Horizon volleyball secures rare four-peat as 5A state champions behind Teyara Siegler’s leadership
PHOENIX – Horizon girls volleyball team won the program’s fourth consecutive 5A state title Saturday at Arizona Veterans Memorial Coliseum, with help from Teyara Siegler's performance and leadership.
‘It’s like family’: Phoenix Suns gear and connection bring joy to Kenyan superfan Hussein Siro
PHOENIX – Hussein Siro, a Kenyan local and devoted Phoenix Suns fan, connected with fellow fan and graphic designer Mike Joseph over social media. Since then, Joseph, with the help of the Suns' community, has arranged to send care packages filled with Phoenix merchandise to Siro.
Kansas City Royals top prospect Jac Caglianone makes waves in Arizona Fall League debut
PHOENIX – Jac Caglianone, the Royals’ 2024 first-round pick, has had a long year of playing baseball. From competing in fall baseball to the University of Florida’s regular season to 29 games in High Single-A, his 2024 baseball journey ends in the Valley.
Phoenix Rising FC eyes new coach, healthy roster after disappointing end to 2024 season
PHOENIX – Phoenix Rising FC's season ends after a 2-1 playoff loss to New Mexico United, prompting the team to part ways with interim coach Diego Gomez. As the club eyes 2025, it is set to bring in new head coach – reports are pointing to Pa-Modou Kah – to lead a fresh title pursuit.
From video coordinators to head coaches, history between Erik Spoelstra, Mike Budenholzer runs deep
PHOENIX – Miami Heat coach Erik Spoelstra and Phoenix Suns coach Mike Budenholzer faced off for the 53rd time Wednesday at Footprint Center. The history between the two runs much deeper than basketball.
Phoenix Suns, NBA amplify Hispanic culture in Dia de los Muertos celebration and Mexico City Game 2024
PHOENIX – Despite a small number of players of Hispanic heritage, the Phoenix Suns and other NBA teams have long had a strong following among Hispanic fans. Now the team and league are reaching out to those fans through theme nights that reflect Hispanic culture.
‘Toss the Tusk’ educates Phoenix Zoo guests on illegal ivory trading, allows ivory surrender
PHOENIX – An event aimed at educating the public on poaching and how to combat the illegal ivory trade, came to the Phoenix Zoo for the first time. Guests were encouraged to surrender ivory, which will be used for research and education.
Maricopa County combats heat with its heat-relief network; Phoenix reports serving 35,000
PHOENIX – Maricopa County opens several heat-relief centers every summer. These centers are vital to the community when the weather outside reaches unbearable temperatures; centers in Phoenix served more than 35,000 this summer.
Bed shortages and inadequate care leave patients with Serious Mental Illness in metro Phoenix at risk
With bed shortages across Arizona for SMI patients following the closure of St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center, other facilities like Phoenix Medical Psychiatric Hospital are left to carry the burden and advocacy groups like Arizona Mad Moms are left fighting for the mental health care their loved ones need.
Urban planner to vice mayor: Phoenix Vice Mayor Debra Stark aims for District 3 reelection
Phoenix Vice Mayor Debra Stark is seeking City Council reelection. She aims to tackle road safety and infrastructure while building community.
Ann O’Brien runs unopposed for Phoenix City Council District 1
Ann O’Brien is running for her second term as Phoenix District 1 councilwoman. O’Brien’s issues of focus include economic development, safe neighborhoods and addressing homelessness. She addresses police support and her community.
1 year after Hamas attack, antisemitism remains problem on college campuses
TEMPE – As the Anti-Defamation League says antisemitism is increasing in the United States, some college students report feeling less safe, especially amid rising tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
