
Ignacio Ventura
ReporterIgnacio Ventura is a reporter for KJZZ. He graduated from the University of Southern California with a bachelor’s degree in creative writing and a minor in news media and society.
During his time at USC, Ventura worked as a news staff writer for the campus newspaper, the Daily Trojan. He covered stories ranging from updates on student government meetings to news about an alumna running for Los Angeles mayor. He was also a member of Dímelo, the Latinx media brand of the USC Annenberg Media Center, where he specialized in creating multimedia content for web and social media.
Ventura is from Maryvale. In his free time, he enjoys dancing, drawing or reading.
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A University of Arizona professor is the recipient of one of 22 grants from the Resilient Energy Economies initiative. His work is intended to help fossil fuel dependent communities develop strategies to diversify their economies.
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Tempe is seeking residents’ feedback as it complies with a new state law aimed at boosting construction of multi-family homes.
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Secretary of State Adrian Fontes says he’s opposed to a Republican-backed bill that would move up the deadline for voters to drop off their early ballots at polling places.
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The West Valley is becoming a technological hub with the construction of the TSMC semiconductor plant. Peoria is partnering with an area education program to offer CTE opportunities.
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Chandler is working to address future water needs. City officials want to be prepared in case of long-term shortages.
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A lawsuit has prevented some Arizona ranchers from using wells due to water rights claimed by the Gila River Indian Community.
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A local Tempe bookstore called Wijaya started a donation drive, encouraging members of the community to give books in support of those affected by wildfire in Pacific Palisades, California.
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The Arizona Governor’s Office of Highway Safety continued its efforts to prevent impaired driving as people celebrated the WM Phoenix Open and Super Bowl Sunday.
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While many watched the Eagles defeat the Chiefs in the Super Bowl Sunday evening, some pet lovers also saw the annual Puppy Bowl event featuring puppies from Arizona animal shelters.
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Fees associated with visiting some of the state parks will increase.Arizona State Parks and Trails says the rise in costs stems from several factors including inflation and the addition of new amenities.