Local Crime & Courts: A former Arizona state trooper, Flores, was sentenced after prosecutors challenged his claims about cartel-fighting and CIA ties, with the victim’s mother saying she trusted him based on his fabricated law-enforcement story. Community & Education: Tucson Unified School District is set to make its school closure case Tuesday, citing nearly 3% lower enrollment in its Day 10 count and showing data tied to potential consolidation decisions. Public Safety & Weather: Extreme heat warnings are again in effect for Phoenix, with forecasts pushing highs near 109 and record-level overnight lows. Sports (Arizona focus): Arizona’s Charlotte Back helped the Wildcats place near the top in Big 12 receiver chatter after Week 1, while the Diamondbacks topped the Royals 5-4 in 10 innings to stay in the wild-card race. Consumer Watch: Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning car buyers about Labor Day scams, including deceptive fees, “spot delivery” tactics, and the need for independent inspections. Tech in Schools: West-MEC launched a responsible AI program for students, teaching programming and the ethical impacts of emerging tech. Library News: Phoenix Public Library is building a new branch in the Estrella area and is letting residents vote on plant-themed names.