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1. Arizona's Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to spotlight environmental quality in 2026 DATOS report (abc15.com) — Phoenix residents will soon see the Arizona Hispanic Chamber's 2026 DATOS report spotlight how environmental quality and unequal tree canopy are affecting neighborhoods across the Valley, especially in South and West Phoenix. Local nonprofit Trees Matter is pushing to boost Phoenix's tree canopy to 15%, arguing more shade and green space can improve health, student performance, and overall livability.
2. Waymo data shows sharp reduction in Phoenix crashes (azbigmedia.com) — Waymo's latest safety data suggests its robotaxis are cutting injury crashes sharply in Phoenix, with a reported 71% reduction compared with human drivers. The company says its autonomous system has logged tens of millions of rider-only miles here, showing especially large safety gains for pedestrians, cyclists, and motorcyclists across its operating cities.
3. Maricopa County one-page ballot raises disability access questions (azpbs.org) — Maricopa County voters, including those in Phoenix, will see a one-page general election ballot this November instead of the usual two sheets, a change officials say should streamline printing and tabulation. Disability advocates and election experts, however, caution that readability, ballot design, and accessible options like large print, braille, and voting devices will ultimately determine whether voting is actually easier.
4. Free program helps Arizona women break into semiconductor industry (abc15.com) — From Phoenix, a free Fresh Start training program is helping Arizona women move into the state's booming semiconductor industry, where men still hold most jobs. The eight-week course aims to boost women's access to high-wage, high-growth careers and connects graduates with employers seeking more diverse talent.
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