FRIDAY, APRIL 4, 2025

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Eaves' Jailhouse Interview Ends Abruptly

A jailhouse interview went awry when Christopher Eaves made a series of requests before declining to answer questions. Watch the footage. Eaves is charged with the murder of his brother James Eaves, a high-profile Phoenix attorney.

At the outset of the interview, Christopher Eaves asked a True Crime Arizona reporter and cameraman whether either had any affiliation with law enforcement. He also said he would not agree to be filmed unless he was "afforded a suit of clothes."

He then requested to speak to the ACLU. After making the request, he was led out of the room without answering any questions.

Eaves, 49, was arrested for allegedly shooting his 51-year-old brother at the brother's Arcadia home. He fled the scene, but later returned with his parents and was taken into custody.

1.7M Attend Cactus League Games

The Cactus League announced that attendance at this year's spring training baseball games grew for a fourth straight year, drawing about 1.7 million fans, or an average of 7,569 fans per game.

Fans attended 224 games hosted by the 15 teams sharing 10 Phoenix-area ballparks. The home state Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs, and Los Angeles Dodgers drew the largest crowds.

This year's turnout was about 65,000 more than last year and slightly below the pre-COVID record of 1.74 million.

Each year, the Cactus League generates an estimated economic impact of more than $710 million, according to an Arizona State University study. This year's attendance growth came despite six games getting rained out.

Insurance Hikes Among Biggest

Arizona homeowners' insurance premiums jumped by 48% between 2021 and 2024, twice the increase of the national average, a study found. Watch the report.

The surge equates to about $700 per household, and Arizona now ranks third nationally in premium increases since 2021. The national average increased 24% over the past three years.

Diane Brown, executive director of the Arizona Public Interest Research Group, called the situation dire, adding that the frequency of wildfires plaguing the state may drive rates still higher.

Insurance expert Doug Heller said insurance companies may be taking advantage of states that don't address the rising rates. "Arizona needs to step up and be more aggressive in its inspection of the insurance companies' rates," he said.

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➤ Marana: Court documents revealed more details about the driver arrested on suspicion of causing the Interstate 10 school bus crash, who remained in jail with bail set at $100,000. (Watch)

➤ U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly criticized the ongoing violence and vandalism at Tesla dealerships but shied away from calling the crimes "domestic terrorism." (Watch)

➤ Yuma: A series of dog attacks killed 19 farm animals, including some owned by 4-H youth. (Watch Report)

➤ Prescott: Lawmakers are working to sidestep a court challenge that has kept $15.3 million earmarked for improvements at the rodeo grounds in limbo. (More)

➤ Verde Valley: A man reported losing nearly $40,000 in a text scam. The scammer claimed to be an FBI agent needing the man's help in a bank money laundering investigation. (Details)

➤ Flagstaff: Construction began on a $15.8 million wildlife overpass on Interstate 17 to reduce vehicle collisions with animals. (More)

➤ Ketel Marte signed a six-year, $116 million contract on Wednesday to keep one of the league's top second basemen with the Arizona Diamondbacks through the 2031 season. (More)

➤ The Arizona Cardinals signed Trey McBride to a four-year, $76 million contract extension, making him the highest-paid tight end in NFL history. (More)

➤ Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Zac Gallen struck out a career-high 13 batters in 6.2 innings in a win against the New York Yankees on Wednesday. (Highlights)

➤ Grand Canyon University men's basketball added highly recruited guards Dusty Stromer and Jaden Henley via the transfer portal. (More)

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➤ State Attorney General Kris Mayes addressed confusion over hemp-based THC rules, stressing the products are still banned in Arizona under state law. (More)

➤ A small IKEA Planning store will offer design services, one-on-one consultation, and in-store ordering when it opens this month at The Promenade Scottsdale. (Details)

➤ The Phoenix Zoo opened its Big Cats of Arizona mountain lions and jaguars habitat, funded by more than $5.3 million in donations. (Video Tour)

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Heart disease is the leading cause of death worldwide because it's so hard to detect until it's too late. HeartSciences is working to make early frontline detection easier with AI.

Traditional electrocardiograms (ECGs) are decades-old technology and generally only detect rhythm-related issues, like arrhythmia or AFib. By then, a patient often has late-stage heart disease. With HeartSciences' AI and cloud-based ECG platform, healthcare providers will be able to unlock hidden signs of heart disease earlier.

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➤ A San Francisco woman fulfilled the wishes of her late husband by donating $14.2 million from his estate to the University of Arizona College of Medicine for scholarships. (Details)

➤ Hundreds of Mesa residents voiced concerns about a recovery center's proximity to an elementary school during a community meeting. (Watch)

➤ A Phoenix Valley dog shelter waived adoption fees for dogs that are a year or older. (More)

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