Good morning, Surprise.

A bird flu outbreak at Hickman Farms has caused the loss of over one million egg-laying hens this year—raising concerns that local restaurants in Surprise may face higher egg prices soon.

Surprise city council approved a budget that will add new city staff in the next fiscal year—even though overall spending is lower than this year.

The Maricopa County Attorney's Office brought nearly 350 death penalty cases over the past 20 years but only 41 ended with a death sentence.

Experts and attorneys said the low rate raised serious concerns given the cases cost at least $300 million — and likely more since some agencies did not provide full figures.

Investigative reporters from ABC15 and ProPublica revealed that Maricopa County has kept its process for selecting death penalty cases secret + nearly 350 cases have been filed over two decades with only 41 leading to a death sentence.

Experts and attorneys say taxpayers face high costs + the issue has sparked calls for more transparency.

The Surprise City Council has proposed lowering property taxes for the next fiscal year—this marks the second year they aim to reduce the rate.

Residents may soon see a drop in their home taxes.

Cornerstone Healing Center will host a community unity event on Thursday, June 19 (11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.) that brings together behavioral health professionals, local leaders and law enforcement to address substance abuse, mental health challenges and community safety.

West Valley Preps announced its 2025 All West Valley Preps baseball teams featuring first, second and third teams with top players from the Northwest Valley — including Canyon View's Landon Hood as Player of the Year and Centennial's Jon Williams as Coach of the Year.

The list also names honored players at multiple positions and highlights a group of promising underclassmen to watch in upcoming seasons.