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Thursday, June 12th, 2025
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Good morning, Glendale. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Glendale man Brandon Andres Bautista Torres was sentenced to life in prison on June 4 for the 2019 murders of his girlfriend Selina Toyos and her daughter Aleena Bermudez—he had attempted to conceal the crime by cleaning up the scene and has a history of domestic abuse. The Glendale Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Glendale secured water resource options yesterday as officials prepared for looming Colorado River cutbacks — city leaders are reviewing proposals from the Central Arizona Project to keep supplies steady. Glendale Independent
- ➤ For the third year, the DEA’s Phoenix Division is hosting its annual citizen’s academy at the Glendale Regional Public Safety Training Center where locals learn about drug prevention, special operations, firearms safety, investigations and first aid as the weeklong training began on June 9. Mayor Jerry P. Weiers said the event—valued for its firsthand insight—helps residents understand the challenges public safety officials face. Glendale Independent
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Josh Sweat, who had 2 1/2 sacks in the Eagles’ Super Bowl win against Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes, signed a ($76.4 million, four-year) deal with the Arizona Cardinals and looks to lead their defensive rebuild. Coach Jonathan Gannon said Sweat quickly adapted to the new scheme and his NFL experience will help the team return to the playoffs (with veteran free agents and top draft picks adding depth). Glendale Independent
- ➤ West Valley Preps announced its 12th All West Valley Preps softball team with first, second and third teams drawing players from schools like O’Connor and Canyon View — the honors include player and coach awards, with Charleigh Schuettler named player of the year and Christy Waring recognized as coach of the year — while a watch list of underclassmen was also shared. Glendale Independent
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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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Jorge Ruiz Live at JP's Comedy Club
7-8:30 p.m. — JP's Comedy Club — 2 item minimum purchase required — Enjoy a night of relatable humor with local comic Jorge Ruiz, a finalist in Arizona’s Funniest Comedian contest.
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