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Senate president of Arizona suggests rebranding Valley freeway in tribute to Charlie Kirk

Arizona's state senate president is anticipated to present fresh legislation, intending to rename a freeway in the Valley as a tribute to the late conservative activist Charlie Kirk.

Senate president of Arizona suggests rebranding Valley freeway in recognition of Charlie Kirk
Senate president of Arizona suggests rebranding Valley freeway in recognition of Charlie Kirk

Senate president of Arizona suggests rebranding Valley freeway in tribute to Charlie Kirk

In a surprising turn of events, Arizona's State Senate President, Warren Petersen, has announced plans to introduce legislation that would rename Loop 202 in the Phoenix Metro area to the 'Charlie Kirk Memorial Loop 202.' This proposal comes in the wake of the tragic shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was killed while speaking on a university campus in Utah last week.

However, details regarding the timeline for this bill are yet to be made public. The bill is expected to be introduced during the next legislative session, which is set to begin in January.

Meanwhile, residents of North Phoenix have been dealing with the aftermath of heavy rain on Friday morning. Flooded roadways and a water rescue were reported in the area, causing traffic disruptions. Motorists are advised to expect closures near downtown Phoenix and along the 60 this weekend due to the ongoing clean-up efforts.

In other news, Utah prosecutors have announced their intention to pursue the death penalty for the man accused of Charlie Kirk's murder. The details of the case are still unfolding, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

Megan Thompson reported on these developments at 9:06 AM on September 19, 2025, while our website staff reported at 8:52 AM on the same day. Scripps News Group also reported on these events at 8:59 AM, September 19, 2025.

Stay tuned for more updates as we continue to follow these stories. Remember to drive safely during these challenging weather conditions, and we send our condolences to the family and friends of Charlie Kirk.

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