Arizona
Dr. Jill Biden heading to Arizona for Harris-Walz campaign events
Dr. Jill Biden will be heading to Arizona later this week to campaign for Harris-Walz, marking one of several major events happening locally before the November election.
Dr. Biden is set to campaign in Yuma on Friday, Oct. 11, and in Phoenix on Saturday, Oct. 12, according to a new announcement on Tuesday morning.
More information about those events has yet to be released.
Arizona is one of several states on her campaign trip. She is also headed to Nevada, Michigan, Wisconsin and Pennsylvania.
Other campaign events are taking place in the Valley and around the state this week:
Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff is holding a campaign event in Phoenix on Tuesday.
The Trump Campaign is also hosting a rally in Phoenix on Tuesday with House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Florida’s U.S. Representative Byron Donalds, Florida’s U.S. Representative Cory Mills, and Missouri’s U.S. Representative Ann Wagner.
Senator JD Vance, the Republican vice presidential candidate, is coming to Mesa for a town hall event and Tucson on Wednesday.
Governor Tim Walz, the Democratic vice presidential candidate, is heading to the Valley on Wednesday for a veterans and military families event with Representative Ruben Gallego and Jim McCain, son of former Republican Arizona Senator John McCain. He will also deliver remarks in Tucson on Wednesday.
Early voting gets underway on Wednesday in Arizona.
ABC15 has a full voter guide and the latest election coverage here.
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Diana Taurasi, the iconic Phoenix Mercury player who spent her entire 20-year WNBA career with the team, was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame on April 9. Taurasi, a three-time WNBA champion and six-time Olympic gold medalist, was celebrated for her immense impact on the Mercury and women’s basketball in Arizona.
Why it matters
Taurasi’s induction into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame is a testament to her unparalleled achievements and legacy with the Phoenix Mercury. As one of the greatest players in WNBA history, her selection highlights the Mercury’s status as a premier franchise and the growth of women’s professional sports in the state.
The details
Taurasi was drafted by the Mercury as the No. 1 overall pick in 2004 and went on to lead the team to three WNBA championships in 2007, 2009, and 2014. She was named WNBA Finals MVP in 2009 and 2014, and WNBA MVP in 2009. Outside of the Mercury, Taurasi represented the U.S. national team, winning six Olympic gold medals, the most of any U.S. basketball player.
- Taurasi was inducted into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame on April 9, 2026.
- Taurasi will be inducted into the Mercury’s Ring of Honor on August 16, 2026.
The players
Diana Taurasi
A legendary WNBA player who spent her entire 20-year career with the Phoenix Mercury, leading the team to three championships and winning six Olympic gold medals with the U.S. national team.
Penny Taylor
Taurasi’s wife and former teammate on the Phoenix Mercury.
Jerry Colangelo
The former owner of the Phoenix Mercury who Taurasi credits for setting the team on a path to success and longevity.
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What they’re saying
“It’s just incredible. Being here for 20 years now, it’s home. Thinking back on all the things we’ve accomplished when we came in 2004, winning championships, making sure that the Phoenix Mercury were the gold standard in the WNBA.”
— Diana Taurasi, WNBA Player
“It’s the fans who did it all. We have the most loyal and amazing fans of all time. The X-Factor was always there. No matter what kind of season we were having, they were always there supporting us and building that community. It’s definitely a treat.”
— Diana Taurasi, WNBA Player
“He kind of set the path to the winning, to the longevity in being here because he’s that type of guy.”
— Diana Taurasi, WNBA Player
What’s next
Taurasi will be inducted into the Phoenix Mercury’s Ring of Honor on August 16, 2026, joining other franchise legends.
The takeaway
Diana Taurasi’s induction into the Arizona Sports Hall of Fame solidifies her status as one of the greatest players in WNBA history and a true icon of women’s basketball in the state. Her two-decade tenure with the Mercury, three championships, and six Olympic gold medals have cemented her legacy as a transformative figure who helped elevate the sport to new heights.
Arizona
Where to watch Arizona Diamondbacks vs. New York Mets: Live stream, start time, TV channel, odds for Thursday, April 9
The Arizona Diamondbacks (6-6), tied for second in the NL West, face the New York Mets (7-5), tied for second in the NL East, with the Mets favored at -160 odds. The starting pitchers are Eduardo Rodriguez for Arizona (0.00 ERA), and Nolan McLean for New York, with a 2.61 ERA. The over/under is set at 7 runs.
How to Watch Arizona Diamondbacks vs. New York Mets
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Time: 7:10 p.m. ET / 4:10 p.m. PT
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Where: Citi Field, Flushing, Queens, NY
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TV Channels: SNY, Dbacks.TV, MLB Network
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Team records
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Arizona Diamondbacks: 6-6 (tied for second in NL West)
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New York Mets: 7-5 (tied for second in NL East)
Odds (via BetMGM)
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Spread: New York Mets -1.5
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Moneyline: New York Mets -160 (59.1%) / Arizona Diamondbacks +135 (40.9%)
Starting pitchers
Arizona Diamondbacks: Eduardo Rodriguez (0-0; ERA: 0.00; K: 8; WHIP: 0.92)
New York Mets: Nolan McLean (1-0; ERA: 2.61; K: 12; WHIP: 0.87)
Weather: 44°F at first pitch
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