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🌱 $1M For Phoenix Children's Hospital + S. 28th St. Shooting

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Morning, neighbors! It's me again, Nicole Tess Kazora, your host of the Phoenix Daily.

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Here are the top three stories in Phoenix today:

  1. The recent Beach Ball event raised over $1 million for the Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation. The event, which has been held each year for close to 20 years, was held on Mar. 26 with the theme of "Meet me in Tulum." Proceeds from the event will go to various programs within Phoenix Children's Hospital Foundation, including expansion plans and talk of additional locations throughout the Phoenix Metro Area. (AZ Big Media)
  2. A teen and preteen were shot and injured Thursday night in south Phoenix near 4400 S. 28th St. The teens, who were not identified immediately, were taken to a local hospital with injuries not believed to be life-threatening. The investigation, including potential suspects, is still ongoing. (Phoenix Patch)
  3. A Phoenix man is facing drug charges after federal agents allegedly found over 150,000 blue pills, believed to be fentanyl, in his apartment. According to police, Jesus Osvaldo Aguilar Rosas, 20, was arrested Tuesday on four counts of possession of controlled substances for distribution of methamphetamine, cocaine, and heroin. After searching his apartment, authorities also found $30,000 in cash, a weapon, and multiple blue pills. (KTAR.com)

Today in Phoenix:

From my notebook:

  • Lil Durk, Rob Zombie, and Country Thunder are only a few of the amazing concerts happening this weekend in Phoenix! See how you can snag tickets at the link. (Phoenix New Times)
  • Up for some spring cleaning? Hiring top-rated home professionals in the Phoenix area has never been easier! Check out the details at the link. (Phoenix Patch)
  • The city of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department wants to hear from you! Public comment for the draft of the Annual Action Plan is now open through May 7. Learn how to submit your comments at phoenix.gov/yourvoice (Facebook)

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— Nicole Tess Kazora

About me: Nicole is a freelance writer who graduated from the University of Maryland with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics. At her core, she loves painting acrylic portraits, listening to political and social commentary, and examining research in the social sciences.

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