SuElen Rivera is a web content editor and writer for KTAR.com employed with Bonneville Phoenix since March 2021. As a Valley native she covers numerous topics, including local crime, business, border security, immigration and politics. SuElen focused her digital journalism degree around international relations, which she obtained from Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism in 2019. Outside of the newsroom, she is passionate about global politics and high-profile U.S. court cases.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 8, 2023Autism evaluation, therapy clinic opens first East Valley location
A clinic offering autism diagnostic services and ABA therapy is expanding its presence in the Valley with the opening of a new clinic in Gilbert.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jun 3, 2023Family-owned Taqueria Factory to open 2nd location in Chandler
A family-owned Mexican restaurant is set to expand in the Valley, with its second location opening in south Chandler later this month.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 31, 2023Arizona Snowbowl concludes longest winter season in ski resort’s history
Arizona Snowbowl concluded its longest winter season in the Flagstaff ski resort's history on Monday, officials said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 30, 2023Arizona Gov. Hobbs vetoes bill that sought to ban photo radar on state roads
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoed a Republican bill last week that sought to ban the use of photo enforcement systems on state roads.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 24, 2023Arizona travel for Memorial Day expected to near record levels, AAA says
As travelers in Arizona prepare for the holiday weekend, officials are advising to plan ahead and for extra time as travel nationwide is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 23, 2023Picklemall to debut 24-court facility at Arizona Mills in Tempe this July
In its nationwide debut, Picklemall will open the doors to its indoor facility in Tempe this summer.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 22, 20234 rural development projects in Arizona get federal funding
Four rural development projects in Arizona are set to receive federal financial assistance to improve infrastructure in state communities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 21, 2023Pilot program helps Arizona family court litigants without lawyers
A pilot program recently launched in the Valley that will give self-represented litigants an easier way to litigate their family court case.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 20, 2023Food for the Hungry moving global headquarters into downtown Phoenix high-rise
Humanitarian group Food for the Hungry announced Wednesday its global office headquarters will soon open in downtown Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 17, 2023Chandler approves sale of water storage capacity to Avondale
Chandler last week approved the sale of water storage capacity to a West Valley city as it prepares for a local aquifer in 2024.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 16, 2023Ground breaks on HonorHealth cardiovascular center in Scottsdale
Construction began Monday on an advanced cardiovascular center in Scottsdale set to be fully operational in 2025.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 13, 2023Dave & Buster’s opening 1st Queen Creek entertainment location
Dave & Busters is expanding its presence in the Valley with the opening of its first Queen Creek location next week.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 11, 2023Halo Top to open pop-up ice cream ‘un-gym’ in Scottsdale this weekend
A popular ice cream company will temporarily open up a not-a-gym circuit, where visitors can enjoy ice cream after a rather lax workout.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 10, 2023Ground breaks on Portico luxury condos in Scottsdale, which are set to open in 2024
A groundbreaking event was held Tuesday for luxury condos set to open next year in the mixed-use development One Scottsdale.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 10, 2023Global Ambassador hotel in Phoenix with 5 restaurants targets November opening
The Global Ambassador luxury hotel in Phoenix is slated to open in mid-November, bringing five original restaurants to the Valley.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 9, 2023Yuma mayor Nicholls hopeful about state’s end of Title 42 plan as surge in migrants continues
Yuma Mayor Doug Nicholls said that even though much uncertainty will come with the end of Title 42 on Thursday, he's hopeful about the state's plan to mitigate difficulties.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 9, 2023Maricopa County approves nearly $5M to support refugee services
Maricopa County approved nearly $5 million last week to support nonprofits serving refugees in the Valley, officials announced.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 5, 2023Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson announces Phoenix stop on Final Lap Tour this summer
American rapper Curtis Jackson, professionally known as 50 Cent, announced a stop in Phoenix on his upcoming tour this summer.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 3, 2023
Arizona AG Kris Mayes joins amicus brief in Texas abortion pill case
Attorney General Kris Mayes on Tuesday announced Arizona has joined a multistate coalition that works to protect medication abortion access.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 3, 2023Ground breaks on 100-bed temporary housing facility in Phoenix
A groundbreaking ceremony was held Tuesday for a temporary housing facility in Phoenix that will be used to assist older adults experiencing homelessness.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 2, 2023Jonas Brothers announce Phoenix stop on upcoming tour
The Jonas Brothers announced a stop in Phoenix this summer on their latest tour, where they'll find themselves performing five albums each night.
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ARIZONA NEWS | May 2, 2023Maricopa County Home and Garden Show returning to WestWorld of Scottsdale this weekend
The Maricopa County Home and Garden show is returning to the Valley this weekend, allowing visitors the chance to shop for home improvement and design products and services.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 27, 2023Maricopa County grants $3.8M for heat relief to help homeless population
Maricopa County on Wednesday approved $3.8 million in funding to assist in heat relief for the homeless population.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Apr 26, 2023Co-op launches to help metro Phoenix residents, businesses use solar energy
A co-op was launched this week to help metro Phoenix residents and businesses use solar energy.