Good morning, Maricopa.

Governor Hobbs signed Emily's Law to create Turquoise Alerts for missing Indigenous people, with Emily Pike's family present at the Capitol on May 21st.

The alert system will be implemented later this year—lawmakers and tribal leaders said it aims to speed up search responses for vulnerable community members.

On Monday, the Maricopa County Board approved a tentative $3.9 billion budget for 2026 that lowers the property tax rate and funds upgrades such as a new animal shelter, county library, and improved sheriff compensation—officials noted that the plan also supports a state-of-the-art election center slated to open in 2027—measures designed to enhance public safety and services.

Maricopa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a tentative $3.9 billion budget for 2026 on Monday that cuts the property tax rate by 0.37% and funds projects like a new West Valley animal shelter, a library in Anthem, and additional sheriff substations.

Supervisor Thomas Galvin said the county will build a state-of-the-art election center before the 2028 presidential election and improve compensation for public safety workers—efforts aimed at enhancing county services with a leaner workforce.

Maricopa County Department of Public Health will host a free baby shower for fathers and expectant dads on Saturday, June 7 at South Mountain Community Center from 10am to 3pm.

The event—organized by the South Phoenix Healthy Start program and sponsored by The State of Black Arizona and Dignity Health—will offer health screens, classes, vendor help and family games to support dads as they care for their children.

The Cardinals added several new starters and spent $76.4 million on Josh Sweat, but Budda Baker remains the key player in their defense today.

Baker said he will keep his role the same so he can create one-on-one matchups that support the new talent on the field.

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.