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May 22, 2012
Medical Marijuana Not Protected by Americans With Disabilities Act, Ninth Circuit Court Rules
Gravely ill and severely disabled?Real sorry about that, but you should still be thrown in jail for using marijuana, says a ruling by the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
News
May 17, 2012
Ask a Mexican on California DREAMing and Mexican Nombres
Gravely ill and severely disabled?Real sorry about that, but you should still be thrown in jail for using marijuana, says a ruling by the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
Blogs
November 25, 2011
Buckeye Police "Body-Planted" Grandpa at WalMart in Black Friday Mayhem
Police "body-planted" a man at a Buckeye Walmart's Black Friday event after the man put a video game in his waistband while helping a grandson who was being jostled in a crowd. The take-down, which left the man bloody, was one of several violent acts reported across the country related to A ... More >>
News
October 20, 2011
In a Strange About-Face, the President Tries to Hack Medical Marijuana Off at the Knees
Police "body-planted" a man at a Buckeye Walmart's Black Friday event after the man put a video game in his waistband while helping a grandson who was being jostled in a crowd. The take-down, which left the man bloody, was one of several violent acts reported across the country related to A ... More >>
Blogs
October 12, 2011
Obama Administration Now Plans to Target Advertisements for Medical Marijuana Dispensaries in California
What's Obama smoking? After declaring years ago he wouldn't expend federal resources on medical-marijuana users, his administration's now waging a full-scale assault on weed.President Obama doesn't just want to seize the property of California medical-marijuana dispensaries and hit them wit ... More >>
Blogs
October 10, 2011
"Dream Act" Signed by California Governor Jerry Brown. KPHO Suggests the "Dream" Could Be Coming to Arizona. Ha!
The "Dream" came true for illegal immigrants in California over the weekend -- Governor Jerry Brown signed a version of the controversial Dream Act into California law Saturday. Now, local TV news station KPHO is suggesting the "Dream" may be coming to Arizona (insert Wayne Campbell's "Shyeah...a ... More >>
News
September 22, 2011
Ask a Mexican on Hypocrites and Voices in the Media
The "Dream" came true for illegal immigrants in California over the weekend -- Governor Jerry Brown signed a version of the controversial Dream Act into California law Saturday. Now, local TV news station KPHO is suggesting the "Dream" may be coming to Arizona (insert Wayne Campbell's "Shyeah...a ... More >>
Blogs
July 20, 2011
Now Open: The Habit Burger Grill Chandler
Hey Chandler -- as of today, you have a new burger joint. California-based The Habit Burger Grill opened the doors of its second Valley location today. Sitting just south of Ray Road, east of the I-10, it's dangerously close to another California-based chain, In-N-Out Burger. An interesting l ... More >>
Culture
June 2, 2011
Summer Guide: Party
Hey Chandler -- as of today, you have a new burger joint. California-based The Habit Burger Grill opened the doors of its second Valley location today. Sitting just south of Ray Road, east of the I-10, it's dangerously close to another California-based chain, In-N-Out Burger. An interesting l ... More >>
News
May 26, 2011
Ask a Mexican on Mastering English
Hey Chandler -- as of today, you have a new burger joint. California-based The Habit Burger Grill opened the doors of its second Valley location today. Sitting just south of Ray Road, east of the I-10, it's dangerously close to another California-based chain, In-N-Out Burger. An interesting l ... More >>
Blogs
March 28, 2011
Sushi 102: Roll a Fat One with The Virgin
After last week's tragic experiment with burning cooking sushi rice, The Virgin was tempted to give up on the whole sushi making experience. But armed with a few helpful tips, I mastered the rice technique and moved on to the main event. If you're looking to feed picky eaters or ... More >>
Blogs
March 28, 2011
Pot Cases in Mohave County Dismissed 'Cause of Out-of-State Medical-Weed Cards
Proposition 203 has sparked dismissal of pot-possession charges in Mohave County against at least 10 people who had out-of-state medical-weed cards. Though the charges shouldn't have been brought against such marijuana card-holders in the first place, what's been happening ... More >>
Blogs
March 21, 2011
Sushi 101: The Virgin Gets Burned by Sticky Rice
