Friday, June 6, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1903, Gov. Alexander Brodie ordered the Arizona Rangers to go to Morenci and Clifton, where miners were striking. This circa 1903 photo shows a group of Arizona Rangers in Morenci.

Following this week’s flooding in Northern Arizona, mosquito activity is surging, with some testing positive for West Nile Virus—though no human cases have been reported. Catch the buzz in Around Arizona.

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Sullivan Named U.S. Capitol Police Chief

Michael Sullivan, the former interim police chief in Phoenix from 2022 until April, was named U.S. Capitol Police Chief and will be sworn in on June 30.

The decision marks the second time in four years that an outsider was chosen over tenured U.S. Capitol officers, including interim chief Sean Gallagher.

The Capitol Police Board expressed confidence in Sullivan, breaking with the views of the Phoenix Police Union, which had opposed Sullivan’s bid for the permanent chief’s job in Phoenix.

Sullivan said that the Phoenix police union’s motive may have been politically motivated.

Laughing Gas Misuse in Focus

Reports indicate the use of nitrous oxide, also known as laughing gas, may be on the rise among young people in Arizona due to its ease of purchase and use as a recreational drug.

Officials warned that inhaling the gas can lead to serious health problems, including asphyxiation, blood clots, frostbite, and paralysis.

Unlike some states that ban the retail sale of nitrous oxide, Arizona imposes an age restriction on purchases. The gas is sold under brand names like Galaxy Gas, Miami Magic, and HotWhip.

Last June, police bodycam footage showed a father being arrested for giving nitrous oxide to his young sons, aged 12 and 13, who then took to social media to post about the experience.

Suns Hire Ott as Head Coach

The Phoenix Suns hired Cleveland Cavaliers assistant Jordan Ott as head coach, marking the team’s fourth leadership change in four seasons.

Ott replaces Mike Budenholzer, who was fired after the team posted a 36-46 record despite the most expensive roster in NBA history.

Ott landed the job after the search was narrowed to him and Johnnie Bryant, who worked with Ott as an associate coach in Cleveland.

Fans and sports analysts voiced mixed reactions on the hiring, with some criticizing team owner Mat Ishbia’s decision-making abilities.

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➤ Santa Cruz County: The Ranch Fire near Patagonia burned through about 3,000 acres with 0% containment as of Thursday morning. (Track)

➤ Tucson: Authorities arrested a Mexican national who admitted to stealing the identity of a dead baby to obtain a Social Security number and an Arizona driver’s license. (Watch)

➤ Payson: Police shot and killed a 34-year-old man allegedly connected to drive-by shootings in Phoenix after the man opened fire at pursuing officers. (More)

➤ Maricopa County: Officials said 11 mosquito traps have tested positive for West Nile Virus in routine testing this year, with no human infections reported. (Watch)

➤ Tempe: The grace period for the city’s red light camera enforcement expired, and drivers will now be ticketed for speeding and running red lights. (Watch)

➤ Flagstaff: A man was in critical condition after he was hit by a police vehicle while riding an electric skateboard. (Details)

➤ Arizona baseball continues its postseason run at 9 a.m. today, facing North Carolina in the team’s sixth Super Regionals appearance and first under head coach Chip Hale. (Box Score)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly shut out the Atlanta Braves through seven innings to lead the team to a 2-1 series-clinching win on Wednesday night. (More)

➤ Arizona Cardinals coaches say first-round draft pick Walter Nolen III is “very coachable” and has “got things down pretty fast” during offseason workouts. (Watch)

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➤ Peoria residents protested a planned 2,000-worker Amkor Technology computer chip factory during a Tuesday council meeting, arguing the plant belongs in an industrial park, not a planned community. (Watch)

➤ Phoenix-based bakery Noble Bread and associated restaurant Noble Eatery vowed to remain open after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, saying the decision was “strategic and not forced.” (More)

➤ Hot air balloon company Rainbow Ryders and the Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children teamed to offer three pediatric cancer patients and their families a free sunrise balloon ride over the Sonoran Desert. (Watch)

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➤ Officials said equipment failure involving a transformer caused a power outage at the Grand Canyon North Rim. Some services remained open as workers attempted to restore power. (Details)

➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs signed into law a bill requiring human oversight of medical insurance claim denials, essentially blocking the use of artificial intelligence in such decisions. (Watch)

➤ The Phoenix Valley’s new South Central Extension light rail will open on Saturday. The 5.5-mile route connects the downtown hub and South Phoenix. (Map)

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