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Tap into live music, pinball and low prices in Tempe
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Tap into live music, pinball and low prices in Tempe

By Cynthia BarnesJune 4, 2026

The math maths in your favor at Yucca Tap Room

Patrons of Tempe Center for the Arts gather on the venue's outdoor patio.
Performing Arts

Tempe Center for the Arts 2026-27 schedule: Every show announced (so far)

By Benjamin LeathermanJune 4, 2026

Watsky, Shoshana Bean and other standout acts highlight the upcoming season.

ron tapscott in a sunny park
Politics & Government

Meet the pesky activist determined to hold Tempe leaders to account

By Jonah MantheyJune 4, 2026

Since retiring in 2012, Ron Tapscott has made it his mission to prod Tempe leaders into making the city a better place.

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Business

Tempe residents halt Shalimar Golf Club housing plan — for now

By Clarissa SosinMay 29, 2026

The fight over the future of the beloved but disheveled Tempe golf course has raged for two years.

Features

Then and Now: Photos of Tempe’s iconic music venues

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 22, 2026

A look back at Tempe’s most iconic rock bars, nightclubs and concert joints.

side by side photos of bobby nichols and brooke st. george
Politics & Government

Challengers poised to oust incumbents in Tempe City Council election

By Clarissa SosinMay 19, 2026

Brooke St. George and Bobby Nichols are likely to knock out two sitting councilmembers after a contentious runoff.

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Cognac heist: Plot thickens on recent restaurant theft of $4k bottle
Restaurants

Cognac heist: Plot thickens on recent restaurant theft of $4k bottle

By Tirion BoanMay 14, 2026

Thieves pocketed a $4k bottle of cognac from a Tempe restaurant. Then they called the restaurant to say it wasn’t them.

tempe city hall
Politics & Government

Someone’s using out-of-state money to swing Tempe’s election

By Clarissa SosinMay 12, 2026

Tempe voters received mailers, paid for “100 percent from out of state contributors,” attacking two city council candidates.

Why local musicians are rallying to help this beloved Tempe dive bar
Features

Why local musicians are rallying to help this beloved Tempe dive bar

By Benjamin LeathermanMay 8, 2026

“This place really does bring a lot of these people together.”

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A couple swiped a $4k bottle of cognac. Tempe restaurant seeks help to find them
Restaurants

A couple swiped a $4k bottle of cognac. Tempe restaurant seeks help to find them

By Tirion BoanMay 5, 2026

Dinner and drinks took on a whole new meaning for these alleged thieves.

Opinion | Reader Response

New Times readers aren’t impressed by Tempe’s new Mill Avenue sign

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 23, 2026

“Looks cheap AF”

Mill Avenue sign over traffic in downtown Tempe, Arizona
Valley Life

New gateway sign installed over Mill Avenue in downtown Tempe

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 21, 2026

“Perfect climbing for drunk guys on the weekends.”

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New interactive Tempe waterfront restaurant to open this spring
Restaurants

New interactive Tempe waterfront restaurant to open this spring

By Tirion BoanApril 17, 2026

Focusing on tableside cooking with luxe upgrades, the new restaurant is getting ready to make its debut.

Concerts

Your guide to Reggae Rise Up Arizona 2026 this weekend. What to know

By Benjamin LeathermanApril 13, 2026

Three days of reggae and hip-hop take over Tempe Beach Park, with sets from Stephen Marley, SOJA and others.

the downtown phoenix skyline at dusk, with the clouds tinted orange
Business

Here’s how much money it takes to be considered ‘rich’ in Phoenix

By Clarissa SosinApril 2, 2026

What counts as being in the top 20% varies depending on what Valley city you’re in.

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Rock stars on campus: remembering the golden era of ASU concerts
Features

Rock stars on campus: remembering the golden era of ASU concerts

By Niki D'AndreaApril 1, 2026

A look at the era when music’s biggest stars played in Tempe.

This Tempe brewery is expanding. Here’s what that means for craft beer fans
Bars & Breweries

This Tempe brewery is expanding. Here’s what that means for craft beer fans

By Sara CrockerApril 1, 2026

PHX Beer Co. closed its downtown brewhouse in August. A new brewer is taking the reins.

New sushi concept opens within flashy Tempe steakhouse
Restaurants

New sushi concept opens within flashy Tempe steakhouse

By Tirion BoanMarch 31, 2026

A new sushi and cocktail bar makes its debut along the waterfront.

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a protester holds a sign that says "ICE OFF ASU"
Education

ASU students, faculty protest to block ICE from campus: 11 photos

By Dante DallagoMarch 20, 2026

The protesters demanded that ASU do more to restrict ICE activities on campus.

Dubbed an ‘illegal speakeasy for minors,’ what’s next for Tempe Tavern?
Bars & Breweries

Dubbed an ‘illegal speakeasy for minors,’ what’s next for Tempe Tavern?

By Sara CrockerMarch 13, 2026

The college bar is “a clear and present danger to the community,” the Arizona liquor license department says.

After massive underage drinking busts, Tempe bar sues the city
Bars & Breweries

After massive underage drinking busts, Tempe bar sues the city

By Sara CrockerFebruary 26, 2026

Over two years, 420 underage drinkers were arrested at the bar. Now, it’s suing the city for “reputational harm.”

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Concerts

Extra Innings Festival 2026 in Tempe: Your guide to the event

By Benjamin LeathermanFebruary 24, 2026

Twenty One Pilots and Mumford & Sons lead three days of music and MLB events.

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