New novelist blends faith, suspense in mysteries

By Colleen Sparks, Managing Editor   A Chandler woman’s second novel merges her personal experiences in the Mormon faith with mystery,...

New national study gives low grades to Arizona schools

By Howard Fischer, Capitol Media Services   Arizona schools are near the bottom of the barrel nationally when academics, class size and even...

New Chandler center will aid crime victims

By Colleen Sparks, Managing Editor   Victims of abuse have a new place to get support and comfort closer to home as part of the Chandler Police...

Free shuttles to take riders around downtown

By Colleen Sparks, Managing Editor   People who go to downtown Chandler to sample restaurants, shops or other offerings soon will be able to get...

EV police see no change in policy on lawmakers’ immunity

By Cecilia Chan, Staff Writer   East Valley police agencies don’t expect a significant change in how they would handle state lawmakers who...

Decline in kids’ vaccinations an alarming trend for health officials

By CECILIA CHAN Staff Writer As the new school year gets into full swing across the East Valley, the Arizona Department of Health Services offers...

Chandler schools make push on student equity

By Colleen Sparks, Managing Editor   A professional with 25 years experience in education who broke gender barriers in her native Sierra Leone...

Students’ emotional health a goal as school year begins

By COLLEEN SPARKS Managing Editor An experienced teacher, administrator and counselor will help the Chandler Unified School District enhance its...

Rising rabies cases in state could get worse, officials fear

By SARABETH HENNE Cronkite News Rabies cases in Arizona have risen sharply this year compared to the same time last year, and state health officials...

Next governor could impact abortion in Arizona

By Howard Fischer Capitol Media Services The president’s choice for a new Supreme Court justice earlier this month means the ability of Arizona...