From video coordinators to head coaches, history between Erik Spoelstra, Mike Budenholzer runs deep
PHOENIX – Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and Phoenix Suns coach Mike Budenholzer faced off for the 53rd time Wednesday at Footprint Center. The history between the two runs much deeper than basketball.
Former Arizona State baseball commit Termarr Johnson returns to Tempe with Team USA
PHOENIX – Termarr Johnson, who once committed to play baseball for Arizona State, returned to Tempe to compete against the Sun Devils with USA Baseball.
Donald Trump has promised mass deportations, but public support is mixed
WASHINGTON – President-elect Donald Trump made mass deportations a signature campaign promise. Republicans universally ran on border security but not all embraced the idea of rounding up 11 million people, and public support for that controversial policy is relatively soft.
Diamondbacks prospect Tommy Troy’s focus, trust translate to successful Fall League stint
SCOTTSDALE – Despite struggling early during his time in the Arizona Fall League, Tommy Troy has found success of late thanks to his trademark focus and trust in his process.
‘I’m heartbroken’ to ‘Nobody deserves this more’: Athletes deliver mixed reactions to Donald Trump presidential victory
PHOENIX – The 2024 election is over, and Donald Trump has been elected the 47th president of the United States. Athletes all over the country shared mixed reactions to Trump’s comeback victory.
Did the CFP disrespect the Big 12? First poll reveals little love for BYU
PHOENIX — The first College Football Playoff ranking raises questions about how the selection committee feels about the Big 12. If BYU’s No. 9 placement says anything, it doesn’t feel very good.
White Mountain Apache members participate in ‘Ride to the Polls’ movement
WHITERIVER – AZ Native Vote and some members of the White Mountain Apache Tribe in Whiteriver were led by horseback and spiritual Gaan dancers to the polling station to cast their ballots for the 2024 presidential election and make their voices heard.
Voters in Navajo Nation face polling issues on Election Day; Apache County extends voting hours
NAVAJO NATION – Navajo Nation voters have historically had difficulty voting in Apache County, and this year’s general election was no different. Despite difficulties, spirits among Navajo voters remained high as candidates touted the importance of their votes.
Kamala Harris vs. Donald Trump: 2024 Election betting markets take off in U.S.; Arizona opts out
PHOENIX – After a U.S. appeals court ruled in October that wagering is allowed on political races, including the presidential election, Kalshi – a federally-regulated financial exchange – has seen wagers rolling in on the race between Democratic U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris and Republican nominee Donald Trump.
Counting continues as incumbent U.S. Reps. Juan Ciscomani and David Schweikert seek to fend off Democrats Kirsten Engel, Amish Shah in Arizona
WASHINGTON – Freshman U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani of Tucson has pulled ahead of Democratic rival Kirsten Engel, as seven-term GOP Rep. David Schweikert held a small lead over challenger Amish Shah in two of the most competitive House races nationwide.
Arizona statewide ballot measures 2024 guide: Voters decide on 13 propositions
PHOENIX – This election, Arizona voters have been swarmed with a plethora of ballot measures, with 13 state measures on the ballot.
Trump defeats Harris, will return to White House; Arizona results still pending
Former President Donald Trump has been reelected, defeating Vice President Kamala Harris. Wisconsin put him over the top. The 45th and soon to be 47th president is the first convicted felon elected commander in chief. Grover Cleveland was the only other former president returned to office, in the election of 1892.