Thursday, April 30, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1927, Mrs. William Henry Brophy donated $250,000 and 25 acres to establish a Jesuit school in Phoenix, now Brophy College Preparatory School. Hungry for a cause? Pei Wei Asian Kitchen locations will donate a portion of today’s honey-seared chicken sales to support an 8-year-old Phoenix Children’s […]

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1922, the Superior–Miami Highway opened, cutting about 18 miles off the drive between Phoenix and Globe and reducing steep mountain grades. Actor Patrick Wayne, son of John Wayne, will speak Saturday at the Western Spirit museum in Scottsdale as part of its Hollywood Western exhibition. […]

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1876, crews broke ground on the Yuma Territorial Prison. The first inmates arrived that summer. This photo shows the prison in 1930. The historic prison took on a very different role Saturday, hosting a Roaring Twenties–themed speakeasy night where cocktails met cellblocks. More in Et Cetera. […]

Monday, April 27, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1898, Arizonans enlisted in the Rough Riders for the Spanish–American War. This photo shows the unit with Theodore Roosevelt. Winslow or Flagstaff? The debate continues over what inspired the Eagles’ song Take It Easy, as locals in both cities claim a connection to the iconic “standing […]

Friday, April 24, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1997, Arizona Governor J. Fife Symington signed a bill clearing the way for the start of construction on Tempe Town Lake later that year. We asked for your favorite Route 66 memories, and here’s one of the many great responses that stood out: “As a 15-year-old […]

Thursday, April 23, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 2017, the Sawmill Fire ignited in the Santa Rita Mountains, prompting evacuations and threatening homes and wineries. Trailblazing armless pilot Jessica Cox is set to join the Arizona Aviation Hall of Fame. Have an against-the-odds story of your own? Reply to share! The cost of […]

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1947, construction was underway on 85 homes in the Broadmoor subdivision, a postwar development in Tucson. As historic U.S. Route 66 turns 100, watch an interview with Angel Delgadillo, the Seligman barber dubbed the Guardian Angel of Route 66 for his role in reviving the […]

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1877, Arizona Territory Indian Agent John Clum arrested Geronimo, whose later release led to renewed conflicts until his final 1886 surrender. Ahead of Earth Day on Wednesday, Valley communities are teaming up to clean hiking trails, plant trees, and remove invasive weeds in parks. A bombshell new […]

Monday, April 20, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1825, Charles Poston was born, later becoming known as the Father of Arizona for promoting early settlement and mining in the territory. A 2017 incident in Arizona that sparked a 47,000-acre wildfire is the kind of misfire that makes the creator of gender reveal parties […]

Friday, April 17, 2026 Good Morning! On this day in 1930, Greenlee County officers confiscated 17 stills, 2,000 gallons of mash, and 40 gallons of whiskey during Prohibition. Tucson Electric Power may start shutting off power to prevent wildfires during dangerous weather. Tell us in today’s Poll if you agree with the policy. If you’re […]