Arizona economy nears pre-pandemic norms as unemployment rate declines
PHOENIX - Arizona’s economy has seen tremendous job growth in the past year, economists say. The Back-to-Normal report ranks Arizona fifth in the nation.
Blood providers call for donors amid first national blood crisis
PHOENIX – Amid what the American Red Cross is calling the worst blood shortage in more than a decade, blood providers are urgently calling for donors. Vitalant, an Arizona nonprofit that collects blood, says thousands of blood drives have been canceled over the past 18 months.
Breaking through the cracks: Perry High product Jalen Williams blossoming at Santa Clara
PHOENIX - Jalen Williams is having a breakout basketball season at Santa Clara University. Williams is receiving NBA attention.
As Rams near Super Bowl kickoff at SoFi, Cardinals fans can’t help but think of 2023
LOS ANGELES – As Arizona Cardinals fans watch the Super Bowl today, they will likely be looking forward to 2023, when State Farm Stadium hopes the big game.
WM Phoenix Open shows its 2022 hand, and it’s a pair of aces
SCOTTSDALE – Holes-in-one by Sam Ryder and Carlos Ortiz at the 16th hole headline a wild WM Phoenix Open weekend. The atmosphere was a stark contrast to 2021, when COVID-19 restrictions limited how many fans could attend.
Thunderbirds expect fundraising bounce back after ’21 Phoenix Open COVID-19 limitations
PHOENIX – The Thunderbirds spent a year prepping TPC Scottsdale for the 2022 WM Phoenix Open. On the heels of a limited-access tournament last year because of COVID-19, the organization is expected to raise about $10 million from this event.
After 31-year playoff victory drought, Bengals fans giddy about team’s Super Bowl appearance
LOS ANGELES – Not winning a playoff game for 31 years hasn't deterred a Bengals fan base from showing up at postseason games. Will the Super Bowl be more of the same?
Burrowing animals, pin placements: PGA Tour rules officials quietly influential at Phoenix Open
SCOTTSDALE – Behind the chaos, PGA Tour rules officials quietly play an important role at the WMPhoenix.
Rising wages could not keep pace with rising prices in Arizona in 2021
WASHINGTON - Wages rose 5.3% in the Phoenix metro area last year, but prices rose almost twice as fast, with rising fuel and food prices eroding workers' buying power despite a surging economy.
Schweikert agrees to $125,000 fine from FEC for campaign violations
WASHINGTON - Rep. David Schweikert, R-Fountain Hills, has agreed to pay $125,000 to the Federal Election Commission for misuse of campaign funds, including charges that funds went to personal use of campaign staffers.
Arizona native Bryce Perkins takes difficult, worthwhile journey to Super Bowl LVI
PHOENIX – After stops at Chandler, Arizona State and Arizona Western, quarterback Bryce Perkins finds his way to Super Bowl LVI.
Dishing the dirt: Unique layouts, surfaces challenge Supercross drivers’ event preparations
GLENDALE - The Monster Energy AMA Supercross Championship presents unique tracks and dirt every single race. Drivers must prepare quickly and smartly on-site while also taking advantage of track maps.
