Arizona Dems benefit from historic electoral bloodbath across the country
Arizona Democrats are poised to elect members of their party to all five statewide offices.
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Phoenix voters share a mix of hope and anxiety after leaving the polls
As Arizona voters grabbed lunch in downtown Phoenix on Election Day, many were hungry for the evening's results.
311’s Nick Hexum on new music, AI and the band’s return to Phoenix
'Creatively, we're in a back-to-basics kind of mode.'
Phoenix restaurants offer discounts for voters on Election Day
Keep that "I Voted" sticker handy for discounts at Valley restaurants.
Taurid meteor showers light up Arizona this week. When to look
The annual celestial show offers a chance to catch some of the brightest shooting stars of the year.
How long do election results take in Arizona? What to know
It takes an average of 13 days to count all votes in Arizona. The only thing that's changed is we became a swing state.
On private call, Arizona GOP candidates voice worry over Election Day prospects
The call included Andy Biggs, Warren Petersen, who is the party’s nominee for attorney general and Jay Feely running in Congressional District 1.
Officials reassure voters they’ll be able to vote without intimidation on Election Day
On Tuesday, 254 polling locations will open countywide at 6 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. in the nation's third-largest voting jurisdiction.
Phoenix New Times kicks off end-of-year membership drive
We're asking for a little help to keep delivering the news.
Nonpartisan, sentient, life-size ballot wants you to vote safely, without interference
The character Envelope, created by Abby Galvin six years ago, promotes voting especially among young people in Maricopa County.
2 Phoenix spots named among the best Indian restaurants in the country
A couple of casual Valley eateries have earned the national spotlight.
SNAP theft leaves Arizonans in need with few options
"They used all my benefits." Within minutes of it reaching her account, one Phoenix mom's grocery budget was stolen.
How ‘La Catrina’ became the iconic symbol of Día de Los Muertos
A U.S. exhibition made the Mexican image a global sensation.
Before Congress and the governor’s race, Andy Biggs had Sharon Slater
From a 2002 endorsement to a 2026 campaign donation, Biggs and Slater have championed removing civil rights for LGBTQ+ people.
Biggs has ties to an activist who fights against civil rights in Africa
Using her AZ nonprofit Sharon Slater fought for laws in Africa that landed gay people in prison. Locals told us what it’s like.
Don’t miss out: These are November’s hottest concerts in Phoenix
Alt-rock legends, pop superstars, hip-hop heavyweights and underground favorites fill the Valley's concert calendar.
Mask and all: Orville Peck danced through the pain — and the rain — in Phoenix
Peck's songs are both bubbly and heartbreaking. A pre-Halloween crowd got in the spirit.
Apache County’s ’24 election was worse than reported. It faces another test at the polls.
In '20 and '22 the Nation filed lawsuits against Apache County to extend polling hours, a result of voting sites opening late.
Sheridan makes first public statement about rape of Congressional candidate
The sheriff said he remains committed to following every lead, gathering the facts, and conducting a comprehensive investigation.
Rectums, petting zoos and indifference to death in the state’s prisons
A corrections union official demanded that Gov. Katie Hobbs change policy immediately before more people die violently.
Private equity is buying up methadone clinics – access isn’t getting easier
Methadone is one of the most effective medications for opioid use disorder, cutting the fatal overdose risk by roughly half.
It’s the State Fair’s final weekend. What to eat before the rides go dark
If you brave the rain for the fair's last few days, warm up with a cup of pozole or Hot Cheeto pickle pizza.
Why a beloved Tempe haunted house isn’t open this Halloween
For 26 years, a Tempe couple has transformed their home into a Halloween nightmare. This year, things are different.
Phoenix earns perfect score for likely electoral hijinks and manipulation
Only three counties had the ignominious honor of scoring 100, the highest possible score, on the organization’s heat map.
After lawsuit, Maricopa County reinstates 25 voters flagged in citizenship check
With voting underway, Mayes asked a judge to order that the voters be fully reinstated and be mailed ballots immediately.
