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‘Deeply repentant’ Vallejo gets 3 years for his role in Jan. 6 attack

WASHINGTON - An apparently contrite Edward Vallejo was sentenced Thursday to three years in prison and three years of supervised release, a fraction of the sentence prosecutors sought for his role in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol.


Prosecutors seek 17-year sentence for Arizona defendant in Jan. 6 attack

WASHINGTON - Prosecutors are seeking a 17-year sentence for Arizona resident Edward Vallejo, one of nine members of the Oath Keepers convicted of seditious conspiracy in the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. It follows an emotional day of testimony by police injured in the riot.


NASCAR’s Next Gen era raises questions of credibility, transparency and the future following Phoenix Raceway fallout

PHOENIX – After NASCAR penalized six different teams after the Phoenix race, the appeals sent shockwaves through the sport, leaving some to call out NASCAR’s inconsistencies in punishment and wonder how the sport will evolve.

In the second year of the NextGen car, NASCAR has dealt with a fair share of controversy during the 2023 Cup Series season. The fallout from Phoenix Raceway's race in March led to one of the largest combined team penalties in the sport’s history. (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images)

From BYU to ASU: Will Chandler quarterback Jacob Conover’s return to Valley change career trajectory?

TEMPE – As a three-time state champion at Chandler High School, Jacob Conover’s high school career is among the most impressive in state history. Yet, his high school success hasn’t quite translated to the college level. Now, Conover has transferred to Arizona State where he hopes to recapture that promise of success.

Former Chandler High School quarterback Jacob Conover hopes his decision to transfer from BYU to Arizona will prove fruitful. (Photo by Chris Gardner/Getty Images)

ASU spring game gives fans first glimpse at Kenny Dillingham, new-look roster

TEMPE – Arizona State played its annual spring game and gave fans a sneak peak at what Sun Devil football will look like under new coach Kenny Dillingham. The game demonstrated his pledge to activate the Sun Devil fan base to bring back the winning ways of Arizona State football.


ASU football pro day inspires unity one last time in final showcase for NFL scouts

TEMPE – Despite a tough season, the 2022 Sun Devil team became a family through the adversity it faced. ASU’s pro day Monday offered one last day together as a team, this time in front of NFL scouts.

Arizona State defensive lineman Travez Moore credits Joe Connolly for training him and his teammates to impress NFL scouts during pro day. (Photo by Grace Edwards/Cronkite News)

NASCAR levies severe penalties to Hendrick Motorsports, Justin Haley and Denny Hamlin for Phoenix incidents

AVONDALE – For Hendrick Motorsports and Justin Haley, NASCAR issued a historic punishment for illegal modifications made before Sunday’s race at Phoenix Raceway. Denny Hamlin also received penalties for intentionally trying to wreck Ross Chastain during the race.

Kyle Larson is one of four drivers who will receive a 100-point deduction as part of NASCAR's historic ruling on Wednesday. (Photo by Grace Edwards/Cronkite News)

25 years later: Behind Bryce Drew’s 1998 buzzer beater were the unknowns of March Madness, which lend hope to GCU

PHOENIX — Though far removed from the feeling of taking a low-enrollment Lutheran university to its first Sweet 16 appearance and only one since, Bryce Drew is now the coach for a Grand Canyon program that’s approaching its second NCAA Tournament in his third season. And the situation seems even more similar since GCU is No. 14 and as much or more of an underdog against No. 3 Gonzaga than Valpo was on March 13, 1998, when the efforts of Drew and his father, Homer, combined with many others to culminate in an improbable memory made plausible.

Homer Drew, right, coached his son Bryce at Valparaiso. He said the play involving Bryce’s famous buzzer beater shot in the 1998 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament was never executed that well in practice. (Photo by Stephen Dunn/Getty Images)

Under Kenny Dillingham’s direction, ASU football starts spring practice upbeat

TEMPE – New ASU football coach Kenny Dillingham roamed the field on the first day of spring practice with a microphone in his hand as he directed the Sun Devils through Day 1 drills to officially kick off spring football. His energy was contagious.

ASU football coach Kenny Dillingham set the expectations for the Sun Devils program in the team's first spring practice. (Photo by Reece Andrews/Cronkite News)

William Byron snatches victory amid late-race chaos at Phoenix Raceway

AVONDALE – William Byron’s teammate Kyle Larson led 201 laps of Sunday’s race at Phoenix Raceway. However, a late race caution opened the door just wide enough for Byron to squeeze his way to victory.

William Byron is on a roll after earning his second consecutive win Sunday at NASCAR’s United Rentals 500 Cup Series at Phoenix Raceway. (Photo by Grace Edwards/Cronkite News)

Turf Paradise agrees to pay $150,000 in fees after concerns raised about track conditions

PHOENIX – In response to concerns raised by the newly formed Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority, Turf Paradise has agreed to pay over $150,000 in fees to insure its track meets updated standards.

Turf Paradise has agreed to pay more than $150,000 in assessed fees after concerns about the track were raised by the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority. (Photo by Grace Edwards/Cronkite News)

A dynasty is born: Kansas City Chiefs enter rare air with Super Bowl 57 win

GLENDALE – The Kansas City Chiefs defeated the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 57 to become the NFL’s newest dynasty. Historical parallels between the Patriots’ dynasty of old and the Chiefs of today are more apparent after Sunday's comeback win over Philadelphia at State Farm Stadium.

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes fought his way through a high ankle sprain to capture his second Super Bowl MVP award in Sunday's 38-35 victory over the Philadelphia Eagles. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)