Good morning, Arizona. Here’s what our reporters are working on and what you should know before you start your day.
Wittman residents left metro Phoenix for a more serene environment. A 4,300-acre intermodal complex BNSF Railway plans to build will bring the chaos of city life back to them.
Read more about how the community says it’s destroying their way of life .
Other big stories
➤ These are the pets up for adoption in Phoenix-area shelters this week. Meet Zelia, Peach, Tofu and more.
➤ Judge orders Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office to cut internal affairs backlog . What we know.
➤ Tempe cracks down on brass knuckles as ‘Goons’ fallout continues. These new rules were passed by city officials .
➤ Today , you can expect it to be sunny and hot, with a high near 111 degrees . Expect it to be clear at night with a low near 90 degrees . Get the full forecast here .
Move over zucchini bread, it’s pumpkin bread season
Zucchini bread was the ‘it loaf’ of the summer, now it’s time to let pumpkin bread shine. Chef Robin Miller shares the easiest way to make it.