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Is this it? Diana Taurasi’s potential last Phoenix Mercury home game an emotional affair

PHOENIX – Diana Taurasi’s potential farewell game with the Phoenix Mercury turned into an emotional tribute, as fans and teammates honored her 20-year WNBA legacy.

Although it may have been Diana Taurasi’s final home game she was still in high spirits following the Mercury’s final regular season home game. (Photo by Spencer Barnes/Cronkite News)

Hispanos tienen alta probabilidad de padecer Alzheimer

PHOENIX – La enfermedad de Alzheimer afecta la población hispana de Arizona. Esta crisis sanitaria pone de manifiesto la urgente necesidad de estudios y soluciones adaptados a la cultura latina.


Friendship, fierce competition drive ASU men’s golfers Josele Ballester and Preston Summerhays in NCAA title chase

PHOENIX – Arizona State University men’s golfers Josele Ballester and Preston Summerhays, top world amateur golfers and roommates, leverage their unique backgrounds and close bond to drive their ambitions toward an NCAA championship.

Preston Summerhays mid swing on a golf course

More migrants are coming from outside the Americas but Donald Trump’s claims of ‘military invasion’ by China are unfounded

WASHINGTON – Former President Donald Trump and others have claimed the Southwest border has become a route for China and other adversaries to infiltrate the U.S. with an “army” of fighters. It’s true that more migrants are coming from beyond the Americas, but there’s no evidence of their claims.


Cruz Roja Americana lanza iniciativa para resaltar importancia de donar sangre

PHOENIX — Funcionarios de Arizona y la Cruz Roja Americana lanzan una iniciativa llamada “Los Donantes” cuyo fin es resaltar la importancia de donar sangre durante el Mes de la Herencia Hispana.


Championship fever? Basha Bears charging toward football state title under coach Chris McDonald

CHANDLER – It’s state championship or bust for the Basha Bears, who are off to another hot start after last year's heartbreaking state semifinal loss.

Close up photo of Coach Chris McDonald looking ahead

Diana Taurasi ponders future, Sophie Cunningham signs extension as Phoenix Mercury brace for WNBA playoffs

PHOENIX – With the 2024 WNBA Playoffs about to start, the Phoenix Mercury have signed guard Sophie Cunningham for another year, but will the postseason also be a retirement party for the legendary Diana Taurasi?

Diana Taurasi and Sophie Cunningham seated at a press conference table with microphones, in front of a backdrop featuring repeated logos and the word "Footprint."

The rise of Guardian Caps: Protecting players, reducing concussions but facing pushback

PHOENIX – Guardian Caps have shown promise in decreasing head injuries but face mixed reactions from players, coaches and experts regarding its effectiveness.

ASU star Cam Skattebo wearing Guardian Cap

Faith, family and football: Brophy College Prep star Cree Thomas proves he’s more than stats

PHOENIX – Following in the footsteps of former teammate Ben Morrison, cornerback Cree Thomas is heading from Brophy College Prep to Notre Dame for football. But his character and faith-based lifestyle speak louder than his play.

Brophy College Prep defensive back Cree Thomas moving on the football field.

Maricopa County election official rejects Trump claim that glitch involving 98,000 Arizona voters means someone is ‘trying to rig the election’

WASHINGTON – A glitch in Arizona’s voter registration system has left about 98,000 people on the rolls who haven’t proven citizenship, prompting an allegation of vote rigging from former President Trump. The Arizona secretary of state and Maricopa County recorder reject the fearmongering as they ask the Arizona Supreme Court to decide how to move forward.


Another magic moment? Phoenix Rising FC looks to replicate 2023 championship run

PHOENIX – Rising have had an up-and-down season, but the numbers eerily replicate last year. With just eight games left in the regular season, Phoenix Rising looks to defend its USL title.

Phoenix Rising FC players and coaches huddled on the field with a stadium full of spectators in the background.

Spark the Spectrum empowers Arizona voters with disabilities after court ruling expands accessibility

PHOENIX – A Spark the Spectrum workshop, co-hosted by First Place AZ and the Foundation for Blind Children, aimed to empower voters with disabilities with knowledge for the November election. It is part of the ongoing Vote the Spectrum campaign, dedicated to helping those with autism and intellectual or developmental disabilities navigate the voting process.

Desise Resnik speaking at a podium with large text on the wall behind her reading "Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust Adaptive Gymnasium."