Friday, April 10, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1874, President Ulysses S. Grant issued a land patent for the site of present-day Phoenix, with 320 acres bought for $550.

In Top Stories, we break down the projected winners in the contentious Salt River Project election. In Sports, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll makes baseball history.

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Plane Crash Kills Two

Two people were killed Wednesday afternoon when their single-engine plane crashed at Marana Regional Airport, the second fatal plane crash in southern Arizona in about a year.

Also on Wednesday, two people survived an emergency landing near the Cave Creek landfill on Wednesday.

In a separate incident the day before, two people were hospitalized after a plane crashed into a home in Fort Mohave.

In Wednesday’s fatal crash, authorities said the Piper PA-32 went off the runway while landing and burst into flames “under unknown circumstances.” The victims have not been identified. According to the FAA, the plane had initially departed from Springerville Municipal Airport.

In February 2025, a mid-air collision at the same airport killed two people, prompting renewed calls for a control tower at the busy, uncontrolled airfield.

SRP Election Sees Split Outcome

Unofficial results from Tuesday’s Salt River Project election show the Clean Energy Team won a majority of board seats while Turning Point Action-backed candidates secured the top leadership roles.

The race highlighted competing visions for Arizona’s energy future, with Clean Energy Team candidates emphasizing renewables and consumer protections, and Turning Point-backed candidates focusing on an “all-of-the-above” energy strategy and economic growth.

Chris Dobson is expected to be named president and Barry Paceley vice president—both backed by Turning Point Action—while Clean Energy Team candidates secured multiple at-large and division seats.

The Clean Energy Team was outspent 10-to-1 in an election that drew unusually high voter turnout.

Suns Clinch Play-In Spot

The Phoenix Suns clinched the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference with a 112-107 win over the Dallas Mavericks, securing a spot in the NBA playoff play-in tournament.

Devin Booker scored 37 points and Dillon Brooks added 28 as Phoenix built a lead, then held off a late Dallas rally.

As the No. 7 seed, the Suns will host the yet-to-be-determined No. 8 team in the play-in round. The winner will advance to face the Western Conference’s No. 2 seed.

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➤ Grand Canyon: Additional visitor restrictions that take effect Saturday will limit overnight stays and campground access after pipeline breaks halted water flow to the South Rim. (More)

➤ Statewide: The Arizona Clean Elections Commission released its 2026 debate schedule and moderator roster ahead of the July 21 primary. (Details)

➤ Mohave County: Two men died after a high-speed boat crash in Topock Gorge along the Colorado River after their vessel struck a rock shoreline. (More)

➤ Tucson: More than three miles of streets will close Sunday for Cyclovia, a car-free community event expected to draw about 45,000 to walk, bike, and gather. (More)

➤ Mesa: The city will allocate up to $367,000 annually for streetlight upgrades as crews continue replacing outdated bulbs with energy-efficient LED lighting. (Watch)

➤ Flagstaff: A man was arrested after allegedly firing a gun near City Hall during a city council meeting, prompting a brief lockdown with no injuries reported. (Photo)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll became the first player in MLB history to record 120 stolen bases, 80 home runs, and 40 triples through his first 500 games. (More)

➤ Kingman Rodeo takes place this weekend, bringing two days of PRCA-sanctioned rodeo events to the Mohave County Fairgrounds. (More)

➤ Arizona State men’s basketball center Massamba Diop will enter the transfer portal after a freshman season that included 69 blocks in 33 games. (More)

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➤ A study ranks Arizona as the 15th best in the nation for workers age 65 and older, based on income, job access, remote work opportunities, and other factors. (Report)

➤ A survey of more than 4,100 Surprise residents found IKEA once again tops the city’s retail wish list, while a LEGO Store entered the top 10. (List)

➤ Golf N’ Stuff in Tucson is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking five decades as a popular spot for mini golf, arcade games, and family entertainment. (Watch)

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➤ An 80-year-old Sun City man continues to work as a Lyft driver despite serious health issues to help pay medical bills for himself and his wife. (Watch)

➤ Valley students will paint classic cars at Tempe Diablo Stadium car show this weekend, showcasing their skills while raising money for fallen DPS troopers and the Phoenix Art Museum. (Watch)

➤ Officials plan to introduce endangered native fish at El Rio Preserve in Marana to boost the ecosystem, improve mosquito control, and support environmental education. (Watch)

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