Traffic Signal Retiming Continues

Traffic engineers across the Phoenix Valley continue to adjust traffic signals in response to studies showing longer yellow lights reduce crashes.

Two years into the three-year project, engineers have retimed 433 of 872 intersections, with the remaining work set to be completed by October 2026.

The engineers are adjusting the yellow lights to give drivers enough time and distance to react and stop, even if they are slightly exceeding the speed limit.

One of the studies was a 2019 report that found Arizona led the nation in red-light crashes.

Man Attempts Helicopter Theft

A man who tried to steal a medical helicopter from a hospital in Yavapai County faces multiple charges after his arrest in Ash Fork last week.

Rome Steele, 21, allegedly assaulted a nurse and tried to steal a Native Air medical helicopter at a Prescott hospital on June 8. 

After leaving the hospital, he allegedly stole a car from an auto dealership before crashing the car into a ditch in Paulden.

The next day, police in Ash Fork stopped and arrested a disoriented Steele while he was driving an SUV reported stolen from outside a fire station.

Wildcats Eliminated From College World Series

Arizona was eliminated from the College Baseball World Series, losing 8-3 to Louisville on Sunday in Omaha, Nebraska.

The Wildcats led through seven innings but gave up six runs in the bottom of the eighth and went scoreless in the ninth.

On Friday, Arizona fell to the elimination bracket after a loss to Coastal Carolina.

Follow this year’s tournament results here.

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➤ New River: Authorities named Adam Sheafe, 50, as the suspect in the April 28 murder of William “Pastor Bill” Schonemann, which they described as a random act and “religious in nature.” Sheafe, who has a long criminal history, remains in jail. (Photo)

➤ Marana: Human remains found during construction on newly acquired town property may have been buried there for more than 20 years, authorities said. (Watch)

➤ Yuma: Armored military vehicles are operating near the San Luis Port of Entry as part of the federal government’s enhanced border security efforts. (Watch)

➤ Apache Junction: Five people were treated at a hospital for coughing due to suspected chlorine exposure at a community swimming pool. All were in stable condition. (Watch)

➤ Phoenix Valley: Thousands of people took part in the No Kings demonstrations Saturday, objecting to President Trump’s policies. (Watch)

➤ Maricopa: The state Department of Public Safety is reviewing at least 40 old police cases to determine if they were properly investigated before being closed. (Watch)

➤ The Arizona Diamondbacks stormed back from four runs down in the bottom of the ninth to post an 8-7 walk-off win against San Diego. (Highlights)

➤ Phoenix Suns star forward Kevin Durant named three teams he would most like to go to in a trade: Houston, San Antonio, and Miami. (More)

➤ The Arizona Cardinals have yet to agree to a rookie contract with first-team All-American cornerback Will Johnson, the team’s second-round pick this year. (More)

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➤ Hap’s Pit Barbecue will close after operating for more than 30 years in Phoenix due to the owner’s retirement. (More)

➤ In-N-Out, with nearly 40 Arizona locations, serves the nation’s favorite fast food fries, a study of online reviews found. Shake Shack ranks second. (See List)

➤ Sarival Logistics Center in Glendale sold for $128.2 million, the largest single-building industrial sale in the Phoenix Valley since the start of 2023. (Details)

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➤ A worker with a roadside cleanup crew was injured when a cement truck swerved off the highway while trying to avoid an accident along U.S. 60 in the East Phoenix Valley. (Watch)

➤ Phoenix recorded its first 110-degree day on Saturday. Last year, the city reached the mark 70 times, the most in its history. (More)

➤ A drone show and several fireworks shows will take place in Phoenix in the weeks leading to the Fourth of July. (Details)

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Do you believe Friday the 13th brings bad luck?

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