Arizona’s 15-week abortion ban: What it means for pregnant women and how it compares to other states
WASHINGTON — Arizona bans abortion at 15 weeks. That’s later than some states and earlier than others. See how the regulations compare and what is happening during pregnancy at each stage.
T visa rule changes could help survivors of human trafficking seeking immigration status
PHOENIX – A new U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services T visa rule change implemented in August could provide opportunities for victims and survivors of human trafficking. However, it may also complicate the process, according to legal experts, attorneys and advocates.
‘Be yourself’: Quarterback Sam Leavitt proves experience isn’t everything in strong ASU debut against Wyoming
TEMPE – Arizona State redshirt freshman quarterback Sam Leavitt showed promise in the team’s season-opening victory over the University of Wyoming. The quarterback, 19, heeded the advice of coach Kenny Dillingham and executed the game plan in near-perfect fashion, ultimately winning the game 48-7, showing poise throughout.
In centrist shift, Democrats tweak platform, deploy anti-Donald Trump Republicans to help Kamala Harris broaden appeal
CHICAGO – In a bid to attract disaffected Republicans, Democrats have pulled back from some progressive policies and showcased anti-Donald Trump Republicans, including Mesa Mayor John Giles, at their national convention.
Arizona Democrats bar press from convention events, defying norms and keeping cabinet members and governors off camera
CHICAGO – At the Democratic National Convention, Arizona delegates heard from cabinet secretaries, governors and other VIPs behind closed doors, with a no-media policy that defies tradition and norms in both parties. Arizona Republicans were likewise media-averse this year.
Japan captures first breaking gold as new Olympic sport bring street culture to the world stage
PARIS - Team USA Breaking will make its Olympic debut in Paris. Dancers hope to inspire youth movement in the sport, even if it won’t return in Los Angeles.
Mercury forward Rebecca Allen’s past trials offer hope after Olympics injury
PHOENIX – Australia continues its Olympics journey without star Rebecca Allen due to a hamstring injury. Despite the setback, past trials provide hope that the Phoenix Mercury forward will bounce back stronger.
Rain can’t dampen mood as fans celebrate inclusive vibe of Paris Olympics’ opening ceremony
PARIS – The skies opened up, dumping rain on the Paris Olympics opening ceremony. The weather did little to dampen the celebratory mood as thousands of fans filled parks for watch parties around the city.
Speech, book signing, more: Kari Lake prominent at RNC after modeling campaign after Donald Trump
MILWAUKEE – Kari Lake was a prominent figure at the Republican National Convention with a prime-time speech as well as a book signing.
Proposed federal commission would investigate abuses at Native American boarding schools that operated until the 1970s
WASHINGTON – A move is underway in Congress to create a commission to expose abuses at Native American boarding schools.
Mark Kelly VP: What would Arizona senator, in office just four years, bring to the Kamala Harris ticket if she taps him for vice president?
WASHINGTON – Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly is somewhat more centrist than other candidates being vetted as a potential running mate by Vice President Kamala Harris. But his relative inexperience and stances on unions, guns and Israel could hold him back in the veepstakes.
Gov. Katie Hobbs, other Arizona Democrats rally behind Kamala Harris for presidential nomination after Joe Biden bows out
WASHINGTON – Arizona Democratic delegates have embraced Vice President Kamala Harris as the party’s new presidential nominee since President Joe Biden’s exit from the race. Gov. Katie Hobbs threw her support to Harris on Monday. Every Arizona Democrat in Congress backs Harris, as do most state party leaders.
