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The second anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic declaration is on Friday.

COVID-19 in Arizona: More than 6,500 cases added in latest update

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
March 9, 2022
State Representative Michelle Udall speaking with attendees at the 2022 Legislative Forecast Luncheon hosted by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry at Chase Field in Phoenix.

Republican proposal for public school takeovers moving through state legislature

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
March 8, 2022
Governor Doug Ducey speaking with attendees at the 2022 Converge Tech Summit at The Waste Management Phoenix Open at the Skybar at TPC Scottsdale.

Gov. Doug Ducey rules out U.S. Senate run

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
March 3, 2022
Masking and distancing requirements are loosening further as the CDC updates its COVID-19 safety guidelines.

COVID-19 in Arizona: ADHS posts first weekly update

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
March 2, 2022
U.S. Congressman Paul Gosar speaking with attendees at an event hosted by the Defend America Foundation at the Scottsdale Gun Club.

Arizona representative Gosar draws ire from Sen. Romney

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 28, 2022
The U.S. daily average surpassed 806,000 cases on Jan. 14, but this number has steadily fallen nationwide in recent weeks along with deaths and hospitalizations.

COVID-19 in Arizona: Nearly 1,800 new cases announced as ADHS winds down daily updates

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 25, 2022
A sign in downtown Phoenix pointing to the Superior Court of Arizona in Maricopa County.

Maricopa County Attorney responds to calls for resignation

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 22, 2022
At the Arizona State Capitol on Monday, the Senate took a vote to allow schools access to nearly $1.2 billion in funding.

Arizona state legislature approves new aggregate expenditure limit for K-12 schools

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 22, 2022
The ADHS reported 2,781 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday.

COVID-19 in Arizona: hospitals still crowded as new cases decrease

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 17, 2022
Im obviously the G.O.A.T of G.O.A.Ts...look at my beard!

4-Down Territory Ep. 22-4 The G.O.A.T of G.O.A.T.s

Ole Olafson - Senior Audio Producer, Alex Keeler, Foday Kromah, Jeremy Beren, and James Mackey
February 2, 2022
Anna Abeytia (left) and Analise Ortiz (right) in an ad announcing their joint candidacy.

Two progressive candidates aim to shake up Arizona politics

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
February 1, 2022
Hamilton High School is located in Chandler.

[Photo] The alarming outlook of high school journalism in Arizona

Foday Kromah, Reporter
January 29, 2022
The federal governments new program, in tandem with the USPS, will make COVID-19 testing more widespread and easily accessible.

USPS launches website for ordering free COVID-19 test kits

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
January 19, 2022
The Equality and Fairness for all Americans Coalition is interested in seeing a bipartisan bill ushered through Congress to provide renewed and strengthened protections for LGBTQ Americans.

New coalition aims to secure federal protections for LGBTQ Americans

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
January 13, 2022
The U.S. daily average surpassed 806,000 cases on Jan. 14, but this number has steadily fallen nationwide in recent weeks along with deaths and hospitalizations.

Dominant Omicron variant continues to infect Arizonans at rapid pace

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
January 7, 2022
Kyler Murray was named a Pro Bowl selection again this season on the strength of his 28 total touchdowns.

Arizona Cardinals’ playoff scenarios hinge on Week 18 results

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
January 3, 2022
The coronavirus pandemic is about to hit the 21-month mark in the United States, but it is likely to linger far longer elsewhere in the world.

Omicron’s emergence draws concern over coronavirus vaccine distribution

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
December 7, 2021
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Suns topple Warriors, extend winning streak to 17 games

Daniel Moreno and Jeremy Beren
December 1, 2021
The U.S. daily average surpassed 806,000 cases on Jan. 14, but this number has steadily fallen nationwide in recent weeks along with deaths and hospitalizations.

COVID-19 update: More than 3,000 new cases reported in Arizona

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
November 16, 2021
This just in...NEVN reporter and Bears fan James Mackey says he is rooting for the Packers over the Cardinals!

4-Down Territory Ep 21-7 The Box for Foday

Ole Olafson - Senior Audio Producer, James Mackey, Alex Keeler, and Jeremy Beren
October 27, 2021
Kari Lake speaks with supporters at a Birthday campaign rally at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort in Scottsdale.

Kari Lake’s run for governor stokes flames of anti-GOP organizing

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
October 21, 2021
Watkins has been regarded as a central figure in the spread of the QAnon conspiracy theory.

Ron Watkins, alleged QAnon conspiracy theory creator, announces Arizona congressional run

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
October 15, 2021
Even vaccinated individuals are catching COVID-19s Delta variant at an increasing rate.

