FYI: Halloween by the numbers
Editor's note: FYI is an ongoing series of multimedia storytelling that explain various issues and topics that impact the Valley. Halloween is just around the corner and Americans are busting out their scary decorations and jack-o-lanterns. But how much does it all cost? National Retail Federation and U.S. Census data have some answers. This graphic displays Halloween facts about money, activities and the industry. And be sure to take the quiz at the end of the graphic to test your knowledge on Halloween business.
As more pregnant women use heroin, meth, other drugs, more babies suffer the consequences
Nathan Lepp, a neonatologist who works with ill and premature infants, leans over a white crib to check a monitor that hangs above on the wall of the neonatal unit at Maricopa Integrated Health Systems. The white crib is empty, but a tiny knit purple hat rests on the soft sheets along with a horseshoe shaped pillow.
Study: 7 in 10 Americans believe in solid evidence of global warming
Severe drought affecting many parts of the nation is convincing skeptics of global warming to reconsider their position on the matter.
Along proposed commuter rail line, leaders see growth
A lot would have to happen before a commuter rail line passes through Queen Creek, but Mayor Gail Barney sees great potential in the idea.
Phoenix continues cleanup after major storm
Phoenix, and especially the zoo, are cleaning up after a massive storm that hit the city last week.
