
Jane Caffrey
News Reporter at KNXV-TV (Phoenix, AZ)
News reporter at @nbcconnecticut 7p weekdays. Past at @cnn and @nyunewsdoc. Documentary lover with a passion for Latin American stories.
Articles
-
1 week ago |
abc15.com | Jane Caffrey
TEMPE, AZ — A Valley school district is at risk of losing federal funding, according to the state superintendent. This stems from the conversation on diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI. The Trump administration is working to eliminate DEI policies in education and across the board. Now State Superintendent Tom Horne says the Kyrene School District could lose $1.5 million in federal funding because of DEI policy. Horne made the announcement Friday.
-
1 week ago |
abc15.com | Jane Caffrey
PHOENIX — The heat is here and there are several things you can do to protect yourself from the scorching sun. Hydration and shelter are two key factors to surviving the Arizona heat, but there are other things you should remember. As temperatures hit 100º and beyond, it's recommended to stay indoors, away from the sun... but it's not always possible. That's why sunscreen is essential to use while outside during the day.
-
3 weeks ago |
abc15.com | Jane Caffrey
PHOENIX — The man behind the wheel when two young women were hit on the emergency shoulder of U.S. 60 will not be released from jail before his trial. A judge denied the request Friday. ABC15 first reported on the deadly crash in October. Now the surviving victim is opening up for the first time about the crash, and losing her best friend. Rayme Barnes and Zoey Johnson drew dozens of supporters to the Maricopa County Superior Courthouse Friday afternoon. “Shred like Zoey!” a crowd cheered.
-
1 month ago |
abc15.com | Jane Caffrey
PHOENIX — Dozens of people gathered in Phoenix Thursday night to grieve the loss of a 22-year-old man. Police say Rafael Montoya died from injuries after a large fight broke out outside a nightclub early Sunday morning. Wearing black, friends and family members of Montoya joined together, lighting candles to keep the flicker of memories alive. “We go back in high school. He was literally part of our family,” Jessica Reyes, a friend, said.
-
1 month ago |
abc15.com | Jane Caffrey
GILBERT, AZ — As our Smart Shopper grocery series continues, we are looking at savings for the tiniest consumers!The month-long Baby Days savings event is going on at Walmart stores and online through March 31. It offers parents a one-stop-shop, not only on food items, but all things related to babies. One mother and daughter in Gilbert are on a mission to get everything they need before a new arrival. “I'm excited! I'm in my nesting period for sure,” Brianna Trevizo, Gilbert, said.
Journalists covering the same region

Hayleigh Evans
Weather Reporter at The Arizona Republic
Weather Reporter at USA Today
Hayleigh Evans primarily covers news in Phoenix, Arizona, United States and surrounding areas including Tempe and Scottsdale.

Kirsten Dorman
Field Correspondent at KJZZ-FM (Phoenix, AZ)
Kirsten Dorman primarily covers news in Phoenix, Arizona, United States and surrounding areas.

Mark Carlisle
News Editor at Independent Newsmedia
Associate Editor at Daily Independent
News Editor at Glendale Independent
Mark Carlisle primarily covers news in Phoenix, Arizona, United States and surrounding areas.

Joanna Allhands
Digital Opinions Editor at The Arizona Republic
Joanna Allhands primarily covers news in Phoenix, Arizona, United States and surrounding areas.

Monica Spencer
Freelance Writer and Photographer at Freelance
Reporter and Photographer at InMaricopa
Monica Spencer primarily covers news in Phoenix, Arizona, United States and surrounding areas.
Try JournoFinder For Free
Search and contact over 1M+ journalist profiles, browse 100M+ articles, and unlock powerful PR tools.
Start Your 7-Day Free Trial →Coverage map
X (formerly Twitter)
- Followers
- 1K
- Tweets
- 2K
- DMs Open
- No

A change of scenery this weekend! I had a fantastic time joining Justin Hobbs the incredible ABC15 weekend team to fill-in on the evening shows this week. Nice to connect with you from this perspective, Phoenix! https://t.co/UuUh21bS9d

What does it take to be a champion?! Many Diamondbacks fans remember how they felt watching the World Series win back in 2001 - and they want another. Who better knows how to get back to the series - than the hero of game 7? #Diamondbacks #OpeningDay2025 https://t.co/ofO6s32KOp

Prominent Phoenix attorney killed in Arcadia. Phoenix police officers were called to the scene around 8 a.m. Friday. When they arrived, they found a 51-year-old Artie Eaves shot in his driveway. Eaves brother is arrested as a suspect. https://t.co/bvCtCkNCkm https://t.co/KZCj9Q8iaZ