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Downtown Phoenix Ambassador Hans Hughes Dies From Injuries After Getting Hit By Car

Hans Hughes, who served as an ambassador for downtown Phoenix, died Sept. 21, about a month after he was hit by an alleged drunk driver while riding his bike home from work.

The 43-year-old Hughes was a beloved figure in the community, known by many for being friendly, outgoing, positive and energetic while helping people navigate the downtown area.

A candlelight vigil to honor Hughes is scheduled for 6 p.m. on Sept. 25 at the Heritage Square Park’s Lath House Pavilion.

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Mark Brodie is a co-host of The Show, KJZZ’s locally produced news magazine. Since starting at KJZZ in 2002, Brodie has been a host, reporter and producer, including several years covering the Arizona Legislature, based at the Capitol.