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Santa Cruz County may be facing its first West Nile virus case this year—here’s what you need to know: most people won’t feel a thing, but for older adults and those with weakened immune systems, it can mean flu-like symptoms or worse. Stay protected by using EPA-approved bug spray, wearing long sleeves during dawn and dusk, and eliminating standing water around your home. And if you spot dead birds? Report them—it could be a warning sign.

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TUSD is tackling big changes—school consolidation and grade restructuring—with a community advisory committee crunching data and planning public forums to ensure every voice is heard before final decisions are made.

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Arizona’s jaguar population is making a comeback, thanks to new footage of Cinco, a rare big cat spotted chilling in the wild — a sign that the ecosystem is thriving and these endangered predators are reclaiming their territory. Since 2011, researchers have documented over 240 sightings across 100 camera traps, revealing jaguars using wildlife corridors and even hinting at a potential female sighting in Mexico — the first in 70 years. Each sighting isn’t just a photo op; it’s vital data showing healthy prey, water, and habitat — and proof that conservation efforts are working.

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A Marana High School student was found dead on campus early Tuesday, prompting an immediate shutdown and sparking community grief. Authorities confirm no foul play or public threat, but the incident has reignited urgent conversations about youth mental health and school safety. The tragedy echoes the mission of the One More Hug Foundation, co-founded by Anthony Estrada after his own daughter died by suicide at 12 from unchecked bullying. He warns that outwardly happy kids can be silently suffering — and urges schools and families to prioritize support systems, resources, and proactive intervention. The district is reviewing security protocols while focusing on healing for students, staff, and the grieving family. The foundation aims to expand its reach, offering direct professional services to prevent future losses and empower young people through wellness programs like martial arts and fitness.

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Saguaro High’s football team is in crisis after their second straight game got canceled—this time due to a crippling injury list that leaves them with just 25 players. Following a humiliating loss in their opener, the roster has been decimated by injuries and instability, compounded by recent leadership changes and player departures. Former coaches blame internal turmoil and attrition for the program’s slide, while officials prioritize safety over competition. The season isn’t over—players are recovering, and the team still has a shot at competing when they face off on September eighteenth.

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Grand Canyon officials are on track to restore reliable water supply within weeks after a major flash flood—thanks to a nearly finished pipeline that survived intact. Crews are now installing a temporary intake system to match pre-flood capacity, while the park urges everyone to conserve water as part of a $200M long-term upgrade. Residents and workers are coping with disruptions—some reusing cooking water for pets, hotels closing, and livelihoods strained during peak season. The pipeline, with over 85 prior breaks since 2010, faced its worst damage yet. A missing hiker remains unaccounted for, but officials say no mass relocation is needed and are confident they’ll get water flowing again soon.

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A chaotic brawl erupted in Mesa’s Crismon and Broadway park Tuesday night, sending one man to the hospital with critical stab-like injuries and another with non-life-threatening cuts. Police detained one suspect as they investigate the escalating violence — a stark warning that trouble can strike anywhere. More details to come as authorities piece together what happened.

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A mistrial in the Lindsay Clancy case unfolded when one juror refused to budge on a not guilty by reason of insanity verdict, despite admitting reasonable doubt—halting the entire process and leaving the outcome uncertain. The foreperson revealed they were ready to acquit until this holdout flipped the decision, sparking frustration among other jurors. Clancy didn’t deny the killings, claiming postpartum psychosis, while prosecutors portrayed her as calculating and manipulative. The defiant juror, criticized as arrogant for ignoring peers, remained unmoved even after the judge re-read instructions. With Clancy facing life prison or mental health commitment depending on conviction, the mistrial sets the stage for another trial—and deep emotional fallout for all involved.

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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is unleashing a massive $10 million TV ad blitz to dominate airwaves, while GOP challenger Andy Biggs remains mostly online — sparking GOP internal debate. Party chair Sergio Arellano vows more ads are coming, but former chair Gina Swoboda argues now’s the time to spend big, since Republicans are drowning in Democratic messaging. Analysts note Biggs’ lack of a strong counter-narrative lets Hobbs shape his image — even as a seven-figure digital push looms, it’s still dwarfed by her TV onslaught. The battle over spending and message control could decide the race.

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Corie Walsh, a woman from Illinois, faces first-degree murder charges after allegedly strangling her two-year-old son Barrett — a case now unfolding with chilling details and high stakes. Her defense is aggressively pushing a psychosis defense, arguing the crime shouldn’t be classified as first-degree murder due to her alleged mental state at the time. They’re also fiercely denying any link to the Clancy case, calling such speculation “baseless and cruel,” while launching their own investigation to build a compelling case. With no bail and a trial looming, this is a story that’s rapidly escalating — and deeply personal.

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