Thursday, September 25, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1968, demolition began on Tucson's El Conquistador Hotel. This photo from the same year shows the landmark getting torn down.

Hungry for food news? In Top Stories, we reveal which Arizona city ranks as the most expensive in the U.S. for food delivery. Later, test your food smarts in Trivia.

If you've been frustrated by nail fungus that just won't go away, here's the simple at-home solution from today's sponsor, Pronail Complex. Thousands are using it to finally restore clear, healthy nails and smooth skin.

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Rob Walton Donates Record $115M to ASU

Arizona State will launch a program focused on conservation and the training of environmental professionals with a school-record $115 million donation from former Walmart chairman Rob Walton.

To be housed in the ASU College of Global Futures, the Rob Walton School of Conservation Futures will be overseen by a faculty leader holding the newly endowed Rob Walton Chair.

The gift will also be used to fund three professor positions and support scholarship programs.

Recently, the ASU College of Global Futures was recognized for its sustainability efforts and innovative approach to environmental progress.

Medicare Scams Ongoing

Seniors across the state face unrelenting phone calls and emails from scammers posing as Medicare representatives, aiming to steal personal information, according to AARP Arizona.

The scams include threats to cancel benefits, offers of fake Medicare cards, and callers impersonating pharmacies.

Experts urge seniors to treat their Medicare number like a Social Security number, verify requests directly with Medicare, and report fraud without embarrassment.

Nationally, the U.S. Department of Justice estimates Medicare fraud drains about $60 billion from the system each year. "This happens every single day, more than we realize," AARP Arizona state director Dana Marie Kennedy said.

Study: Gilbert Food Delivery Priciest in U.S.

A 2025 study finds Gilbert is the most expensive U.S. city for food delivery, with the price of ordering a typical four-person McDonald's meal for delivery costing about 75% more than in-person dining.

The study compared delivery costs in 100 cities, with each order including a Big Mac meal, a Quarter Pounder with Cheese meal, a six-piece Chicken McNuggets meal, and a Hamburger Happy Meal. Here's how other Arizona cities fared.

In Gilbert, the $51.06 in-person order averaged $90.61 via delivery apps, a 77.5% markup. Across all 100 cities in the study, the same order averaged $62.36. Four of the five least expensive cities are in Texas, with Laredo as the cheapest.

While Gilbert has the highest total delivery price, New Orleans has the largest percentage delivery markup at 237.8%.

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➤ Snowflake: Authorities assured residents the town—usually relatively crime-free—is safe after a traffic death, a nearby gunshot fatality, and multiple roadside fires last week. Police say the events are connected but offered few details beyond saying there is no suspect at large. (Watch)

➤ Tucson: A weather system will bring heavy rain, strong thunderstorms, flash flood risks, and gusty winds to the region, with possible flash floods through Saturday. (Watch)

➤ Flagstaff: A police officer resigned Tuesday, citing medical reasons, after two on-duty crashes, including a deadly Sunday collision. (Watch)

➤ Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport: Construction work in Terminal 3 will cause some traffic closures and significant delays nightly from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. through Oct. 6. (Watch)

➤ Green Valley: The state Attorney General's Office visited the community to offer tips to residents about ongoing scams, including romance and government-impersonation schemes. (Watch)

➤ Sierra Vista: Police took a student at Joyce Clark Middle School into custody after he allegedly posted a threat about a school shooting, prompting the school to go on lockdown on Tuesday. (More)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks players rushed the field to celebrate a 5-4 walk-off win over the LA Dodgers on Tuesday, keeping their playoff hopes alive. (Highlight)

➤ Phoenix Mercury guard Sami Whitcomb hit a clutch three-pointer to stay alive in the WNBA playoffs following a 20-point comeback against the Minnesota Lynx. The teams play a win-or-go-home game on Friday night. (More)

➤ The Phoenix Suns reportedly instructed employees to sign agreements limiting their ability to sue the team, or risk their jobs. The team stated its policy is the same one used by many large organizations and does not result in a waiver of claims. A law firm suing the team for employee discrimination called it "a continuing pattern of silencing employees." (More)

➤ Yesterday's Results: NHL | MLB | Soccer

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➤ Sweetgreen, known for its salads and grain bowls, made its Arizona debut with a grand opening on Tuesday at Scottsdale Quarter, featuring freebies and donating a meal to St. Mary's Food Bank for every purchase. (Photos)

➤ This year's Tucson Gem, Mineral & Fossil Showcase drew a record crowd, generated $286.3 million in direct spending, and boosted city tax revenue by 41% compared to 2019, according to a study. (Watch)

➤ Better Buzz Coffee unveiled its new Gilbert location, highlighting menu favorites at the chain's eighth Arizona store. (Watch)

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➤ The Marana Police Department and Northwest Fire District will face off in a community softball game at 6 p.m. Friday at Crossroads at Silverbell District Park. (Details)

➤ Lake Havasu nonprofit Havasu Dance Alliance will hold its first All In For The Arts Poker Run on Nov. 15, raising money for local students' dance education, scholarships, and performances. (Photos)

➤ Rim Country Artists hosted a two-day outdoor painting and camping event at Upper Tonto Creek Campground to celebrate and promote the newly restored Highline Trail. (Photos)

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