Countdown to Opening Day: Breaking down every Cactus League team before start of 2025 MLB season
PHOENIX – As spring training ends, there are a lot of reasons for fans to look ahead. The offseason had it all: big trades, signings, new managers. Here’s what to watch in the regular season for Cactus League teams.
‘QAnon Shaman’ and other Jan. 6 rioters from Arizona celebrate Trump pardons that many denounce as a slap to democracy and police
Washington — About 15 of the nearly 1,600 people pardoned by President Donald Trump in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol are from Arizona – including the “QAnon Shaman;” a Proud Boys member who was on standby for an armed second wave; and Ray Epps, the target of rightwing rumors about an FBI plot to spark the riot.
Weighty problem: Oversized portions in restaurants contribute to obesity
LOS ANGELES – As portion sizes continue to grow along with obesity rates, nutrition experts are looking at ways to encourage patrons to eat less and eat healthier.
GCU roller hockey’s ‘Miracle on Tile’ immortalized with championship banner, rings at Peoria Sportsplex
PEORIA – Grand Canyon University’s roller hockey team unveiled its NCRHA Division I National Championship banner and championship rings. The AA Division team opened the night with a win over Arizona State, while the Division I team secured an exciting overtime win against Arizona Impact.
Arizona approves Proposition 314 that will let police arrest undocumented immigrants, stoking fears of racial profiling
WASHINGTON – Arizona voters gave overwhelming approval to a ballot measure that gives state and local police the power to arrest undocumented immigrants – the latest volley in a decades-long effort by conservatives dissatisfied with federal enforcement.
Navigating new heights: Former top Arizona basketball prospects conquer mental, physical demands at next level
PHOENIX – Former top Arizona high school basketball recruits Shay Ijiwoye, Trayanna Crisp and Mia Davis share how the mental side is essential for navigating the transition to college basketball.
The Great Stair Climb: Bisbee 1000 pays tribute to mining town’s boom days
BISBEE – The Bisbee 1000: The Great Stair Climb celebrates the history of a quirky Arizona mining town that was the most populated city in Arizona and the largest between St. Louis and San Francisco when it was booming in the early 1900s.
Utah Hockey Club’s debut provides exciting beginning for some fans, difficult closure for others
SALT LAKE CITY – The NHL’s newest team, the Utah Hockey Club, played its first game in franchise history on Tuesday, officially ending the story of the Arizona Coyotes. While the game was a new beginning for hockey fans in Utah, it was closure for hockey fans in Arizona.
Life after football: Arizona State alums Juan Roque, Steve Campbell reflect on challenges after competition
TEMPE – Former Arizona State football players Juan Roque and Steve Campbell faced different challenges navigating life after the game, and experts say their experiences aren’t unusual for former athletes.
Movie magic in Montmartre, then and now: Paris remains famous for its numerous scenic shots in film
PARIS - Paris, the city of cinema, offers beautiful backdrops and is widely considered the most filmed city in the world. Well-known film spots throughout Montmartre draw the attention of tourists and directors alike.
‘Philly Special’: Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper’s hometown grit reshaping Phoenix Mercury’s culture
PHOENIX – Philadelphia natives Natasha Cloud and Kahleah Copper are transforming the Phoenix Mercury with their resilient play and shared hometown bond.
Walter Davis, Doug Collins, Michele Timms highlight Arizona ties to 2024 Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame class
GLENDALE – Saturday morning the 2024 Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame class that included Phoenix Suns legend Walter Davis was announced in Glendale. Of the 13 inductees, Phoenix played some role in a majority of their playing careers.
