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A Circle K gas station

Op-ed: Why can’t Circle K sell me a beer without invading my privacy?

By Ryan BradyFebruary 17, 2026

There’s a difference between checking my birthdate and scanning — and logging — all my personal information.

students at a protest

Op-ed: ASU needs to show courage and stand up to ICE

By Tricia Redeker Hepner and Richard G. NewhauserFebruary 16, 2026

Unlike some Valley schools, ASU has shown neither courage to say that ICE is unwelcome nor care for its own community.

Standing with our communities, supporting all immigrants

Standing with our communities, supporting all immigrants

By Scott Tobias and OthersJanuary 30, 2026

Voice Media Group supports those participating in the nationwide ICE strike, and does not support the current administration’s actions against immigrants. A message from our CEO and editorial director.

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a traffic surveillance camera inside a fake cactus

Op-ed: We kicked government spy cameras out of Sedona. You can too

By Mikkel Jordahl, Sandy Boyce and Laura MastersJanuary 27, 2026

Flock license plate cameras track your movements. Our city got rid of them, and you can push yours to do the same.

the exterior of the APS building in Phoenix

Op-ed: The time is now to speak out against the latest APS rate hike

By Cheri HallJanuary 16, 2026

While many Arizonans have struggled to pay the bills, APS’s parent company made over $600 million in profit last year.

kari lake

New Times readers ready to help Kari Lake pack for move to Iowa

By Morgan FischerJanuary 14, 2026

Kari Lake bought a condo in her home state of Iowa and could be mulling a Senate run there. New Times readers seem relieved.

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Phoenix New Times building

We’re hiring! Phoenix New Times seeks a news reporter

By Sam EiflingJanuary 12, 2026

We’re looking for a news reporter to help us tell important, timely and engaging stories about the Valley.

a woman covers her face in front of a screen

Op-ed: An ex posted explicit images of me online. Now he’s in jail

By Sasha GrantJanuary 6, 2026

Three years ago, nude images of me popped up online. It turned my life upside down, but here’s how I fought for justice.

‘How one of the worst shows ever turned into a legendary house party’: Psyko Steve Presents turns 25

By Stephen ChiltonDecember 15, 2025

The prolific promoter takes a look back at more than two decades of concerts. How many of these shows did you see?

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a festive drink

Become a Phoenix New Times member and we’ll buy you a drink

By Sam EiflingDecember 12, 2025

We’re hosting a holiday party, and readers who support our work are invited to mix and mingle with our editors and reporters. Here’s how to get your invite.

a mosquito biting someone's skin

New Times readers blame mosquitoes on rain and, uh, Bill Gates

By TJ L'HeureuxNovember 21, 2025

“My ankles be crying,” one reader wrote. Others blamed storms and, for some reason, California and a tech billionaire.

a woman and a man in a car holding mcdonald's bags

I’m a furloughed federal worker in Arizona. I DoorDash to survive

By Jessica HolwellNovember 6, 2025

I work for the Department of Veterans Affairs in Surprise. Because of the government shutdown, I’ve missed three paychecks.

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Phoenix New Times kicks off end-of-year membership drive

Phoenix New Times kicks off end-of-year membership drive

By Sam EiflingNovember 3, 2025

We’re asking for your support. Help keep our newsroom strong and our coverage free for everyone in Phoenix to read.

police car lights

Op-ed: Arizona cops’ ‘green labs’ could be a problem if not done right

By Marc LamberOctober 9, 2025

Arizona police want to get people high to be able to spot impaired driving. There are potential pitfalls.

an uber logo in the windshield of a car

Op-ed: Uber’s partnership with ASU is an exploitative sham

By Veronica AvilaSeptember 23, 2025

The rideshare company is touting a new free tuition program for drivers, but it’s really just polishing its image.

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Trump turned an outpouring of respect for Kirk into a coliseum of hate

By Sam EiflingSeptember 22, 2025

The throngs who braved heat, darkness and expense to mourn Charlie Kirk were rewarded with grotesque MAGA saber-rattling.

a blue street sign in the willo historic district

Op-ed: Arizona housing bill puts Phoenix historic homes at risk

By W. Aaron Montaño SearlesSeptember 18, 2025

Irreplaceable historic homes in Phoenix could be torn down and replaced with boxy, cookie-cutter development.

Phoenix readers mourn the impending demolition of Fry’s Electronics

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 9, 2025

“We used to have it all. Now we have nothing.”

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Phoenix readers share memories of Scottsdale’s beloved Los Arcos Mall

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 5, 2025

“It was a great spot to drop acid.”

Phoenix readers react to downtown mural artists’ pro-MAGA pasts

By Benjamin LeathermanSeptember 4, 2025

“Can’t wait until someone trashes it.”

mylie biggs

Readers clown GOP candidate who said she wouldn’t vote for a woman

By TJ L'HeureuxAugust 19, 2025

GOP state senate hopeful Mylie Biggs said women shouldn’t run for office. Readers loved the irony: “Who’s gonna tell her?”

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‘Noooooo!’ Readers react to the Valley’s last Sizzler saying goodbye

‘Noooooo!’ Readers react to the Valley’s last Sizzler saying goodbye

By Tirion BoanAugust 4, 2025

After 40-plus years, the Valley’s final Sizzler has closed. Fans mourn the nostalgic steak and salad bar staple.

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