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RJ Hamster

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State troopers are actively looking for a vehicle that was involved in a non-injury hit and run accident on Interstate 10 near Sacaton that happened around 7:16 a.m. Thursday.

In Maricopa, a man was arrested for domestic violence after he allegedly punched a woman in the face, causing significant bruising, according to police.

Also from our crime beat, a Casa Grande man currently faces charges for misconduct with a minor under the age of 15.

And in case you missed this story yesterday, a three-vehicle accident on Jimmie Kerr BoulevardThursday morning closed the entrance ramp to I-10 for a brief period. Two people were injured.

Local News

CG officially plugs into EV network with charging stations at City Hall

With Lucid Motors now firmly entrenched as a major employer and regional economic booster, Casa Grande leaders want to prioritize the city’s role in facilitating an electric vehicle transition.

Sheriff’s son sentenced to probation and 180 days in jail

The son of Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb has been sentenced to four years of probation and 180 days in jail.

CG first grader with cancer to benefit from roping event

When riders and ropers enter the arena at the rodeo grounds on Saturday, they’ll compete in an event aimed at helping a Casa Grande girl with medical expenses.

Sports

Slow start dooms Maricopa in playoff loss to Basha

The magic of a breakthrough season ran out Thursday night as the Maricopa Rams’ offense stalled early and never recovered in the first round of the 6A Conference playoffs.

Today’s Top Video

Bodycam video shows officer ambushed, shot in Phoenix

This video may contain content that is disturbing to some viewers. Viewer discretion is advised. Police in Phoenix released body camera footage Thursday from a Feb. 11 ambush that left nine officers wounded as they tried to rescue a baby.

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Area News

Developer sees ‘second wave’ of industry coming to Casa Grande, Coolidge

A burgeoning tech industry within the Sun Corridor, and the subsequent supply chain needs, has been a boon to land developers such as Saint Holdings, which has been finding buyers for its two industrial sites in Casa Grande and Coolidge.

Eloy officers receive Life-Saving Award for heroic efforts

Members of the Eloy Police Department dedicate themselves to keeping the streets and the residents of Eloy safe in all situations. That dedication was on full display recently, as three officers received the department’s Life-Saving Award after saving a woman’s life.