Fact-checking the Arizona Senate debate between Ruben Gallego, Kari Lake
In the only scheduled debate for Arizona’s open U.S. Senate race, Democratic Rep. Ruben Gallego sought to cast Republican Kari Lake as having extreme views. Lake said Gallego had undergone an "extreme makeover" to make his liberal views more palatable to moderate and conservative voters. Politifact fact-checks several claims the two candidates made during the debate.
Bed shortages and inadequate care leave patients with Serious Mental Illness in metro Phoenix at risk
With bed shortages across Arizona for SMI patients following the closure of St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center, other facilities like Phoenix Medical Psychiatric Hospital are left to carry the burden and advocacy groups like Arizona Mad Moms are left fighting for the mental health care their loved ones need.
Battle of the ‘Hams’: ASU braces for No. 16 Utah under Friday night lights
TEMPE – Arizona State’s second-year coach Kenny Dillingham has turned things around in Tempe and hopes to emulate many of the traits of the Sun Devils’ next opponent: Kyle Whittingham’s Utah Utes.
Arizona hockey fans face first season without NHL team since 1996 as Utah Hockey Club makes season debut
SALT LAKE CITY – The NHL’s Utah Hockey Club has now been in existence for a couple of months and is preparing to play the franchise’s first game Tuesday. The transition from being the Arizona Coyotes to Utah has been fast for people on the outside. It’s no different for players such as Clayton Keller and Barrett Hayton and the new players like John Marino and Ian Cole.
Still going Strong: 10 years after ‘Jael Mary,’ former ASU star receiver inspires next generation at AZ Compass Prep
CHANDLER – Jaelen Strong, once an ASU standout, is now inspiring the next generation of players at AZ Compass Prep 10 years after the ‘Jael Mary’
Notre Dame and Brophy football rivalry carries more respect than animosity
PHOENIX – Notre Dame Prep and Brophy meet on the football field Friday in the fifth annual playing of the Holy Bowl rivalry. But off the field, the two schools have more in common and respect between the two than disputes.
Shaughn McDonald brings valuable Big 12 insights as assistant to ASU women’s volleyball
TEMPE – Sun Devils volleyball assistant coach Shaughn McDonald's Big 12 experience has helped the team prepare ahead of ASU’s first conference matchup against the TCU Horned Frogs.
Innovation can be a challenge for museums. Here’s how 3 in Arizona are trying to bring in visitors
PHOENIX – Museums in Arizona, including the Phoenix Art Museum and the Scottsdale Museum of Contemporary Art, are employing different strategies to bring people to their businesses. Meanwhile, the new Southern Arizona Museum of Science and Technology is struggling.
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?
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.
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.
Signs of the times: Arizona State football implements coach-to-player communication system
TEMPE – In the wake of Connor Stalions’ sign-stealing scandal at Michigan, the NCAA permitted FBS schools to use coach-to-player wireless communication. Arizona State is among the programs using the technology this season.
