JD Vance visits Arizona’s 2 largest metro areas in bid for Hispanic voters

MESA – On Wednesday, Republican vice presidential candidate and Sen. JD Vance visited Tucson and Mesa, enticing Hispanic voters to pledge for Trump in a race to win Arizona votes in the upcoming election.

Sen. JD Vance took to the stage to speak on Oct. 9, 2024, in Mesa. (Photo by Brianna Chappie/Cronkite News)

Melton brothers set for first sibling rivalry as Max and Bo battle in Cardinals vs. Packers

PHOENIX - Bo and Max Melton have played football together for as long as they can remember. On Sunday, they will face off against each other in an NFL game for the first time when Arizona plays Green Bay.

The Melton brothers, Bo and Max, bring their sibling rivalry to the NFL for the first time Sunday when the Arizona Cardinals travel to face the Green Bay Packers. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Utah Hockey Club’s debut provides exciting beginning for some fans, difficult closure for others

SALT LAKE CITY – The NHL’s newest team, the Utah Hockey Club, played its first game in franchise history on Tuesday, officially ending the story of the Arizona Coyotes. While the game was a new beginning for hockey fans in Utah, it was closure for hockey fans in Arizona.

Delta Center building with a large hockey jersey and event sign in front.

Kari Lake, Ruben Gallego clash in Senate debate for Arizona’s open seat

PHOENIX – Former gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake and U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego clashed in their first Senate debate for the Arizona seat that will be vacated by Kyrsten Sinema.

U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake shake hands before their Arizona U.S. Senate debate on Oct. 9, 2024, in Phoenix. It is expected to be their only debate before Election Day. (Pool photo by Cheryl Evans/Arizona Republic)

Arizona Wildcats head to Provo eyeing upset of unbeaten, well-rested BYU after suffering setback

TUCSON – The Arizona Wildcats aim to recover after their Big 12 home opener loss, as the team travels to Utah to take on No. 14 BYU, which has been analyzing the Wildcats’ loss in search of exploits.


Tyus Jones poised to guide Phoenix Suns offense in NBA championship push

PHOENIX – Phoenix Suns guard Tyus Jones is the offensive facilitator the team hopes will help lead it to an NBA title. The Duke product signed a veteran’s minimum contract for a chance at glory.


After 2022, tribal involvement in the Arizona’s State Fair’s Native American Rodeo waned

PHOENIX – The Native American rodeo is one of the Arizona State Fair’s most popular events, bringing together tribal nations from all over the country. Featuring exclusively Indigenous competitors, there are still questions surrounding Indigenous consultation in all aspects of the rodeo.

Montana Barlow competes in saddle bronc riding at the Arizona State Fair Native American Rodeo on Oct. 4, 2024, in Phoenix. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News)

Book & D-Lo: one of NBA’s closest friendship hidden in plain sight

PALM DESERT, Calif. — Devin Booker and D’Angelo Russell’s symbiotic friendship has long been unknown to the public. The fruitfulness of their relationship was hidden in plain sight on Sunday.

D'Angelo Russell and Devin Booker in action during a game.

In closely watched rematch, freshman U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani tangles with ex-state Sen. Kirsten Engel over border, abortion and extremism

WASHINGTON – First-term U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani is defending his seat against former state Sen. Kirsten Engel in a rematch, two years after he defeated her by just 5,200 votes. The rivals from Tucson are squabbling over border security, abortion rights and who’s more able to work across the aisle.


Bed shortages and inadequate care leave patients with Serious Mental Illness in metro Phoenix at risk

With bed shortages across Arizona for SMI patients following the closure of St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center, other facilities like Phoenix Medical Psychiatric Hospital are left to carry the burden and advocacy groups like Arizona Mad Moms are left fighting for the mental health care their loved ones need.


Republicans falsely link illegal immigration to federal relief funds as Hurricane Milton slams Florida

WASHINGTON – As Hurricane Helene pushed disaster relief to the political forefront, former President Donald Trump and other Republicans have leveled false claims about FEMA diverting funds to help migrants.


Jerry Sheridan wants to reinvent the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office, distances self from former boss Joe Arpaio’s legacy

Jerry Sheridan, a 40-year veteran of the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and former Sheriff Joe Arpaio’s right-hand man, wants to run the department on his own terms – and separate himself from Arpaio’s legacy.