David Iversen
David Iversen is a Phoenix-based journalist and digital content editor. He’s a veteran reporter who has covered everything from local politics to national investigations, writing for FOX, The New York Times, Business Insider, and other outlets. David’s previous work is in DuPont-winning podcasts, Emmy-nominated documentaries on Apple, Starz, CNN and Paramount+. Before his documentary work, he was an investigative journalist for ABC.
When he’s not chasing a story, David enjoys hiking, photography and chasing his young daughter around playgrounds.
Expertise
- News gathering & writing
- Broadcast
- Documentary video & photography
- Simpsons trivia
Education
- Columbia University – Master’s in Journalism
- St. Cloud State University – Bachelor’s in Rhetorical Science
Achievements & Awards
- Father to a super cool baby girl
- DuPont Award, The Line
- Emmy Nomination, The Line
- Edward R. Murrow Award
Social Media Profiles
- X: @daviivers
- BlueSky: @daviivers
- Instagram: @welivethere_
- Threads: @welivethere_
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Sep 30, 2026Adrian Fontes, Alex Kolodin meet for final secretary of state debate before election
The rivals face off over mail-in voting, voter ID requirements and election security a week before early ballots go out.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Sep 29, 2026Snowbowl gets 2 inches of early-season snow
Arizona Snowbowl near Flagstaff reported 2 inches of snow Sept. 29. The early dusting didn’t last, but ski season is scheduled to begin Nov. 20.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2026Phoenix man gets 6 years in prison after 50-pound meth bust
Investigators also found nearly 3,500 fentanyl pills, cocaine, heroin and six guns during a search of his home.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 29, 2026Man found dead in Phoenix canal was driver in nearby crash, police say
Police identified the man as Nicholas Anderson, 43. Witnesses reported seeing the driver enter the canal after fleeing a crash near 75th Avenue and Camelback Road.
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ARIZONA RESTAURANT NEWS | Sep 29, 20267 Brew wins approval to buy 36 Arizona Salad and Go locations
A $123.5 million sale covers 63 leases in four states. See the Arizona addresses included and what's next as the bankruptcy sale moves toward closing.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2026Grand Canyon tour company sues over fees following Donald Trump order
Phoenix-based Across Arizona Tours says higher national park fees for international visitors are costing it customers and exceed federal agencies’ authority.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Sep 28, 2026Phoenix offers free sand bags at 9 parks ahead of monsoon storms
Find pickup locations to prepare for possible flooding. Residents must bring their own bags and shovels.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 28, 2026ASU hockey players dispute review of Matthew Mayich collapse, seek coaching changes
Seven players anonymously reported that heat safety rules were ignored during the workout and want coaches replaced while an independent investigation examines the collapse.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Sep 28, 2026Soda chain Swig bids $5.4 million for 8 Arizona locations in Salad and Go bankruptcy
The purchase of 41 other Arizona locations by 7 Brew is still awaiting final approval.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 26, 2026Woman hospitalized, 2 in custody after gun sale leads to shooting outside Mesa Bass Pro Shops
Police said a male and a female were in custody after the Thursday afternoon shooting. The injured woman’s condition was unknown.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Sep 25, 2026Adrian Fontes rejects voter purges after SCOTUS election ruling
Arizona's secretary of state says SAVE can help verify citizenship for a full ballot, but his office double-checks results to protect eligible voters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 25, 2026Globe mayor says city is ‘open’ a year after deadly flooding
Mayor Al Gameros says $24M in federal funding has deepened Globe waterways and nearly all downtown businesses hit by flooding have reopened.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 25, 2026Man accused of attacking son-in-law’s killer in Phoenix courtroom
Alberto Ontiveros-Sanchez allegedly punched Abel Uribe 4-5 times in the head after speaking at the hearing. He faces aggravated assault, was released.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Sep 25, 2026Watch out for these Phoenix-area freeway closures as crews stay busy this weekend
Plan alternative routes across the Valley as widening, paving and bridge work shut down sections of Loop 101, Loop 202, Loop 303 and SR 51 this weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 24, 2026State Rep. Walt Blackman calls for oversight before more prison cooling funding
A $131 million request would add air conditioning to eight units at Lewis and Tucson prisons, with construction completed by 2031.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 24, 2026Phoenix police arrest 14-year-old in suspected ‘door kick challenge’ case
Police say the boy caused $10,000 in damage to a home. Investigators linked him to two stolen vehicles; he faces criminal damage and vehicle allegations.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 24, 2026Border wall crews damaged ancient Arizona geoglyph now dated to 6,500 years
Once pegged at 1,000 years, the Las Playas Intaglio is now the oldest dated geoglyph in the Americas, roughly 1,500 years older than Stonehenge.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Sep 23, 2026‘You lied’: Kris Mayes, Warren Petersen trade accusations in bitter attorney general debate
The Democrat and Republican split on immigration enforcement, the state's lawsuits against Washington and water as the Nov. 3 election nears.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 23, 2026Ex-bodyguard in Kyrsten Sinema ‘homewrecker’ case accused of wrecking her Cave Creek home
Deputies say Matthew Ammel threatened to destroy a painting every 10 minutes unless Sinema posted a video to X, causing an estimated $200K in damage. He's now charged with a felony.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Sep 23, 2026Kris Mayes, Adrian Fontes ask US attorney to act on alleged voter data misuse
A whistleblower says DHS diverted fraud staff to an "Unlawful Voter Initiative." Kris Mayes and Adrian Fontes warn it may violate a court order and privacy laws.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 23, 2026Phoenix police investigating claim of excessive force during west Phoenix traffic stop
An attorney says officers pulled De'Yante Smith from his car by his hair and punched him. Police say he resisted. Body cam hasn't been released.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 23, 2026Avondale opens transitional homes to help homeless families find permanent housing
The $3 million Family Bridge Homes project offers six two-bedroom homes plus case management and support services from nonprofit A New Leaf.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 22, 2026Migrant hostage plot lands Arizona man in prison for 13 years
Armed men abducted six migrants in the desert and screwed their door shut each night. Undercover agents paid a $16,000 ransom before arresting those involved.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Sep 22, 202618 endangered black-footed ferrets released in northern Arizona
The captive-born black-footed ferrets were flown in from Colorado, and Arizona Game and Fish is seeking volunteers to help monitor them this fall.