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 | Jun 5, 2020
Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams joins downtown protesters

Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams on Friday joined in with protesters in downtown Phoenix who showed up for the ninth consecutive day in response to the killing of George Floyd.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 5, 2020
Maricopa County health official says spread of coronavirus has increased

Maricopa County's top public health official said Friday that coronavirus cases in metro Phoenix have increased and that it's not necessarily due to a testing jump.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 5, 2020
ASU, NAU release details about resuming on-campus classes in fall

Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University have released details about how they plan to bring students back to campus for classes in the fall amid the coronavirus outbreak.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 5, 2020
Data reveals at least 129 COVID-19 deaths in Arizona nursing homes

At least 129 residents have died from the coronavirus in Arizona nursing homes, according to newly released federal data that identifies facilities with cases.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 4, 2020
Ducey calls Floyd death ‘abhorrent,’ says Arizona will listen to protesters

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on Thursday called the death of George Floyd "tragic" and "abhorrent" and vowed to listen to those who want to have civil conversations in enacting change.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 4, 2020
Phoenix councilman says delayed police oversight vote disrupts progress

Phoenix City Councilman Carlos Garcia said Thursday that the decision to delay a budget vote that included funds for a civilian oversight board of the Phoenix Police Department disrupts progress regarding the hot-button issue.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2020
Arizona schools chief Hoffman expects challenge balancing distance, comfort

Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction Kathy Hoffman said Tuesday she expects it will be difficult for schools to balance physical distancing and comfort once in-person instruction resumes.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2020
Q&A with Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego on protests, curfew, coronavirus

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego joined KTAR News 92.3 FM's The Mike Broomhead Show on Wednesday to discuss protests, curfew and the coronavirus.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 2, 2020
Arizona Democrats request special session to address police reform

Arizona Democrats on Tuesday requested a special session to address police reform after the death of George Floyd while in custody sparked ongoing unrest in the country.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 2, 2020
Brush fire in Glendale forces closure of major road

A brush fire burning in Glendale forced the closure of a major road on Tuesday, authorities said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 2, 2020
Structures destroyed after Oak Flat Fire breaks out east of Phoenix

A fire burning about 70 miles east of downtown Phoenix destroyed at least two structures on Tuesday, officials said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 2, 2020
Sawtooth Fire forces evacuations for some residents in Queen Valley

An evacuation order was issued Tuesday for some residents in Queen Valley as crews battle the Sawtooth Fire.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2020
All Arizona counties have now reported at least 1 coronavirus death

All 15 Arizona counties have now reported at least one death due to coronavirus after Santa Cruz reported its first on Monday.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2020
Valley Metro closes stations in downtown Phoenix due to protests

Valley Metro said it closed stations in downtown Phoenix on Monday evening because of protests.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2020
Evacuation order to be lifted Tuesday for Ocotillo Fire in Cave Creek

An evacuation order will be lifted Tuesday at noon for Cave Creek residents affected by the Ocotillo Fire, authorities said.
ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 1, 2020
Phoenix Police Chief Williams: Curfew helped ID protesters from rioters

Phoenix Police Chief Jeri Williams said Monday Gov. Doug Ducey's weeklong statewide curfew has helped give her force clarity on who has protested peacefully about the death of George Floyd and who has showed up to cause trouble.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 30, 2020
Talking Stick Resort, Casino Arizona to reopen Monday with limited capacity

Talking Stick Resort and Casino Arizona will reopen at a limited capacity and increased safety measures at noon on Monday.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2020
Phoenix climbs to 110 degrees for first time this year, ties record heat for date

Phoenix recorded its first 110-degree day of the year on Friday and tied a daily record of 112 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 29, 2020
Metro Phoenix leaders condemn violent protest over George Floyd death

Metro Phoenix leaders condemned protests that turned violent at the Arizona State Capitol and police headquarters on Thursday night that centered around the death of George Floyd.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 28, 2020
Phoenix to receive another $100M federal grant for light rail extension

The city of Phoenix will receive another $100 million federal grant for a light rail extension, a Valley Metro spokeswoman confirmed Thursday.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 28, 2020
Gov. Ducey says organized youth sports can resume in Arizona

Gov. Doug Ducey announced Thursday that organized youth sports in Arizona can return.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 28, 2020
Grand Canyon park access to increase, including Colorado River trips

The National Park Service on Thursday announced plans to increase recreational access to Grand Canyon National Park, including the resumption of Colorado River trips.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 27, 2020
Top Arizona health official says to continue avoiding mass gatherings

Arizona's top health official said Wednesday that she is still encouraging people to avoid mass gatherings despite recent social media posts that showed crowded venues during Memorial Day weekend.
ARIZONA NEWS | May 27, 2020
Former Arizona health director upset with lack of social distancing

The former director of the ADHS said he was upset with photos from Memorial Day weekend that appeared to show a lack of social distancing.