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Sunday, October 5th, 2025
Good morning, Maricopa. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 5th of October.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stevie Nicks will perform in Phoenix at Mortgage Matchup Center on Tuesday, Oct 7 with doors opening at 6 p.m.—tickets start at $335.79 and the venue enforces strict bag and no outside food rules. The Arizona Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Danny Seiden, president and CEO of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, said the government shutdown is already hurting Arizona by delaying permits needed for new manufacturing projects and halting SBA loan processing. He warned that if the shutdown continues, upcoming events like SEMICON West at the Phoenix Convention Center will suffer—jeopardizing future job growth and investments. KTAR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ After dropping Game 1 on Oct. 3 against the Las Vegas Aces, the Phoenix Mercury said they have utmost confidence to adjust their game ahead of Game 2, which is today at noon on ABC. The team plans to reduce turnovers and boost bench production—coach Nate Tibbetts noted that injured guard Sami Whitcomb may return if ready. The Arizona Republic
- ➤ Doug Franz joined Jake Garcia to preview the upcoming Cardinals game—discussing team expectations ahead of the matchup. 12 News
- ➤ Mark Williams is following a careful ramp-up plan with the Suns as he skips live scrimmages in training camp to protect against past injuries—he said he will be ready for opening night on Oct 22. Suns coach Jordan Ott said his lower-body strength has improved since July 1 and the team hopes he plays more than 70 games this season. The Arizona Republic
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