Back to school: Arizona Fall League prospects take college stage at GCU Park for Friday showcase

PHOENIX – In the Arizona Fall League, the MLB prospects aim to show their growth in hopes of moving to the major league. However, their growth is just one aspect of the season, as they get unique opportunities to relive or even experience the college atmosphere.

Baseball player in a "Miami" uniform running during a game at night.

Act One helps Title I students connect to the arts with string quartet at Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix

PHOENIX – Act One is helping to provide Title I schools – those that have a high percentage of low-income families – with the ability to connect with the arts, a sector that is severely lacking on their campuses. The organization kicked off its season with a school trip to the Orpheum Theatre to see the Tetra String Quartet on Wednesday.


Phoenix Suns reserves Royce O’Neal, Ryan Dunn breathe life into team to start NBA season

PHOENIX – Rookies to veterans. Guards to centers. The Phoenix Suns supporting cast, including forwards Royce O’Neal and rookie Ryan Dunn, is anchoring a top-heavy ship early in the NBA season.

Basketball players, Ryan Dunn, Oso Ighodaro, and Royce O'Neale from the Phoenix Suns and Jalen Duren from the Detroit Pistons during a game.

Ventanilla de Salud initiative in Phoenix provides preventative health screenings for people with Mexican roots

PHOENIX — Offered by the Consulate General of Mexico, the initiative provides screenings and services for blood pressure, diabetes, HIV and vaccinations.

Two women at an informational table with brochures; one is standing behind the table and the other is in front, holding papers.

Biden issues formal apology for treatment of Indigenous children within federal boarding schools

LAVEEN VILLAGE – Joe Biden visited the Gila River Indian Community Friday morning to make history: He issued a formal apology to all tribal nations over the past treatment of Indigenous children within federal boarding schools. This landmark event was met with heavy emotion as the boarding school system affected many in attendance.


Playing ‘Arizona State basketball’: Bobby Hurley, Sun Devils seek identity in first Big 12 season

PHOENIX – At Big 12 Media Day, Arizona State men’s basketball coach Bobby Hurley told reporters he wants to play “Arizona State basketball” in terms of brand. What exactly does that mean?

Arizona State basketball coach Bobby Hurley in a suit adjusting their tie in a dimly lit sports setting.

ASU baseball hopes to build on last season with new coaching hires, transfers

TEMPE – ASU baseball is entering its fourth season under head coach Willie Bloomquist and continues to establish a strong culture alongside new hires Jeremy Accardo and Jason Ellison.

ASU baseball coach Willie Bloomquist wearing a black ASU cap and sunglasses on a sunny day.

Donald Trump focuses on immigration at Tempe campaign rally just 12 days before election

TEMPE – Former President Donald Trump rallied with supporters and speakers at Mullett Arena in Tempe ahead of November’s presidential election.


Act II: Chase Budinger delivers encore in beach volleyball at 2024 Paris Olympics after NBA journey

PHOENIX – Chase Budinger’s Olympic journey is unique in many ways. The former NBA veteran and University of Arizona standout became a first-time Olympian at the age of 36 in a different sport: beach volleyball.

Chase Budinger on the court raises his hand, with fans in the background.

‘Toss the Tusk’ educates Phoenix Zoo guests on illegal ivory trading, allows ivory surrender

PHOENIX – An event aimed at educating the public on poaching and how to combat the illegal ivory trade, came to the Phoenix Zoo for the first time. Guests were encouraged to surrender ivory, which will be used for research and education.

Phoenix Zoo staff members set up a display of ivory tusks and trinkets to educate the public on ivory poaching during the “Toss the Tusk” event in Phoenix on Sept. 27, 2024. (Photo by Aryton Temcio/Cronkite News)

Will tax deduction cap expire under Kamala Harris or Donald Trump? Experts weigh potential impact on Arizona taxpayers

WASHINGTON – Arizona homeowners could see a tax break from the state and local tax deduction cap if tax code changes occur after the election and 2025 expiration of Donald Trump-era tax cuts. The cap has affected higher-income residents, though many Arizonans remain unaffected by the state’s flat tax.

A crowd of people standing outside the capitol building holding signs that say "Tax The Rich."

Phoenix says visits to heat relief centers skyrocketed during record-breaking summer, and 92% were from people experiencing homelessness

PHOENIX – City officials said Phoenix’s heat-relief network saved many lives this summer, particularly among the unhoused population.

Kate Gallego speaking at a podium with a pink and white design on a screen behind her.