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Banner Urgent Care offers IV hydration therapy amid rising temperatures

By PHX Reporter | Jun 12, 2024

PHOENIX (June 12, 2024) - As temperatures rise in Phoenix, Banner Urgent Care is offering IV hydration therapy to patients. The therapy bags contain 1,000 milliliters of sodium and provide quick relief for dehydration. The treatment takes about an hour, but the effects can be felt sooner.

Abrazo hospital performs first procedure in Arizona with new TAVR system

By PHX Reporter | Jun 12, 2024

Abrazo Arizona Heart Hospital has successfully performed its first procedure using the Evolut FX+ transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) system.

Cardinals prepare for significant changes under new NFL kickoff rules

By PHX Reporter | Jun 12, 2024

Zach Pascal would sprint towards the other end of the field every time the Cardinals kicked off, hoping to make a tackle. Rarely did that happen, with returns dwindling in the NFL -- so all Pascal could do was try to amp up the crowd, throwing his arms in the air.

Local Government Meetings today in City of Phoenix

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

City of Phoenix Local Government Meetings today.

Taurasi, Griner, Copper named to USA Women's National Team for Paris Olympics

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

Five-time Olympic gold medalist Diana Taurasi, two-time Olympic gold medalist Brittney Griner, and Kahleah Copper, who will make her Olympic debut, have been named to the USA Basketball Women’s National Team for the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. The announcement was made by USA Basketball today.

Arizona Cardinals partner with luxury hotel for new stadium club

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

The Arizona Cardinals Football Club has announced a partnership with The Global Ambassador, a luxury hotel in Arizona created by hospitality and restaurant innovator Sam Fox. This collaboration will introduce the "Morgan Athletic Club hosted by The Global Ambassador," offering a luxury experience at State Farm Stadium starting this season.

Cardinals' Marvin Harrison Jr.: High expectations amid early praise

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

Marvin Harrison Jr. has yet to play a snap in the NFL or even don pads, but his teammate Michael Wilson anticipates that Harrison will bring his impressive production from Ohio State into the professional league.

Cardinals continue Civics Matters D.C. trip for Arizona high school students

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

Sariah Goodsell walked around the 24th Street Station platform at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport with a notebook and pen, asking everyone in sight for autographs. It was her way of documenting the start of the third annual Civics Matters Arizona program, highlighting its significance to the junior from Copper Canyon High School.

Michael Wilson prioritizes bonding with Kyler Murray during offseason

By PHX Reporter | Jun 11, 2024

For Michael Wilson, this has been the K1 offseason. The second-year receiver has stayed in Arizona each weekend specifically to train with quarterback Kyler Murray. He didn't get that chance as a rookie, since Murray was still rehabbing from his ACL tear. Changing that up this offseason included telling his girlfriend -- USA soccer star Sophia Smith, who plays professionally for the Portland Thorns -- that he was not going to the Pacific Northwest "because I'm staying here so I can work on my relationship with Kyler."

Local Government Meeting today in City of Phoenix

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

City of Phoenix City Council Meeting starting at 9:30 am today — here's what you need to know!

Government events this week in City of Phoenix: June 9-15

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Phoenix this week.

Ozone high pollution advisory issued for Maricopa County

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality (ADEQ) has issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory (HPA) for Maricopa County for Monday, June 10. This advisory is due to expected ozone levels surpassing the federal health standard.

Banner Health's Dr Marjorie Bessel honored among top clinical executives

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

PHOENIX (June 10, 2024) — Marjorie Bessel, MD, chief clinical officer at Banner Health, has been recognized as one of Modern Healthcare’s 50 Most Influential Clinical Executives for 2024. This marks the second time Dr. Bessel has been named to this elite group.

Cardinals' Zaven Collins reflects on contract decision and future role

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

When the Cardinals decided to decline the fifth-year option for linebacker Zaven Collins, meaning his contract will run out after this season and not 2025, he acknowledged it wasn't the outcome he sought because it would have meant they wanted him for another year.

Cardinals prepare for new season with renewed enthusiasm

By PHX Reporter | Jun 10, 2024

As the offseason draws to a close, the Arizona Cardinals are preparing for the upcoming season with renewed enthusiasm. Jalen Thompson, entering his sixth season, reflected on Monday's media day. "The whole vibe, it's like we're more of a family now," Thompson said. "Everyone's bought in and everybody's doing the right things."