Monday, April 6, 2026

Good Morning! On this day in 1967, Old Tucson Studios finished building the sets for High Chaparral, a TV series about an Arizona rancher which aired from 1967 to 1971.

We hope you had a great Easter! Here’s a look at how Arizonans have celebrated over the years, from sunrise services at Turf Paradise to the long-running Dolly Sanchez Memorial Easter Egg Hunt.

Today’s edition is a bit shorter than usual so our staff could spend time with family. We’ll be back tomorrow with our regular edition.

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Wildcats Fall to Michigan

Arizona’s Final Four run ended in a 91-73 loss to Michigan on Saturday, with the Wolverines advancing to face Connecticut in tonight’s national title game.

The Wildcats couldn’t recover from an early deficit, with Michigan converting turnovers into 26 points, while Arizona shot a season-worst 36.6% from the field and trailed by 16 at halftime.

Freshman forward Koa Peat led the Wildcats with 16 points and 11 rebounds, providing a steady presence for Arizona on a tough night against a deep Michigan team.

Wildcats head coach Tommy Lloyd signed a five-year contract extension on Friday, amid reported interest from North Carolina.

Opioid Crisis Costs Employers

A study found that opioid use cost Arizona an estimated $58 billion in workplace productivity, medical care, and law enforcement in 2023, affecting nearly 9% of full-time workers.

A separate national study on all substance abuse found that employees with untreated disorders took nearly 50% more unscheduled days off and had a 44% higher turnover.

Employment experts say companies can respond by reducing stigma, promoting resources, and supporting treatment through tools such as the OUD Business Toolkit.

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➤ Statewide: Gov. Katie Hobbs backed off her push for pre-April 15 changes in state tax policies and tax forms in response to new federal income tax cuts. (More)

➤ Yuma: Yuma Proving Ground hosted a superhero parade in celebration of the Month of the Military Child. (Watch)

➤ Statewide: AI-powered devices that resemble smoke detectors are helping senior living communities better monitor residents’ movement and sleep, and prevent falls. (Watch)

➤ Prescott Valley: The free YCCA Home Show will take place from April 24-26, showcasing professional and do-it-yourself services. (More)

➤ Scottsdale: The mayor’s former chief of staff is considering filing a lawsuit after being fired over allegations of official misconduct. (More)

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