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The Phoenix Mercury (13-22) hosted the Portland Fire (14-20) at Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday. Portland had won three of their last four, while the Mercury had come off a win against the Los Angeles Sparks. “Really happy with these last stretch of games,” said Fire head coach Alex Samara. “It took us a few games to be able to... The post Diana Taurasi enters Mercury’s Ring of Honor and has…
With three months to go before the midterms, much of America is exhausted and angry. Persistent inflation, disappointing job numbers and to a large degree, Trump’s own executive decisions—the back and forth with Iran, a Department of Justice focused on bringing cases against Trump’s perceived political enemies at Trump’s urging. Trump’s public statements and policy... The post The “Midterms of…
Register to vote Latino Arizona, the Latino vote matters, in a significant way in Arizona. Arizona Latino voters have made up >15% of the electorate in every election since 2016. In Arizonans must register to vote by October 5, 2026 in order to participate in the midterm elections. If you are a Maricopa County resident... The post Register to vote Latino Arizona—your vote is your voice first…
America’s favorite pastime is almost back in full swing, but first, the Pro Football Hall of Fame game in Canton, Ohio. The game features the Arizona Cardinals and Carolina Panthers representing two of the inductees in this year’s Hall of Fame class. The Cardinals will be representing 11-time Pro-Bowler and 17-year-long Cardinal wide receiver Larry... The post Cardinals lose 33-30 in a nail-biter…
A federal judge denied a temporary restraining order against Section 5 of Proposition 314 on Friday July 24. The order would have prevented an unconstitutional immigration law from being enforceable by state and local authorities for a least 14 days. Even though the temporary hold was denied, a lawsuit filed by the American Civil Liberties... The post A federal court allows an Arizona deportation…
The Phoenix Mercury (11-18) welcomed the New York Liberty (16-13) on Saturday noon at Mortgage Matchup Center. The Mercury were riding a three-game win streak, while the Liberty were coming off a loss to the Las Vegas Aces. “We just got to continue to get better,” Liberty head coach Chris DeMarco said. “I know we’ve... The post Mercury lose tight 94-92 back and forth contest against the…
The Phoenix Mercury (10-18) faced the Golden State Valkyries (19-8) Wednesday night at Mortgage Matchup Center in the first game for both teams following the WNBA All-Star break. The All-Star Game saw Mercury guard Kahleah Copper and Valkyries forward Gabby Williams play together on the same team. However, Williams was ruled out Wednesday due to... The post Phoenix Mercury grabs hard fought…
Congressman Andy Biggs is the Trump endorsed GOP candidate for the gubernatorial race after last Tuesday’s Arizona primary election. Trump-picked Biggs, will face Governor Katie Hobbs in the general election. Biggs aligns solidly with President Trump and has a long history of close collaboration with The Heritage Foundation, the organization responsible for authoring Project 2025. ... The post…
The Trump strategy of planting the seeds of doubt within the mantra of election integrity is his bona fide plan. With that, challenges to the 2026 midterm elections will grow. This has never been clearer than his unsupported and even preposterous claims during his July 16 address to the nation. The Brennan Center for Justice... The post Trump’s familiar tactic—undermine trust in the election…
A stomach illness caused by a parasite has spread to 34 states, including Arizona, with the CDC counting 1,645 cases since May 1 and 141 hospitalizations. Arizona health officials have now reported 19 confirmed infections so far this year. Experts say the true number of cases is likely higher than what has been confirmed and will continue... The post The Cyclosporiasis stomach illness confirmed in…