Breakthrough COVID-19 cases continue to climb in Arizona

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
October 9, 2021
Head coach Sandy Brondello oversaw a rampant win for her Phoenix Mercury on Thursday.

Taurasi, Mercury even up playoff series with blowout win

Timothy Slone and Jeremy Beren
October 1, 2021
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has sounded fresh alarms over the United States upcoming debt limit conundrum.

Federal government shutdown averted as key October deadline looms

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 30, 2021
Kyrsten Sinema speaking with supporters in Phoenix.

With deadline approaching, Sen. Sinema continues to oppose budget bill

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 23, 2021
The federal governments new program, in tandem with the USPS, will make COVID-19 testing more widespread and easily accessible.

Nearly 2,000 new COVID-19 cases reported in Arizona

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 21, 2021
The Maricopa County Superior Courthouse, located in downtown Phoenix.

Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel plans to return to work on Monday

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 18, 2021
The Maricopa County Superior Courthouse in Phoenix.

Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel seeking treatment for personal, medical difficulties

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 10, 2021
The ADHS reported 2,781 new COVID-19 cases on Thursday.

COVID-19 cases rise in ASU community

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 8, 2021
Governor Doug Ducey speaking with attendees at the end-of-year board meeting for the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry at the Republic National Distributing Company of Arizona in Phoenix.

FBI probe into Ducey staffers moves forward

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
September 1, 2021
Pictured here in 2019, the Coyotes have played at Gila River Arena — 9400 West Maryland Avenue in Glendale — since the 2003/04 season.

City of Glendale announces termination of Coyotes’ Gila River Arena lease

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
August 20, 2021
According to the Arizona Republic, eight metro Phoenix school districts have implemented mask mandates in defiance of Gov. Duceys order.

Can schools and districts be held liable if they don’t require masks in class and a student becomes infected with COVID? The short answer— “quite possibly, yes”

Nicole White and Jeremy Beren
August 18, 2021
Amy Coney Barrett was the Supreme Court justice who dismissed the students claim.

Supreme Court justice decides against blocking Indiana University vaccine mandate

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
August 13, 2021
The Phoenix Police Department is being heavily-scrutinized and has been subject to multiple investigations.

Phoenix PD punished after investigation reveals bogus charges wielded against protesters

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
August 12, 2021
Tony Navarrete, pictured in 2018, speaking with attendees at a Trump Tax Town Hall hosted by Tax March at Events on Jackson in Phoenix.

State senator Tony Navarrete resigns following arrest on federal child sex abuse charges

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
August 11, 2021
Devin Booker was the big story on Thursday against Denver, scoring 43 points.

Suns acquire Landry Shamet in draft day trade, move out of first round

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
July 29, 2021
The Suns open the playoffs on Sunday against the Clippers.

Chris Paul sidelined after positive COVID-19 test

Jeremy Beren
June 16, 2021
Protestors outside the White House demonstrate against the Keystone XL project in 2011. Pipeline construction began in 2008 and was spread across several phases — the last of which was shut down earlier this year.

Keystone XL developers shutter project

Jeremy Beren
June 10, 2021
Phoenix Rising and Fresno FC played out a 1-1 draw on Saturday, April 28.

Phoenix Rising 1-1 Fresno FC, resilient Rising grab last-gasp equalizer

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
April 29, 2018
Phoenix Rising players warm up prior to the match against Swope Park Rangers on April 21, 2018.

Phoenix Rising 2-2 Swope Park Rangers, late goal secures draw

Jeremy Beren, Reporter
April 21, 2018
Arizona State Senate candidate Daria Lohman

Daria Lohman runs for Arizona Senate amid current political landscape

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, (Cronkite)
February 22, 2018

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Great Hearts Academies face backlash over transgender policy

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, Cronkite student
November 1, 2017

New online campaign aims to drive traffic from Dolphinaris

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, nevalleynews.org
September 10, 2017

2016-17 UEFA Champions League semifinals review and final preview

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
May 18, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Shutdown and surveillance

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
April 29, 2017
Phoenix Risings Alessandro Riggi (in red) battles for the ball with Christian Duke of Swope Park Rangers (in blue) during Risings 4-3 win at Phoenix Rising Soccer Complex on April 23.

