A year after Memorial Day went virtual, in-person events welcomed back
WASHINGTON - With vaccinations rising and new COVID-19 cases falling, Memorial Day ceremonies around the state and the nation that were forced to go virtual last are scheduled to be held in person again this year - a welcome change for those who observe the day.
Biden’s ambitious higher cap on refugee admissions unlikely to be met
WASHINGTON - Both sides agree on one thing about the decision to raise this year's cap on refugee admissions from a historic low of 15,000 to as many as 62,500 - the U.S. is not going to come close to hitting that new ceiling.
Spur Fire destroys homes in Arizona mining community
PHOENIX – The Spur Fire in the mining community of Bagdad, Arizonahas demolished more than 25 structures and homes, forcing the town to evacuate. The wildfire was 50% contained as of Friday afternoon.
Convergence of Mickelson’s success, NCAA championship have Grayhawk at top of game
SCOTTSDALE – Grayhawk Golf Club is at top of game with NCAA championships, Phil Mickelson success.
‘How to’ guide: Northern Arizona Wranglers built football team from scratch during pandemic
PHOENIX – From their expansion announcement in August to their first game in May, the Northern Arizona Wranglers of the Indoor Football League had to undergo all the steps of franchise creation amid a pandemic. Despite this, they still seek to build an authentic relationship with their local community.
Celebrate holiday with a healthy dose of caution – emphasis on healthy
WASHINGTON - Arizona residents should feel comfortable celebrating Memorial Day this year, but health experts said they still need to be careful to keep from repeating last year's mistakes, when unguarded partying led to a "lethal July."
As Lakers return to LA for Game 3 of NBA playoffs, players work to find rhythm
LOS ANGELES – The Lakers starting line-up has only played five games together this season. So they are still trying to learn to play with one another while also playing in the NBA Playoffs.
What’s a stinger? Chris Paul’s injury not uncommon but recovery tough to predict
The excitement surrounding the Suns who are finally back in playoffs is at stake as Chris Paul is battling a shoulder injury that is limiting his play and availability that the Suns so desperately need.
Vaccinated and restless, holiday travelers return at near-2019 levels
WASHINGTON - Travel experts say that with more people getting vaccinated and the grip of the COVID-19 pandemic easing, they expect the number of Memorial Day travelers to bounce back to almost pre-pandemic levels this holiday weekend.
Vet touts Arizona efforts to help veterans get jobs, despite COVID-19
WASHINGTON - A employment program for veterans that began in the days after 9/11 paid off last year when the COVID-19 pandemic rattled employment for vets in the state and across the country, an advocate told House lawmakers Wednesday.
Arizona’s ‘Hip Historian’ makes impact on Arizona’s transgender history
PHOENIX – A headstone in Greenwood cemetery honors Nicolai De Raylan, a gender pioneer who was buried without a headstone in 1906. Marshall Shore, also known as Arizona's Hip Historian, raised the money for De Raylan's headstone because without one, “he was erased from time.”
New Phoenix Rising stadium offers better experience for fans, athletes
PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising FC kicked off its season on April 30 and sits in first place in the USL Western Conference Pacific Division standings.
