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Daniel Hernandez' quest to be a role model rather than a hero

Daniel Hernandez, credited by many for saving Gabrielle Giffords' life, talks about Jan. 8, 2011 and how he has adjusted to immediate fame.

Superheroes and American culture

From Superman to Spider-Man to Spawn, American culture has a strong relationship with superheroes.

Actors Theater cancels remaining shows

A theater company that has operated in downtown Phoenix for 20 years has canceled the rest of its season.

Sheriff's Office internal report available -- for a hefty fee

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office has released the findings of an internal investigation into hundreds of uninvestigated or mishandled sex crimes.

Giffords PAC increases effort against guns

Former Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords is stepping up her effort to place more restrictions on gun ownership ahead of the president's State of the Union address.

Governor's sales tax proposal may not add up

Lawmakers prepared for a fight over sales tax reform at the state capitol Monday.

Federal judge overturns Arizona law targeting Planned Parenthood

A federal judge has overturned a 2012 Arizona anti-abortion law targeting Planned Parenthood.

Homeless court expands throughout Maricopa County

A court system for homeless people is expanding in Maricopa County. It was created seven years ago to resolve minor offenses. Now the system has a new name and can be found in every town in the county.

The Cactus League and the business of spring

As Major League Baseball's pitchers and catchers report to spring training camps Monday, the sound of construction on the Chicago Cubs' new facility in Mesa is music to the ears of baseball fans.

Gov. Brewer to release sales tax simplification plan

Governor Jan Brewer is expected Monday morning to release her proposal for simplifying the state sales tax.

Volunteers needed to help clean Salt River

The Tonto National Forest is looking for volunteers to help with spring cleaning along the Salt River.

Phoenix Suns marketing works to overcome won-loss record

The Phoenix Suns continue to have one of the worst records in the NBA’s Western Conference, but the organization is trying to find other ways to attract fans to games.

Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Fest starts on Sunday

Sunday marks the start of the Greater Phoenix Jewish Film Festival.

Judge rules against AHCCCS co-pays for childless adults

A federal judge says Arizona’s Medicaid program should not be allowed to charge certain people co-pays for medical care.

Paradise Valley Community College under investigation

Federal investigators are looking into possible fraud charges at Paradise Valley Community College.

Homebuilders dig deep for new land

Homebuilders in Arizona made a push to buy up empty land at the end of December -- another sign they are feeling confident in the market.

Arizona AG working on compromise to lawsuit settlement bill

Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne says he’s working with state lawmakers to modify a proposal that would require money from lawsuit settlements to go into the state’s General Fund.

Text spam bill passes Arizona House committee

A bill that would ban companies from flooding cell phones users with spam-like text messages has passed an Arizona House committee.

Reports: US Airways, American Airlines to merge soon

One of the largest private employers in Arizona appears to close to a merger. As KJZZ’s Nick Blumberg reports, US Airways and bankrupt American Airlines may be near a deal that’s been long in the making.

Audits up, arrests down in worksite immigration enforcement

Federal audits to ensure Arizona businesses are following proper hiring practices to employ legal workers quadrupled over the last four years, according to Immigration and Customs Enforcement data.