This year’s Fiesta Bowl Parade grand marshal is WWE star Nikki Bella. Bella, a two-time WWE Divas Champion and the longest-reigning titleholder in the division’s history. She was raised in Arizona and is a Chaparral High School graduate. There is no cost to watch the parade in person.

PHOENIX – College football has always lived in the space between logic and belief, and that includes this years Fiesta Bowl prediction. Film study and fourth-down analytics coexist with lucky jerseys and superstition.

The Miami Hurricanes are heading to the College Football Playoff Championship game after a thrilling victory,.

Tourism officials say the 2026 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl is kicking off a high-profile events season that provides both a significant economic boost and free advertising for the state's year-round amenities.

Motorists in the West Valley should expect a extra heavy commute on Thursday evening due to the Fiesta Bowl between Ole Miss and Miami.

Zoom in: The Arizona Department of Transportation is warning commuters to expect heavy rush hour traffic on westbound Interstate 10 in Phoenix and the Loop 101 in Glendale. Those attending the game are encouraged to arrive well ahead of the 5:30pm kickoff. Parking lots open at 11am.

The Miami Hurricanes came into the Fiesta Bowl media day with a certain confidence as they spoke in measured tones, confirming the same idea around their roster, as they are set to play physical, disciplined,

If you plan on driving in the central Phoenix area this weekend, watch out for street restrictions related to the Fiesta Bowl Parade.

We're highlighting recent top stories and the latest forecast to start your day on this Friday, January 9, 2026.

Erik Moses of the Fiesta Sports Foundation talked to The Arizona Republic about the game's future amid a changing college football landscape.