Athena Kehoe
Athena Kehoe(she/her/hers)
News Reporter, Phoenix

Athena Kehoe expects to graduate in May 2024 with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and mass communication. Kehoe has interned as a reporter at Arizona’s Family and PBS NewsHour West in Phoenix.

Latest from Athena Kehoe

Arizona students still unsure of financial aid for fall as Gov. Katie Hobbs announces FAFSA campaign

PHOENIX – FAFSA delays mean that students and parents are still unsure how much financial aid they will be offered for the 2024-25 school year, which may delay college decisions. Arizona universities are hoping the information will be ready by the end of April so they can relay financial aid information to students.

Adelynn Padilla, a sophomore at Arizona State University, says FAFSA delays are affecting her, leaving her unsure how much federal aid she will qualify for next year. (Photo by Athena Kehoe/Cronkite News)

‘Absolute beautiful place’: Rockin’ River Ranch State Park opens in Camp Verde

CAMP VERDE – After several setbacks, Rockin’ River Ranch State Park opened on Feb. 9 in Camp Verde. The native wildlife, hiking trails, fishing and picnic areas of the newest state park have already attracted local and international visitors.

Stables are shown at Rockin’ River Ranch on March 23, 2024, in Camp Verde. (Photo by Mariah Temprendola/Cronkite News)

Arizona Humane Society introduces dog field trips to broaden dogs’ exposure, increase adoptions

PHOENIX – Volunteers can sign up at the Arizona Humane Society to take adoptable dogs out on short field trips to help them gain more exposure to potential adopters.

Arizona Humane Society public relations and social media manager Joe Casados holds a dog up for adoption on Feb. 1, 2024. (Photo by Crystal Aguilar/Cronkite News)

Flight attendants demand better pay and working conditions during Sky Harbor Airport walkout

PHOENIX – Flight attendants at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport joined others across the country in an educational demonstration to shine a light on their struggle to make a deal with their airline employers.

Flight attendants walk out at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to advocate for better pay and working conditions on Feb. 13, 2024. (Photo by Mariah Temprendola/Cronkite News)