The best haunted houses and Halloween displays in Phoenix
Valley haunts serve up killer clowns, possessed dolls, undead hordes and plenty of things that go bump in the night.
Peek inside Hero, the new restaurant opening at Phoenix’s Rainbow Road
The colorful eatery opens inside downtown's Mario Kart-themed building this week. Here's what to expect.
10 scary moments in Phoenix concert history
Riots, fires, dead animal parts ... Phoenix has had its fair share of shocking concert incidents.
‘Scary’ cuts to aid prompt return of Halloween food drive
Dozens of Phoenix restaurants, bars and shops will collect pantry goods this weekend.
The best neighborhoods for trick-or-treating in metro Phoenix
Big candy hauls and over-the-top Halloween decorations make these Valley neighborhoods worth visiting.
Why TPUSA candidates keep losing in Arizona, the organization’s home base
Turning Point’s outsized influence on Republican electoral politics has soured many conservatives outside organization.
Prop 320 could mean Arizona public schools lose millions of dollars
It includes a penalty for some districts that spend less than 60% of operational spending on instruction: loss of classroom site funds.
‘The American dream is now out of reach for many’
Two questions will determine whether growth remains sustainable: Can homeowners afford to stay here, and will we have the water?
Spooky and scrumptious Valley food events to fill your weekend
Get into the Halloween spirit with a beer and candy pairing, a quirky burger pop-up and spooky cocktail bar takeovers.
Arizona doesn’t follow daylight saving time. Why?
Save daylight? Are we running out of it?
Local pop-up bakery provides sweet way to honor the dead
This local baker grew up celebrating Día de los Muertos. This year, she's serving pan de muerto around Phoenix.
SNAP cuts leave Arizonans making hard decisions to feed their families
The government gutted food assistance last year. The fallout in Arizona is devastating.
SNAP cuts leave Arizonans making hard decisions to feed their families
The government gutted food assistance last year. The fallout in Arizona is devastating.
Will rain spoil Halloween in Phoenix? Here’s the forecast
Storms are headed toward the Valley just in time for the spookiest weekend of the year.
Phoenix Symphony money woes remain a mystery
The symphony's musicians are calling for greater financial transparency in the wake of the season suspension.
Fight over Phoenix gay leather bar’s liquor license goes to court
A neighboring property owner's continued opposition to Barracks Bar Phoenix's liquor license keeps the Melrose nightspot in limbo.
Look both ways before you cross the street this Halloween, Phoenix!
Arizona pedestrians are more than twice as likely to die on the Oct. 31 holiday from a vehicle.
A new neighborhood bar with huge New York-style pizzas? We’re hooked
Big floppy slices, a pool table and plenty of beer make this spot a new go-to. Here's what to order.
Phoenix’s best Halloween costumes of 2026 are wild. See the photos
GWAR monsters and pop culture favorites took over Halloween parties in the Valley. We've got the pictures.
Who’s playing Innings Fest 2027 in Tempe? See the full lineup
Three days, 30 artists and a roster of MLB stars are headed to Tempe Beach Park.
Arizona plummets in national retirement destination rankings
U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 list of the Best Places to Retire and boy, oh boy did the Valley have a poor showing.
Leyba Ruiz outraises Yee in state superintendent race
Enrollment, test scores and school spending: How do superintendent candidates plan to improve Arizona’s public school system?
Gorillaz dazzled Phoenix in a maximalist, genre-bending blitz
Damon Albarn and his sprawling cast of collaborators brought outlandish spectacle on their Mountain Tour stop Friday.
Phoenix launches a $2 on-demand van service pilot program
Think of it like a shared ride-hailing service (UberX Share, for example) that runs on a flexible, demand-based bus route.
Rapidly expanding grocery chain opens another new Valley store
The Arizona-based grocer now has over 500 locations. It joined a new neighborhood on Friday.
