Tribes to get record funding from American Rescue Plan
WASHINGTON – Native American tribes nationwide will receive more than $31 billion as part of the American Rescue Plan, the largest one-time investment to Native American communities in history.
Ahead of WAC expansion, Grand Canyon basketball sets model for sustained success
Grand Canyon University’s men's basketball team reached a significant milestone by making the NCAA Tournament for the first time at the Division I level. A year before the Western Athletic Conference adds five new teams, GCU is trying to assert itself among its peers.
Arizona neighborhoods join Little Free Pantry movement to fight hunger
As food insecurity rises, Arizona communities are setting up neighborhood “little” pantries to get food and supplies to those in need.
House OKs bills easing path to citizenship for undocumented residents
WASHINGTON - The House passed a pair of bills Thursday that would provide a path to citizenship for Dreamers and legal status to undocumented farmworkers.
Prepping for the end of the world, under the surface of the moon
A University of Arizona team is creating a plan for a doomsday vault filled with cryogenically preserved materials.
Thrift shops and sustainable fashion outlets thrive during the pandemic
PHOENIX - While most businesses have been suffering during the COVID-19 pandemic, thrift stores across Arizona have been experiencing success.
In-person trail racing in high demand as COVID-19 restriction fatigue sets in
PHOENIX - Aravaipa Running offers in-person trail races as a safe alternative to virtual racing.
Filling out an NCAA Tournament bracket in Arizona? You could be breaking the law
PHOENIX - The sports betting landscape has seen significant changes since the last time the NCAA Tournament was played. While sports betting is still illegal in Arizona, there are still options for Arizonans wanting to get in on the action.
DHS chief defends Biden border policy at time of ‘historic’ challenges
WASHINGTON - Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas defended strong immigration policies amid "historic and unprecedented challenges."
Judge: Tape shows Chansley’s ‘detachment from reality’ in riot defense
WASHINGTON - An attorney for Arizona native Jacob Chansley, the face-painted "Q-Anon Shaman" charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol insurrection, downplayed government video showing his client as part of the mob that broke into the building and confronted police.
Recreational marijuana sales race ahead, but industry equity falls behind
TEMPE – Arizona started recreational marijuana sales in January, months earlier than expected. Sales have been so heavy that lines form at some dispensaries. Still, the industry struggles with social equity and diversity in the workforce.
City of Phoenix unanimously votes to reopen outdoor park amenities, select pools
PHOENIX – During Tuesday’s meeting the city of Phoenix unanimously voted to reopen outdoor park amenities, select pools and implement a plan for easter weekend.
