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Remnants of Hurricane Polo brought heavy rain, crashes, power outages and flight delays across the Phoenix area Tuesday, September 29. A flash flood watch lasts until 9 p.m., and deputies searched near 14th Street and Carefree Highway for two box trucks. Phoenix has opened free sandbag stations at nine locations, and officials say desert washes can fill quickly.
FOX 10 Phoenix (KSAZ-TV) · Sep 29, 2026The Lincoln Family Downtown YMCA in Phoenix closes on September 30 after nearly 75 years. The building could face demolition, but eligibility for the Phoenix Historic Property Register may halt that process. A spokesperson says the group plans to reimagine the site for a new downtown YMCA, so the block's future remains open.
cronkitenews.azpbs.org · Sep 29, 2026The Phoenix Mercury plan to focus on free agency to improve their roster after missing the playoffs in 2026. General manager Nick U’ren says the team wants a better product on the floor. The biggest open question for Mercury fans is whether the team can re-sign guard Kelsey Plum.
Cronkite News · Sep 28, 2026Nib used AI to summarize the linked public news sources. No Juncture editor reviewed this brief. AI summaries can miss context or make mistakes, so check the original sources before acting on this information.
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One person was killed after being shot on Tuesday evening in south Phoenix. Phoenix police responded to the reported shooting near 22nd Street and Roeser Road around 8 p.m. Homicide detectives were called to investigate what led to this incident.
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A vacant office building near Central Avenue and Camelback Road in Uptown Phoenix is being revitalized as One Camelback. The conversion includes 163 residential units, featuring a rooftop pool and atrium. Monthly rent for the apartments ranges from $1,700 to $10,000.
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Heavy rain flooded roads across North Phoenix, making Desert Hills Drive uncrossable for hours on Tuesday.
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First responders were busy Monday morning after rain caused significant problems for drivers across the Valley. Emergency crews handled multiple water rescues and responded to dozens of crashes as roads flooded. One rescue involved a driver's truck being swept away in Tonopah, AZ.
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The Phoenix area experienced morning rain and thunderstorms before drying out in the afternoon, with temperatures expected to reach 82 degrees. Another story mentioned a GoFundMe refund of over $745,000 after discovering a viral campaign was organized by an elderly man's daughter in The Colony.
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Police identified the man found deceased in a canal on Monday as 43-year-old Nicholas Anderson. Authorities confirmed he was involved in a car crash near the canal just one day prior. The cause of death will be determined by the Maricopa County medical examiner.
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Morning storms caused Skunk Creek to overflow, flooding Desert Hills Drive and forcing drivers in New River to find alternate routes. The Flood Control District of Maricopa County advised against crossing roads with even a few inches of water due to danger.
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E-bike crashes are rising as more families use the devices. An attorney explained that Arizona classifies e-bikes into three classes, noting they should be treated like vehicles. Parents should teach children roadway laws and always wear a helmet when riding.
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Locals and driving instructors debated whether Arizona residents can safely drive when it rains. Experts noted that drivers often maintain speed and fail to increase following distance. They also advised caution regarding unseen hazards like deep puddles.
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The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office is looking for a Dodge Charger involved in a fatal hit-and-run near 67th Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road. The crash occurred just after 2 a.m. on Sept. 27, where the vehicle struck and killed a pedestrian. Anyone with information can contact MCSO at 602-876-8477 or 602-876-1011.
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Francisco Evans-Gomez was sentenced to six years in prison and three years of probation after being caught with over 50 pounds of methamphetamine and thousands of fentanyl pills. The investigation involved the Drug Enforcement Agency and Phoenix Police Department. Authorities also found heroin and guns during a search at his home.
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A slight chance of lingering showers or thunderstorms remains Tuesday evening, mainly over higher terrain east of the Valley. A flood watch is in effect for northern and eastern Arizona through 11 p.m., due to potential flash flooding from running washes and creeks. Wednesday promises pleasant weather before a warming trend takes hold later in the week.
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