She rejected her son for being gay, now Kelli Anderson wants to oversee schoolchildren
Shane Anderson said his mother physically isolated him and verbally abused him after he came out as gay.
Share a meal with spirits at these 9 haunted restaurants and bars in Phoenix
When eating at these spooky spots, diners may be joined by some unexpected guests.
The uncertain future of Erika Kirk’s Turning Point USA
Student leaders described a renewed energy among young conservatives, others described a more chaotic and divided landscape.
This new store brings punk culture back to Tempe. Here’s a look
The newly opened 45 Revolutions aims to revive a piece of Tempe's music culture.
See Arizona natural wonders on Free National Park Day Oct. 27
Check out some of the most beautiful places in the state for free on Oct. 27.
After long wait, Otra Pizzeria and upstairs bar open in historic downtown space
The highly anticipated one-two punch of a restaurant and bar is finally here.
‘We never got a chance to speak’
I knew heat would be a big part of my reporting in Phoenix. I didn’t fully realize how much impact on me it would have.
These Arizona hotels are among the most haunted in U.S.
Ghostly cowboys, a jilted bride and unexplained encounters haunt these historic properties.
This is what dying of heat looks like
Heat is a silent killer, but in the lead-up, it can be violent. Often the signs and symptoms are mistaken for other emergencies.
Judge approves fun weekend trip for disgraced cop facing violent felony charges
Judge Sigmund Popko allowed the former South Mountain cop to drive to California for his godson’s birthday and return Oct. 26.
Questions remain in wake of Phoenix Symphony season suspension
Will ticket holders get refunds? When, if ever, will the season restart?
Phoenix blues icon Carvin Jones to be honored at memorial. How to attend
Family, friends and fans will gather to remember the beloved guitarist
Video: ‘Fight, man! Come on,’ officer pleads trying to save a dying man
For nearly five minutes, Phoenix Police Officer Danny Olmos performed chest compressions on the man alone in the parking lot.
The juiciest Valley food events to fill your weekend
Head to a special dinner from two popular pop-ups downtown, toast the grand opening of Los Milics Vineyards or eat brunch to help save bats.
12 most haunted places in Phoenix, Tempe and around Arizona
Casey Moore's Oyster House in Tempe and downtown Phoenix's Orpheum Theatre are just two places in Arizona where you could see a ghost.
Where to party in metro Phoenix this Halloween
Blood raves and big-money costume contests are among your Halloweekend choices.
The man behind the anti-trans ballot machine
Tim Mooney spent years turning political fights into ballot questions. Now, he's targeting transgender rights in the Southwest.
To celebrate Phoenix’s best bars, we’re throwing a party! How to get an invite
In a few weeks, our annual issue of the Top 50 Bars in Phoenix will hit newsstands. Help us say "cheers" to the best of the best.
Charli xcx cancels Wednesday’s Arizona concert. What to know
The artist was scheduled to perform at Desert Diamond Arena in Glendale.
Mayes outraged at Heap for designating two dozen Arizonans as “Not Eligible” to vote
According to a letter obtained by Phoenix New Times, 24 of 52 voters were incorrectly flagged and have “Not Eligible” status.
Congress is weighing an AM radio mandate. Broadcasters say it’s still a lifeline across Arizona
“You’re driving cross-country and you have a crisis coming, weather issues ... You’re not going to hear it on your Spotify.”
Grab a pint at the 10 best craft breweries in Phoenix
The Valley is full of breweries pouring classic and seasonal sips. Here are the 10 we can't live without.
Where to celebrate Día de Los Muertos in Phoenix
Across the Valley, festivals will observe the Day of the Dead.
Popular Phoenix food truck settles into its own restaurant space
After two years of rolling around town, the burger truck is putting down roots.
Ansari rallies colleagues in support of candidate raped on the campaign trail
The Democratic Women’s Coalition stood in solidarity with Bernadette Greene-Placentia and condemned the violence against her.
Coro-no-more: After nearly a century, Coronado Motel is razed with little fanfare
The motel is one of the few remaining relics of downtown Phoenix’s bygone era, slowly being wiped out by redevelopment.