Uh-oh. That is not soy sauce.Most American restaurant foods are easy to replicate at home: grilled cheese, burgers, the classic BLT. Japanese and hybrid-Asian foods are another matter. It might seem simple to toss together some rice, crab, seaweed and avocado to make a basic Californi ... More >>
Blogs
March 3, 2011
The Olivia Tremor Control, "California Demise" (Parts 1&2)
Song: The Olivia Tremor Control, "California Demise" Context: Most shows only get one shout-out in Today's Soundtrack. I could have done Elephant 6 bands all week in anticipation of tonight's show at The Duce. The Olivia Tremor Control - California Demise by The Tambourine
Calendar
February 24, 2011
Peaches Christ Superstar
Song: The Olivia Tremor Control, "California Demise" Context: Most shows only get one shout-out in Today's Soundtrack. I could have done Elephant 6 bands all week in anticipation of tonight's show at The Duce. The Olivia Tremor Control - California Demise by The Tambourine
Music
February 24, 2011
Young the Giant @ The Rhythm Room
Song: The Olivia Tremor Control, "California Demise" Context: Most shows only get one shout-out in Today's Soundtrack. I could have done Elephant 6 bands all week in anticipation of tonight's show at The Duce. The Olivia Tremor Control - California Demise by The Tambourine
Blogs
February 1, 2011
Canna Cola Delivers THC with Fizz
From marijuana-infused vodka to good old-fashioned pot brownies, people are coming up with all kinds of smokeless THC delivery methods now that medical marijuana's picking up momentum. Almost makes you wonder if rolling papers will become extinct . . . The latest to bubble up is Canna ... More >>
Blogs
January 4, 2011
Social Distortion - California (Hustle and Flow)
Song: Social Distortion, "California (Hustle and Flow)"Context: Social D's rescheduled shows at Marquee Theatre are next Thursday and Friday. The band will have a new album, Hard Times and Nursery Rhymes, out the Tuesday after their Tempe show. So far this track has been warmly received -- "[Sing ... More >>
Blogs
December 29, 2010
Free Pot Offered at California Clinic in Exchange for Food Brings Huge, Charitable Response
Image: www.grannypurps.com One potential benefit of Proposition 203 could be a boost in local food banks, if Arizona pot dispensaries follow the lead of one California clinic. The Granny Purps marijuana dispensary in Soquel, California, has collected 11,000 pounds of food for a ... More >>
Calendar
December 9, 2010
Eat the Worm
Or just drink the stuff it’s floating in
Music
May 20, 2010
Arizonans Shouldn't Worry About Bands Threatening to Boycott Our State; We Should Worry About Bands That Will Quietly Do So
Or just drink the stuff it’s floating in
News
May 13, 2010
Ask A Mexican on Hating Mexicans With Proper Terms
Or just drink the stuff it’s floating in
Calendar
May 13, 2010
ONE is the grooviest number
Or just drink the stuff it’s floating in
Blogs
April 20, 2010
Radio Cafe: Happy Hour Report Card
The Spot: Radio Cafe602-956-6600 www.radiocafeaz.com/ The Hours: Happy hour is 5 p.m. till 7 p.m. daily. They are open until midnight Sunday through Thursday and till 1 a.m. Fridays and Saturdays for late night eats. The Details: Half off all specialty cocktails, draft beer and wine by the gl ... More >>
Calendar
April 15, 2010
Hope for Sun
Beach House and Other Indie Bands Are Escaping to the Beach in 2010
Calendar
April 1, 2010
Pigeon John
Beach House and Other Indie Bands Are Escaping to the Beach in 2010
Music
April 1, 2010
Pigeon John
Beach House and Other Indie Bands Are Escaping to the Beach in 2010
Blogs
March 17, 2010
Yelp Lawsuit Widens: From Washington to Chicago to L.A., Plaintiffs Charge Extortion
Nine companies have joined the proposed class action lawsuit against Yelp, the San Francisco-based Internet giant, attorneys in Miami and California announced this morning. The new plaintiffs are located everywhere from Tujunga, California to Washington, D.C. They include businesses ranging from ... More >>
News
December 24, 2009
On Gobbling Aztlan and Mexican Poetry
Nine companies have joined the proposed class action lawsuit against Yelp, the San Francisco-based Internet giant, attorneys in Miami and California announced this morning. The new plaintiffs are located everywhere from Tujunga, California to Washington, D.C. They include businesses ranging from ... More >>
Blogs
December 17, 2009
Maricopa County Animal Shelters Infested With Chihuahuas
BrunoLast week, Valley Fever posted a story about California animal shelters being overrun with chihuahuas and how shelter officials were pawning off the little pooches to shelters in Arizona.Thanks for nothing, California, because now the chihuahua infestation seems to have found its ... More >>
Blogs
December 9, 2009
