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Maricopa
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 3-year-old boy, son of TikTok influencer Emilie Kiser, died on May 18 after being rescued from a backyard pool in Chandler on May 12 at 7 p.m.—he received CPR and was hospitalized for six days while investigators continue to follow up on the incident. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Billie Eilish will perform at PHX Arena for two concerts on Nov. 18-19, 2025. An American Express presale starts today at noon—tickets go on sale to the general public on May 22. The Arizona Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A receiver will provide an update on the investigation into Isaac School District’s financial crisis—an effort to review the district’s finances—with details expected in the coming days. The update is part of ongoing steps to address concerns over financial discrepancies. 12 News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Corporate Commission ordered Michael Alexander Calendario to pay $199,110 in restitution and $55,000 in administrative penalties for misleading investors in a fix-and-flip home scheme as investors lost tens of thousands due to undisclosed risks—Calendario did not reveal his prior felony conviction, outstanding judgments, or tax liens while his companies were unlicensed to promise high returns. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes warned consumers on May 19 about rental scams that use fake listings and copied real ads to steal personal information. Spokesperson Richie Taylor advised renters to drive by the property to confirm its location and be cautious of upfront fees paid overseas. KJZZ
- ➤ Gov. Katie Hobbs is reviewing bills sent by lawmakers before their break while she nears her veto record with only five vetoes needed to surpass her previous mark — several issues including water, tax cuts, and election proposals remain in the pipeline. GOP leaders said they will use the break to work on a new state budget ahead of June 30. KJZZ
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