All eyes on Marvin Harrison Jr. as Arizona Cardinals kick off minicamp
TEMPE – As the Cardinals’ offseason winds down, the excitement for the arrival of rookie receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has continued to rise.
‘Voice for the voiceless’: Natasha Cloud, Phoenix Mercury use platform to raise gun safety awareness
PHOENIX — At a Moms Demand Action event in honor of National Gun Violence Awareness Day, the Mercury's Natasha Cloud and members of her team heard emotional stories from gun violence survivors, reinforcing their commitment to advocating for gun reform.
As farmers age and the number of farms shrinks, new growers struggle to get started in the agriculture industry
WASHINGTON – New farmers struggle to find affordable land and markets for their produce as they try to break into the agriculture industry. The USDA offers programs to address some of the hardships.
Just an eagle: One player’s perspective of competing in a U.S. Amateur Qualifier
SCOTTSDALE – The U.S Amateur Qualifier at Desert Highlands was one of the more difficult qualifiers in recent times. Cronkite News reporter Jack Reeves gives a firsthand account of what it’s like to compete in the intense event.
What is the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990?
The Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act empowered Indigenous people to reclaim ancestors and artifacts from American museums. The 1990 law is regarded as one of the most significant Indigenous civil rights laws of the 20th century.
Community, healing and justice: Indigenous journalists share what reporting on repatriation meant to them
PHOENIX – Three Indigenous Cronkite reporters describe how reporting on the repatriation of Native American remains deepened their appreciation for returning ancestors home.
How Cronkite News and the Howard Center reported on NAGPRA
PHOENIX – Journalists at Cronkite News and the Howard Center for Investigative Journalism reported on how Arizona public universities have complied with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act of 1990. Here’s how they did it.
Congress gave citizenship to Native Americans a century ago, but voting rights would come decades later
WASHINGTON – It’s been 100 years since Native Americans gained U.S. citizenship, but voting rights came much later. Arizona was the last state with an outright ban on voting for Native Americans.
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark outlines new-look conference’s vision in meeting with Arizona Board of Regents
PHOENIX – The Big 12 commissioner met with the Arizona Board of Regents to discuss the state of collegiate athletics. Athletic directors from Arizona State University and the University of Arizona were on hand to field questions from the board.
Fashion forward: How the ABA paved the way for NBA style, player expression
PHOENIX — The American Basketball Association's innovative spirit and emphasis on player individuality laid the foundation for the bold and expressive fashion culture seen in the NBA today.
Boosting mental health through haircuts: ClipDart recreates barbershop, salon experience for Glendale older adults
GLENDALE – ClipDart is working to boost mental health for vulnerable community members through the power of quality haircuts. The nonprofit recreates an authentic barbershop and hair salon experience by bringing skilled barbers and hair stylists to people who can’t access these kinds of services.
Senate Republicans block right-to-contraception bill backed by Sens. Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona
WASHINGTON – U.S. Sens. Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema from Arizona supported the Right to Contraception Act that fell short in the Senate on Wednesday. Democrats are using fear of rollbacks to birth control access in the 2024 campaign.