California Dumping Hundreds of Unwanted Chihuahuas on Arizona Shelters; Thanks For Nothing Paris Hilton
www.kansascity.comThere is an unwanted phenomenon happening in California, and Arizona is being pegged to clean up the mess: Chihuahuas -- lots of them.California is seeing an influx of chihuahuas popping up at animal shelters, and it's becoming too much for the state to handle.Rather than ... More >>
Blogs
October 22, 2009
Hot Links: Mesa High, Snowbowl, and Microsoft in Scottsdale
As many as 20 players from the Mesa High football team might be suspended for violating team rules and miss Friday's game against Phoenix Maryvale. Mesa High principal Jim Souder and football coach Kelley Moore confirmed the suspensions, but neither would discuss what the infraction was...Ari ... More >>
News
July 9, 2009
On Nothing Good Coming Out of California, plus Stupid Names
As many as 20 players from the Mesa High football team might be suspended for violating team rules and miss Friday's game against Phoenix Maryvale. Mesa High principal Jim Souder and football coach Kelley Moore confirmed the suspensions, but neither would discuss what the infraction was...Ari ... More >>
Blogs
June 10, 2009
Guns Bought at Glendale Store Nets Pregnant Woman One Year in Federal Prison
www.midwesthuntersoutlet.comCobra .380-caliber handgun A California woman who is five months pregnant will serve one year in a federal prison for buying 17 guns from a Valley store and selling them to a drug dealer. Federal prosecutors say 23-year-old Clementia Robles Maldonado of San Fernando, Cal ... More >>
News
April 16, 2009
On Root-Based Contraception, Gold Teeth, and an Argument That Has Nothing to Do with Culture
www.midwesthuntersoutlet.comCobra .380-caliber handgun A California woman who is five months pregnant will serve one year in a federal prison for buying 17 guns from a Valley store and selling them to a drug dealer. Federal prosecutors say 23-year-old Clementia Robles Maldonado of San Fernando, Cal ... More >>
Calendar
March 19, 2009
Bhira Backhaus
www.midwesthuntersoutlet.comCobra .380-caliber handgun A California woman who is five months pregnant will serve one year in a federal prison for buying 17 guns from a Valley store and selling them to a drug dealer. Federal prosecutors say 23-year-old Clementia Robles Maldonado of San Fernando, Cal ... More >>
Music
February 26, 2009
The Expendables
www.midwesthuntersoutlet.comCobra .380-caliber handgun A California woman who is five months pregnant will serve one year in a federal prison for buying 17 guns from a Valley store and selling them to a drug dealer. Federal prosecutors say 23-year-old Clementia Robles Maldonado of San Fernando, Cal ... More >>
Blogs
February 4, 2009
The Fall of Fro-Yo?
Last year at this time, it seemed like Korean-style tangy frozen yogurt, in the vein of California's popular Pinkberry chain, was destined to overtake gelato as the frozen trendy dessert du jour. But did it get too big for its britches? I just heard Ice Tango closed its north Scottsdale location (1 ... More >>
Best of Phoenix
September 25, 2008
The Whiz Kids of Robotics
Last year at this time, it seemed like Korean-style tangy frozen yogurt, in the vein of California's popular Pinkberry chain, was destined to overtake gelato as the frozen trendy dessert du jour. But did it get too big for its britches? I just heard Ice Tango closed its north Scottsdale location (1 ... More >>
Calendar
January 17, 2008
A View to a Keel
California dreaming — not
News
January 1, 2004
Red Flags
California medical providers dramatically overbilled insurers for services rendered
News
August 28, 2003
Dishonor Among Thieves
The recent gas crisis should inspire reform
Dining
January 16, 2003
Nappy Roots
Silvana dispels the "lazy Mexican" stereotype
Music
March 7, 2002
Phantom Planet
The Guest (Epic)
Dining
January 24, 2002
Bohemian Rhapsody
Good ol'boys will be well-fed boys at California camp for the rich and the powerful
Best of Phoenix
September 20, 2001
Best Bargain Sushi
Origami's
Dining
July 5, 2001
Asia Aquarius
One sushi, two sushi, great sushi, boo sushi
News
February 22, 2001
Shock Treatment
California eats lots of power, but it doesn't like growing its own power plants. Instead, Arizona is becoming the new power farm for the Coast.
Music
January 4, 2001
Dressy Bessy, Lilys, and Silver Scooter
The California EP (Kindercore), Selected (File 13), and goodbye EP (Peek-A-Boo)
News
August 6, 1998
Business Az Usual
A gruesome death has cost Arizona's multimillion-dollar teen rehabilitation industry a bundle. But it's not because the state is determined to stop the abuse.
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