Good morning, Maricopa.

Today, Heritage Weekend returns at Chase Field as the Diamondbacks host the Reds at 6:40 p.m.—fans enjoy a free concert after the game and family-friendly giveaways on Saturday and Sunday that celebrate Hispanic culture.

At South Mountain Community College, about three in ten students fell behind on student loan payments after COVID relief ended — the district will offer workshops and personalized counseling to help borrowers catch up, and institutions risk losing federal aid if default rates remain high over time. This effort comes as community colleges face higher default rates compared to larger universities.

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said she will file a lawsuit against the Department of Education after an investigation on ESA spending revealed parents used taxpayer funds to purchase luxury items like diamond rings and iPhones — and she vowed to question the agency's oversight. Records show more than $124 million in ESA payments were automatically approved since late November, raising concerns over the misuse of public funds and prompting calls for tighter spending guidelines.

A new freeway—SR-505—is proposed east of Phoenix in Pinal County to improve regional travel options.

Officials will review feasibility, funding, and potential impacts in the coming months.

A new coalition of Arizona mayors is working to protect the state’s water rights—focusing on the use of Colorado River water to secure future supplies for communities.

Southwind Foods recalled frozen shrimp sold under the brands Sand Bar, Arctic Shores, Best Yet, Great American and First Street after federal officials detected potential radioactive contamination from Cesium-137—a byproduct of nuclear reactions—in shipments distributed between July 17 and Aug. 8 across nine states including Arizona. The FDA advised consumers not to eat the affected products.

Catcher Gabriel Moreno is nearing his return from the injured list after homering in consecutive Triple-A games, prompting the Diamondbacks to plan a roster move.

The team will remove one catcher — a decision involving Herrera, McCann and Del Castillo — to make room for his comeback.