GOP official loses it, publicly blames bereaved man for mom’s heat death
Heat killed a woman after APS cut her power last May. State utility regulator Nick Myers told her son, “I’m more blaming you.”
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Phoenix’s ‘May Day’ protest at the Capitol: What to know
Former state Sen. Raquel Terán is organizing a big protest on May 1, a day historically used to advocate for worker rights.
Cop who was fired for killing a man throwing rocks sues Phoenix
Phoenix fired Jesse Johnson and paid out $5.5 million over the 2022 killing of Ali Osman. Johnson says his firing was unjust.
Afghan refugees hoped to bring their families to Arizona. Then came Trump
Some fled the Taliban. Some aided the U.S. military. Now, a Donald Trump policy prevents their families from joining them.
The I-10 Broadway Curve project will be done in May: What to know
It’s taken four years and driven Valley drivers crazy, but construction on the 11-mile stretch of highway is almost complete.
‘Racist more than anything’: UA student who had visa revoked speaks
A University of Arizona Ph.D. student tells how the Trump administration’s capricious visa cancellations upended his life.
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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.
Protesters mark El Día del Niño by bashing Trump and Musk piñatas
The event, which marked the 15th anniversary of Barrio Defense Committees, also featured a march to the 4th Ave. Jail.
Did you know you can adopt a desert tortoise through the state?
The state Game and Fish Department has more tortoises than it can handle. Wanna have one?
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Phoenix lacks enough trees. Here’s how other Arizona cities compare
Phoenix has half the tree cover it should, according to a new analysis. Other Arizona cities are better at growing shade.
ASU study abroad website scrubbed mentions of trans people
A guide for queer students axed trans references sometime after mid-January. Some came back after New Times asked about it.
Parents rejoice as lawmakers avert disabilities program funding crisis
Hostages in a long political fight, parents of disabled kids can finally breathe. “I totally broke down,” said one advocate.
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These Arizona counties have the worst air pollution
Maricopa County is racking up “F” grades for its air quality, according to the American Lung Association.
Somebody mailed animal poop to the county attorney’s home
Someone used a prank service to ship supposed animal shit to Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell. She called the police.
Lawmakers finally vote to fund program for parents of disabled kids
Republicans and Gov. Katie Hobbs ended a standoff over the program, which helps parents care for their disabled children.
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School board president who bailed out sex offender spars with Fontes, quits
At a Tuesday meeting, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes ripped school board president Jessica Bueno for her “incredible ego.”
Ex-city councilmember says ‘reform must happen’ with Phoenix police
Some want the DOJ to rescind its report on Phoenix cops, but ex-councilmember Carlos Galindo-Elvira says change “won’t be denied.”
Ansari, back from El Salvador, vows to keep ‘fighting for due process’
The Phoenix lawmaker sought the release of wrongly deported Kilmar Abrego Garcia. She returned empty-handed but emboldened.
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A kratom retailer calls for crackdown on ‘unsafe’ 7-OH variant
A synthetic variant of the plant-based drug poses risks. A kratom retailer wants to see products pulled from Arizona shelves.
Phoenix cop investigated for drunken rampage after Diamondbacks game
Off-duty and wasted, Timothy Clark allegedly tried to fight a bar staffer, bit a security guard and punched a framed picture.
Do Arizona budtenders know less than they used to?
Expert budtenders can match you with the right strain. Industry insiders say there are fewer of them than there once were.
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Your guide to the best Phoenix 420 parties, events and deals in 2025
Cannabis connoisseurs of the Valley, here’s where to celebrate this weekend.