Phoenix Rising, Thirsty Lion announce official partnership

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, Northeast Valley News
April 26, 2017

2016-17 UEFA Champions League semifinals preview

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
April 26, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: North Korea, international diplomacy and Desert Progressives with Mickey Tucker and Judy Schwiebert

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
April 20, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Facebook Live show with Usama Shami

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
April 12, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Facebook Live Show audio with Carlos Alfaro

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
April 7, 2017

AHCA dies, media coverage of terrorism and the AZWP with Paula Cullison

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
March 31, 2017
Student media tries navigating uncharted territory

Student media tries navigating uncharted territory

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
March 28, 2017
Diamondbacks pitcher Robbie Ray delivers a pitch during a game against the Baltimore Orioles on Sept. 24, 2016. Ray led the Diamondbacks with 218 strikeouts in 2016, a total good for fourth in the National League. However, Ray posted an 8-15 win-loss record and a 4.90 ERA on the season.

Diamondbacks pitchers confident as new season dawns

Jeremy Beren and Nicholas Tirella
March 27, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Tax return fiasco and interview with Kari Brandenburg

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
March 23, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Wiretapping and an emergent healthcare crisis

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
March 10, 2017
Queen Creek-Apollo baseball game marred by benches-clearing melee

Queen Creek-Apollo baseball game marred by benches-clearing melee

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, Northeast Valley News
March 3, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Meet Tom Perez and interviewing Trump supporters

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
March 2, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Pruitt’s EPA confirmation and the importance of community with Bart Turner

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
February 22, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Michael Flynn resigns and financial policy with Carmichael Dominguez

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
February 15, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Trump immigration ban and Islam in 2017 with Usama Shami

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
February 9, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: Back by Executive Order with Barry Hess

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
February 1, 2017

Cephas buzzer-beater, Thornton double-double leads Coronado girls to overtime win

Jeremy Beren, Freelance Reporter, Northeast Valley News
January 27, 2017

The Millennial Manifesto: The Inaugural Episode with Sen. Mary Hartley

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
January 26, 2017
Air Canada Centre in Toronto, Ont., where the Maple Leafs will host the Coyotes on Thursday night.

Toronto Maple Leafs star, Scottsdale native excited to face hometown team

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
December 15, 2016
Donald Trump waving to supporters at a hangar at Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Ariz.

Inside the Donald Trump victory

Jeremy Beren and Leon La Jeunesse
November 22, 2016

Amy Goodman, Standing Rock Sioux member discuss ongoing pipeline protests

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
November 3, 2016
Amy Goodman spoke at ASUs Tempe campus on Thursday, Oct. 27.

ASU hosts Amy Goodman of “Democracy Now!”

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
October 28, 2016
Preoccupations bassist and vocalist Matt Flegel performs Continental Shelf during the groups gig at Valley Bar in Phoenix on Oct. 25.

Preoccupations capture attention at Valley Bar

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
October 26, 2016

Protesters gather to oppose Dolphinaris grand opening

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
October 21, 2016
Donald Trump speaking with supporters at a campaign rally at Fountain Park in Fountain Hills, Ariz.

Donald Trump set to lose dangerous game

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
October 18, 2016
Chvrches frontwoman Lauren Mayberry performs Playing Dead during an Oct. 6 concert at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe.

Chvrches returns to the scene of the crime

Jeremy Beren, Managing Editor, Scottsdale Chronicle
October 7, 2016
Bruce Arians speaking at the 2016 Leadership Series with the Arizona Cardinals hosted by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry at University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.

Cardinals look to get over the hump despite slow start

Garrett Glynn and Jeremy Beren
October 3, 2016
Paul Pogba (in red) was sold to Manchester United this summer. The former Juventus midfielder and France star was transferred for a world-record 105 million euros, according to multiple reports.

European Soccer Summer Summary: Transfers and more

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
August 29, 2016
A rendering of Joe Garagiola during his time with the Pittsburgh Pirates. Over his nine seasons in Major League Baseball, Garagiola played for the Pirates, the St. Louis Cardinals, the Chicago Cubs and the New York (now San Francisco) Giants.

Colleagues honor Diamondbacks legend

Jeremy Beren and Alan Ruiz
May 17, 2016
The Fuente de Neptuno is a landmark in Madrid, where Champions League finalists Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid play.

UEFA Champions League: Semifinals review and final preview

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
May 7, 2016
Atlético Madrid forward Antoine Griezmann is a key figure in this years Champions League semifinals. The Frenchman has scored 29 goals in all competitions this season.

UEFA Champions League semifinals preview

Jeremy Beren, Stephen Sanicola, and
April 25, 2016
Sampler and backing vocalist Martin Doherty sings Under the Tide during Chvrches abbreviated April 24 tilt at the Marquee Theatre in Tempe.

