Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1927, Tucson opened the Temple of Music and Art. The site is now home to the Arizona Theatre Company.

Rents are falling in the Phoenix area. Find out why in Top Stories. Meanwhile, a $15 million mansion just hit the market in Scottsdale. Take a look here.

🎧 The Flyover Podcast is keeping an eye on major developments at the Supreme Court. The court is about to weigh in on a landmark gun-rights case—and it could reshape how the Second Amendment applies to people with past drug use. In today’s episode, we’ll break down what’s at stake, how the court’s decision could ripple across states like Arizona, and what you need to know. Tune in to today’s Flyover Podcast here.

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Flood Victim Remembered

Hundreds gathered in Rainbow Valley on Sunday for a candlelight vigil in remembrance of Vincent Upton, who was swept away last week attempting to cross a flooded wash in Buckeye.

The 42-year-old father and ironworker died from blunt force injuries.

His son, Jayden, described him as a “bright light of joy” with unwavering love for his community. Others remembered his generosity, work ethic, and the joy he brought others.

Upton is survived by his wife, Megan, and three children. A fundraiser has been set up to support the family.

Community members are now advocating for increased safety measures such as a bridge over the wash.

Exhausted Dog Saved During Race

A dog named Oso was rescued after becoming exhausted during the Lizard Peak Scramble race in Lake Havasu City on Saturday.

Event organizers said pets were not allowed at the race, but noted the hike is on a public trail with several access points and it’s common area to see hikers with dogs.

The Mohave County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue team provided first aid and used a special transport device to carry the 100-pound dog back to the trailhead.

Authorities reminded dog owners to assess their pets’ fitness, monitor for distress, and avoid strenuous hikes in desert conditions to prevent similar incidents.

Phoenix Apartment Rents Dip

Apartment rental rates in Phoenix are down an average of 2.2% from a year ago, real estate firm Zillow reported. Home rental rates were up 1.1%.

Nationally, affordability has improved, with rents taking up 28.4% of typical household income, down slightly from last year. Landlords are also offering record concessions.

Apartment construction in the Mountain West and the Sun Belt is creating pockets of affordability, benefiting renters in cities such as Phoenix, Denver, and San Antonio, Zillow said.

Arizona continues to attract newcomers, with 10 of the state’s ZIP codes ranking among the top 100 U.S. destinations for movers this year.

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From a Caltech Garage to a $1 Trillion Market

In 2016, some innovative Caltech robotics students set out to transform fast food. That first garage-built prototype became Miso Robotics.

Since then, Miso’s robots have worked 200K+ hours in live kitchens for brands like White Castle, frying 4M+ baskets of fries, chicken, and more. That traction convinced NVIDIA, Uber AI, and Amazon to help refine Miso’s AI and robots. As restaurants grapple with 144% employee turnover rates and $20/hour minimum wages, that’s a major edge.

No wonder Miso’s first fully commercial robot, Flippy Fry Station, sold out initial units in one week.

Now, Miso’s leveraging its new manufacturing partnership to scale US-based production nationwide across a $4B annual revenue opportunity.

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➤ Salt River: A father and his 8-year-old son were rescued by sheriff’s deputies and bystanders Thursday, after being swept away by strong currents in the Salt River near Sheep’s Crossing. (Photo)

➤ Tucson: The Walk for the Fight Against Breast Cancer in Tucson drew more than 700 participants on Sunday, honoring survivors and supporting community mammogram access. (Watch)

➤ Douglas: An off-duty police officer experiencing a mental health crisis surrendered peacefully after hours of negotiations with fellow law enforcement officers and family members on Sunday. (More)

➤ Winslow: The city named 18-year department veteran Ernesto Cano as police chief. (More)

➤ Statewide: With mosquitoes and West Nile cases on the rise, pediatrician Dr. Gary Kirkilas offered advice for parents on protecting their children and treating bites. (More)

➤ Randolph: Community leaders and residents celebrated the start of construction on the Randolph Cultural Center, set to open next year with offices, a gym, meeting rooms, and other amenities. (Photo)

➤ Arizona State re-entered the AP college football poll at No. 24 after beating Texas Tech this weekend. (More)

➤ The NCAA denied former Grand Canyon men’s basketball standout Tyon Grant-Foster’s waiver to play for Gonzaga this season, prompting an appeal from Gonzaga’s coach and several NBA general managers. (More)

➤ Arizona basketball won its preseason exhibition game against St. Mary’s 81-68, aided by a 23-point performance from point guard Jaden Bradley. (More)

➤ Yesterday’s Results: NFL | MLB | NHL | Soccer | Tennis

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➤ TastingTable named Sweeties Candy in Chandler as Arizona’s best candy shop, highlighting its large 13,000-square-foot space stocked with about 100,000 pounds of sweets. (Watch)

➤ A $51 million Tesla Megapack battery system is now operational in Kingman, storing enough energy to help power Nucor’s steel plant and support the local grid. (Photo)

➤ Bubba’s 33 restaurant in Yuma treated first responders to free meals ahead of its public opening on Monday. The restaurant will employ about 200. (Watch)

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“One of the Largest Industries Ever”

That’s what NVIDIA’s CEO said about robotics. And he’s not alone. Ark Invest values it as a $24 trillion global opportunity.

So it’s a big deal that NVIDIA, Uber AI, and Amazon helped Miso Robotics perfect Flippy, its new fully commercial kitchen robot. It’s no wonder that initial units sold out in just one week.

Miso already has 200K+ hours for brands like White Castle under its belt. With the $1T fast-food industry facing 144% employee turnover rates, Flippy provides 24/7 labor and can boost profits by up to 3X.

Now, Miso’s leveraging its new manufacturing partnership to scale US-based production nationwide across a $4B annual revenue opportunity.

And you can join 39k+ people as an early-stage Miso investor today. But don’t wait. Thursday is the final day to invest this year.

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➤ Rick Sharp celebrated 50 years of coaching Pop Warner football in Deer Valley, and he has no plans to step away. “It’s who I am,” he said. (Watch)

➤ The city of Flagstaff will begin demolishing the former Montalvo Fire Station Two on Monday to make way for construction of the Montalvo STEM Education Community Center. (Photos)

➤ State wildlife officials advise keeping pumpkins and other edible Halloween decorations indoors or elevated to prevent attracting wildlife. (Watch)

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