ASU partners with Valley Metro to equip buses with thermal sensors

Arizona State University partners with Valley Metro to provide buses with thermal sensors that will collect data in hopes to determine how they can impact heat reduction efforts.


Phoenix Council to proceed with light-rail extension to South Phoenix, but requests design evaluation

The Phoenix City Council on Wednesday voted to proceed with the development of the South Central light-rail extension after a contentious meeting with residents earlier this week.


From pools to popsicles, Phoenix Zoo works to keep animals cool

Zookeepers at Phoenix Zoo provide animals with options to keep them cool.


Monsoon season is here: What to do when the weather turns dangerous

Monsoon storms create extreme weather conditions including dust storms/Haboobs, thunderstorms, flash flooding and increased fire danger. Navigate the season with tips from experts.


Phoenix Rising soccer eyes growth in Valley Latino community

Phoenix Rising FC hopes to grow its popularity in the Valley as it eyes a potential Major League Soccer bid. One area of focus is the Valley’s more than 1.3 million Latinos.

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Wildfires have burned 75,000 acres in Arizona, but experts had predicted more

: Wildfires have burned through about 75,000 acres in Arizona already this year. But experts say those numbers are encouraging – especially because Arizona’s monsoon season officially starts Friday, according to the National Weather Service.


Washington’s Stanley Cup rally draws fans from Arizona, Puerto Rico

WASHINGTON - Tens of thousands of Washington Capitals fans celebrated the team's Stanley Cup victory Tuesday, packing the National Mall with a sea of red jerseys under a clear blue sky - but not all of those cheering were Washingtonians.


Got milk? D-backs and Shamrock Farms make sure needy folks have plenty

Food banks across Arizona struggle to keep milk on the shelves, with 95 percent of food banks surveyed by the Arizona Milk Producers saying they’ can’t meet the demands of the public.


Phoenix Rising FC coach Patrice Carteron leaves team for Egyptian club

Phoenix Rising FC coach Patrice Carteron is leaving the team after one year. The soccer coach is taking a new job, a player confirmed on Monday.


Obama Foundation launches community organizing initiative in Phoenix

The Obama Foundation Community Leadership Corps teaches 35 young people to take action and make change in their communities.


Better WiFi, heat-resistant engines and, far, far on the horizon, self-piloting passenger planes

Before new technology can be used in the aviation industry, the FAA requires it be put through strict testing measures for certification.


Middle-age suicides on rise, new CDC report says

High suicide rates have largely been associated with younger populations, but middle age suicides are beginning to rise throughout the country, a new report says.