Cochise sheriff: Border crime at ‘all-time high,’ immigration reform needed
WASHINGTON - The Cochise County sheriff told a House hearing on human trafficking Wednesday that border-related crimes are at an “all-time high,” and would only get worse without comprehensive immigration reform.
As nation sees wave of ‘harmful’ legislation targeting LGBTQ community, many find solace in sports
PHOENIX – Arizona’s LGBTQ community finds sporting events like the Saguaro Cup a safe space following a wave of legislation many believe is harmful.
Nogales sees border-crossing delays as trucks flee Texas border logjam
WASHINGTON - Commercial truckers were coping with longer-than-normal delays at the Nogales border crossing Thursday, as trucks trying to escape a logjam at the Texas border headed west to Arizona instead.
After record regular season, Phoenix Suns aim to take it ‘all the way to the end’
PHOENIX – After falling short of an NBA title last season, the Phoenix Suns won a franchise-record 64 regular-season games in 2021-22, the best record in the NBA. Now they’re preparing to take a playoff run to the finish line, better known as an NBA title.
On heels of Flores’ discrimination lawsuit, ASU’s Herm Edwards, Ray Anderson push for change
PHOENIX – On the heels of news that former Arizona Cardinals coach Steve Wilks has joined a class-action racial discrimination lawsuit against the NFL and other teams, Arizona State’s Herm Edwards and Ray Anderson called for more change.
With injuries piling up, San Francisco Giants open season with a new look
SCOTTSDALE – Evan Longoria and Lamonte Wade Jr will not be available to start the season due to injuries. The San Francisco Giants will have a different look on Opening Day.
Meals on Wheels, ASU study how pets affect social isolation, loneliness among older adults
SUN CITY – Researchers at Arizona State University are partnering with Meals on Wheels America for a national study to understand the influence that pets have on social isolation and loneliness.
Despite tournament inexperience, Arizona men’s basketball brings confidence to March Madness
SAN DIEGO – The Arizona Wildcats haven’t played in an NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament since losing to Buffalo in the first round of the 2018 event. The new-look team with a new coach is excited to begin its journey in San Diego.
Kilts, weight-throwing, bagpipes, oh my! Phoenix Scottish Games land in Gilbert
GILBERT — Through athletics, food, dance and bagpipes, the Phoenix Scottish Games help give Arizonans and visitors a better understanding of Scottish culture.
13 bills that could affect transgender youth winding through Arizona Legislature
PHOENIX – LGBTQ advocates and transgender youth in Arizona continue to push back against 13 bills that been introduced in the Legislature this session. These bills, whether they are passed or not, can negatively affect transgender youth and their mental health.
Legalized sports betting could be a step toward reducing homelessness
LOS ANGELES – A sports betting initiative that could be on the November ballot for California could help alleviate the crisis of people experiencing homelessness.
NASCAR roars into Los Angeles with first Clash at the Coliseum
LOS ANGELES – NASCAR’s first Busch Light Clash at the Coliseum was popular with fans and drivers alike. The preseason exhibition race kicks off the Sprint Cup series that culminates in Phoenix in November.
