A massive haboob hits the Valley: Photos and video
The first big haboob of the year started in Eloy and blew northwest to Phoenix.
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Looking back at the Phoenix skyline, from 1889 to today
Phoenix has grown a lot in the past 135 years. See for yourself.
Disturbing! Trans woman forced to share Sky Harbor bathroom with Kari Lake
If you’re trans and you encounter MAGA firebrand Kari Lake, beware: She might exploit your existence for right-wing clout.
Brady Kiser to face no charges in son’s drowning
Chandler police recommended a felony child abuse charge. The county prosecutor said there was no likelihood of conviction.
Arizona’s top shitposter, The Real Thelma Johnson, is back. Here’s why
When Thelma stopped tweeting last fall, rumors spread that she was dead. She told New Times why she left, and why she’s back.
With Bradley Beal gone, here are the highest-paid Phoenix athletes
The Suns finally moved on from Bradley Beal. Without him, the Valley has Devin Booker and few other huge-money stars.
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Tempe Iranian man arrested by ICE goes on hunger strike in prison
Mehzrad Asadi Eidivand has lost 45 pounds, a friend says. His brother also went on hunger strike in ICE detention last month.
Ex-Mercury head coach accuses team of racial discrimination in lawsuit
Nikki Blue says she was paid less than her white counterparts and wasn’t given a real shot at remaining head coach.
Turns out Tempe Iranian man ICE arrested is an ‘anti-Muslim’ Trump fan
Friends of Mehzrad Asadi Eidivand say he is a big Donald Trump supporter and hates Iran’s extremist Islamic regime.
Did ICE target the family of detained Iranian man on hunger strike?
Mehrad Eidivand has been in detention since May 31. Last weekend, immigration agents arrested two of his relatives in Tempe.
Kari Lake invents bullshit ‘gay lover’ rumor about Rep. Greg Stanton
Lake sparred with the former Phoenix mayor in a congressional hearing and resorted to sleazily questioning his sexuality.
Where Phoenix ranks among the best cities in the U.S.
The company that ranks the world’s best cities is back with a United States edition, and Phoenix’s standing has improved.
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Phoenix’s monsoon outlook got worse. What does that mean?
A month ago, there were good odds of a blissfully wet monsoon season. But the latest forecast is a little less rosy.
Two lawmakers voted against the Chase Field bill by reading poems
Mitzi Epstein read a long poem about “the billionaire beast” with “ugly red eyes.” Jake Hoffman used AI to create his poem.
MAGA county recorder throws a fit, sues board of supervisors
Justin Heap casts himself as a righteous defender of democracy. But even other Republicans seem to think he’s a joke.
The Diamondbacks want you to pester lawmakers for stadium upgrades
In an email, a Diamondbacks executive asked fans to stump for a stalled bill to refurbish Chase Field with public money.
Are the Diamondbacks cursed? How every star pitcher deal went wrong
Corbin Burnes needs elbow surgery and might not be back until 2027. He’s the latest big pitcher signing to go bad in Arizona.
When does monsoon season start in Arizona? What you should know
Every summer, monsoon season provides Phoenix with roughly half of its yearly rainfall – and a needed break from the heat.
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Horne ‘surprised’ by anti-trans bill vetoes that happen every year
Every year, Gov. Katie Hobbs spikes the same anti-trans bills. Schools chief Tom Horne says he’s shocked it happened again.
Are the Diamondbacks spending what they’re supposed to on Chase Field?
The team wants tax dollars for stadium upgrades. Public records raise questions about what the team is supposed to be spending on that already.
Whaddya know, the Suns are being sued for discrimination a third time
An anonymous ex-employee says she was subjected to sexual harassment, homophobic comments and unequal pay.
Video: Scottsdale police shoot, kill unarmed man in his car
Cops did not find a gun on Joseph Santos after they killed him. A police briefing on his death neglects to mention that.