Unhittable: Pitching powers propel GCU softball to record season, WAC crown
PHOENIX – Grand Canyon softball is dominating during the program's WAC Championship defense, led by stellar pitching and timely hitting from players like Hailey Hudson and Kayla Rodgers.
Older adults face homelessness at high rates. Here’s how governments, organizations are responding
PHOENIX – With the help of federal funding, the Justa Center and city of Phoenix are working to help older adults experiencing homelessness, including helping people find long-term housing solutions.
The Lopes’ leap: GCU’s esports powerhouse fuels Arizona’s collegiate gaming boom
PHOENIX – With its massive on-campus esports lounge and early commitment to gaming, Grand Canyon University has cultivated a thriving 2,000-member esports community that is driving the rise of collegiate esports in Arizona.
Year of Medicaid ‘unwinding’ cuts 600,000, but renews nearly 2 million on state’s rolls
PHOENIX - One year after starting Medicaid unwinding, AHCCCS renewed Medicaid coverage for more than 2 million and disenrolled over 600,000 Arizona recipients.
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.
‘Fake electors’ indictment charges GOP leaders with felony fraud, forgery
Eleven top Arizona Republicans were among 18 people indicted on felony fraud, forgery and conspiracy charges for their part in a plan to present themselves to Congress as the state's presidential electors and throw the election to Donald Trump.
NFL tight end Mark Andrews wants to inspire others with diabetes both on and off the field
MESA – Mark Andrews, a tight end for the Baltimore Ravens, has never let his type 1 diabetes slow him down on the field or off it. He aims to inspire others with his story and his accomplishments despite his diagnosis.
Annual symposium for Arizona military members and families highlights veteran suicide prevention
PHOENIX – The Arizona Coalition for Military Families Annual Statewide Symposium, on April 17 and 18, spoke to Arizona veterans about resources available for suicide prevention and mental health care.
Navajo psychiatrist bridges gaps between Native American culture and behavioral health care
GANADO – Dr. Richard Laughter, a Navajo psychiatrist practicing in the heart of the Navajo Nation, incorporates Native American cultural practices into the behavioral health program at Sage Memorial Hospital in Ganado.
Pandemic relief funds for early childhood care set to expire June 30
PHOENIX – Quality First’s federal pandemic relief funding for early childhood care is set to expire on June 30, ending some provider services and scholarships for families. Many, including Gov. Hobbs, are requesting an increase in state funds to mitigate the impact of this expiration.
Valleywise Health opens a new medical center in Phoenix to “serve the underserved”
PHOENIX – Valleywise opens a new medical center in Phoenix to provide updated health services to Valley residents.
Sensory Friendly Job Fair paves the way for adults with autism to meet potential employers
TEMPE – The Arizona Department of Economic Security, Autism Society of Greater Phoenix and Rio Salado College put on a Sensory Friendly Job Fair on April 9 in Tempe, featuring adjusted lighting, staggered arrival times and reduced noise levels to create a calm atmosphere for job seekers with autism disabilities.
