Good morning, Maricopa.

SpaceX is set to launch its Falcon 9 rocket today from California’s Vandenberg Space Force Base and deliver 24 Starlink satellites.

Viewers in Arizona may see the launch from select spots (conditions permitting) and can watch a live webcast beginning at 7 a.m. PT.

Ed Sheeran will launch his LOOP Tour on Saturday, June 13 at State Farm Stadium in Glendale where ticket prices start at $83 and early access begins at 2 p.m. (special guests include Mark Ambor, Amble and Aaron Rome), with the concert starting at 5:30 p.m.

A survey by AirHelp ranked Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport No. 9 among U.S. airports, citing improved service amid slight drops in on-time and facility scores during operations from May 1 to April 30.

The airport recorded 77% departure and 79% arrival performance.

The U.S. Justice Department is probing ASU for possibly hiding diversity and inclusion programs that could be discriminating against students — videos showing staff discussing DEI spurred the inquiry.

The investigation may lead to changes in federal funding if the school is found to be in violation.

Local law enforcement warns that while no law specifically bans driving with a pet on your lap, doing so may block your view (and could lead to fines between $130 and $180) under traffic laws.

A church group sued after Phoenix introduced a new ordinance that requires permits for free food distribution and non-emergency medical care in public parks; their outreach service at Cave Creek Park runs Thursdays and they claim the rule violates religious rights.

Pinal County warned pet owners after a rabies-positive coatimundi was removed from a trail at Boyce Thompson Arboretum.

Officials advised hikers to keep pets vaccinated and on a leash — warning signs have been posted on the trail.

Phoenix Children’s Hospital reported today that more parents are skipping vitamin K shots for newborns + local pediatricians say this routine treatment is key to preventing dangerous bleeding.

New Resident Welcome Meeting

4:30 p.m. — Glennwilde Groves Pool — Free entry — Learn about Maricopa's local history, tips, and exclusive discounts for new residents.