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Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Experts say homelessness among infants and toddlers increased 23 percent since 2021, with over 5,700 young children counted in Arizona — nearly 2 percent of kids under age three. High housing costs and rising parenting expenses have contributed to fewer children receiving help through home visiting and early learning programs. KJZZ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Six airlines will offer Early Bag Check on Wednesday at Phoenix Sky Harbor via Bags (a Metropolis company) so travelers can check up to two bags at the Rental Car Center and East Economy Parking. Counters open daily from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. KTAR
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ USA TODAY's Restaurants of the Year list names top spots across the West, including Phoenix’ Huarachis with lively music and bold flavors, Scottsdale’s Indibar offering modern Indian fare & warm service, and The Stand at the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community serving authentic frybread, highlighting unique dining experiences today. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Lady Gaga is set to perform at Desert Diamond Arena on Feb. 14 and Feb. 15 during Valentine’s Day Weekend — the doors open at 7 p.m. and the show starts at 8 p.m., following her recent Super Bowl halftime performance. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Kris Mayes announced a $12 million settlement with a home warranty company known for celebrity endorsements that may offer refunds to thousands of Arizonans. 12 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Maricopa County health officials warned on Feb. 9 that anyone who visited Terminal 4 at Phoenix Sky Harbor on Jan. 29 between 4 and 8:30 p.m. might have been exposed to measles and should watch for symptoms until Feb. 19. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Pitchers and catchers reported to Camelback Ranch in Glendale Tuesday to start MLB's 2026 spring training + the Cactus League will feature games that include matchups with national teams in upcoming events. KJZZ
- ➤ At Salt River Fields, three injured Diamondbacks pitchers began spring training workouts Tuesday after their elbow surgeries last year. Burnes aims to return by the All-Star break, Puk may be ready by early May, and Martinez could be back by late August, according to team officials. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ ASU football prospects Tyson, Abney & Iheanachor earned strong buzz during Super Bowl Radio Row as experts noted Tyson’s explosive play and the draft potential of Abney and Iheanachor ahead of April’s NFL Draft. The Arizona Republic
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