Friday, June 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Cornerstone Healing Center will host a community unity event on June 19 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM to unite behavioral health professionals, local leaders, and law enforcement — all working to address substance abuse, mental health challenges, and community safety. Glendale Independent
- ➤ A relocating family lost two dogs along I-10 near Avondale when four escaped their transport vehicle; one dog was returned and another was found dead. The family and HARTT ask West Valley residents to leave food and water for the missing dogs—Gru is black with white marks on his paws and Browny is brown with similar markings—and call 623-343-4407 if they see them. The Glendale Star
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Authorities identified Javayah Shecole Burkett (18) of Glendale as the wrong-way driver who died in an early Wednesday crash on Interstate 17 near Seventh Avenue after colliding with a pickup truck driven by a 53-year-old man from Tolleson who sustained non life-threatening injuries, while investigators continue to determine if impairment was a factor. KTAR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Glendale earned the Best City for Business award from the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry on Tuesday night, June 3—this honor recognized the city’s strong economic development marked by nearly 13,000 jobs added and over $1.5 billion in planned investments in its Sports and Entertainment District. Mayor Jerry P. Weiers and city officials received the award in South Phoenix, affirming the city’s commitment to fostering a business-friendly environment. Glendale Independent
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Diana Shawcroft and Jennifer Lueth were reported missing during Memorial Day weekend in 1996 from Glendale — the Arizona Attorney General's new cold case unit is now reviewing potential new evidence with Glendale police and the Yavapai County Sheriff's Office in hopes of finding answers. ABC 15
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several Glendale college students earned academic honors on the dean’s list for the fall 2024 semester. Alexandria Thiel was honored at Aurora University, Abby C. Wilkes at Clark University, James Brown at Eastern Oregon University, Valentin Roncal at Wentworth Institute of Technology, while Daniel Chavez, Joshua Nunez and Jacob Eastland were recognized at Holy Cross and the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities—marking a strong academic showing. Glendale Independent
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ West Valley Preps announced its 12th annual All West Valley Preps baseball team honoring top players from the Northwest Valley. The announcement details three teams (first, second, and third) and names Landon Hood as player of the year and Jon Williams as coach of the year. Glendale Independent
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Chuck DeFlorio & Michael Charlesworth Music
4-8 p.m. — The 44 Sports Grill & Nightlife — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of local music and vibrant atmosphere at this Glendale hotspot.
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Sandra Bassett and September Soul - R&B/Motown/Jazz
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Westside Blues and Jazz — 2 drink minimum — Experience the powerful and smooth vocals of a gifted Jazz and R&B singer.
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Paint Nite: Tahitian Sunset
1:00 – 2:45 PM — Starlite Lounge — No cover charge — Unleash your creativity while sipping drinks and painting a beautiful sunset.
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Chelo - The Farewell of a Great
7:30-9 p.m. — Desert Diamond Arena — Tickets available — Chelo bids farewell with special guests at her farewell tour concert in Glendale.
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Front Row Card Show
11 AM – 2 PM — Renaissance Phoenix Glendale Hotel & Conference Center — Free entry — A haven for card collectors to buy, sell, and trade a diverse mix of cards.
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