‘It’s unbelievable’: ASU baseball alumni question Hall of Fame’s snub of Barry Bonds

After Barry Bonds failed to reach the 75% mark of votes required for election into the Hall of Fame, Arizona State baseball alumni questioned the decision.


Wildfire restoration efforts bring back native plants and wildlife

The National Park Service has teamed up with organizations to plant 100,000 species of trees and other plants, restoring Santa Monica Mountains National Park lands after wildfires. To take care of California’s natural ecosystem, the NPS is keeping its focus on native species.


Despite lingering claims, election officials hope to put 2020 in the past

WASHINGTON - Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer has blasted "outlandish theories" of election deniers in the past, but he said Wednesday he is "flattered" that far-right 2020 election deniers are running for state office - it means they care enough to try to fix the system.


Hail to the rename: Indigenous advocates welcome new Washington team name

WASHINGTON - Native American advocates welcomed the announcement Wednesday that Washington's pro football team will now be called the Commanders, ending a yearslong fight to get rid of a name many deemed racist.


Bipartisan bill to promote affordable housing introduced in Arizona House

PHOENIX – Arizona state Reps. César Chávez and Steve Kaiser introduced a bipartisan bill Wednesday that would address the state’s housing crisis by increasing the construction of affordable homes and providing aid to the homeless.


Brian Flores’ lawsuit against NFL casts negative light on Cardinals’ hiring practices

PHOENIX — Brian Flores, the recently fired coach of the Miami Dolphins, implicated the Arizona Cardinals in the league-wide pattern of racism and discrimination alleged in his class action lawsuit against the NFL.


Not just for seniors: Larry Fitzgerald, Michael Phelps help spread pickleball fever

PHOENIX – Michael Phelps and Larry Fitzgerald competed with professional pickleball athletes in a special pro-am event on Friday as the sport continues to grow and receive more exposure.


Despite huge funding lead in Senate race, Kelly still faces a challenge

WASHINGTON - Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Ariz., raised more than $27.5 million for his 2022 reelection bid, almost twice the total raised by a half-dozen Republican challengers, but analysts said that "giant war chest" does not guarantee a win in what could be a tough year for Democrats.


Mom honors daughter by getting food, health care to underserved kids

MESA – After Joan Leafman’s daughter died of breast cancer, the Mesa woman started a foundation in her honor to provide food and health care to children in need. Today, Corbin’s Legacy helps operate a clinic in one Mesa elementary school, providing important screenings to underserved kids.


Arizona Humane Society mobile clinic provides free pet care for underserved communities

PHOENIX – The Arizona Humane Society’s Healthy Tails mobile clinic offers free veterinary services, from surgery to vaccinations, deworming treatments, flea and tick prevention and microchipping.


Antitrust suit can proceed against SRP over charges to solar customers

WASHINGTON - A federal appeals court said Monday that SRP customers who also have solar panels at their homes can pursue an antitrust claim against the utility for a policy of charging them more than other customers.


Families face first month without child tax credit payments since July

WASHINGTON – January was the first month since last summer that Arizona low-income families did not get a check under the expanded Child Tax Credit program, leaving parents scrambling for help and advocates worrying about an increase in poverty.