Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers are urging the CDC to declare Chagas disease endemic in the U.S. after eight states—including Arizona—reported locally contracted cases and kissing bugs have been found in 31 states since 2013. The Arizona Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ At PHX Arena on Sept. 24, the Suns held a nearly four-hour media day where owner Mat Ishbia, coach Jordan Ott and Devin Booker answered questions about legal and team strategy issues. Rookie Khaman Maluach explained his 'Man-Man' nickname while the event set a new tone for the season—emphasizing a commitment to playing hard together and tough. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Hamilton High School's flag football team is featured in the Arizona Republic video documentary Beyond the Gridiron: Hamilton as they pursue another undefeated season in a rapidly growing sport now split into four conferences. The team — led by star senior Samaya Taylor-Jenkins and supported by new transfer Moriah Green — faces roster changes from graduation while maintaining high national rankings. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Former Cardinals player Larry Fitzgerald was named a first-year nominee for the 2026 NFL Hall of Fame along with quarterback Drew Brees — a screening committee will narrow the 128 modern-era nominees to 15 finalists before the Super Bowl. The Arizona Republic
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