes has ordered Pit Stop RV Park to restore power and halt alleged unlawful evictions after residents were reportedly left without electricity during triple-digit heat in Quartzsite.

According to Mayes’ office, park management gave tenants 48 hours to vacate before allegedly shutting off electrical service, though no reason for the evictions was publicly provided.

Officials said several elderly and disabled tenants live at the park, where temperatures topped 100 degrees this week, raising concerns about heat-related illness and violations of state law.

The park’s owners were ordered to restore power by yesterday evening or face potential penalties. Park management has not publicly responded to the allegations.

Prescott Man Arrested in Kidnapping Hoax

A Prescott man accused of staging a cartel kidnapping was taken back into custody after authorities said he fled midway through his trial.

According to the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, 33-year-old Mark Ellis told his employer he had been kidnapped by a Mexican drug cartel and needed more than $17,000 wired to him to stay alive.

Investigators later determined the kidnapping was fabricated, saying Ellis devised the scheme to recoup online gambling losses.

Authorities arrested Ellis Tuesday night after locating him hiding in the back of a vehicle in Prescott. The original 2025 investigation also turned up drug paraphernalia at his home.

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Morgan Stanley Calls This a $9T Opportunity

If Morgan Stanley is right, the flying car industry will grow 185,850% by 2050. In fact, they say it will reach $9 trillion in size, more than twice as valuable as today’s global car market.

And 5,500+ investors believe Doroni will lead the charge.

While competitors chase air fleets and taxis, Doroni’s H1-X aircraft is designed for everyday life. It plugs in and charges like an EV, fits in a two-car garage, and requires just 25 hours of training to pilot.

Others are peddling blueprints and renderings. Meanwhile, Doroni just unveiled a full-scale showroom prototype in March. It was so impressive, FOX Business called it the “‘flying car’ set to revolutionize personal air travel.”

600+ people have already reserved one, good for $240M in potential revenue for Doroni. Now’s your chance to claim a piece of this growth as a Doroni investor today.

➤ Flagstaff will host a free Route 66 Centennial Celebration on June 6 featuring 3D street art, classic cars, live music, family activities, and Route 66-themed events across town. (Event)

➤ Scottsdale Unified School District will ask voters to consider a $375 million bond measure in November for campus security upgrades, technology, and school repairs districtwide. (Watch)

➤ Peoria: Plans are underway for three new groundwater wells ahead of possible Colorado River cuts and growing demand tied in part to the future Amkor semiconductor facility. (More)

➤ Goodyear: A former police officer resigned after an investigation found nearly 40 incidents of excessive speeding while on duty, including speeds up to 127 mph. (Watch)

➤ Bullhead City: A man was arrested after police say he aimed a green laser at a medical helicopter in flight and was later found with methamphetamine during a traffic stop. (Photo)

➤ Tucson: Grant Road between I-10 and Fairview will close for more than two months starting May 22 as crews enter the final phase of a long-running improvement project. (Watch)

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➤ New ASU basketball coach Randy Bennett said beating in-state rival Arizona is essential to building the program into Big 12 contenders. The Sun Devils have lost seven straight to the Wildcats. (More)

➤ Arizona bettors have wagered $33.9 billion on sports since the state legalized betting in 2021, generating roughly $180 million in privilege fees for the state. (More)

➤ The Diamondbacks traded outfielder Alek Thomas to the Dodgers for 17-year-old prospect Jose Requena. Thomas hit .181 with two home runs in 28 games this season. (More)

➤ The Arizona Cardinals won’t play an international game during the 2026 NFL season. (More)

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➤ Yuma’s labor force shrank nearly 7% over the past year as more residents retire and others become discouraged in their job search, according to labor market officials. (Watch)

➤ The parent company of UFC and WWE will bring seven major combat sports and professional bull riding events to the Phoenix area over the next three years under a new multi-event deal. (More)

➤ Opening dates have been announced for several stores at Buckeye’s new Verrado Marketplace, including Target, ULTA Beauty, Marshalls, HomeGoods, and Bath & Body Works. (More)

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Personal Flight Just Became Street Legal

The White House signed an executive order on flying cars. The FAA created new Light Sport Aircraft rules. And Doroni Aerospace just became one of the first personal eVTOLs approved for manned testing.

Their H1-X personal aircraft fits in your garage, charges like an EV, and flies 120 mph for 100 miles. It’s designed for everyday life, not professional pilots, requiring just 25 hours of training to operate its intuitive joystick controls.

They just unveiled the full-scale showroom prototype, a milestone 9 years coming. In that time, they saw 600+ pre-orders, $240M+ in potential revenue, and $14.5M+ in capital raised from 5,500+ investors.

Now they’re tracking to begin delivering H1-X units by 2028. Become an early-stage investor in Doroni’s growth before the world fully catches on.

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➤ Scottsdale man Barry Baker reunited with the Costco employees who saved his life after a cardiac arrest, calling them heroes and adding, “If it weren’t for them, I wouldn’t be here.” (Watch)

➤ The U.S. Forest Service will celebrate National Trails Day on June 6 by waiving recreation fees at popular Southern Arizona spots like Sabino Canyon and Mount Lemmon. (Details)

➤ A Pinal County deputy rescued a puppy swept away in a canal near Coolidge, and now the sheriff’s office is fostering the dog—temporarily named “Dispatch”—while searching for her owner. (Watch)

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