Good Day
Maricopa
Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Boycott Heaven, The Format's first studio album in 20 years, will be released on Jan. 23. The band will perform at ZIA Records (6 p.m. Jan. 23) and Stinkweeds (1 p.m. Jan. 24) in Phoenix while early listening events run Jan. 17-18 at over 100 independent record stores nationwide. The Arizona Republic
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A recent LendingTree study shows that an Arizona speeding ticket raises annual auto insurance costs by about $1,071 and increases rates by 28%, while drivers can lower expenses by taking defensive driving courses or raising their deductibles. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, Jan. 5, the Cardinals fired head coach Jonathan Gannon, leaving an opening amid a quarterback challenge. Quarterback Kyler Murray praised his former coach and noted he is unlikely to return as he may be traded or released while the team plans interviews on Jan. 6-7. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Arizona State football added junior wide receiver Omarion Miller from Colorado after his recent visit. Miller, a second-team All-Big 12 selection ranked No. 2 in the transfer portal, joined as the team’s fifth transfer and brought one year of eligibility + strong on-field potential. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Miami Hurricanes arrived at Sky Harbor Airport on Monday, Jan. 5 in Phoenix as they prepare for a media day today in Scottsdale and a College Football Playoff semifinal against Mississippi at State Farm Stadium on Jan. 8. The Arizona Republic
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