Chvrches end Marquee Theatre show early

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
April 25, 2016

Anchored to Journalism: Jude LaCava reflects on career

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
April 24, 2016

Anchored to Journalism: Inside the Fox 10 Studio

Nicholas Tirella and Jeremy Beren
April 19, 2016
Bayern Munich goalkeeper Manuel Neuer is one of the key figures in this years Champions League quarterfinals.

Champions League quarterfinals preview

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
April 6, 2016

See the latest issue of the Scottsdale Chronicle now

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
February 22, 2016
Zlatan Ibrahimovic will be looking to lead Paris Saint Germain past Chelsea and into the quarterfinals.

UEFA Champions League Round of 16 starts Tuesday

Stephen Sanicola and Jeremy Beren
February 15, 2016
Shane Doan warming up as

Coyotes return from All-Star break in fine form

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
February 2, 2016
Arizona Cardinals head coach Bruce Arians speaks to the media at the teams practice facility in Tempe on Monday. The Cardinals defeated the Bengals 34-31 on Sunday night.

Bruce Arians, Markus Golden speak after Cardinals beat Bengals

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
November 23, 2015
Barcelona forward Neymar has emerged as one of the worlds best players this season. The 23-year-old Brazilian has notched 11 goals in 10 La Liga games thus far and has been viewed as the heir to teammate Lionel Messis throne.

Real Madrid and Barcelona do battle in El Clásico

Jeremy Beren and Stephen Sanicola
November 21, 2015
Vocalist George Clarke (left) and guitarist Kerry McCoy (right) perform the song Luna during Deafheavens concert at Phoenixs Crescent Ballroom on Nov. 18.

Deafheaven send shockwaves through Crescent Ballroom

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief, Scottsdale Chronicle
November 20, 2015
Marcus Morris (#15) was traded to the Detroit Pistons this summer, meaning Markieff Morris (#11) would be separated from his brother for the first time in his career.

Markieff Morris moves on from summer controversy

Jeremy Beren and James Kobolt
October 26, 2015
Artichoke wide receiver Shaquan Curenton (9) makes a catch down the field from quarterback Tyler Burggman. The Artichokes would settle for a field goal on this drive.

Artichokes drop Homecoming game in devastating fashion

Nicholas Tirella and Jeremy Beren
October 11, 2015

Cardinals open 2015 season with victory over Saints

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2015
Jamie xx prepares to put a vinyl record on a turntable during his concert at Tempes Marquee Theatre on Wednesday night.

Jamie xx delights raucous Marquee Theatre crowd

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
July 30, 2015
Rush play Roll the Bones during their concert at U.S. Airways Center in Phoenix on Monday night. From left to right: Alex Lifeson (guitar), Neil Peart (drums) and Geddy Lee (bass and vocal). Lee is pictured on the big screen.

Rush rocks the Valley on R40 tour

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
July 28, 2015
Former Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Randy Johnson prepares to throw a pitch during a 2008 start against the San Diego Padres. Johnson will be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame on July 26 after an illustrious career which saw him win 303 games and record 4,875 strikeouts.

Randy Johnson prepares for Baseball Hall of Fame induction

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
July 26, 2015
Govt Mule guitarist and vocalist Warren Haynes performs during the first set of his groups concert at Tempes Marquee Theatre on Sunday night.

Warren Haynes, Gov’t Mule play Tempe’s Marquee Theatre

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
July 13, 2015
Arizona Coyotes general manager Don Maloney answers a question during the Ice Den town hall meeting on July 7. Directly to his left is Coyotes coach Dave Tippett, and to his right are team president Anthony LeBlanc and play-by-play announcer Matt McConnell.

Coyotes’ town hall meeting answers fans’ pressing questions

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
July 8, 2015
LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers in a game against the Washington Wizards at Verizon Center on November 21, 2014 in Washington, DC.

2015 NBA playoffs promise drama, intensity

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
April 18, 2015
Guitarist and vocalist Michael Gira performs during Swans April 13 concert at Phoenixs Crescent Ballroom.

Swans bring experimental brand of rock to Phoenix

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
April 17, 2015

Jodi Arias sentenced to life in prison

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
April 13, 2015
North Mississippi Allstars guitarist Luther Dickinson plays during a concert at Phoenixs Crescent Ballroom.

North Mississippi Osborne lights up Crescent Ballroom

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
April 1, 2015
Ryan Giroux shot six people, killing one, at four locations in Mesa on March 18.

Shootings in Mesa lead to MCCCD school shutdowns

Jeremy Beren, Editor-in-Chief
March 18, 2015
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