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Arizona Prisons Get New Healthcare Oversee | Mesa News

A federal judge has stepped in to overhaul Arizona’s prison healthcare system after years of constitutional violations and deadly neglect. Appointing Annette Chambers-Smith — a former Ohio prison chief known for transforming care and staff culture — the judge gives her sweeping powers to fix the system, including hiring/fire, budget control, and even overriding state laws blocking reform. Chambers-Smith, paid $500K/year by taxpayers, has 180 days to submit a plan and will lead the receivership for up to five years. The ACLU, which has fought this battle since 2012, says Arizona’s inaction has cost lives — often requiring multiple deaths before change happens. The state plans to appeal, but real reform may finally be on the horizon. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a0164887385ca017

Arizona Headlines: Mpox, Justice, and Viral Video | Mesa News

Arizona’s election results are still rolling in, while a new Clade I Mpox case raises health alarms. A Hopi man gets life for killing an unarmed Navajo man, and critical evidence in the Nancy Guthrie disappearance may have vanished. Plus, a viral Tempe police video triggers an internal probe after bodycam footage reveals the woman struck first. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cade15e4e5db7b83

ASU Student’s Tragic Grand Canyon Fall | Mesa News

A 26-year-old Arizona State University computer science grad, Sandarsh Krishna Murthy, died by suicide after falling from the Grand Canyon’s South Rim in May. Last seen April 27, he was reported missing the next day — his backpack found nearby, and family had previously expressed concerns about his mental health. His body was recovered near Verkamp’s Visitor Center. If you or someone you know is struggling, call 211 or 988 for help. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/54f8a462672f0c86

Early Ballots Verified Ahead of Schedule | Mesa News

Maricopa County election workers just crushed their deadline, finishing signature verification on tens of thousands of early ballots in just six hours—way ahead of schedule. Working through the night, they’re speeding up the count while keeping security tight, a major win after past delays caused by “late early” ballots. The recorder was on the ground, thrilled by the record pace. Even with lower turnout in this primary, the efficiency is a strong sign for November, when the volume of mail-in ballots could skyrocket—and they’re hoping to keep the momentum going, possibly even finishing verification the next day. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9a9e8c2549f872eb

Bus Route Changes Spark Parent Safety Fears | Mesa News

Kyrene School District’s new bus route changes are sparking parent outrage as kids face mile-long walks to stops — especially in extreme weather — despite the district’s claim that adjustments are due to bus shortages and strict one-mile stop rules. One mom, Kati Stojak, is pushing back after her daughter’s stop moved from under half a mile to 0.9 miles away, raising safety concerns during winter nights and summer heat. The district won’t budge, citing resource limits, but parents are rallying, demanding reconsideration as kids navigate busier streets. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/d6ac4dd9268845d8