Ousted House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s quest for vengeance faces test in Rep. Eli Crane’s primary
WASHINGTON – Freshman U.S. Rep. Eli Crane accuses his GOP primary challenger of being a pawn in a revenge plot hatched by Kevin McCarthy. The ousted speaker wants payback against Crane, a key player in McCarthy’s own downfall only a year after he’d pumped big money into helping Crane get to Congress.
Tempe Juneteenth celebration combines art activism with reflections on social justice, racial equality
TEMPE – Downtown Tempe's Juneteenth Block Party, organized by the Downtown Tempe Authority, showcased Black history and social justice through interactive art, hip-hop dance battles, personalized poetry, a pop-up roller skating rink and a barber battle.
Pop fly and shut-eye: This fake baseball podcast is a cure for insomnia
PHOENIX – Fake baseball games as a cure for insomnia? That’s the wish of the Northwoods Sleep Baseball podcast, which hopes you’re not awake in the ninth inning.
With 1864 abortion ban repealed, Arizona doctors don’t need emergency licenses in California and none have signed up
WASHINGTON – California lawmakers rushed to offer emergency licenses to let Arizona doctors provide abortion care after an Arizona court reinstated an abortion ban from 1864. But Arizona’s Legislature quickly repealed the near-total ban, leaving no need for that option.
Joe Biden campaign tries to win Arizona seniors with bingo as Donald Trump campaign focuses on Black, Hispanic voters
PHOENIX – In Arizona, the Seniors for Biden-Harris campaign is connecting with older adults through pickleball, ice cream and bingo. Meanwhile, the Trump campaign launched two coalitions targeting Black and Latino voters. This unique campaign tactic highlights the evolving world of campaign strategy.
How San Antonio Police lost a bullet tied to the shooting death of a baby
A new investigation by the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism at ASU reveals San Antonio police lost a bullet after logging it in as evidence in the shooting death of an 8-month old baby. The SAPD has a history of problems with evidence handling.
Arizona Legislature adjourns just in time to prevent repealed 1864 abortion ban from taking effect
WASHINGTON – The Arizona Legislature adjourned just in time to prevent a legal quirk that would have briefly resurrected an 1864 near-total abortion ban that lawmakers had repealed.
Phoenix Mercury’s Diana Taurasi reveals secret battle with eczema, teams up to raise awareness
PHOENIX – For the first time, Diana Taurasi is opening up about her battle with moderate-to-severe eczema. The Mercury guard discusses moments of vulnerability, treatments and partnering with a pharmaceutical company to raise awareness about the condition.
Bill aims to ease teacher shortage at tribal schools by granting federal pensions to educators
WASHINGTON – A proposal in Congress aims to address recruitment and retention problems at Arizona’s tribally run schools by letting their teachers join the federal pension system. The bill is authored by Democratic Reps. Ruben Gallego of Phoenix and Gabe Vasquez of New Mexico.
Back on track: Phoenix Rising gaining momentum after slow start following USL Championship
PHOENIX – The Rising were off to a slow start after their championship season. Offseason moves and strong support at home have helped the club get back on track.
DOJ report says Phoenix Police used excessive force, calls out discrimination and ‘longstanding dysfunction’
The U.S. Department of Justice issued a report Thursday accusing the Phoenix Police Department of routinely using excessive force, including deadly force; violating the rights of lawful protesters; and targeting people of color.
20-run win for Republicans in Congressional Baseball Game with Arizona lawmakers in supporting roles
WASHINGTON – Republicans defeated Democrats, 31-11, in the Congressional Baseball Game, an annual charity event, extending their winning streak with a blowout at Nationals Park.
