Phoenix is No. 1 in consumer transportation spending among all U.S. metros
PHOENIX – According to Consumer Expenditure Reports released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Phoenix spends more on transportation than any other metro area, particularly when it comes to car purchases.
Serving some discipline: Ironwood’s guide to building elite badminton program
PEORIA – When given the task of building the girls badminton program, Ironwood High School coach Brett Stafford had to do so from the ground up. His commitment to his program has shown through in its success and growth over the past decade.
Phoenix Rising fans rely on watch parties to show support when team is away from home
PHOENIX - Phoenix Rising FC has found a way to keep its fans engaged when the team is on the road. Watch parties are held at a variety of restaurants and bars.
Hobbs pushes for federal voting legislation to protect workers, voters
WASHINGTON - Arizona Secretary of State Katie Hobbs joined other election officials with tales of harassment, death threats and attacks on election integrity since the 2020 election, and urged passage of federal legislation to protect future elections.
Sweet spot: Nona Lee’s role with Diamondbacks leads to more diversity, inclusion
PHOENIX – Nona Lee, an executive vice president and chief legal officer for the Arizona Diamondbacks, focuses much of her time on diversity and inclusion within the organization while helping women, minority and LGBTQ+ groups in the Valley.
Arizona counties grapple with equitable distribution of COVID vaccines
PHOENIX – Some Arizona counties continue to grapple with how to administer COVID-19 vaccines equitably, even as vaccination rates still lag among some people of color and in rural communities.
Interactive video: Explore the Arizona State Fair food, rides, animals and more
Explore and learn about the Arizona State Fair through the lens of state fair vendors, workers and fairgoers in this interactive video experience.
Latina moms, environmental advocates fight air pollution with electric school bus
In one west Phoenix neighborhood, Latina moms came together to combat the issue of unhealthy air by targeting school buses.
Border apprehensions hit all-time high of 1.7 million in fiscal 2021
WASHINGTON - Apprehensions at the southern border hit 1.7 million in fiscal 2021, the highest in more than 60 years. Apprehensions at the Arizona border were also up sharply.
‘The ultimate umpire’: Former Attorney General Grant Woods remembered
WASHINGTON – Former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods was remembered Monday as an "incredibly active public servant" whose sudden death over the weekend had the potential to deal "a pretty big blow" to moderates in the state.
Former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods embraced sports almost as much as public service
PHOENIX – Former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods will be remembered for his presence in the political field, but will also be remembered for his love of sports, along with his outspoken takes about his teams.
From Hawaii to Bogota to FanDuel, former pro player on unique journey
PHOENIX – Parker Farris is studying to get his master’s degree in sports law and business after a unique pro career. Now he is seeing sports from a new perspective, one that involves sports gambling.
