Arizona enshrines abortion rights, ends 15-week ban as Proposition 139 sails to approval
Arizona voters have enshrined abortion rights in the state constitution, approving Proposition 139 by a decisive margin of nearly 2-1. Passage means Arizona will protect a woman’s right to terminate pregnancy through fetal viability – roughly nine weeks beyond the state’s current 15-week ban.
Donald Trump focuses on immigration at Tempe campaign rally just 12 days before election
TEMPE – Former President Donald Trump rallied with supporters and speakers at Mullett Arena in Tempe ahead of November’s presidential election.
Navigating new heights: Former top Arizona basketball prospects conquer mental, physical demands at next level
PHOENIX – Former top Arizona high school basketball recruits Shay Ijiwoye, Trayanna Crisp and Mia Davis share how the mental side is essential for navigating the transition to college basketball.
‘Our football is basketball’: GCU fans rally behind men’s and women’s teams at Midnight Madness
PHOENIX – Students at GCU camped out and lined up days ahead of Midnight Madness, the Lopes unofficial tip-off to basketball season. Once inside, the Lopes proved their love for the sport and their team with never-ending energy and cheers.
Final chapter: Teams set, storylines aplenty at NCAA Men’s Final Four
PHOENIX – Final Four week has arrived in the Valley, as UConn, Purdue, NC State, and Alabama fans descend upon Phoenix to watch their teams on college basketball’s biggest stage.
‘This is who we are’: GCU men’s and women’s basketball hope to emerge as national threats in pivotal season
PHOENIX – GCU men’s and women’s basketball have had quick journeys to national prominence. Now they hope to use their recent momentum to reach new heights in their respective 2023-24 seasons.
‘Finish the job’: Colangelo, Womack, Johnson reflect on Diamondbacks’ World Series runs
PHOENIX – Jerry Colangelo, Tony Womack, Randy Johnson discuss the magic of the 2001 Diamondbacks team and reflect on the 2023 squad.
March Toughness? Wildcats aim at final Pac-12 title, deep NCAA tournament run in Tommy Lloyd’s third season
LAS VEGAS – Toughened by a crushing NCAA Tournament loss, Arizona’s men's basketball team is aiming to defend its Pac-12 Tournament championship and make a deep NCAA Tournament run.
Phoenix Union school district considers return of school resource officers on campuses to address school safety
PHOENIX – The Phoenix Union High School District is considering bringing back school resource officers on campus after dropping its contract with the Phoenix Police Department nearly three years ago. The move brings great debate among students, faculty and parents.
Essential but ignored: How day care powered the pandemic workforce
The pandemic exposed how vulnerable and essential child care providers are in America. The median hourly wage is $10.31, and most workers receive no benefits, but they play a crucial role in getting people back to work.
Election updates: Voters defy COVID, misgivings to make their voices heard
Millions of Arizona residents have already voted in this swing state but people are showing up in person at polls around Arizona to vote for President Trump or Joe Biden for president, for or against Proposition 207 to legalize recreational marijuana and Prop 208 to fund education.
‘I have 100 percent trust’: Nico Mannion remains confident in commitment to Arizona
PHOENIX – Even after coaching changes, top Arizona basketball recruit Mannion reaffirms his commitment to Sean Miller, Arizona.
