Tucson’s lost baseball legacy: A city fights for a future in America’s pastime
TUCSON – With its recently built Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium standing vacant, Tucson struggles to reclaim its rich baseball legacy. Community leaders and former players hope new developments within the city and fan enthusiasm can bring pro teams back to southern Arizona.
Mobile clinics bring health care to underserved communities in Arizona
PHOENIX – Through a partnership, the Valleywise Community Health Center mobile clinic recently made a stop outside nonprofit Nourish Phoenix. The mobile clinic makes health services more accessible by being present in the local community.
Trump’s vow to repeal Biden regulations on carbon from coal-fired power plants will hamper fight against climate change, critics warn
WASHINGTON – In April, President Joe Biden announced caps on greenhouse gas emissions from coal-fired power plants. President-elect Donald Trump plans to repeal the regulations, which critics call a major setback in the fight to curb climate change.
Arizona roller hockey thrives on wheels in the Valley despite rink shortages, Division I challenges
PHOENIX – Grand Canyon University won the NCRHA Division I National Championship, while the University of Arizona took the Division II title. Arizona State University boasts one of the longest-running roller hockey programs. Despite their success, the teams struggle with limited facilities and a shortage of Division I opponents.
Weighty problem: Oversized portions in restaurants contribute to obesity
LOS ANGELES – As portion sizes continue to grow along with obesity rates, nutrition experts are looking at ways to encourage patrons to eat less and eat healthier.
Photo Essay: A major blitz of girls flag football highlights Arizona high school competition
PHOENIX – A look back at the 2024 girls flag football season featuring various teams through photos. The sport grabs the spotlights and continues at all levels.
Lawmakers push critical mineral status for copper, a major Arizona export, which would mean green energy tax breaks and less regulation
WASHINGTON – Lawmakers from Arizona, home to the largest copper mines in the U.S., are pushing to add the metal to a federal list of critical minerals. That would trigger tax breaks and a faster permit process. Copper is critical for green energy industries and electric vehicles. The U.S. House has already approved the bill.
How wealth and race determine L.A.’s hottest and coolest areas
LOS ANGELES – Economically disadvantaged, mainly minority populations in the Southwest live in parts of cities that are several degrees hotter than affluent, predominantly white neighborhoods.
‘We’re never going to go away’: How Kenneth Shirley danced Indigenous representation into the mainstream
NEW YORK – Indigenous Enterprise founder and CEO Kenneth Shirley has been breaking barriers and bringing powwow dancing into the mainstream. Through his gift of dance, Shirley and Indigenous Enterprise brought much-needed representation to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and beyond.
Indigenous Enterprise dancers bring colorful Native representation to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
NEW YORK – Phoenix-based Indigenous Enterprise brought colorful representation to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Their performance showcased powwow traditions, blending modern and traditional elements and reminded millions of the importance of Indigenous visibility and empowerment.
Groundbreaking development: Mosaic Quarter set to transform Tucson sports scene with 2027 opening
TUCSON – The Mosaic Quarter, currently under construction and set to open in 2027, will feature multiple ice rinks and sports facilities to enhance Tucson's sports and recreation opportunities.
Native American traditional healing practices now covered under Medicaid in 4 states, including Arizona
PHOENIX – In October, the Biden administration announced an amendment that would expand Medicaid coverage to traditional Native American healing practices for the next three years in Arizona and three other states.
