Conservationists say cattle grazing on federal lands in Arizona has pushed a threatened garter snake closer to extinction
WASHINGTON – The northern Mexican garter snake, already threatened, is losing habitat due to livestock grazing on federal land in Arizona, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. The group has sued two federal agencies to protect the reptile.
Arizona has seen growth in clean energy jobs under Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, at a cost Republicans call wasteful
WASHINGTON – The 2-year-old Inflation Reduction Act gives incentives for clean energy projects. Democrats tout job growth and progress against climate change, but Republicans remain skeptical at the high cost.
‘Bridge between the generations’: Miss Navajo Nation merges traditional and modern Diné customs
PHOENIX – Six contestants vied for the crown of Miss Navajo Nation, a pageant that celebrates Navajo culture and tradition, and imbues the winner as a role model in the country’s largest Native American tribal nation.
After Mesa Mayor John Giles endorses Kamala Harris, some Arizona LDS members follow suit
MESA – Mesa Mayor John Giles is a Republican who is voting for Kamala Harris in this upcoming election. Find out why he is switching sides in a crucial election and why other Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints members are following in his footsteps.
Defensive anchor Mary Shroll keys ASU women’s volleyball hot start entering inaugural Big 12 campaign
TEMPE – Arizona State’s women’s volleyball team is off to a torrid start, and one of the reasons is libero Mary Shroll’s defense. She leads the 11-1 Sun Devils in digs and takes pride in being a vocal floor leader.
Cardinals ready to move on after loss to Lions against familiar faces
TEMPE – Following a third-quarter filled with missed opportunities, the Arizona Cardinals now shift their focus toward the Washington Commanders and a couple of faces familiar to Valley football fans.
Welcome to the Big 12: Hostile road environment rattles Arizona State football in loss to Texas Tech
TEMPE – Arizona State football coach Kenny Dillingham and the Sun Devils suffered their first loss of the season, 30-22, to Texas Tech and got their first taste of the hostile environments that await in the Big 12 Conference.
It was good to hear your voice: Popularity of Suns broadcaster Al McCoy spanned generations
PHOENIX – As much as Phoenix Suns broadcast Al McCoy is celebrated for his skills as a broadcaster, he receives even more praise for the person he was off the court.
Ready for primetime: Girls flag football on rise in Arizona with Cardinals backing
PHOENIX – The popularity of high school girls flag football is booming, and the Arizona Cardinals have taken it to primetime in Arizona. The Cardinals are promoting a series of primetime broadcasts on KTVK-TV (Channel 3) that are shining a spotlight on the sport.
Innovation can be a challenge for museums. Here’s how 3 in Arizona are trying to bring in visitors
PHOENIX – Museums in Arizona, including the Phoenix Art Museum and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, are employing different strategies to bring people to their businesses. Meanwhile, the new Southern Arizona Museum of Science and Technology is struggling.
‘It needs to continue’: LA’s Little Tokyo ‘endangered’ designation spotlights community’s need for help
LOS ANGELES – Little Tokyo is in a phase of decline due to generational issues the community has faced. However, there are ways residents and visitors can contribute to conserving this endangered Japantown in Los Angeles.
Track titans: Two Arizonans among inductees into 2024 USA BMX Hall of Fame class
PHOENIX - Arizonans Kim Hayashi and Debbie Kelley will both be inducted into the USA BMX Hall of Fame this weekend in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Hayashi will be inducted in the Woman category, while Kelley will be inducted in the Track Operator category.
