Good morning, Maricopa.

Residents in Rio Verde Foothills are rallying against a proposed 700-home development because they fear it will threaten water access and the rural way of life; community members urge planners to protect local resources as new plans move forward.

Passion Schurz, a 28-year-old member of the Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community, was found dead in a Scottsdale canal on March 28 and investigators reported no signs of injury while her family is fundraising for funeral expenses and support for her two children.

A report from the Grand Canyon Institute warned on Arizona Public Lands Day that state control of federal lands would cost $800 million a year in lost funds and higher wildfire suppression costs, affecting outdoor recreation and rural revenue.

A governor-appointed task force recommended eliminating tax incentives for data centers and shifting grid costs to major energy users to help meet rising demand, with the report suggesting a 40% increase over the next 15 years.

The nonbinding proposal submitted to Gov. Hobbs faced dissent from Google and Microsoft.

Outfielder Jordan Lawlar fractured his right wrist on April 2 when hit by a fastball and will miss 6 to 8 weeks.

The Diamondbacks will replace him with catcher/designated hitter Adrian Del Castillo while considering the return of Lourdes Gurriel Jr+