Gov. Doug Ducey declares opioid emergency in Arizona
PHOENIX – Gov. Doug Ducey on Monday declared a public health emergency spurred by a devastating jump in Arizona opioid deaths in 2016, calling for a coordinated effort by the medical community and state and local governments to find solutions to an epidemic.
Hearing-impaired conductor helps Glendale choir make beautiful music
WASHINGTON - The Sounds of the Southwest Singers, a community choir from Glendale, stood perched on the risers at the front of the temple-like George Washington Masonic National Memorial, waiting to begin a program of patriotic and gospel tunes.
How will you celebrate National Doughnut Day?
Chances are, you or someone you know craves doughnuts.
Medical marijuana cardholders grow new businesses
PHOENIX – Marijuana businesses are growing in Arizona.
What have your experiences been with Route 66?
For many years, a National Park Service preservation program has tried to preserve landmarks and tourist destinations along Route 66.
Dangerously hot: Phoenix opens 22 cooling stations to aid homeless, elderly
PHOENIX – Phoenix has opened more than 20 “cooling stations” around the city to offer bottled water, an air-conditioned building and other respite from the heat to people who are homeless, elderly or in need.
Why do rural areas of Arizona have a shortage of STEM teachers?
STEM education in rural areas of Arizona has been falling behind the curve compared to metropolitan areas, according to Arizona Science Foundation.
Despite low pay, WNBA still attraction to international players
PHOENIX — In a quest for better salaries, nearly half of WNBA players compete overseas in the off-season. The mindset for international players, however, is different.
Justa Center in Phoenix helps address ‘surge’ of older homeless population
PHOENIX – It can happen in an instant: You lose your job. You can’t pay your medical bills. You have an accident.
Valley diving community determined to quell fears about sport’s safety
PHOENIX - One of the most high-profile diving accidents of all time still resonates with many. “There was this ‘wham’ and this big gasp from the crowd,” Arizona State diving coach Mark Bradshaw said. “The best diver in the world (just) hit the board.”
English contingent leads Phoenix Rising FC
SCOTTSDALE — In the United States, a popular formula for building a successful soccer franchise hinges on a team’s ability to sign and develop young local talent.
Arizona churches offer sanctuary to immigrants seeking refuge
PHOENIX - A twin bed, a desk and a bookcase fill a small, rectangular room at Shadow Rock United Church of Christ in north Phoenix. On top of the desk, a Bible lays open, which Ismael Delgado, an immigrant from Mexico, uses each day to study scriptures.
