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Triple digits temps, low storm chances expected in Phoenix area
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — High temperatures in the Valley today will reach around 105, which is near normal for this time of year. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop in the mountains, especially in eastern and southeastern Arizona. Parts of the mountains will be breezy, with possible gusts between 20 and 30 mph.
Election deniers in key states are newly empowered in 2024
Local election officials in key swing states are taking on new power heading into 2024, worrying some legal observers who expect attempts to slow down the certification process in favor of GOP candidates. In the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election, which former President Trump baselessly claimed was rigged against him, local election offices, which…
Expectations for Arizona's San Jose State transfers
Tight end Sam Olson, quarterback Anthony Garcia, offensive tackle Ryan Stewart, edge rusher Tre Smith and running back Quali Conley all transferred to Arizona from San Jose State following their head coach Brent Brennan. The Spartans to Wildcats will have different varying levels of contribution in 2024. Olson, Keyan Burnett...
Judge blocks lithium drilling Arizona tribe says threatens sacred lands
A federal judge has temporarily blocked exploratory drilling for a lithium project in Arizona that tribal leaders say will harm land they have used for religious and cultural ceremonies for centuries. Lawyers for the national environmental group Earthjustice and Colorado-based Western Mining Action Project are suing federal land managers on behalf of the Hualapai Tribe. They accuse the U.S. Bureau of Land Management of illegally approving drilling planned by an Australian mining company in the Big Sandy River Basin in northwestern Arizona, about halfway between Phoenix and Las Vegas. The case is among the latest legal fights to pit...
Simulating Arizona’s season in EA Sports College Football 25
Just over a month ago, the college football world was given a gift from EA Sports. For the first time in 11 years, they released the newest college football video game. EA College Football 25 is updated for where the college football world is now. The game includes conference realignment,...
Week 1 Frog & Firkin Football Scoreboard
4A Seton Catholic at 5A Ironwood Ridge, 6 p.m. 4A Combs at 4A Catalina Foothills, 7 p.m. 4A Sierra Linda at 4A Empire, 7 p.m. 2A Tombstone at 2A Heritage Academy, 7 p.m. 6A Salpointe at 5A Marana, 7 p.m. 6A Desert Vista at 5A Cienega, 7 p.m. 5A Tucson...
Lute Olson Fantasy Camp: Sean Elliott and Kenny Lofton highlight opening night
The 2024 Lute Olson Fantasy Camp held an opening social Thursday night featuring former Wildcats Sean Elliott, Kenny Lofton, Joe Turner, Pete Williams, Harvey Mason, Matt Muehlebach, Donnell Harris, Bennett Davison and Andy Brown. Former basketball and softball standout Felecity Willis is also taking part. The former players will serve as coaches at the camp.
How a 'Sweet Play' will earn one Arizona high school football player a scholarship
PHOENIX — It's time to kick off the 35th season of Arizona's No. 1 and longest-running high school football show, Friday Night Fever!. And with the beginning of a new season comes a new segment on the show and not only are you, the fans, a part of it, the segment will give one high school football player a big award at the end of the season!
NEW INFORMATION: Man killed after being thrown from motorcycle in Tucson
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Tucson Police Department released more information about a deadly motorcycle crash Saturday, August 24. The TPD says officers found a motorcycle in the area of east Valencia Road and south Craycroft Road about 2:40 a.m. Saturday morning. Police say the motorcycle appeared to have...
W. Silver Recycling Announces Hiring Plans for Tucson Expansion
W. Silver Recycling, one of the nation’s leading metals recyclers, has announced hiring and opening plans for its new Tucson location. In January 2024, W. Silver Recycling purchased four acres at 3440 East 36th St. The company has open positions, including a general manager, supervisors/team leaders, environmental specialists, quality control inspectors, maintenance technicians, among others. W. Silver’s Tucson facility will be operational within 45 days, bringing its premier industrial account servicing to Pima County. For more about jobs at W. Silver Recycling, click here.
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