Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of January.
Good morning, Maricopa.
💼 Business
Aldi will open 10 new stores in metro Phoenix in 2026 and build a distribution center in Goodyear by 2028, with a new store coming soon in Maricopa.
The discount chain aims to make shopping easier for local customers.
🎭 Culture
Charlie Puth announced his 2026 tour supporting his upcoming album 'Whatever's Clever' and will perform on April 24 at Arizona Financial Theatre in Phoenix (ticket prices start at $171).
Local fans can buy tickets online.
🏛️ Government
The Arizona Department of Gaming announced a free peer support program that will pair those troubled by gambling with trained specialists through in-person, phone and online sessions.
Managed by Dezerve Counseling, the program will launch statewide in spring.
Maricopa residents should note that passport processing takes 4-6 weeks for standard and 2-3 weeks for expedited services, with mailing adding up to two weeks extra.
New passports cost $130 with a $35 fee while passport cards cost $30 with the fee; 25 acceptance facilities serve Phoenix.
🏈 Sports
Suns guard Jalen Green is ruled out of today's game at Miami Heat due to a right hamstring strain — he did a pregame workout on Jan.
11 and coach Jordan Ott hopes he will return during the six-game road trip.
Arizona State finalized 20 transfer portal additions — an effort to rebuild after losing key offensive linemen and linebackers.
The Sun Devils are ranked ninth nationally and third in the Big 12.
ASU quarterback Sam Leavitt is reportedly set to sign with LSU, as reported by ESPN's Pete Thamel, after recovering from foot surgery.
He has made trips to Tennessee, Kentucky + Miami to weigh his options following his transfer from Michigan State.
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