Yuma official says cost of caring for migrants ‘not sustainable’ for county
WASHINGTON - Yuma County cannot continue to bear the cost of caring for immigrants that are flooding across the border without help from the federal government, a county official testified Wednesday.
Arizona Cardinals grapple with missed opportunities, blown leads and an 0-2 start
TEMPE – The Cardinals showed signs of progress but again surrendered a second-half lead, falling to the Giants 31-28. New York scored on each of their five drives in the second half, culminating in a game-winning field goal in the waning seconds.
Black activists take on Dominican government and society in quest for justice and recognition
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic – AfroDominican activists are fighting against the Dominican Republic’s discriminatory legislation and social attitudes that negatively impact Black Dominicans and Haitian migrants.
Year of resilience: Brittney Griner’s triumphant return inspires Phoenix Mercury’s 2023 season
PHOENIX – Brittney Griner's remarkable journey from incarceration in a Russian prison to being named the AP's Comeback Player of the Year after an emotional return to the Phoenix Mercury defined her inspiring 2023 season.
One Snap Brotherhood: ASU’s offensive line sticks together despite injuries
TEMPE – The Sun Devils are decimated by injury, especially at offensive line. The brotherhood, however, is still strong.
‘It’s been exhausting’: Challenges on, off court for Phoenix Mercury lead to disappointing season
PHOENIX – For the first time since 2012, the WNBA playoffs will be played without the Phoenix Mercury. Finding themselves in uncharted territory, they will have a head start to a busy offseason: impending head coaching search and the WNBA Draft.
As popularity of Premier League soccer teams grows in U.S., supporters flock to Phoenix pubs
PHOENIX – Premier League fans around Phoenix have created support groups for their favorite teams over the last decade, but for some, finding a bar to call their own has been a struggle.
How Flagstaff, a once quaint town, transformed into capital of running world
FLAGSTAFF – For many, Flagstaff is known as the running capital of the world. A look at how it got there and how it helped create one of the best-kept secrets among collegiate sports dynasties: the Northern Arizona University men’s cross-country team.
Fanfare, fights and futbol: CONCACAF Gold Cup makes pit stop at State Farm Stadium
GLENDALE – The CONCACAF Gold Cup tournament came to Phoenix and the popularity of Mexico attracted a large crowd. Coming out of its successful match, Mexico still appeared to be in the honeymoon phase with interim coach Jaime Lozano. The period was short-lived, however, as Mexico lost its final group stage game to Qatar to the ire of fans.
Are the Diamondbacks poised for postseason success after strong first half?
PHOENIX – The Arizona Diamondbacks’ surprising start to the season has them in an ideal position to make their first playoff appearance in six years.
Arizona education leaders unveil ‘Everything to Gain’ campaign about importance of post-high school education
PHOENIX – Education Forward Arizona and business leaders reveal a new campaign to raise awareness about Arizona’s education goal: To have 60% of Arizonans with college degrees or certificates by 2030.
Arizona Cardinals put focus on building team chemistry as OTAs conclude
TEMPE – Conducting OTA workouts at their training facility in Tempe, the Cardinals continued ironing out the natural kinks that come with a new coaching staff and new players.
