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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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Suns owner Mat Ishbia stated that financial issues with his business will not affect the Suns' operations. He also addressed questions regarding the team's acquisition of Miles Bridges, stating off-court actions are unacceptable in Phoenix. Devin Booker noted the team built camaraderie during offseason workouts in the Valley and other locations.
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Manager Torey Lovullo faces an uncertain offseason as the Diamondbacks missed the playoffs for the third straight season. After 10 seasons, he enters without a contract, though players have praised his leadership. He stated simply that he "just want[s] to be wanted."
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Runners gathered at Chase Field for the annual Diamondbacks and Dignity Health 5K Race Against Cancer, running through downtown Phoenix.
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The Phoenix Mercury are focusing on free agency to improve after missing the playoffs in 2026. General manager Nick U’ren stated the team wants a better product on the floor. The main question is whether they can re-sign guard Kelsey Plum.
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Phoenix Suns owner Mat Ishbia stated his commitment to the franchise for "40, 50 years" during media day. He also indicated plans to purchase an additional 14 per cent stake in the team. Ishbia asserted that his company's financial status would not affect his ownership.
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