Danny Shapiro

Danny Shapiro is a Phoenix native and 2014 graduate of Arizona State University. He spent 3 years covering athletics in Beaumont, Texas, before coming to KTAR and Arizona Sports in 2018. He has been KTAR's lead editor for digital content since 2021. Follow him on X @DannyShapiro13.

ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 4, 2021
Arizona horned rioter says only regret is entering Senate chamber

The Arizona man who stormed the Capitol sporting face paint, no shirt and a furry hat with horns said in an interview Thursday his only regret from the day was entering the Senate chamber.
ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 2, 2021
Vaccine appointments at 2 Arizona sites for 55 and up gone in 2 hours

The first batch of COVID-19 vaccine appointments for residents ages 55 and up at two state-run sites were filled in about two hours Tuesday afternoon, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services.
ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 2, 2021
Valley political analyst not surprised at Rep. Biggs’ interest in Senate run

A Valley political analyst said he isn't surprised by recent comments from Republican U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs indicating his interest at a Senate run in 2022.
ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 2, 2021
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey receives first dose of COVID-19 vaccine

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey announced Tuesday he received his first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine at the state-run site at State Farm Stadium in Glendale.
ARIZONA NEWS | Mar 1, 2021
Arizona opens vaccine eligibility to ages 55 and up at 2 state sites

Arizona announced another leap forward in its vaccination calendar Monday, opening eligibility at two state-run sites for anyone 55 years of age or older.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 26, 2021
Arizona health department adds vaccine eligibility tracker, more to site

The Arizona Department of Public Health has made additions to its website this week, including an eligibility tracker for those seeking the coronavirus vaccine.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 25, 2021
City of Surprise opens search for next police chief

Surprise has opened the application process for finding its next police chief, the city announced Wednesday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 25, 2021
Gilbert opens $85M police and firefighter training facility

Gilbert's $85 million police and firefighter training facility is now open after two years of construction, the city announced Wednesday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 24, 2021
Hoffman says Arizona schools can safely reopen with proper measures

Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman said Wednesday schools can safely reopen if they strictly follow outlined mitigation strategies.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 23, 2021
Arizona’s Sinema dons ‘dangerous creature’ sweater on Senate floor

U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema of Arizona is known for her nontraditional fashion choices and she unveiled another one Tuesday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 22, 2021
Arizona to make it easier for Medicaid members to receive COVID-19 vaccine

Arizona has launched an initiative aimed at expanding access for Medicaid members who want to receive the coronavirus vaccine at statewide drive-thru locations.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 19, 2021
Banner eases visitor restrictions as coronavirus metrics improve

Banner Health, Arizona's largest hospital system, eased visitor restrictions on Friday as coronavirus metrics in the state continue to improve.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 18, 2021
Arizona Small Business Association launches COVID-19 recovery program

The Arizona Small Business Association has launched a virtual initiative aimed at helping businesses recover from the coronavirus pandemic.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 17, 2021
Puppy struck by car in Arizona recovering, preparing for adoption

Crash, a 1-year-old puppy who was struck by a car in rural Arizona, is on the road to recovery and adoption.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 16, 2021
ASU planning to return to full in-person learning for fall semester

Arizona State University is planning a return to full in-person learning for the fall semester, the university announced Monday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 12, 2021
Northern Arizona expected to get snow storm, high winds this weekend

Plans for those heading north could be affected by heavy winds and snow that is forecast to fall in the high country Saturday night and Sunday morning.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 10, 2021
Arizona passes 1 million vaccine doses administered Wednesday, Ducey says

About two months after vaccine distribution began in Arizona, the total amount of doses administered in the state passed a million on Wednesday, according to Gov. Doug Ducey.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 10, 2021
UArizona makes top 20 on Forbes’ list of best large employers

The University of Arizona received strong praise in Forbes' annual list of America's best large employers.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 9, 2021
Allegiant adding summer route between Mesa Gateway, San Diego

Discount flyer Allegiant Air is adding a nonstop summer route between the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway and San Diego airports starting in May.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 8, 2021
UArizona planning to offer more in-person classes in 2 weeks

The University of Arizona is planning to offer more in-person classes in two weeks, citing lowering coronavirus numbers on campus and in Pima County.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2021
Phoenix Zoo’s Sumatran Tiger, Jai, makes pick for Super Bowl LV

Jai, a Sumatran Tiger from the Phoenix Zoo, believes he knows who is going to win Super Bowl LV on Sunday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 5, 2021
Here’s how to legally gamble on Super Bowl LV in Arizona

Although sports betting remains illegal in Arizona ahead of Super Bowl LV on Sunday, the state's gaming department says there are ways to legally skirt the rules and win money.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2021
Glendale Mayor Weiers undergoes successful heart bypass surgery

Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers underwent successful quintuple heart bypass surgery and is expected to make a full recovery, his office said Thursday in a statement.
ARIZONA NEWS | Feb 4, 2021
Airbnb supports Arizona bill to regulate short-term rentals

Online vacation rental company Airbnb supports proposed legislation that would enact penalties on short-term rental hosts who violate local nuisance, health and safety laws in Arizona.