Good morning, Maricopa.

The Arizona Republic gathered payroll data from over 1.4 million full-time public employees at ASU, local governments, community colleges, and other agencies to show salaries, overtime, and bonuses reported as of February and the 2024 calendar year — the new search tool lets local readers check these details while noting some variations may exist in the reporting.

The AIA may pass an emergency bylaw today that blocks out-of-state student-athletes from joining teams after the season starts—an action prompted by four California players transferring to Mesa High after their season was canceled.

The rule will not affect current Mesa players but will require future transfers to meet hardship exceptions.

Arizona sports are busy with Phoenix Rising FC's USL Championship season in full swing and college games underway at Arizona State and Grand Canyon.

On September 18, the WNBA named A'ja Wilson and Alanna Smith as co-Defensive Players of the Year—marking the first time the award was split in league history.

The Arizona Cardinals have struggled in 2025 as their run game dropped sharply from last season—ranking 31st in rushing success compared to their second-place yards per carry last year.

Coach Gannon and offensive coordinator Petzing plan to adjust blocking and play details to boost performance in upcoming games.

The Diamondbacks did not trade pitcher Zac Gallen at the deadline, and his strong second-half turnaround helped boost the playoff push—he is set to start tomorrow's game at Chase Field.

Manager Mike Hazen said the decision reflected his improved performance even as Gallen faces potential free agency later in the season.

Arizona State football team will reportedly play Kansas in the Union Jack Classic in London in 2026.

The game is scheduled for Sept. 19 at Wembley Stadium and ticket presales for alumni and season-ticket holders will begin soon.