TUESDAY, MARCH 4, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1915, the state legislature asked the U.S. Congress to build a barbed-wire fence along the state’s border with Mexico. This 1972 photo shows a border checkpoint in Nogales.

Border security was the impetus for Gov. Katie Hobbs’ Operation Desert Guardian, but many sheriff departments chosen as partners say they’ve still not been briefed on it. More on that in today’s Top Stories.

We’re excited to announce the launch today of our newest state publication, The Ohio Flyover, covering all the news of the Buckeye State. For our Arizona Flyover readers who want to keep up with events in Ohio, you can sign up with one click here.

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Prior Damage Likely a Factor in Runway Crash

Investigators say prior damage to Mötley Crüe singer Vince Neil’s private jet may have been a contributing factor in a fatal February crash.

The National Transportation Safety Board determined that months before Neil’s Learjet collided with another jet on a Scottsdale runway, killing one person, the aircraft experienced landing gear failure in Oklahoma.

In that incident, the pilot reported a hard landing that caused both left main landing gear tires to burst. The NTSB said in its preliminary report that the remedial maintenance was performed incorrectly.

The crash killed 78-year-old pilot Joie Vitosky. Neil was not on the plane. You can see the NTSB’s preliminary report here.

Sheriffs Not Briefed on Border Plan

Multiple county sheriffs say they’ve still not been briefed on Gov. Katie Hobbs’ new border task force, Operation Desert Guardian, despite being named as partnering law enforcement agencies.

Most recently, Yuma County Sheriff Leon Wilmot said he hasn’t been consulted on the effort, even after asking state entities to join the department’s well-established narcotics force.

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos said he learned of the governor’s initiative from an emailed news release. He voiced concerns, saying, “I have my challenges. They’re not that border.“

Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels said he wasn’t aware of the new border task force before it was announced, nor has he seen an operational plan.

Cancer Survivor ‘Hits Home Run for Life’

Three-time cancer survivor and actor Colin Egglesfield earned an eruption of cheers after hitting a “home run for life” during Saturday’s spring training game between the L.A. Dodgers and San Francisco Giants in Glendale. Watch the report here.

At the top of the third inning, Egglesfield’s story was shared with the crowd before he hit a pretend home run, ran the bases, and high-fived players from both teams.

Known for his roles in Chicago Fire and Something Borrowed, Egglesfield has battled testicular cancer twice and was most recently treated for prostate cancer.

The 52-year-old is now cancer-free and offered words of advice at the event, saying, “Don’t give up… don’t give up. There’s people out there who care, who support you and you’ve just got to be honest about how you’re feeling.”

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➤ Phoenix: A couple was indicted after allegedly selling a home they were squatting in, a problem that investigators say is a growing trend. (See Video)

➤ Goodyear: The West Valley Cycle group held its second memorial ride to honor the two people killed and 16 injured in 2023 when a driver plowed through a group ride on the Cotton Lane Bridge. (See Video)

➤ Tucson: Hundreds of protestors rallied outside the Tesla dealership on Oracle and River in objection to CEO Elon Musk’s role in the Trump administration’s federal budget cuts. (See Video)

➤ Statewide: Windy conditions, cooler temperatures, and chances of rain and snow are expected in various parts of the state this week. (Watch Report)

➤ Flagstaff: The Coconino County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect who fled a traffic stop that led to a large drug seizure on Sunday. (See Video)

➤ Mesa: The Planning and Zoning Board voted 4-0 to recommend council approval for a 120-unit luxury apartment complex despite public objections. (More)

➤ NBA insider Shams Charania says the Phoenix Suns will look to trade Kevin Durant in the offseason barring a playoff run this season. (More)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks star outfielder Corbin Carroll was removed from the team’s Sunday spring training game due to back tightness. (More)

➤ Arizona baseball picked up two ranked wins this weekend at the Astros Foundation College Classic at Daikin Park. The Wildcats finished 3-1 overall at the event, with the loss coming against No. 3 Tennessee, the defending national champions. (More)

➤ College sports are important in Arizona, and the future of name, image, and likeness policies are important to college sports. Sign up for NIL Wire to stay informed.

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➤ Kingman business Slimming Grace is being investigated for allegedly selling expired and “potentially dangerous” compounded medications. (More)

➤ Carvana officially entered the new vehicle sales market after buying a franchise dealership in Casa Grande. Since its founding in 2013, the Tempe-based business has been known as an online used-car retailer. (See Details)

➤ Tucson unveiled its first electric-powered garbage truck, which can operate up to eight hours on a single charge. The truck will be used as part of a pilot program as the city moves toward an all-electric fleet by 2030. (See Photo)

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➤ A Flagstaff woman will embark on a cross-country run to raise awareness for multiple sclerosis. Betsy Mueller, who was diagnosed with the disease in 2021, will depart from California and run 40 miles per day until she reaches New York. (Watch Report)

➤ The Arizona Territorial Company of Rough Riders hosted its annual World Championships of Cowboy Action Shooting, where participants compete using guns from the 1800s. (Watch Report)

➤ A bull jumped over a perimeter fence and into the stands at the 86th University of Arizona Rodeo in Tucson this weekend. Nobody was injured. (See Video)

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