Former drug user tells story at Maricopa County’s first Spanish-only forum on fentanyl addiction

PHOENIX – The Maricopa County Attorney's Office hosted its first Spanish-only forum on the dangers of fentanyl. The program featured Ronny Morales who told his personal story of using the drug and getting sober.


Hometown pride: Local gymnasts keep Arizona State program rooted in the Valley

PHOENIX – The nationally ranked Arizona State Sun Devils gymnastics team maintains a strong focus on national success, supported by four talented gymnasts hailing from the Phoenix area.

ASU graduate student gymnast Gracie Reeves celebrates after successfully dismounting from the uneven bars Feb. 2 at the Maroon Monsoon Tri-Meet. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics)

‘All I wanted to do was dance’: Ballet scholarship competition helps further dancers’ dreams

PHOENIX – Ballet dancers competed for scholarships at the Youth America Grand Prix international student ballet scholarship competition at the Orpheum Theatre in Phoenix in February.

Betzy Martinez, 19, performs at the Youth America Grand Prix international student ballet scholarship competition on Feb. 10, 2024. (Photo by Marnie Jordan/Cronkite News)

Ford Championship 2024 marks milestone moment for LPGA Tour in Gilbert

GILBERT - On Feb. 10, LPGA Commissioner Mollie Marcoux joined local pros Mina Harigae and Alena Sharp to announce the Ford Championship at the Seville Golf & Country Club. During the event, they discussed the future of the LPGA Tour and women’s golf.

LPGA commissioner Mollie Marcoux Samaan unveils the 2024 Ford Championship, a historic moment for women's golf in Gilbert. (Photo by Jesse Brawders/Cronkite News)

Business owners challenge bill requiring E-Verify checks for jobs, benefits

PHOENIX - House Speaker Ben Toma says his latest immigration bill could save Arizona billions in welfare benefits annually, but small business owners rallied Monday to say it will cost the state instead, by driving out businesses and workers.


Going on offense over Defense spending: Biden touts benefits to states

WASHINGTON - As Congress weigh $95 billion in military aid for Ukraine and Israel, the Pentagon is reporting that defense spending in Arizona totaled $15 billion in fiscal 2022, making Arizona the 10th-biggest beneficiary of Defense Department support among states.


New software tool takes on institutionalized racism in health care

PHOENIX – Mayo Clinic Arizona will integrate and enhance Truity, TruLite Health’s health equity software program, to address and potentially eliminate health disparities in patient care.

TruLite Health announced an agreement with Mayo Clinic Arizona to use and enhance the software systems developer’s Truity software in clinical practice. The hospital will focus on feedback, workflow enhancements and evaluating features of the health equity software platform. (Photo by Jack Orleans/Cronkite News)

ASU’s Léon Marchand preps for Pac-12, NCAA championships en route to second Olympic appearance

PHOENIX – After finishing as the Pac-12 champions in the 2022-23 season, the ASU men’s swim and dive team is poised for history. Standout junior Léon Marchand is set to make his second Summer Olympic appearance, all while focusing on the present moment.

Arizona State standout swimmer Léon Marchand focuses on NCAA success as he prepares to represent France in the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. (Photo courtesy of Sun Devil Athletics)

Topps Spot: A week-long card-signing event in Scottsdale mansion draws Cactus League players

SCOTTSDALE – Tucked deep into Scottsdale, a rented house offers numerous amenities for MLB players to escape the craziness of spring training, all while they autograph cards for Topps Series packs.

Players take a break from signings to enjoy the luxurious amenities at the Topps Spot, including the "Chrome Throne" and a variety of refreshments. (Photo by Joe Eigo/Cronkite News)

Two years later, Arizona lawmakers remain divided on Ukraine support

WASHINGTON - Two years after Russia's invasion of Ukraine, members of Arizona's congressional delegation remain just as divided as ever on what role the U.S. should play in the war as it enters its third year.


Gator greats: Xavier College Prep’s ongoing sports dynasty is decades in the making

PHOENIX – Through history, tradition, family and immense talent, Xavier College Prep has established itself as the greatest dynasty in Arizona high school sports with no sign of stopping anytime soon.


As losing streak mounts, Coyotes watch Arizona native Auston Matthews thrive

TEMPE – The Arizona Coyote grapple with a season marred by adversity amid an 11-game skid entering Sunday's game against the Winnipeg Jets.

Stuck in a downward spiral, goaltender Karel Vejmelka and the Arizona Coyotes seek to snap an 11-game losing streak Sunday. (Photo by Zac BonDurant/Getty Images)