By: Lauren Michaels Cronkite News (Phoenix, AZ) – Many of us take books for granted. But studies show that in low-income communities, there is only one book for every 300 kids, according to local nonprofit Southwest Human Development. Compare that to
(Universal City, CA) — When the world’s biggest movie star suddenly goes missing, it’s up to a studio fixer to rescue him in Hail Caesar!, a star-studded comedy featuring George Clooney, Channing Tatum, Scarlett Johansson, Jonah Hill, Josh Brolin, Tilda
April in Phoenix is definitely not just about Easter anymore! It’s also a month filled with amazing food festivals, sporting events, and concerts from some of the best talent in Latin music. Like every month, we’ did the researching so you don’t have
(Phoenix, AZ) — The Arizona Diamondbacks announced that Salt River Fields at Talking Stick has been named the top Cactus League Spring Training complex in 2016 by Ballpark Digest. The honor was voted on by readers of Ballpark Digest and Spring Training Online, with Salt
The one, the only, Pepe Aguilar will be making his glorious return to Tucson for one night only this weekend. The legendary Mexican-American musician and six-time Grammy winner, noted for his work in mariachi, ranchera and pop, will be serenading
By Kendall Bartley | Cronkite News The first case of Zika virus in Arizona has been confirmed in a woman who traveled outside the country before returning to Arizona, health officials have confirmed. Arizona Department of Health Services said the
Councilman Michael Nowakowski is inviting residents to honor Cesar Chavez’s legacy by participating in a day of service in District 7 on Saturday, April 2 from 7:15 – 11 a.m. The event will include more than 250 volunteers, including children
Race cars that move like bullets, and a high-speed (we’re talking over 200 mph here), nail-biting competition. This is the Phoenix Grand Prix, and it’s taking place in the West Valley this weekend. For seasoned racing enthusiasts, as well as
By Francisco Romero Mexico beat Canada 2-0 at Estadio Azteca in Mexico City to advance. Both Mexican goals were scored during the first half of the match. A first half that watched Mexico dominate from start to finish. Andres Guardado
By Amanda Kukkola | Cronkite News Finding qualified teachers is a struggle that Arizona school districts say is worse this year than ever before. Districts across the valley are trying to solve this issue by thinking of new ways to find
