Officers Buckling Down On Seat Belt Law

Don’t say we didn’t warn you! A bill was recently signed that limited the use of handheld devices while driving in Arizona. Law enforcement officers have partnered with the Governor’s Office of Highway Safety to start another initiative meant to keep you safe on the road. The campaign is called “Buckle Up Arizona… It’s... Read More

The First Of Its Kind: A Taco Bell Hotel

Taco Bell is opening a hotel, and, yes, it’s all going to be based around their food. Starting on Aug. 9, fans of the fast-food chain looking to get away from it all can book a room. The hotel is called The Bell: A Taco Bell Hotel and Resort, and it’s located in Palm Springs,... Read More

Unique High Rise Coming to Phoenix

A new and unique apartment complex is being built in Phoenix. One that’ll have rent-by-bedroom options. Last week there was a groundbreaking ceremony for the first phase of X Phoenix. The complex will be 20 stories, and it will be located on Van Buren Street. “It’s a new trend, and it’s just incredible to... Read More

10 graphic novels for children to add to their summer reading list

  If you’re looking for ways to keep your children reading throughout the summer graphic novels might be the answer. Take a look at the compiled list of graphic novels that will keep kids entertained and learning with ease this summer.   1. March — written by John Lewis, illustrated by Andrew Aydin A gripping... Read More

Many Locations In The State Have Contaminated Groundwater

Does the neighborhood you live in have contaminated groundwater? Almost half of Arizona’s water supply comes from groundwater, and several pieces of land across the state. Findings show that there are toxic chemicals in the ground. The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality oversees the Water Quality Assurance Revolving Fund (WQARF), which was created under the Environmental... Read More

Suicide Prevention Training Now Required By Teachers

All Arizona school faculty will soon need to complete suicide prevention training after Gov. Doug Ducey announced he will sign a bill to make it a requirement. “I normally don’t comment on legislation until it gets to my desk, but this is a subject that just is way too important,” Ducey said. “We’re seeing... Read More

Four Seniors In Metro Phoenix Named 2019 US Presidential Scholars

Across the U.S. this year, more than 3.6 million students are expected to graduate from high school. On Tuesday, 161 members of the group were named to the prestigious list of 2019 U.S. Presidential Scholars. Four of those elite students are from metro Phoenix: Adrian Henry Kwiatkowski of Red Mountain High School in Mesa,... Read More

ASU Professor Leads Charge For The First Cancer Vaccine For Canines

Trilly, a 9-year-old Gordon setter, just received a shot with the first vaccine to prevent cancer. “First one. We did it!” said Stephen Johnston, a Arizona State University scientist and a professor in the School of Life Sciences. Johnston has worked for 12 years to develop a new approach to preventing and treating cancer.... Read More

Sky Harbor Adds New Nonstop International Flight

In December, American Airlines will launch a direct nonstop flight between Phoenix and Chihuahua, Mexico. With this newest flight addition, American now offers 10 direct routes to Mexican cities from Sky Harbor. This will be the only direct flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport to Chihuahua, Mexico’s largest state. The flight is scheduled... Read More

Drink up! Stay Hydrated This Summer

Summer is quickly approaching and for desert dwellers, it is the time to produce the regular PSA on how important it is to stay hydrated. It is important to know that at any given moment, especially during the hot summer months, you may be dehydrated. Worst cases of dehydration will land you in the... Read More