Monday, October 27, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1929, the remains of famed frontiersman and scout Pauline Weaver were reburied at the old Governor’s Mansion in Prescott.

Who says age slows you down? In Top Stories, an Arizona woman swims into the history books as the oldest woman to ever conquer the Catalina Island Channel.

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Shutdown Could Delay Food Stamps

Arizona food stamp recipients may miss November benefits due to the partial federal government shutdown.

About 900,000 adults and children receive aid from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as SNAP.

Meanwhile, Milton Liu, CEO of St. Mary’s Food Bank, said a pause could also create long lines and worsen shortages at food banks.

66-Year-Old Breaks Swim Record

Arizona swimmer Deborah Gardner set a Guinness World Record as the oldest woman to swim the Catalina Island Channel off the California coast.

The 66-year-old completed the 20-mile swim in just over 13 hours, braving frigid, shark-infested waters, and waves of up to three feet.

Fewer than 900 people worldwide have completed the channel crossing.

Gardner dedicated the swim to her father, a 90-year-old retired Marine, while raising funds for a nonprofit supporting veterans’ mental health.

Tesla Readies Robotaxis

Tesla hopes to launch its first wave of autonomous robotaxi cars in the Phoenix area by the end of this year, pending regulatory approval.

The service would enter a market already served by Waymo, which partners with ride-hailing service Uber.

Tesla’s launch in Phoenix is part of the company’s plan to deploy self-driving robotaxis in eight to 10 metro areas nationwide by year’s end.

In September, Tesla received permission from the state Department of Transportation to test autonomous vehicles with safety drivers on public roads.

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➤ Humphreys Peak: Two hikers struck by lightning last week atop the state’s highest mountain recounted the ordeal of battling injuries and freezing winds while awaiting rescue. The hikers—one from nearby Flagstaff and one from Canada, who didn’t know each other—said they were only able to survive by keeping each other conscious, warm, and calm. (Watch)

➤ Avondale: Two federal immigration officers were hospitalized after a driver allegedly rammed their vehicle during an attempted stop, leading to the arrests of the driver and a passenger. (More)

➤ Yuma: The Yuma Elementary School District lost more than $86,000 in payroll schemes allegedly orchestrated by a former human resources specialist, who faces multiple felony charges. (Details)

➤ Mohave County: Health officials reported the county’s 80th measles case in recent months. Few cases have been reported elsewhere in the state. (More)

➤ Bullhead City: Two homes in the North Mohave Valley Public Water System tested above federal lead limits, prompting a health notice and guidance to flush plumbing before use. (More)

➤ Scottsdale: The city council expanded its smoking ordinance to include e-cigarettes and vape pens, banning them in public spaces, city facilities, and near schools. (More)

➤ No. 24 Arizona State lost to Houston 24-16 at home on Saturday after the team’s fourth-quarter rally fell short. (Recap)

➤ The Arizona Diamondbacks will host their first Chase Field Batting Practice on Nov. 22, letting fans catch, bat, tour the clubhouse, and meet Baxter the Bobcat. (Ticket Information)

➤ Arizona men’s golf starts play today at the two-day Clerico tournament at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, aiming to rebound from a recent 10th-place finish. (More)

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➤ Phoenix shoppers face rising costs based on the consumer price index, with WalletHub ranking the metro area’s inflation as the 12th-highest in the nation. (Watch)

➤ Flagstaff businesses are hoping fall foliage tourism brings a boost in an otherwise slow year, with international visits especially sluggish. (Watch)

➤ The Gila River Indian Community opened the tribally-owned Sacaton Market grocery store, marking a major stride in food access and self-sufficiency. (Photo)

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➤ A Phoenix teenager’s friendship with MLB World Series slugger George Springer has fueled his passion to support and empower others who stutter. (Watch)

➤ Northland Pioneer College in Show Low will host its annual Empty Bowls fundraiser on Friday, with donations and an arts-and-crafts sale benefiting local hunger relief. (Details)

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