🌱 Teen Girl Killed After House Party + Phoenix Roadcheck Inspections

Hey, friends. It's Tuesday in Phoenix and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in the community.

But first, today's weather:

Sunshine and hot. High: 99 Low: 76.

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Here are the top three stories today in Phoenix:

1. A teenage girl attending a house party in west Phoenix was shot and killed in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police received reports of the shooting near 91st Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road shortly after midnight and found the girl with a gunshot wound outside a residence. Despite the immediate response from firefighters, the girl was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation is still in progress, and authorities have yet to identify the victim or determine a potential suspect. (KTAR.com)
2. The Arizona Department of Public Safety Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Task Force (CVETF) has announced that Annual International Roadcheck inspections are being conducted on Interstate 17 and Interstate 40 in northern Arizona today (May 16) through May 18. The inspections will be carried out by employees from the United States, Canada, and Mexico, focusing on areas including weigh stations to ensure safe motor vehicle operations and compliance with the North American Standard Inspection Program. The CVETF will prioritize inspections of anti-lock braking systems (ABS) and cargo securement to enhance overall vehicle safety and reduce the risk of accidents. (KTAR.com)
3. A man, identified as 31-year-old Aires Jordan Holmes, was shot and killed by a homeowner in south Phoenix after allegedly breaking into their house near 18th Avenue and Yuma Street. The incident occurred when a caller reported the break-in to the police and stated that they shot the alleged suspect. Police found Holmes dead at the scene. The homeowner was briefly detained but later released, pending further investigation by the police, who will eventually hand over the case to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for review. (AZ Family)

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Today in Phoenix:

• Estate Planning Seminar, At Saguaro Library (2:30 PM)
• Geeks Who Drink Trivia Night, At Thunderbird Lounge (8:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Are you a Phoenix resident between the ages of 16-24 looking for a summer gig? The Phoenix Summer Youth Employment RISE Program is hiring. Click here to learn more and apply. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)
• If you're looking for ways to save money, the City of Phoenix's Neighborhood Services Department shared resources that can help you make energy-efficient upgrades to your home to help you save on your utility bills! Learn more about the Phoenix Weatherization Assistance Program and see if you qualify here. (City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services Department via Facebook)
• When you travel through Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport for your next flight, give yourself a few extra minutes to check out a brand-new art exhibit in Terminal 3. Click here to learn more about the airport's museum program. (City of Phoenix, AZ USA via Facebook)

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for another update.

— Miranda Fraraccio

About me: Miranda Fraraccio is a staff writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. She is a graduate of the University of Rhode Island, where she earned degrees in Writing & Rhetoric and Communication Studies. In her free time, you can find her traveling, drinking tea, or practicing film photography.