GOP shift to more inclusive language on same-sex marriage welcomed by LGBTQ+ Republicans, could appeal to swing voters
MILWAUKEE – The new Republican Party platform replaces long-standing references to “traditional marriage” defined as being “between one man and one woman” with more inclusive language embraced by LGBTQ+ conservatives. The shift could help with outreach to moderate and independent voters.
Sporting a greener future: U.S. arenas, stadiums tackle carbon footprint to score environmental wins
PHOENIX – Sports venues are going green by pioneering sustainable design and retrofitting older stadiums with eco-friendly technologies to reduce their environmental impact.
Hockey hotbed: Arizona might have lost its NHL team, but push for the sport’s growth continues
PHOENIX – The Arizona Coyotes are relocating to Utah next season, but the team’s effect on the growth of hockey in the Grand Canyon State is evident.
Purdue’s season a success despite men’s national title loss to UConn
GLENDALE – The Purdue Boilermakers wanted nothing more than a national championship in front of a fan base that came out strong to support the team. But they walked away feeling good about the season they had.
Final Four Updates: Purdue fans, students have large presence at men’s national championship game
GLENDALE – Arizona’s early elimination from the Men’s NCAA Tournament have help make championship tickets a little more affordable. Some were going for as low as $100 Monday afternoon.
Water and power collide in proposed $100 million Colorado River deal
The Shoshone Generating Station is easy to overlook, but it's key to "one of the most interesting ... water rights on the Colorado River” - a deal to spend nearly $100 million for rights to the water that powers the facility and preserve it for western Colorado users.
Here’s how Arizona officials are preparing for expected influx of NCAA men’s Final Four visitors
GLENDALE – Gov. Katie Hobbs, accompanied by law enforcement and city officials, held a news conference to discuss security protocols for the upcoming NCAA men’s Final Four games and events, set to be held at State Farm Stadium in Glendale and in downtown Phoenix.
Phoenix evaluates downtown bike lanes on Fillmore Street
PHOENIX – The city of Phoenix Street Transportation Department is currently working on a pre-design phase for a project that would add bike lanes, or a two-way protected bikeway, on Fillmore Street from Seventh to Central avenues. That project would connect to changes made in 2022 to Fillmore Street east of Central Avenue to Seventh Street.
Arizona’s shooters turn cold as Clemson finally returns to Elite Eight in men’s NCAA Tournament
LOS ANGELES – A poor night of shooting from 3-point range contributes to Arizona’s loss to Clemson in the men’s NCAA Tournament. Meanwhile, the Tigers advance to only their second Elite Eight.
Easy, Tigers: Clemson controls tempo early, knocks off No. 2 Arizona to advance to Elite Eight
LOS ANGELES – In a game of momentum, Clemson was able to hold off Arizona 77-72 in the battle for the jungle. In a men’s NCAA Tournament meeting where Pac-12 Player of the Year Caleb Love struggled, the Tigers advanced to their first Elite Eight since 1980.
King of the Jungle: Arizona Wildcats looks to pounce on Clemson Tigers in Sweet 16 meeting
LOS ANGELES – Thursday’s Sweet 16 showdown between the Arizona Wildcats and Clemson Tigers offers a chance for the Wildcats to reach the Elite 8 for the first time in nearly a decade. Clemson displays a slow pace which Arizona has struggled with in the past.
Arizona Cardinals sign six free agents with defensive upgrade a priority
TEMPE – The Arizona Cardinals signed six free agents to their roster Thursday. For each player, the new culture and opportunities give hope for next season.
