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Arizona college students fear Education Department layoffs could impact student aid
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — College is already a stressful time for students, and now there’s another hurdle they could soon face: the Trump Administration’s cuts to the U.S. Department of Education.
Arizona State University is the most expensive public university in the state, but it’s also one the schools that gives out the most financial aid.
Some students on campus say that without the financial support, some of their peers won’t be able to return to class next semester.
“There’s a lot of stress going around about people who no longer are going to be able to come back next semester, or at least are afraid that they won’t be able to come back next semester,” said student Sarah McCartan.
It comes after more than 300 people were let go from the Office of Federal Student Aid, a division that manages the federal student loan portfolio. Within hours of those layoffs, access to the online Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) went out.
“That happened for almost 24 hours where nobody could access the form. Nobody could submit the form. So that was kind of I think, a decent hint at what was likely to be more impacts,” said Matt Carpenter, educational consultant and founder at College Aid Pro.
It’s a change that’s giving educational consultant Matt Carpenter a bit of déjà vu after experiencing issues with FAFSA last year. “Kept getting delayed and so many families had such a hard time completing the form itself that, as a matter of fact, so many of meaningful percentages gave up,” he said.
It’s a real concern for Niabari Nwinee, a freshman studying computer science.
“My family, they were refugees from Nigeria,” she said. “I’m the first generation to be starting college in my family, so that’s a pretty big impact.”
Like 130,600 other Arizona college students, she received federal grants last school year. However, FAFSA is not only for need-based grants. A third of Arizona’s undergraduates who receive federal student loans must also fill out the application.
“I honestly feel like without the FAFSA application that wouldn’t have been able to been going to college or any or to ASU as a whole,” she said.
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Where to watch New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks: TV channel, start time, streaming for May 10
What to know about MLB’s ABS robot umpire strike zone system
MLB launches ABS challenge system as players test robot umpire calls in a groundbreaking season.
Baseball is back and finding what channel your favorite team is playing on has become a little bit more confusing since MLB announced plans to produce and distribute broadcasts for nearly a third of the league.
We’re here to help. Here’s everything you need to know Sunday as the New York Mets visit the Arizona Diamondbacks.
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What time is New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks?
First pitch between the Arizona Diamondbacks and New York Mets is scheduled for 4:10 p.m. (ET) on Sunday, May 10.
How to watch New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday
All times Eastern and accurate as of Sunday, May 10, 2026, at 6:33 a.m.
- Matchup: NYM at ARI
- Date: Sunday, May 10
- Time: 4:10 p.m. (ET)
- Venue: Chase Field
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona
- TV: DBACKS.TV and SportsNet New York
- Streaming: MLB.TV on Fubo
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MLB scores, results
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Drowning happens in seconds, Arizona safety experts warn as triple-digit temperatures arrive this week
GILBERT, AZ — As temperatures climb across Arizona, safety experts and parents say so does the risk around water.
“You brought them here for a reason, and you want them to keep safe at all times, and it’s the most precious things you have. Why, why would you not pay attention to them?” Ernesto Agüero said.
Agüero’s warning comes as families across the Valley head to pools and splash pads to beat the heat.
Experts say drowning can happen silently and within seconds.
“Drowning is silent. A lot of times it goes unnoticed, but it just takes seconds,” Jay Arthur, president of the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona, said.
The Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona says while child drowning deaths are down compared to recent years, the danger is far from over as summer begins. It comes as the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona (DPCA) hosted its annual “Tapping Into Water Safety” event. The event brought together organizations like the Salt River Project (SRP) and the Phoenix Fire Department.
“You have to watch the kids with your eyes. Eye-to-eye contact is critical. You can’t be on your phone. You can’t be talking to your friend,” Arthur said.
Advocates say one of the biggest misconceptions is thinking you’ll hear someone struggling in the water. Instead, they say prevention starts before a child even gets near the pool.
“Always appoint a water watcher when you have a group of people around water, and that would be an adult that’s responsible for watching the water and they’re not on their phone,” Tanya Hughes, SRP Community Activation Strategist, said.
Families say the reminders are especially important heading into another Arizona summer.
“You want them to be safe. You want them to know how to behave when they’re in the water,” Agüero said.
Experts say designated water watchers, pool barriers and swim lessons can make the difference. They also warn that distractions like phones or conversations can quickly become dangerous.
“Seconds matter; it is really important because a child can drown in just a matter of seconds,” Arthur said.
With more families potentially spending time in the water this weekend, advocates say now is the time to prepare.
“We’re telling you, we’re trying to stop this from happening,” Arthur said.
Arizona
Where to watch New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks: TV channel, start time, streaming for May 9
What to know about MLB’s ABS robot umpire strike zone system
MLB launches ABS challenge system as players test robot umpire calls in a groundbreaking season.
Baseball is back and finding what channel your favorite team is playing on has become a little bit more confusing since MLB announced plans to produce and distribute broadcasts for nearly a third of the league.
We’re here to help. Here’s everything you need to know Saturday as the New York Mets visit the Arizona Diamondbacks.
See USA TODAY’s sortable MLB schedule to filter by team or division.
What time is New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks?
First pitch between the Arizona Diamondbacks and New York Mets is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. (ET) on Saturday, May 9.
How to watch New York Mets vs Arizona Diamondbacks on Saturday
All times Eastern and accurate as of Saturday, May 9, 2026, at 6:32 a.m.
- Matchup: NYM at ARI
- Date: Saturday, May 9
- Time: 7:15 p.m. (ET)
- Venue: Chase Field
- Location: Phoenix, Arizona
- TV: FOX
- Streaming: MLB.TV on Fubo
Watch MLB all season long with Fubo
MLB regional blackout restrictions apply
MLB scores, results
MLB scores for May 9 games are available on usatoday.com . Here’s how to access today’s results:
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