About
Kevin Stone is KTAR’s Senior Web Content Editor. He is a seasoned journalist who was born in New York and grew up in Phoenix. He got his start doing agate for the Mesa Tribune sports section — remember newspapers? — in the 1990s while completing his print journalism degree. He went on to work for The Dallas Morning News as a copy editor and page designer for the paper’s award-winning sports section before spending nearly a decade in various positions with ESPN.com. He returned to the Valley in 2013 and joined the KTAR News digital team in 2018. His favorite activities are collecting records, going to concerts and sporting events, and dining out with his beautiful wife.
Expertise
- News and sports writing and editing
- Social media management
- Wordle wizardry
Education
- University of Arizona – Bachelor’s degree in general studies with minors in English, sociology and psychology.
- Arizona State University – Bachelor’s degree in journalism.
Social Media Profiles
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 11, 2024Théa Mediterranean Rooftop set to open atop new Global Ambassador hotel in Phoenix
The Global Ambassador’s crowning dining experience, Théa Mediterranean Rooftop, will make its debut six weeks after the rest of Sam Fox’s first hotel project opened in Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 10, 2024White Castle to open its first West Valley hamburger restaurant
Five years after White Castle entered the Arizona market, the beloved hamburger shop is planning to open its first West Valley location.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 10, 2024Another blast of cold air to hit metro Phoenix this week, but relief is in sight
Valley residents should brace for another blast of chilly air this week before temperatures return to normal for this time of year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 10, 2024Tempe working with developers to revitalize historic Danelle Plaza shopping center
Tempe officials are working with developers to revitalize the historic Danelle Plaza shopping center, home of the iconic Yucca Tap Room.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 9, 2024Here’s how much Ruben Gallego, Kari Lake raised last quarter in Arizona’s Senate race
Democratic U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego outraised Kari Lake by over $1 million during the Republican's first quarter as a candidate in Arizona's 2024 U.S. Senate race.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 9, 2024Waymo to start testing rider-only vehicles on Phoenix-area freeways
Metro Phoenix motorists could soon see autonomous vehicles with nobody in the driver’s seat traveling on area freeways, Waymo announced Monday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 9, 2024Metallica announces marching band competition winners, but Valley high school falls short
A Valley marching band didn’t win ‘em all, but “The Memory Remains” of reaching the finals of Metallica’s “For Whom the Band Tolls!” competition.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 8, 2024Metro Phoenix eviction filings surged to near-record level last year
A near-record number of eviction filings were recorded in metro Phoenix in 2023, authorities said, up more than 15,000 from the previous year.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 5, 2024Grand Canyon University, already fined $37.7M, faces new federal inquiry
Another front has opened in the battle between the federal government and Phoenix-based Grand Canyon University.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 5, 2024Winter storm set to hit Arizona with rain, snow, cold temperatures
A winter storm is expected to drop temperatures and possibly bring rain to the Valley and snow to Arizona's high country.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 5, 2024Cox agrees to pay $13M to settle Arizona lawsuit over deceptive cable fees
Cox Communications reached a $13 million settlement with the state of Arizona over deceptive cable fees, but it won't be much of a windfall for customers.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 4, 2024Lottery ticket from East Valley gas station wins $500K as Arizona’s 2024 hot streak continues
Arizona's latest big lottery win came in the form of a Powerball ticket worth $500,000 sold in Apache Junction.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 4, 2024Lukeville Port of Entry on Arizona-Mexico border reopens after monthlong closure
After a controversial closure and heavy pushback from Arizona officials, the Lukeville Port of Entry reopened Thursday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2024New West Valley pickleball venue to celebrate grand opening with charity tournament
A new West Valley pickleball venue is hosting a charity tournament later this month as part of its grand opening celebration.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 3, 2024Grand Canyon National Park officials warn about dangers of rodent poison after bobcat death
Officials are reminding the public that rodent poison is banned at Grand Canyon National Park after a bobcat was found dead in the area.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jan 2, 2024Phoenix slides into 2024 with bouts of rain, near-freezing temperatures in forecast
After one of the hottest and driest years on record, Phoenix is in for a cold and wet start to 2024.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2023Sec. Adrian Fontes explains why Donald Trump remains eligible for Arizona ballot
There's no current legal reason for Arizona to keep Donald Trump off its ballot in 2024, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes said Friday.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2023Gas prices spike overnight by more than 10 cents in parts of Arizona, including Valley
Many Arizona motorists received an unpleasant surprise at the pump Friday, as gas prices jumped overnight by more than a dime in some regions.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 29, 2023Phoenix-area weather ‘looking pretty good’ for New Year’s weekend
Valley revelers should be able to ring in the new year without worrying too much about the weather, according to forecasters.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 28, 2023Endangered Species Act has been protecting Arizona animals, plants for 50 years
The Endangered Species Act has made a significant impact on Arizona wildlife since the landmark law was enacted 50 years ago.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 27, 2023SRP to close portions of 2 canals in west Phoenix, Glendale for maintenance work
Stretches of two canals in west Phoenix and Glendale will be closed and drained for maintenance work starting next month, according to Salt River Project.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 27, 2023Eclectic Paradise Valley estate with million-dollar closet listed for $20M
A Paradise Valley estate known for its eclectic interior design, million-dollar closet and award-winning garden was listed with a $20 million price tag.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 22, 2023Phoenix provides update on those relocated when Zone homeless encampment was cleared
Phoenix officials provided an update about the status of people who had to move when The Zone homeless encampment was cleared.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Dec 22, 2023Green Party qualifies for upcoming primary and general elections in Arizona
The Arizona Green Party submitted enough signatures in time to qualify for next year's primary and general elections.