A Chandler Christmas: one of the city’s oldest traditions returns
(12/11/23 3:00pm)
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Arizona Coyotes Find Their Stride With Connor Ingram in Net
(12/07/23 3:08pm)
The Arizona Coyotes are off to a 13-9-2 start in the early part of December of the NHL regular season. Arizona recently defeated the past five Stanley Cup Champions consequently in their past five games; all with goalie Connor Ingram in net. The ‘Yotes took down the Vegas Golden Knights (2023 champs), Tampa Bay Lightning (2021-22 champs), St. Louis Blues (2019 champs), and the Washington Capitals (2018 champs). Despite winning all these games without centers Barret Hayton and Jack McBain due to injury, Ingram has earned the starting role in between the pipes for head coach Andrei Tourney’s squad.
NBA 2023-24 Quarter season storylines
(12/07/23 3:06pm)
There Isn’t a team name in the association that matches better than the Indiana Pacers. Their games are more akin to an Indy 500 race than an actual basketball game: all gas, no breaks. Their offense is firing on all cylinders, ranking number one in points, pace, assists, field goal percentage, and offensive rating. Led by burgeoning superstar Tyreese Haliburton, this Pacers team is on pace to be the highest-scoring offense in NBA history. The offense is juxtaposed by their lackluster defense, ranking dead last in opponent points per game and second worst in opponent field goal percentage, while being 3rd from the bottom in defensive rating. The blistering offense has carried them to the 6th seed, but Indiana will have to tighten up their defense if they want to make a real playoff run in the east. A remedy can be to start playing rookie Jaurice Walker. A defensive stud at Houston, Walker would bolster the defense in the frontcourt and even be a versatile small-ball five. But with Rick Carlisle’s notorious lack of trust in rookies, the Pacers may need to find help elsewhere.
Legitimate Super Bowl Contenders
(12/07/23 3:03pm)
As we enter Week 13 of the 2023 NFL season, we continue to piece together a picture of the final playoff standings, as well as the possible matchups that we’ll see in Super Bowl 58. Over the last few weeks, some teams have regressed, others have excelled, and a select few continue to consistently dominate to secure their position among the best in the league.
The journey of Mohammad Tahir Bakhshi and his Glendale business, Rozi Food Market
(12/05/23 8:40pm)
In a region known for its rich cultural heritage and the vibrant hues of its landscapes, Rozi Food Market, an Afghan store in phoenix Arizona located in Glendale embarked on a path less traveled, one that led him to the bountiful world of wholesale. What began as a humble venture rooted in his familial orchards soon blossomed into a thriving business that celebrates the natural abundance of Afghanistan.
'It was nothing like what it is now': Phoenix residents business, owners reflect on downtown's growth
(12/06/23 11:00pm)
Tom O'Connell remembers downtown Phoenix in the 1990s when it was seemingly deserted. There were few people perusing the streets, nearly no high-rise buildings and no grocery store. O’Connell characterizes it in one word: “empty.”
The Office of the President at ASU support program helped 61 Afghan women with financial support
(12/04/23 11:03pm)
Over two years ago, the Taliban overthrew the government of Afghanistan, and since then nearly two million Afghans have fled Afghanistan, most to nearby countries. But more than 90 thousand immigrants have come to the United States. Among them are 148 women from the Asian University for Women who fled Afghanistan but are not able to go back to Bangladesh, and among them are 61 women now studying at Arizona State University. The Office of the President at ASU created a support program for Afghan women in 2021, which helped 61 Afghan students with financial support.
Dolly Parton is a “Rockstar”?
(12/04/23 10:39pm)
Dolly Parton is ready to rock! Dolly’s 49th studio album “Rockstar,” released on Nov. 17, is completely different from any other album in her traditional country and bluegrass discography. With a 30 song tracklist and more than 40 featured artists, she is diving deep into the world of rock and roll and bringing all of her famous friends with her.
Wang’s Vintage is operated and ran by the three Vizzerra brothers
(12/04/23 10:33pm)
Wang’s Vintage, the popular vintage clothing shop in Midtown Phoenix has been open for almost four years. The shop is run by three brothers.
'Joy can be just as important as anything': This Arizona organization is feeding people in need
(12/04/23 2:10am)
For 30 years of his life, Tempe resident Milenko, who chose not to share his last name, has been either homeless or living in prison. Now he sleeps across various Tempe parks, staying as long as he can until he receives a trespassing citation from a police officer and is de facto forced to move to a new location.
'These children that need our help': Arizona School of the Deaf and the Blind parents share concerns after shutdown
(12/04/23 1:03am)
Arizona School of the Deaf and the Blind has been granted a four-year reprieve from a shutdown weeks after state legislators stalled a bill to keep the 111-year-old school from operating. Parents, students and staff who utilized the school had expressed concerns about its closure.
'They are attractive projects': Tempe Mayor Corey Woods applauds city's affordable housing initiatives
(12/05/23 8:00pm)
In January 2021, the Hometown for All initiative was unanimously approved by the city council. The plan was drafted in response to a 2018 study that revealed the need for approximately 11,000 additional affordable units by 2040 to match current demand and population growth.
Recent Senate Bill passes, allowing schools to act as polling places
(12/04/23 8:00pm)
Senate Bill 1140, sponsored by Arizona Senator Jake Hoffman, was given a “do pass” recommendation by the House Municipal Oversight and Elections Committee in March 2023. The bill would allow public schools to act as polling places.
Phoenix is one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation. How does it plan to handle population growth, pollution?
(12/05/23 3:00pm)
The city of Phoenix has become one of the fastest-growing cities in the nation with a 1.9% growth rate, according to the Maricopa Association of Governments. The city’s growth shows no signs of slowing.
Tempe communities and kitchens partner to take the table back to the farm through new composting program
(12/03/23 3:00pm)
According to Feeding America, 40% of edible food is thrown out in the United States. Local First Arizona, a nonprofit organization that focuses on connecting locally-owned businesses to the community, launched the Tempe Compost Program earlier this year to help combat high rates of food waste.
'She was the best catcher in the history of Arizona Softball': The story of athlete Dot Wilkinson
(12/06/23 8:00pm)
Dot Wilkinson, the catcher for the Phoenix Rambler’s softball team, waited for the play to begin.
There are over 110,000 students at ASU. How do they all cohabitate?
(12/04/23 7:00am)
With over 110,000 undergraduate students, the Arizona State University “student body” is composed of people from all backgrounds and cultures. So how do all these young adults live together despite their differences?
Providing an unforgettable experience: These 4 ASU students started their own party event planning company
(12/01/23 11:54pm)
In 2022, a group of four students at Arizona State University founded "Muv," (known now as "Bounce Life ASU") a party event planning company. It would not only bring artists like Sean Kingston and DJs like Chris Lorenzo to Tempe but also could redefine how college students experience entertainment through party-planning services, featuring curated artistic experiences.
Breaking: Sandra Day O’Connor, whom ASU’s law school is named after, dead at 93
(12/01/23 4:36pm)
Sandra Day O’Connor, whom Arizona State University’s law school is named after, died in Phoenix Friday morning. She was 93.
One-third of Arizona’s workforce is Latino, yet only 8% of businesses are Latino-owned. Here's why
(12/25/23 3:00pm)
Though 34% of Arizona’s workforce is composed of Latino people, few serve as business owners and employers.