Experts warn swimmers to beware of water-borne parasites and bacteria
Summer heat attracts swimmers to hotels and public pools but a report from the Centers for Disease Control says cases of crypto virus and other bacteria rise as more people dive into their vacations.
Stubbornly steadfast: Mules have kept the Grand Canyon moving since the 1880s
Cars and trucks have replaced mules in most places, but the beasts of burden still reign supreme at the Grand Canyon. Every day, mules at the Grand Canyon carry supplies, souvenirs, trash and people up and down the South Rim.
As heat bears down, nonprofits help to hydrate those in need
Valley nonprofits are using their resources to help those in need bear the scorching conditions.
Sexually transmitted diseases up 19% in Arizona, perhaps because of greater awareness
A state public-health spokeswoman said improvements in treatment, screening and even dating apps may contribute to an increase of reported cases in 2018 compared to the same period last year.
Arizona unemployment remains at 4.9%; national level at 18-year low
Arizona’s unemployment rate is at 4.9 percent while the national average is at an 18-year low.
NCAA returns to Valley as organizing committee makes pitch for Final Four return
NCAA officials came to the Valley Wednesday to listen to a pitch from local organizers about a future Final Four. They hope to land the game in 2024, 2025 or 2026.
Rolling Thunder brings Washington a raucous reminder of POW/MIA issue
WASHINGTON - Tucson veteran Dan Grannan said his “goosebumps had goosebumps” after his first Rolling Thunder Run in 1992, and the camaraderie has kept him coming back to join tens of thousands of motorcyclists who come to Washington every Memorial Day to remember POT/MIAs.
Beating a hasty retweet: Avoiding the downsides of social media
WASHINGTON - Social media are filled with images of seemingly perfect people living seemingly perfect lives, but don't show the depression and anxiety that experts say can come from increased social media use. With thoughtful posting and viewing, they say, there are ways to counter the downsides of social media.
Restrictions on prop weapons put in place at Phoenix Comic Fest
Participants in Phoenix Comic Fest have had to rethink some of their props, thanks to new security changes.
Proud and close-knit : A Phoenix neighborhood unites under Old Glory
One Phoenix neighborhood has rallied together behind the American flag.
Stand or stay away: Reaction mixed to NFL’s new anthem policy
The NFL's new policy on the national anthem has prompted a mixed reaction. The owners voted that players must stand at attention or wait in the locker room.
