University of Arizona quietly returns to 'U of A' branding; ASU student says 'that's hilarious'

You might remember in 2019 that the University of Arizona was mocked for rebranding as “UArizona." Well, now the university says it's back to using “U of A," and ASU students aren't staying quiet about the change.

University of Arizona quietly returns to 'U of A' branding
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You might remember in 2019 that the University of Arizona was mocked for rebranding as ?UArizona." Well, now the university says it's back to using ?U of A," and ASU students aren't staying quiet about the change. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has more.

ASU denies ties to Trump rally shooter
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Rumors about the suspect who attempted to assassinate former U.S. President Donald Trump are spreading on social media. That includes a rumor that says Thomas Matthew Crooks may have some sort of tie to Arizona State University. ASU President Michael Crow says that's unfounded and false.

Former Buckeye teacher accused of luring, kidnapping | Crime Files

A former middle school teacher in the West Valley is accused of luring and kidnapping a female student, according to Buckeye Police.

Biden makes gaffes during news conference; marijuana recall in Arizona | Nightly Roundup

From what happened during President Joe Biden's NATO news conference to an ex-West Valley teacher who is now arrested and accused of luring a student, here's a look at some of our top stories.

Teens learn more about police officer work in camp
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Teens in the Phoenix area have been putting their skills to the test, as they learn what it takes to be a Phoenix Police officer. FOX 10's Dominique Newland visited the youth experience camp on their last day, and has this report.

Helen's Hope Chest gets kids ready for school
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Summer vacation ends in a couple weeks which means back to school season is in full gear. While parents may help their kids get prepared for the classroom, a nonprofit in Mesa is stepping in to help foster children. FOX 10's Dominique Newland visited Helen's Hope Chest for this story.

Most Johns Hopkins medical students will no longer pay tuition

Most medical students at Johns Hopkins University will no longer pay tuition, and many will also have their living expenses and fees covered, too.

Politics & 'Hamilton' the play | Newsmaker
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In this week?s Newsmaker, FOX 10?s Christina Carilla fills in for John Hook. First, she chats with HighGround, Inc.?s Chuck Coughlin about the state of the Democratic party as there are calls for President Joe Biden to drop out of the 2024 race against former President Donald Trump. In the second segment, she chats with Blaine Alden Krauss who plays Alexander Hamilton in the play ?Hamilton? as the show has a month-long residency at ASU Gammage.

College confidence crisis: Is a degree still worth it?

A new poll from Gallup and the Lumina Foundation reveals the public's confidence in higher education.

Salvation Army Backpack SOS
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FOX 10 is teaming up with the Salvation Army and Fry's once again for the Backpack SOS drive. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more on the school supply donation drive, which kicks off on July 8.

Tucson man gets 16-month prison term for threatening mass shooting at University of Arizona

Prosecutors said 27-year-old Michael Pengchung Lee, who was not a student at the university in Tucson, pleaded guilty in April to transmitting threats through interstate communications.

Oklahoma's top education official orders Bible instruction in public schools

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has mandated Bible instruction in public schools for grades 5 through 12, causing backlash from civil rights groups and uncertainty about his authority to enforce the order.

Asteroid samples collected by University of Arizona researchers show surprising discovery

Findings from the sample taken off a near-earth asteroid, Bennu, have been studied by researchers at University of Arizona and have revealed some surprising discoveries so far.