Rep. Yassamin Ansari slams Trump after El Salvador visit to highlight case of wrongly deported man Kilmar Abrego Garcia
WASHINGTON – Rep. Yassamin Ansari returned to Phoenix on Tuesday after she and other Democratic lawmakers tried unsuccessfully to meet with Kilmar Abrego Garcia, the longtime Maryland resident deported to El Salvador by mistake. The White House slammed them for going on an “apology tour” on behalf of a gang member.
High suicide rates in ‘tough guy’ construction trade prompt industry to start talking
PHOENIX – Construction has the highest suicide rate of any occupation in the country. The male-dominated industry is labor-intensive and requires long hours, often leaving workers to cope with both mental and physical pain. Industry leaders and organizers are now working to destigmatize mental health conversations on and off the jobsite.
Skoden Coffee & Tea combines traditional Native American cuisine with activism
PHOENIX – Skoden Coffee & Tea is an Indigenous-owned shop inside Central Records in Phoenix. While the shop includes traditionally inspired Native American drinks and pastries, its owner supports cultural activism.
Rooted in West Linn, Tim Tawa’s journey from three-sport high school star unfolds with Arizona Diamondbacks
PHOENIX – After dominating Oregon’s high school sports scene as a decorated three-sport athlete, Tim Tawa carved a unique path to the majors with the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Left Behind: Deported Migrants Navigate Uncertainty in Nogales
NOGALES – Phoenix-based nonprofit Esperanza en la Frontera provides food and necessities to deported migrants and displaced families from the United States who are camped in an abandoned basketball court in Nogales, Mexico.
ASU organizations and students offer support as the number of international students losing visas increases
TEMPE – As the number of international students losing their student visas under the Trump administration increases, ASU students and organizations show their support for their international peers.
Arizona’s Apache Generating Station is one of 66 coal plants to get EPA exemption from Biden-era toxic air pollution caps
WASHINGTON — The Apache Generating Station, an Arizona power plant that uses coal, received an EPA exemption from Biden-era standards on toxic air pollution. President Donald Trump loosened regulations and 66 plants nationwide received exemptions. Most power companies are phasing out coal by 2032, though that could change if Trump eases carbon emission standards.
Athletics players, fans reflect on move from Oakland, as team embarks on new chapter in Sacramento
MESA – Major League Baseball leaves behind Oakland's rambunctious fan base for the first time in over 50 years. Fans and players voice their opinions on the franchise’s complicated move from Oakland.
‘Best Women’s Final Four yet’: Phoenix, ASU lead charge toward historic 2026 NCAA Tournament at PHX Arena
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Local Organizing Committee breaks down preparation and planning as they get ready to host the 2026 NCAA Women's Final Four at PHX Arena.
Wings, competition and heat: Dynamic Arizona State football transfers embrace it all
PHOENIX – On both sides of the ball, Arizona State worked to replace some key losses with transfers from other programs. The group has fit in well.
‘Changes are coming’: Mat Ishbia, Suns front office reflect on disappointing 36-win season
PHOENIX – Suns owner Mat Ishbia has witnessed a pair of disappointing seasons since buying the team. He, general manager James Jones and CEO Josh Bartelstein addressed the struggles Thursday.
Donald Trump wants to deport ‘home-grown’ criminals. Can American citizens be deported?
WASHINGTON – Donald Trump has created a hostile environment for immigrants and labeled the majority as "criminals." Now, in addition to deporting millions of people in the country without permission, he wants to deport American citizens who commit certain crimes. Legal experts say there’s no way that’s legal, though he might still try.
