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Article Icon 1Flight Delays Begin to Ease

Flight disruptions could linger at Phoenix Sky Harbor and other major airports following the end of the partial federal government shutdown.

On Wednesday night, President Trump signed the funding bill that enables federal agencies to resume regular operations and furloughed workers to return.

Phoenix Sky Harbor reported about 70 delays and 40 cancellations on Wednesday, an improvement over pre-shutdown disruptions, according to FlightAware.

The Federal Aviation Administration plans to keep in place some flight cutbacks during the transition.

Article Icon 1Camera Registry Aims to Boost Safety

The Goodyear Police Department launched a volunteer block watch program that invites residents and businesses to register their security cameras to assist with investigations.

The registry lets officers know which properties maintain doorbell and other security cameras. Police will only request footage deemed relevant to an investigation.

Residents and businesses expressed support for the program, saying the registry will enhance neighborhood safety.

Registration is available on the police department’s website.

Article Icon 1Restaurant Debuts Robot Servers

The Bag O’ Crab restaurant in Tucson rolled out artificial intelligence-aided robots to help deliver food to tables. Watch them in action.

The robots, named Thelma and Louise, act as backup servers and improve efficiency without replacing human employees, restaurant manager Brett Rucker said. He added that patrons—especially children—enjoy the novelty.

The California-based chain plans to expand its robot-assisted service to its newly opened second location in Goodyear.

Overseas, Russia’s first AI-powered humanoid robot faceplanted in its debut this week, highlighting the challenges of the emerging technology.

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Around Arizona

Globe: Government damage assessments said September’s flooding in Gila and Mohave counties destroyed 64 homes and damaged 248 others, with the combined loss estimated at $33.6 million. Federal disaster aid requests are pending. (Watch)

Statewide: Arizona’s congressional delegation reacted along party lines after President Trump signed a bill ending the record 43-day partial federal government shutdown. (More)

Benson: An air tank explosion at a rural farm left two people injured, one of whom was airlifted to a Tucson-area hospital. (More)

Phoenix: A police officer was charged with aggravated assault and endangerment after allegedly exceeding the speed limit by 50 miles per hour in a March crash. (Watch)

Statewide: Former Republican Gov. Doug Ducey said it’s too early for him to endorse a candidate in the 2026 governor race and that he plans to meet with all three GOP contenders. (More)

Tucson: Detectives are likely analyzing data from the suspect’s car computer for additional evidence in the Oct. 30 hit-and-run crash that killed three University of Arizona students walking in a crosswalk. (Watch)

Arizona Sports

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. underwent emergency surgery for appendicitis and will miss the team’s game against San Francisco. (More)

The Arizona Wildcats may redshirt freshman Bryce James, the son of LeBron James. (More)

Phoenix Mercury star Alyssa Thomas will play in the offseason startup league Project B. (More)

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Arizona Business

Waymo robotaxis will expand beyond their city-street routes and begin using freeways in Phoenix, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. (Watch)

An Arizona real estate expert said that the White House’s proposed 50-year mortgage could hurt homeowners long-term by slowing equity buildup and increasing total interest. (More)

A federal jury ordered Tempe-based GoDaddy to pay $170 million to Express Mobile for allegedly infringing on patents related to website-building technology. The company disputes the claim and plans to challenge the verdict. (More)

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➤ The Arizona Science Center will showcase Pompeii: The Exhibition on Saturday, immersing visitors in a recreation of the ancient city and a 4-D film portrayal of Mount Vesuvius’ eruption. (More)

 Az Business magazine named Arizona’s 100 Best Doctors for 2026 as selected by peers and industry experts. (List)

Six Arizona schools earned National Blue Ribbon honors in what may be the program’s final year as the federal government shifts more oversight of education to states. (Watch)

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