Thursday, May 15th, 2025

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Good morning, Chandler. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Chandler Police Department is asking for help finding arson suspect Oscar Sanchez (61) who set a home on fire near 400 E. Tremaine Drive on May 4 just after 7 a.m. when five people were inside, including three with active protection orders. KTAR
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Chandler Education Foundation awarded 239 scholarships worth $335,200 to seniors at six high schools in the district, setting a record that beat last year's total of $240,000+ over 2,200 applications were reviewed by volunteers. The awards include the new Bison Scholarship that granted over $47,000 to students in trades and technical fields+ the IMPACT program also honored 242 seniors for community service. Chandler Independent
- ➤ Tempe Union High School District approved a contract last month with Chandler-based ivelah LLC to spend just over $2.11 million for installing 10 cameras at each of its six schools—this upgrade will boost school safety by keeping cameras out of classrooms, bathrooms, and locker rooms. Chandler Arizonan
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs signed legislation on Tuesday to set up a rapid alert system—Emily’s Law—to notify law enforcement when Native Americans under 65 are reported missing, a measure prompted by teen Emily Pike’s remains being found on Feb. 14th. 12 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ CBRE Group, Inc. announced that it negotiated the sale of Ocotillo Bay, a 296-unit multifamily community in south Chandler, to New York-based TGM for $90.5M. The property has been renamed TGM Ocotillo Bay and is now managed by TGM Communities LLC — retaining its Spanish-style design with pool areas and select lakefront views. Chandler Independent
SPORTS NEWS
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DA VU CUOI MUAXUAN
8 PM - 12 AM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — GA tickets from $40 — Experience an enchanting evening of music and entertainment this spring.
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Kenny Wayne Shepherd Concert
7:00-8:30 PM — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Ticket prices vary — Experience some of the finest rock 'n' roll tunes with the legendary Kenny Wayne Shepherd.
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Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — Drop-in donation required — Connect with local entrepreneurs and boost your business influence in a dynamic setting.
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The Psychedelephants with Colour TV Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — SanTan Gardens - Brewery & Distillery Tours — $10 Presale, $15 Day of — Experience an unforgettable night of live music with The Psychedelephants and Colour T.V.
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Little Feat Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Gila River Resorts & Casinos - Wild Horse Pass — Tickets from $49 — Experience an evening of live music with the legendary band Little Feat.
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Sam Leavitt and Jordyn Tyson Youth Camp
8:00-9:30 AM — Chandler High School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique youth camp focused on skill development and mentorship.
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Chandler Business Networking Event
11:30 a.m. — La Ristra New Mexican Kitchen — $25 drop-in fee for non-members — Engage with local entrepreneurs and enhance your business growth through meaningful networking.
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Claymation Creation Camp
All day — iCode Chandler — Check website for details — Create your own claymation movie and show it at the end of the day!
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Battle of the Bots Camp
3 PM — iCode Chandler — Check website for pricing — Discover robotics principles by designing and controlling your own Battle-bot.
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iCode: Drone Code Camp
Event Time — iCode Chandler — Not specified — Learn basic flight mechanics and Python programming to control drones.
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