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‘Just a damn basketball game’: Steve Kerr speaks on leadership, loss and life lessons at ASU

TEMPE – Steve Kerr, legendary coach and well-known political advocate, discusses politics, leadership and his coaching career in a sit-down conversation with David Axelrod.

Coach in blue warriors jacket looking angry

Democrats say Trump insiders may have profited off market turmoil triggered by launch, abrupt pause on tariffs

WASHINGTON — Sens. Ruben Gallego and Adam Schiff are demanding information about potential insider trading by President Donald Trump’s family and inner circle, including billionaire Elon Musk. They cite the huge profits some traders made after he paused sweeping tariffs that had caused markets to crater.


For family, for Guinea: Mamadi Diakite’s NBA dream grinds forward with Valley Suns

PHOENIX – Mamadi Diakite had a unique journey to the G League. From growing up in Africa and wanting to play soccer to making the switch to basketball at a later age, he has persevered through language barriers and unfamiliarity with the sport to reach new heights.

Two basketball players jump to reach the ball on a purple court during a game.

Los Angeles, Salt Lake City prep for upcoming turn on Olympic stage

PHOENIX – The United States is set to host both the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles and the 2034 Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City, marking a historic double return of the Games to American soil.


Fiscal impact of immigrants cuts both ways – education, health care and some welfare benefits but also tax revenue and labor

WASHINGTON — Immigrants without legal status represent both costs and benefits to taxpayers and the economy. It’s a more complex picture than many people realize.


Kelly, Gallego call for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign over Signal chat group leak on Houthi attack plans

WASHINGTON – Arizona’s senators called for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to resign, accusing him of egregious carelessness for sharing plans of an impending attack in a chat group that included a journalist.

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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.


Arizona universities quietly delete DEI language while trying to navigate Trump rules on diversity, equity and inclusion

PHOENIX – Arizona universities are attempting to navigate changes in diversity, equity and inclusion regulations from the Trump administration while quietly removing DEI-related language. Some Arizona legislators are working to bring a state constitutional amendment to voters over DEI practices.

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RFK and Tulsi Gabbard confirmations extend Kelly, Gallego losing streak on Trump Cabinet picks

WASHINGTON – Arizona's Democratic senators have been on the losing end of every confirmation they opposed since President Donald Trump started filling out his Cabinet.


Continuing to thrive: AHSHA Championship serves as a reminder of hockey’s presence in Arizona

TEMPE – Despite losing an NHL team, the Arizona Coyotes, Arizona hockey is still thriving, the Arizona High School Hockey Association Division I Championship proved Saturday.

Pinnacle hockey players celebrating with the AHSHA cup trophy on the ice rink, wearing navy blue jerseys and beige "CHAMPS" caps.

Phoenix Holocaust center raises $38 million, expected to open in 2027 to foster education

PHOENIX – The Hilton Family Holocaust Education Center has received $11 million in government funding, some of which will be used for construction and implementation of interactive exhibits.

The Hilton Family Holocaust Education Center in Phoenix will be 30,000 square feet and include multiple galleries and exhibits. (Rendering courtesy of Arizona Jewish Historical Society)

From ASU’s video room to NBA sidelines? Madeline Sulka pursues history on road less traveled

PHOENIX – Valley native Madeline Sulka started her coaching journey as a video coordinator. Her ultimate goal is to be an NBA head coach, and she is following a path paved by successful video coordinators before her to get there.

From right, Emmitt Matthews Jr.,Madeline Sulka,David Singleton sitting on a basketball court sideline, looking at a laptop.