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 NEWS | Jul 29, 2026Phoenix’s Rhythm Room to close after 35 years as owner announces retirement
The beloved blues venue will host a farewell season of shows starting Aug. 27 before shutting its doors for good on May 30, 2027.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 29, 2026Man in medical distress dies after Phoenix police respond to apartment disturbance
The 42-year-old had self-inflicted injuries and a body temperature of 107 degrees. The Homicide Unit is investigating.
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ARIZONA HEALTH NEWS | Jul 29, 2026Maricopa County drives nation-leading West Nile virus outbreak with 47 cases, 5 deaths
Arizona has recorded 61 infections statewide, nearly double last year's pace. Peak mosquito season doesn't arrive until August.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 28, 2026Katie Hobbs dodges debate question twice, says she’d rather meet voters face to face
"I am not going to make any news about debates today," the governor said.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 28, 2026Katie Hobbs won’t rule out Republican as her pick for Arizona’s 1st lieutenant governor
The governor says party won't disqualify anyone from the historic pick. Both Katie Hobbs and Andy Biggs face a Sept. 4 deadline to name their running mates.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Jul 28, 2026APS sets all-time electricity demand record as extreme heat strains Arizona power grid
APS hit 9,053 megawatts of demand Friday but says it had enough reserves to keep up. A federal emergency order did not affect the utility.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 28, 2026Judge kicks anti-union measure off Arizona ballot, citing constitutional violation
The Republican-backed proposal would have banned collective bargaining for government workers and blocked school districts from supporting union activities.
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ARIZONA BUSINESS | Jul 28, 2026Arizona unemployment rises despite faster job growth
Economist Zach Milne says Arizona’s 4.9% unemployment rate may reflect more workers entering the labor market as key sectors add jobs.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 27, 2026Meghan McCain says brother has ‘no interest in public office’ after turning down Lt. governor role
Meghan McCain laughs off brother's lieutenant governor offer from Hobbs as Biggs courts McCain Republicans in the general election.
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ARIZONA WEATHER NEWS | Jul 27, 2026Arizona utilities shatter energy demand records amid extreme heat
SRP and APS both hit all-time peak energy demand on July 24 as extreme heat pushed the Phoenix metro area to record electricity consumption.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 27, 2026Republican Jay Feely courts independents with affordability pitch in House race
In the northeast Valley race, Jay Feely says independents are key as he pushes tax cuts while Amish Shah targets tariffs, housing and health care costs.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 24, 2026Marine veteran Senator Ruben Gallego warns Iran war has no endgame
The Arizona senator says a conventional victory would cost tens of thousands of lives and faults Trump for a strategy built on hope.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 24, 2026Weekend construction closes lanes on four Valley freeways
Loop 101, SR 51, Loop 303 and Loop 202 all lose lanes from Friday night to 5 a.m. Monday. ADOT lists detours through Tempe, north Phoenix and Gilbert.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 23, 2026State Route 51 construction to bring weeks of around-the-clock delays
Northbound lanes narrow from four to two starting July 27, so drivers should plan alternative routes to avoid the worst of the seven-week delay.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 22, 2026Man convicted of felony assault for punching woman at No Kings protest in Prescott Valley
A Dewey man faces more than three years in prison for punching a woman unconscious at a 2025 No Kings protest.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 22, 2026Remains found in Grand Canyon identified as hiker missing since 2012
Remains found in the Grand Canyon have been identified as William Ott, who went missing while hiking in May 2012.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 22, 2026Matt Orlando wins Chandler Mayor’s race as challenger Jeff Weninger concedes
The longtime councilmember and retired Air Force colonel defeated state Rep. Jeff Weninger by 17 points in Chandler's first open mayoral race since 2018.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 22, 2026Solange Whitehead takes early lead in Scottsdale City Council primary
The incumbent councilwoman holds 17.7% of early votes in an eight-candidate field competing for three open seats.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 22, 2026Warren Petersen called as winner in GOP primary for Arizona attorney general
After defeating Rodney Glassman in a bruising and expensive contest, the Arizona Senate president will face Democratic incumbent Kris Mayes in November.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 21, 2026Alex Kolodin tops former state party chair in secretary of state primary race
The Scottsdale lawmaker beat former state party Chair Gina Swoboda and advances to face Democratic incumbent Adrian Fontes in November.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 21, 2026Before polls close, Katie Hobbs targets Andy Biggs on primary night
The governor used a volunteer event to road-test general election attacks, hitting the Republican on healthcare cuts and rural hospital closures.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 20, 2026Pop-punk band All Time Low to perform at Arizona State Fair
The Oct. 10 Coliseum Concert includes fair admission, with presale tickets starting July 23 and public sales July 24.
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ARIZONA ELECTION NEWS | Jul 17, 2026Katie Hobbs sets up $7.4M campaign operation, shrinking cash lead over Andy Biggs
New filings show Katie Hobbs spent millions in three months while Andy Biggs posted his best fundraising quarter yet, leaving the two nearly even in cash.
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ARIZONA TRAFFIC | Jul 17, 2026SR 51, Loop 202 Santan Freeway closures return with new stretches shut down this weekend
Traffic detours are in place as pavement and widening projects shut freeway lanes from Friday night through Monday morning across the Phoenix area.