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January 2015
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The two major sporting events in the Valley this weekend, the Super Bowl and the Waste Management Phoenix Open, have a lot of people celebrating tourism and enjoying the excitement. For commentator Troy Pottgen, the influx of fans reminded him of the summer weather phenomenon known as the haboob.
Jan. 30, 2015
While the Superbowl may be getting most of the attention this weekend, Phoenix is also hosting a major event for the golf world.
Jan. 30, 2015
You know one advantage neither the Patriots nor the Seahawks players have in Sunday’s game? An extra set of legs.
Jan. 30, 2015
As you’ve probably noticed, it’s been a wet, gray couple of days.
Jan. 30, 2015
If you’ve got an extra $8,000 or $10,000 burning a hole in your pocket, then Super Bowl ticket scalpers are probably interested in talking to you.
Jan. 30, 2015
Hundreds of millions of people in the U.S. will watch at least a few minutes of the Super Bowl. For a huge percentage, the big game is really more about the big party. And that big party will probably include chips and dip, hot wings and a lot of alcohol.
Jan. 30, 2015
An English course offered this semester at ASU is stirring up a lot of controversy. The course, titled “U.S. Race Theory & the Problem of Whiteness” has received a criticism for its title, which is viewed by some as characterizing an entire race as being a problem.
Jan. 30, 2015
Supporters of one of Phoenix’s most well-known neighborhoods held a mock funeral last night. They’ve been protesting plans to tear down some buildings and replace them with housing.
Jan. 30, 2015
Sunday’s Super Bowl will be played at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale. But most of the events leading up to the game are being held elsewhere, meaning cities like Scottsdale and Phoenix stand to benefit from fans, and their money. But Greg Walsh, the director of marketing and communications with the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, says his city is also seeing more visitors.
Jan. 30, 2015
Mix a storm, saloon fights and a huge travel expense and what do you get? Well, according to Arizona historians, a crooked legislative body.
Jan. 30, 2015