‘It’s overwhelming’: Staple Phoenix Jewish deli readies to say goodbye
"I never could have imagined the outpouring of support that we’ve gotten," the owner says. Fans have one more week to visit.
Three-peat: Rafi Law Group named one of Arizona’s Most Admired Companies
Putting people first earned the Arizona-based firm a third recognition from AZ Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ.
We couldn’t wait to try this new Gilbert restaurant. It let us down
This date night destination needs to dial things in. But we find ourselves rooting for it.
The best Phoenix music festivals you can’t miss this fall
Country stars, underground punk, free concerts and massive EDM parties are all on the calendar.
Imminent midterm elections add urgency, sense of purpose to No Kings protests
Instead of marching to the Capitol, protesters headed to MCTEC where protesters dropped off their ballots for early voting.
There are just a few days left to visit these 10 Halloween bars
Spooky season pop-ups run through the end of the week. Here's where to visit before they disappear.
Known for excellence, Michelin publishes Southwest Guide full of errors
Everyting? Proram? What in the world is going on? Arizona restaurants deserve better.
Terror at the capital: Secretary of State defiant after discovery of mysterious powder
“To whomever sent that package, you have failed,” Fontes said. “Our brave election workers are still at their posts."
FORM Arcosanti 2026 was a wild, chaotic, beautiful ride
Transcendent moments, sketchy security and incredible music ended with a monster storm and an abrupt close to the festival.
Bill Burr, Dave Chappelle headline inaugural Fastball Comedy Festival in Mesa
The Cubs spring training stadium will host a two-day festival of laughs Oct. 17 and 18.
Free things to do in Phoenix this weekend
This weekend, you can attend a poetry reading, take your dog to a Halloween party or observe Dia de los Muertos,
Flies and moldy ice machines: The worst restaurant inspections of September
Dirty kitchens and a general lack of food-safety knowledge plagued Valley eateries last month.
‘Ballotship’ exercises prepare Arizona officials for mounting election-threat scenarios
Experts say unprecedented events may challenge upcoming elections. “We’re ready for just about everything, outside of Godzilla attacking."
Mesa Music Festival returns this weekend. Here’s the schedule
Rock, punk, hip-hop and more take over downtown Mesa for a weekend of free live music on eight stages.
Salad and Go returns. Here’s what you need to know
Fans were heartbroken when the drive-thrus closed this summer. But the chain's story isn't over yet.
Phoenix ‘No Kings’ protests are back: what to know and where to go
The latest mass anti-Trump protest is set for Oct. 17. The protest will begin at Grant Park in downtown Phoenix.
The hottest Valley food events to fill your weekend
Celebrate fall with pumpkin ales and pie, head to a late-night grocery store party or make your own Harry Potter-inspired cocktails.
Phoenix cops have killed 10 people so far in 2026. Here’s who they were
The Phoenix Police Department killed 11 people last year, and is already approaching that death toll so far in 2026.
Phoenix’s oldest Chinese restaurant now closed after 84 years
The South Phoenix restaurant was the city’s oldest in operation. It served its final meals on Tuesday.
Mr. Lucky’s at 60: A look at Phoenix’s legendary country bar over the years
More than two dozen photos of the famed Grand Avenue honky-tonk and its patrons, musicians and iconic sign from over the years.
The Format is bringing two acoustic shows to this Phoenix venue
It's another chance for The Format's fans to see Nate Ruess and Sam Means play a stripped-down show.
Summer utility bills find mobile home residents with few options
“I had to think ‘cat food, how many cans this month?’” Dyan Norfleet said. Her bill was up more than $200 this summer.
Going to a Phoenix Suns game? Try these 7 new foods
A taco and marg tray, pretzel nachos and elote with brisket are on the menu this NBA season.
Map: Find your nearest Maricopa County ballot drop box location
Voters can drop off their ballots at boxes across the county for the midterm elections until November 3.