Good morning, Maricopa.

Ceremonies and memorial events are held across Arizona to honor those lost in the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

Scottsdale's Alpha School offers a new model where students spend 2 hours on personalized AI powered computer lessons and then join guides for life skills activities.

It enrolls kindergarten through 8th grade with tuition set at $40,000 a year—designed to match each student's pace.

Today the USDA is asking for public comments until Sept.

19 on repealing the Roadless Rule that limits new roads on nearly 45 million acres, including over 1 million in Arizona—officials say the change will spur economic growth while environmental groups worry it may raise wildfire risks. Arizona lawmakers like Sen. Gallego are urging a legislative fix to keep these forest protections in place.

AccuWeather predicts that northern Arizona will soon have bright fall foliage as warm days and steady rain set the perfect conditions.

Flagstaff, Sedona, and the Grand Canyon are expected to peak from early to mid-October — offering great photo spots — and visitors will witness the changing colors.

Maricopa County is sharing resources for National Preparedness Month as it urges residents to plan ahead for monsoon storms, extreme heat and wildfire risks.

County departments including Flood Control District, Public Health and Emergency Management work together—providing real-time updates and safety tips to help families prepare for emergencies.

Maricopa residents can sign up to speak at the city council meeting—Taylor Seely explains how to join the process so locals can share their views with area leaders.

The Arizona Diamondbacks, with a record of 73 to 74 and trailing the Mets by 3 1/2 games, face a key weekend series against the struggling Twins as starters Pablo Lopez and Joe Ryan are set to pitch.

The club also mourned longtime adviser Jim Marshall, who passed away on Sept. 7 and helped shape their international scouting legacy—his contributions remain a lasting part of the team’s history.

Former Arizona State running back Cam Skattebo made his NFL debut for the New York Giants and won NFL Network's Week 1 Angry Runs award after returning from a hamstring injury + he impressed in a game against the Washington Commanders on Sept.

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On Sept. 7, the Arizona Cardinals’ young secondary performed strongly by breaking up seven passes against the Saints and limiting quick passes to 5.1 yards per attempt.

Rookie Will Johnson and cornerback Max Melton led the defensive effort—setting a promising tone for their game against the Panthers on Sept. 14.