One of Saturday’s college football playoff matches took place between Michigan and Texas Christian University in Glendale, site of the annual Fiesta Bowl. However, changes are expected to alter the tournament format in the near future.

It was a warm and sunny Christmas in Phoenix, with temperatures reaching the mid-70s. But winter weather in other parts of the country had a cascading effect that reached Sky Harbor airport.

If you’re catching a flight this holiday season, Eric Everts with Sky Harbor Airport says you’re in luck because flight delays are minimal in Phoenix and the recently opened extension of the Sky Train is making moving between terminals and the rental car center easier than ever.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport says it’s the first airport in the world to offer fully autonomous vehicle rides.
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The U.S. Forest Service issued a warning to visitors coming to the Coronado National Forest in southeastern Arizona.

The city of Tempe held a meeting this week detailing plans for a new Arizona Coyotes hockey arena and entertainment district. The City Council is expected to vote on whether to send the proposal to public referendum next week.

Grand Canyon National Park’s water supply moves through a pipeline that was built in the 1960s, but the planning process for upgrading that pipeline is moving forward. The pipeline breaks frequently during the course of a year, which can lead to water rationing on both sides of the Rim.

Earlier this month, the Tempe City Council agreed to consider a public vote for a proposed Arizona Coyotes hockey arena and entertainment district. Now, residents have the opportunity to see details of the proposal.

With the holiday season upon us, leaders in Sonora are taking a new tack this year: encouraging people traveling long distances to the U.S. border to stay in Hermosillo for a night.