Veterans cemeteries go virtual for Memorial Day services this year
PHOENIX - Veterans' cemeteries will still be open for visits, but in a bow to COVID-19 health concerns, the Arizona Department of Veterans’ Services will be going online with the annual Memorial Day ceremony and related events at the state's three military cemeteries.
Mental well-being is a priority for NHL and Coyotes as season remains on hold
PHOENIX – The Arizona Coyotes went from physically preparing for a playoff push to mentally preparing for a canceled season. It hasn’t been easy.
53 seasons ago, nickname of Phoenix’s new NBA franchise was revealed
PHOENIX – When Phoenix was awarded an NBA franchise, team executives wanted to make sure they gave it a proper nickname. Fifty-three years ago, the name was announced.
‘I know you didn’t want to be a hero’: 16 years ago, nation stunned by death of Pat Tillman
TEMPE – Pat Tillman’s death while serving in Afghanistan was a crushing blow to the Arizona community and those around the nation. The former Arizona State and Cardinals defensive standout was killed on this day in 2004.
Game 4 of 1976 Western Conference semifinals proved to be turning point in Suns history
PHOENIX – Westphal, Erickson help lead the Suns over the Supersonics and to new heights 44 years ago.
Fifteen years ago, ASU found unique way to honor Tillman: Pat’s Run
TEMPE – On April 16, 2005, friends and family of the late Pat Tillman honored him with the first edition of Pat’s Run in Tempe. It has grown into the largest timed running event in Arizona.
Turmoil to success: Coyotes wrapped 2010 with 107 points, their best regular season to date
PHOENIX – The Coyotes’ 107-point season in 2010 turned out to be their best regular season to date.
Urban farm provides homeless shelter residents with good food and opportunities
LOS ANGELES – An urban farm in Los Angeles provides food, therapy and paid job training for residents of a homeless shelter across the street. Called Grow Good, this nonprofit organization offers an innovative solution to homelessness, helping the city’s underserved individuals gain their independence once again.
19 years ago, Bob Brenly made Diamondbacks debut, showed what rookie manager could do
PHOENIX – After major league catcher Bob Brenly retired from playing, he bounced between coaching and broadcasting before moving from the Diamondbacks broadcast booth to manage the team.
Senate approves historic $2 trillion economic stimulus package
WASHINGTON - The Senate gave unanimous approval late Wednesday to a historic $2 trillion economic stimulus package that calls for direct payments to taxpayers and hundreds of billions in relief for small businesses and targeted industries, like airlines.
Ballot zombies: Early voters’ choices made moot by Democratic shakeup
WASHINGTON - When voters go to the polls Tuesday, they will be handed a ballot listing 18 Democrats who were running for president - 12 of whom have pulled out of the race since the ballots were printed in December. Voters next week know that; early voters did not.
Arizonan Bryce Duke debuts for MLS club in LA at age 19
LOS ANGELES - Bryce Duke is an Arizona native and was just picked up by a Major League Soccer team, Los Angeles Football Club. He was 18 years old when he was picked up.
