The Daily Chirp

Today - A new dining experience is sizzling at Fort Huachuca as Grill ‘77 opens its doors, replacing a beloved diner with a fresh, modern take.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A wave of national store closures might be hitting Sahuarita, but local officials say there’s no reason to worry about long-term impacts.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - In Bisbee, a group of seasoned musicians is keeping the region’s musical legacy alive one harmony at a time — meet The Feel Goods.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - One Cochise County official joins a legal push to limit how Arizona’s anti-SLAPP law is applied in criminal court — and it all started with charges against pro-Palestine protestors.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Lee Elaban, a longtime player and umpire who helped shape Sierra Vista’s softball culture over five decades, was recently inducted into the Arizona Softball Hall of Fame for his contributions to the sport.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A brutal 2010 murder in Benson marked the last time Cochise County pursued the death penalty — and nearly 15 years later, it still stands as the most recent case in the county to invoke that ultimate legal consequence.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A routine traffic stop on I-10 led to a felony arrest, showing just how unpredictable the job can be for Arizona troopers.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A recall effort aimed at Benson Mayor Joe Konrad came up short, not because of lack of support, but due to common mistakes on the petitions.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Douglas’ mayor has removed Council member Danya Acosta from her role as vice-mayor, saying he no longer feels confident she could step in if needed.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A former Border Patrol agent accused of child sex trafficking may soon be out of jail after a judge slashed his bail and allowed for electronic monitoring.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A long-debated school closure in Sierra Vista is now official, as Bella Vista Elementary prepares to wind down operations at the end of this school year.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A longtime Douglas police sergeant’s retirement is now overshadowed by troubling allegations, mental health concerns, and a dramatic high-speed chase — all unfolding within weeks of each other.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Cutting-edge drone tech may soon become a key tool for law enforcement in Cochise County, thanks to a new partnership showcased this week at the Border Security Summit near Palominas.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A city manager reflects on legacy and longevity as Steve Pauken prepares to leave his post in Bisbee after more than a decade of transformative leadership.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - One man’s death sheds light on the fragile and often fatal path of alcohol recovery — and the complex medical decisions that come with it.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A long-shuttered sports complex in Nogales is preparing to welcome athletes back after months of serving as a migrant shelter.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A Douglas woman receives probation in the death of her boyfriend, closing a tragic and controversial case that has stirred emotion on both sides.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Benson Air Force veteran is bringing his passion for weather and flight to students around the world — all from his home in Cochise County.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - After more than four decades, an arrest has finally been made in the cold case murder of Joseph Montgomery, bringing renewed hope for justice in one of Cochise County’s oldest unsolved crimes.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Chinese immigrant once stepped in to cover soldier paychecks at Fort Huachuca when the U.S. government didn’t — today, we’re revisiting the remarkable story of Sam Kee.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Questions are mounting around Chiricahua Health, and Governor Hobbs may have backed away from the spotlight just in time.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Canadian rocker is making headlines in Old Bisbee — but not for his music.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A judge’s recent ruling clears a Cochise County Sheriff’s Office commander in a summer crash that left a pedestrian hospitalized — but the legal and civil questions are far from settled.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A new grant is helping Douglas turn an old break room into a hub for food, community, and small business.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Parents packed the Rothery Center this week to voice their concerns over a plan that could close Bella Vista Elementary — and the Sierra Vista school district says it’s listening.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Bisbee resident’s push for transparency has sparked a legal battle with City Hall over what should be public when the city attorney contacts the police.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A stabbing case in Cochise County ends in probation instead of prison, as questions over mental competency reshape the course of prosecution and justice.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: She’s got the keys to the office, but not the job — why Congress still hasn’t sworn in Adelita Grijalva more than a month after her landslide win.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A statewide mental health nonprofit expands its roots in Sierra Vista, offering vital new support for local families navigating behavioral health challenges.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Teachers at Buena High say they’re seeing more focused students — and fewer distractions — thanks to tighter restrictions on cell phone use during class.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: Douglas’ vice mayor is speaking out after a deeply personal crisis at her home sheds light on the hidden toll mental health struggles take on law enforcement families.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: After 25 years, DNA technology might finally identify the person who brutally murdered a Benson man in 2000.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: One of Bisbee’s most iconic—and controversial—buildings is heading to the auction block.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Willcox man accused in a deadly stabbing at Keiller Park will stand trial for murder in 2026 — and the charges are severe.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Cochise County Supervisor, Tom Crosby, wants taxpayers—or his insurer—to cover $300,000 in criminal defense fees. A final decision could come this week.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A house of horrors in Willcox leads to felony convictions for an elderly man’s own family members.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A federal memo puts thousands of civilian workers at Fort Huachuca on edge, as the promise of backpay during the government shutdown suddenly looks uncertain.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A one-woman, ten-puppet, vaudevillian twist on Hamlet is coming to the Bisbee Royale — and it promises to be anything but ordinary.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A young man spends seven hours inside a Sahuarita home — but takes nothing, damages little, and leaves quietly.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A high-interest jail report at the center of a legal battle still hasn’t been released to the public — even after the county attorney’s office offered to provide a redacted version.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista attorney with deep family ties to the local courts is stepping into a new role — and reviving a legacy — as Cochise County’s newest full-time judge pro tempore.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Health insurance cuts in Arizona could leave hundreds of thousands without coverage — and local clinics are preparing for the fallout.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Congressman Juan Ciscomani is urging federal health officials to make sure rural Arizona hospitals — not just big-city providers — get their fair share of the country’s largest-ever investment in rural healthcare.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A protest at Cochise College has sparked a broader conversation about the boundaries of free speech, campus policy, and the role of public institutions in navigating both.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A middle-of-the-night rescue from Bisbee’s Lavender Pit has left authorities — and the man at the center of it — wondering how he ended up there in the first place.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Southern Arizona may be missing a voice in Congress, and some say it’s no accident.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A government shutdown may have brought some of Fort Huachuca to a halt, but many essential services remain up and running — for now.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A Sierra Vista mother has pleaded guilty to child abuse charges in the 2020 death of her toddler son, ending years of court delays and avoiding a murder trial in exchange for a prison sentence.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - A zoning dispute in Hereford could bring weddings and big gatherings at Ramsey Canyon Inn to a halt—at least temporarily.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today: A controversial email from Bisbee's mayor has landed him under investigation by the County Attorney’s Office.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s Cochise County Week in Review looks at the local impact of the CD7 special election, with discussion of turnout in Douglas and Bisbee and the absence of a “Kirk bump.” We examine Charlie Kirk’s lasting influence on youth politics and whether a Turning Point USA chapter could take root at Cochise College. We take you to Douglas for the 101st Cochise County Fair, with livestock, rodeo, and plenty of community spirit. Finally, we update two big stories: sentencing in a copper theft tied to the Russian mafia and rising costs at Sierra Vista’s city-owned golf course.Support the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.