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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A guide details upcoming Fourth of July fireworks shows and celebrations across metro Phoenix that will offer live music, games and food vendors on July 4 with an early event on July 3 in Anthem. Organizers warn that rain or high winds may lead to cancelled displays — so residents should check local updates before heading out. The Arizona Republic
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emilie Kiser’s husband said their 3-year-old son fell into the backyard pool and drowned on May 18 while he was busy with their newborn—police records show the family has filed a lawsuit to block public details about the incident. The Arizona Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A guide to Juneteenth events across the Valley shows that celebrations include live music, interactive workshops and food at venues such as Tempe Public Library today, Phoenix Art Museum on Thursday and Central Arizona College in Maricopa on Saturday—while Scottsdale will not host a public event following recent council changes. 12 News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Lottery posted its winning numbers for games drawn on June 16th including Powerball (17-21-23-27-52 with Power Play: 5) and The Pick (10-18-23-24-39-44) which help fund education, health and environmental programs. Winners must claim prizes above $599 in person or by mail using the designated procedures. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced the state will receive up to $108 million from a national opioid settlement—parts of which will support treatment, prevention, and recovery programs in affected communities. KTAR
- ➤ The U.S. Forest Service released the final environmental impact statement for the Resolution Copper mine at Oak Flat east of Phoenix, starting the 60-day countdown after the document is posted on June 20 for transferring 2,400 acres. Indigenous groups oppose the move because the sacred land and unique habitats face potential harm while legal reviews continue ahead of the scheduled land transfer on August 19 — a decision that may also bring job creation and tax benefits. The Arizona Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Parent influencer Emilie Kiser of Phoenix lost her eldest son to a drowning accident and has sued Maricopa County police to block access to records amid online outcry—many users and 'snark pages' have sparked debate over the privacy of personal tragedies versus a public brand. The lawsuit raises further questions about how much personal life influencers should share with their followers. KJZZ
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