From a raft in the Canyon, the West’s shifting water problems are evident
In 1990, the big problem for the Colorado River was managing too much water. Now, it's adjusting to too little, a problem likely to get worse as drought and climate change pose a profound challenge for the river that provides water for more than 40 million people.
Even in COVID-19 climate, job security an issue for coaches, including Arizona’s Sumlin
PHOENIX – Kevin Sumlin’s time in Arizona could be running out. The third-year coach’s seat is growing hotter by the minute, riding a 10-game skid into a showdown with Colorado.
Ballot count complete, but Republicans press ahead with challenges
WASHINGTON - Arizona elections officials finished counting the last of more than 3.4 million ballots over the weekend and are vowing to certify the results in the next two weeks, despite ongoing challenges from state Republicans.
Vote counting anxiety rises as Trump-Biden race tightens in Arizona
PHOENIX – Arizona draws national attention, Trump supports protest the election process and “Sharpie-gate” rumors add to unfounded tensions as the vote count continues in Arizona. Some media outlets have called the state for Joe Biden, but election officials caution that some 200,000 ballots still need to be counted in Maricopa County alone.
Making ‘dreams come true’: New technology puts players in command of recruitment process
TEMPE - A downloadable app looks to provide players, parents and coaches with the tools needed to boost opportunities to compete at the next level.
In era of COVID-19, virtual reality could change how world plays, consumes sports
PHOENIX – Virtual reality could provide fans and spectators with experiences previously thought only possible at in-person events.
From club fitting to Phoenix Open qualifier: Alex Smalley takes fruitful trip to Valley
SCOTTSDALE – Alex Smalley, 23, earned a spot in the Waste Management Phoenix Open after a strong performance in the Monday qualifier.
NCAA ‘football factory’ is based on brotherhood
BELLFLOWER, Calif. – St. John Bosco football head coach Jason Negro has turned the California program into a national powerhouse, where NCAA talent is produced consistently.
Leftover pumpkins feed hungry animals instead of landfills
PHOENIX – Every year after Halloween, pumpkins get thrown in the trash, but MacDonald's Ranch finds better uses for leftovers from their pumpkin patch.
Border fencing in Yuma County debated as migrant families continue to arrive
YUMA – Residents and workers in Yuma County questions the effectiveness of more border fencing in combating illegal immigration.
Reports show Senate race on track to be among state’s costliest
WASHINGTON - The race to replace Sen. Jeff Flake, R-Arizona, could be one of the most expensive Senate races in state history, with the two leading candidates raising a total of $28.6 million through September and outside groups spending another $33 million on the race already.
