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Maricopa
Wednesday, January 14th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 14th of January.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Semana Santa 2026 begins March 29 with Palm Sunday and ends April 5 with Easter. Local parishes in Maricopa plan services and processions that invite reflection and renewal—fostering deep traditions and a unified community. The Arizona Republic
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A Labor Department report indicated that grocery prices continued to rise in December despite annual inflation holding at 2.7%—with food-at-home costs increasing 0.7% and staples like dairy and cereals now more expensive than in previous months. Shoppers in Maricopa are noticing higher grocery bills. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich, who served two terms, died on Tuesday at age 59 — memorial details will be announced soon. KTAR
- ➤ Arizona law permits residents to trim overhanging branches (only up to the property line) and share block wall repair costs while public parking and leaf cleanup follow local codes. The guide helps neighbors understand allowed actions when dealing with maintenance or disputes. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Diamondbacks completed a trade Tuesday with St. Louis, acquiring eight-time All-Star third baseman Nolan Arenado — the deal also included minor league pitcher Jack Martinez and $31 million. Arenado, who played five seasons with the Cardinals, waived his no-trade clause to join the veteran team. KJZZ
- ➤ The Phoenix Suns began their six-game road trip on Tuesday at Kaseya Center against the Miami Heat at 5:30 p.m. MST with players recovering from injuries (Jalen Green and Jamaree Bouyea were sidelined while Jordan Goodwin practiced with a jaw strain) even as the team posted a three-game win streak. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Phoenix Suns star Devin Booker said after a Jan. 13 shootaround at Kaseya Center that his play is strong despite finishing 17th in fan votes—he may join the All-Star game as a reserve if media and player votes boost his tally, with voting closing today. The Arizona Republic
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