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From BYU to ASU: Will Chandler quarterback Jacob Conover’s return to Valley change career trajectory?

TEMPE – As a three-time state champion at Chandler High School, Jacob Conover’s high school career is among the most impressive in state history. Yet, his high school success hasn’t quite translated to the college level. Now, Conover has transferred to Arizona State where he hopes to recapture that promise of success.

Former Chandler High School quarterback Jacob Conover hopes his decision to transfer from BYU to Arizona will prove fruitful. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)

Thrilling comeback leads ASU baseball to 13-10 win, series sweep over Grand Canyon

PHOENIX – Contributions from Nick McLain, Jacob Tobias, Luke Hill and Luke Keaschall flipped a seven-run deficit into a three-run victory for Arizona State baseball over Grand Canyon Tuesday night.


‘A teachable moment’: Jalen Hurts, Eagles lay blueprint in Super Bowl 57 loss

GLENDALE — After his historic Super Bowl performance ended in an Eagles loss, Jalen Hurts reasserted his rapport with struggle as the source of his success.

Philadelphia Eagles QB Jalen Hurts played nearly flawless football in Super Bowl 57, but his costly fumble in the second quarter gave the Kansas City Chiefs new life. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

On heels of pandemic, Valley hospitality industry eyes potential windfall from Super Bowl 57

PHOENIX – The potential of a competitive game and nice weather have brought fans from around the country to the Valley. That excites hotels and restaurants who could use the economic boost.

Phoenix-area hotels and restaurants are excited about the prospect of an increased revenue stream with the presence of Super Bowl 57, scheduled for Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale. (Photo courtesy of The Phoenician)

Touch down! Eagles, Chiefs land in Phoenix for Super Bowl 2023

PHOENIX – The much anticipated Super Bowl 2023 between Philadelphia and Kansas City became more real Sunday afternoon when both teams arrived in Phoenix.

Left: Kansas City Chiefs quarterback, Patrick Mahomes, is seen wearing a Louis Vuitton hoodie and a pair of sunglasses. Right: The Eagles arrived in Phoenix sporting matching team-issued sweatsuits. (Photo by Susan Wong/Cronkite News)

‘Smooth’ ASU receiver Andre Johnson strikes right notes on football field and in rap music studio

TEMPE – Arizona State wide receiver Andre Johnson is using the offseason to start a career as a rap producer. He’s not the first ASU football player to make music, but he wants to help define the Phoenix hip-hop scene.


Los Angeles Sparks hope to build off success in July with successful homestand

LOS ANGELES – After starting the season 7-11, July has been kinder to the Los Angeles Sparks. They hope to keep that momentum going tonight against the Chicago Sky.


‘Immense suffering’: After Roe, groups focus on how to help pregnant people

Activists and organizations on both sides of the abortion debate are figuring out how best to help pregnant people after the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 ruling that had legalized abortion.

woman holding "abortion equals healthcare" protest sign in crowd

Aaron Rodgers, Jon Rahm headline star-studded Pro-Am day at WM Open

SCOTTSDALE – World No. 1 golfer Jon Rahm and NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers highlight the Annexus Pro-Am at the WM Phoenix Open Wednesday. Rodgers was happy to talk about golf but not football.


Cardinals players to wear customized cleats against Rams to support meaningful charities

PHOENIX – Sixteen Cardinals players will wear customized cleats against the Rams Monday night to represent organizations that are important to them.


Shuffle off the buffalo: Groups push to ship, not shoot, Canyon bison

WASHINGTON - A planned hunt of bison on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon this week appears to be moving forward, despite last-minute pleas by lawmakers in Colorado to move the animals there instead.


Celebrity fans, high ticket prices, national attention: Yup, the Phoenix Suns have arrived

From high-profile fans to high-priced tickets, the Phoenix Suns are enjoying the fruits of playing under a national spotlight.