Successful stops in Arizona help White Sox minor-leaguer Caleb Bonemer chase his dream
PHOENIX – Caleb Bonemer, a minor-leaguer in the Chicago White Sox system, is on his rookie journey, one that wouldn’t be possible without the state of Arizona. Bonemer is living his childhood dream, and leaving a legacy each step of the way.
Rodeo’s rough reality: Inside America’s most dangerous sport as increased safety measures aim to protect riders, horses
WILLCOX – Rodeo is more dangerous than football and ice hockey, but riders often wear far less protective gear. After decades of danger, the rodeo world is prioritizing the safety of riders and the horses and cattle they compete with in the ring.
NIL in high school? Arizona’s next-gen athletes balance books and brands in a new era of sports
PHOENIX – As of March 2024, Arizona high school athletes can now earn NIL deals. What is life like handling all these responsibilities at such a young age? From a mental perspective to those in their corner, there are many challenges for a high-profile youth athlete.
Clubhouse games: Arizona Diamondbacks solve way to success with puzzles to sharpen focus
PHOENIX – In the midst of a grueling 162 game season, one thing remains the same. Spread throughout the Diamondbacks clubhouse are sudoku and crossword puzzles.
‘I couldn’t stop:’ Help for compulsive gambling among Nevada’s Latino population is slim
LAS VEGAS – Latinos face several barriers to getting mental health care for problem gambling in Nevada. Here’s who is impacted, and what is being done about it.
Problem gambling treatment deserts cover rural Nevada. More programs are trying to train and place counselors
LAS VEGAS – Nevada problem gambling extends out of Las Vegas and into the state’s rural areas, but treatment options don’t meet the need, experts say.
Valley natives Dalton Sneed, Jamal Miles, Isaiah Huston make a home with undefeated Arizona Rattlers
GLENDALE – The reigning IFL Champions Arizona Rattlers have a few local players, including quarterback Dalton Sneed, running back Jamal Myles and receiver Isaiah Huston. The trio is a force on offense for the Rattlers, but also each has his own way of impacting the community and providing for their family.
‘It’s the future’: With AI here to stay, journalism embraces next stage in news coverage
PHOENIX – AI is rapidly integrating into journalism, raising critical questions about whether it will undermine the profession or become a powerful tool that enhances how news is reported and delivered.
Anti-trans bills and executive orders are reshaping campus life
PHOENIX – Federal and state lawmakers continue to pass laws that target, control and limit queer youth. As universities comply with executive orders, many queer students and allies are left feeling abandoned. Still, they have rallied around one another in ways that institutions can’t.
Cracking Kenny Dillingham’s code: five pillars of a winning college football program
PHOENIX – Kenny Dillingham took ASU from consecutive 3-9 seasons to an 11-2 record, Big 12 Championship and College Football Playoff appearance. What are the ingredients to success in modern-day college football?
‘The anti-vaccine movement doesn’t take their toys and go home’: As measles spreads, vaccination rates continue to decline
PHOENIX – Health experts say that misinformation is the driving force behind low vaccination rates. Mixed messaging from top officials, along with widespread misinformation, is contributing to declining vaccination rates in Arizona’s rural counties.
‘Jack of all trades’: Game-changing women redefine roles to rise in sports representation
PHOENIX – A growing number of women are breaking into the male-dominated world of sports agencies. From seasoned pros like Molly McManimie and Emily Staker to rising voices like Sierra Smith, these women are reshaping the industry.
