Oregon State eyes chaotic conclusion to upend Pac-12 in College Football Playoff race
PHOENIX – Oregon State moved to No. 11 in the most recent CFP poll, and now has the chance to create a dramatic finish in the Pac-12's last hope for a playoff spot.
Arizonans join thousands at rally to support Israel, decry antisemitism
WASHINGTON - Several Arizonans were among the thousands who turned out Tuesday for the Americans March for Israel rally on the National Mall in Washington, where rally-goers showed their support for Israel in its war against Hamas and protested rising antisemitism.
Phoenix considers expanding boundaries, inventory for e-scooter and e-bike program
PHOENIX – The city of Phoenix is gathering public comment on the expansion of its e-scooter and e-bike micromobility program after data from vendors shows positive results from the current program.
Arizona Republican lawmakers announce plan to raise teacher pay
PHOENIX – Arizona Republican lawmakers announced a plan to increase pay for teachers in K-12 public schools, but Democrats and education advocates say it doesn’t go far enough.
Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll wins first Rookie of the Year Award in franchise history
PHOENIX – Arizona Diamondbacks star outfielder Corbin Carroll won the 2023 National League Rookie of the Year. The 23-year-old led the Diamondbacks to 84 wins, their first postseason appearance since 2017 and the first World Series trip since 2001.
End of an era: Ray Anderson resigns as athletic director of ASU
On Monday, Ray Anderson announced his resignation as the vice president of university athletics at Arizona State, effective immediately. It was a decision that many fans supported.
Kyler Murray is back and Arizona Cardinals players, fans couldn’t be happier
TEMPE – After waiting 10 weeks, Cardinals fans finally got their wish, as Kyler Murray returned to the field at State Farm Stadium. His impact was felt immediately, as a remarkable first-down run led to the game-winning field goal in the waning seconds.
‘They don’t know how to die’: Phoenix Rising win first ever USL Championship
MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Phoenix Rising completed one of the most unlikely playoff runs the USL has ever seen on Sunday, when they beat Charleston Battery 3-2 on penalties to win their first ever USL Championship, ending years of playoff heartbreak.
Parents of children with disabilities could soon be paid as caregivers following Arizona proposal
QUEEN CREEK – Special COVID-19 funds have been paying parents as caregivers for their children needing specialized care. An extension of that arrangement is set to expire but a new proposal would make pay for parent caregivers a permanent benefit in Arizona.
Downtown Phoenix growth, construction, events lead to parking puzzle
PHOENIX – Due to downtown Phoenix population growth and ongoing construction of new housing and other projects, parking is a common complaint.
ASU women’s triathlon team eyes 7th straight national title at Tempe competition
PHOENIX – Arizona State’s No.1 ranked women’s triathlon team is eyeing a seventh straight national title when it competes in the Women’s Collegiate Triathlon National Championship Saturday.
From Salpointe Catholic to the NFL: Arizona’s own Bijan Robinson returns for homecoming matchup against Cardinals
GLENDALE – Bijan Robinson, born and raised in Tucson, is set to return to his home state as a professional athlete for the first time with the Atlanta Falcons. From his high school days at Salpointe Catholic High School to becoming a top 10 pick in the 2023 NFL draft, Robinson’s journey as a rookie has come full circle in his return home.
