The best cosplay and costumes from Tempe FanCon 2026
Arizona cosplayers packed Tempe FanCon 2026 on Jan. 31 in costumes inspired by comics and pop culture.
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Thousands say ‘Fuck ICE’ at Arizona Capitol protest: 22 photos
Thousands converged on the Arizona Capitol to demand that Immigration and Customs Enforcement leave Arizona.
Photos: Tempe Blooms 2026 was a floral explosion
The weekend event filled the downtown district with color.
Photos: Diplo’s Run Club event drew over 9,000 attendees
“You put in the work first, then the party vibes start.”
The Brickhouse: A look back at downtown Phoenix’s iconic music venue
Did you catch any shows at this former hotspot?
A look back at Glen Guyett’s most iconic Phoenix signs
The prolific artist and designer’s famed works include Mr. Lucky’s and Valley National Bank.
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ASU students hold walkout to protest Trump and ICE
The protest was part of a nationwide “Free America Walkout” held on the anniversary of Donald Trump’s inauguration.
See Phoenix go pantsless in public during the No Pants Light Rail Ride
A look back at the long-running Valley event.
Tempe New Year’s Eve block party: A look back at the iconic NYE event
Midnight chip drops, packed crowds and live music turned Mill Avenue into an NYE landmark.
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Take a look inside the new and improved Durant’s
The iconic Phoenix steakhouse has a refreshed look and an updated menu. Here’s what to expect.
Phoenix New Times’ best concert photos of 2025
Featuring Kendrick, Teddy Swims, Pixies and more.
Danelle Plaza memories: A look back at Tempe’s beloved strip mall
A nostalgic trip through the East Valley landmark’s history and the spots people loved most.
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Take a look inside downtown’s hot new steakhouse and martini bar
The long-awaited restaurant and hidden cocktail lounge are now open in downtown Phoenix. Here’s a peek inside.
See spectacular photos of the northern lights over Arizona
Across the state, the aurora borealis lit up the desert skies.
ExtraTerrestrial Ascension rave lights up the Phoenix desert
The alien-themed underground dance party offered an otherworldly mix of bass music and cosmic vibes.
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Tempe Music Festival: A look back at the iconic Arizona concert event
Tempe Music Festival paved the way for Phoenix rock fests. See photos from 2003–2009 featuring Fergie, My Chemical Romance and more.
UwU Con 2025: The best cosplay we saw at the Mesa geek event
Highlights of the three-day anime con include costumes inpired by “KPop Demon Hunter” and “Fullmetal Alchemist.”
The 15 best signs we saw at the Arizona Capitol ‘No Kings’ protest
A good sign catches the eye. A great one makes you laugh. These are our favorites from Saturday.
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Fans went all out for 50th anniversary of ‘Rocky Horror’ in Tempe
It was a wild, funny and magical night when ASU Gammage hosted a special screening of the beloved cult musical.
‘Behind the Lens’ with Henry Diltz
It’s career show-and-tell when the legendary photographer presents and discusses his iconic work.
Photos: Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport over the decades
Nine decades of Phoenix Sky Harbor history captured in vintage photos, from flights to famous visitors.
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Photos: SpaceX rocket launch over Phoenix amazes Valley
Residents of Phoenix and Tucson shared awe-inspiring images of the latest Falcon 9 launch from California.