Good morning, Maricopa.

Less than two weeks after being convicted for conspiring to kill her former husband on April 22, Lori Vallow Daybell filed a motion on May 1 in Maricopa County Superior Court—she alleges juror misconduct, improper evidence handling, and prosecutorial errors tainted her trial.

Preston Lord's parents spoke at the sentencing hearing—William Hines received a 17-year prison term for his role in Lord's death and an aggravated assault case.

The Eta Aquariid meteor shower will peak on May 5 and 6 and will remain active until May 28.

Residents in Maricopa are encouraged to watch the eastern sky between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. for bright meteors burning up in the night sky.

The Arizona Diamondbacks will unveil their new Nike City Connect uniforms soon as leaked photos show a purple and teal design with a gradient on the front.

The jerseys will be worn against the Los Angeles Dodgers on May 8 or May 9—nothing official has been confirmed as the team awaits Nike’s announcement.

The San Antonio Spurs and Memphis Grizzlies removed interim tags on May 2 by naming new head coaches, leaving the Phoenix Suns as the only NBA team without a head coach after a 36-46 season under Mike Budenholzer.

Suns owner Mat Ishbia said he will review the front office structure before hiring a new coach, marking the team’s fourth coaching change in as many seasons.

Mother's Day Paint & Brunch Festival

11 AM – 2 PM — Central Arizona College — Early Bird Tickets $3+ — Celebrate Mother's Day with brunch, paint, and family-friendly activities.

Maricopa Memorial Day 5K

1:30-3 p.m. — Copper Sky Recreation Center — Registration required — Participate in a fun run that supports community health and camaraderie.