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Goodyear police fired the officer, who was trying to teach a lesson to a man who'd left his kids in the car on a summer day.
Ex-Goodyear cop suspended for locking neglectful dad in a hot car
Goodyear police fired the officer, who was trying to teach a lesson to a man who'd left his kids in the car on a summer day.
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January 30, 2026 at 7:16 PM
His latest poetry book features original paintings and drawings.
Phoenix rocker Mike Skullbuster knew he was a poet all along
His latest poetry book features original paintings and drawings.
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January 30, 2026 at 6:20 PM
"People just took in all these strangers. ...They just helped for the sake of helping."
'Come From Away' musical is a tale of kindness on America's worst day
"People just took in all these strangers. ...They just helped for the sake of helping."
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January 30, 2026 at 5:50 PM
The "greatest show on grass" kicks off on Monday.
WM Phoenix Open 2026: Dates, tickets and what to know
The "greatest show on grass" kicks off on Monday.
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January 30, 2026 at 3:40 PM
"I have little doubt it was the wrong call."
Why this Phoenix promoter postponed a concert due to ICE
"I have little doubt it was the wrong call."
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January 30, 2026 at 3:10 PM
Donald Trump want to reclassify weed as a less-dangerous drug. What would that mean for medical marijuana?
Should medical marijuana be easier to get? An expert explains
Donald Trump want to reclassify weed as a less-dangerous drug. What would that mean for medical marijuana?
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January 30, 2026 at 2:30 PM
A Zipps employee allegedly orchestrated providing stolen identities to undocumented workers to pass verification checks.
4 Zipps employees face criminal charges stemming from ICE raid
A Zipps employee allegedly orchestrated providing stolen identities to undocumented workers to pass verification checks.
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January 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Many restaurants and cafes will close for the day. Others will host fundraisers in solidarity with nationwide ICE protests.

We rounded them all up in one list: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/valley-restaurants-to-close-for-national-shutdown-protesting-ice-40640583/ 
January 30, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Many restaurants and cafes will close for the day. Others will host fundraisers in solidarity with nationwide ICE protests.
Phoenix restaurants closed Friday to protest ICE amid U.S. shutdown
Many restaurants and cafes will close for the day. Others will host fundraisers in solidarity with nationwide ICE protests.
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January 30, 2026 at 12:23 AM
Republicans and Democrats took Recorder Justin Heap to task for his many scandals, including a staffer's extreme tweets.
MAGA county recorder gets ass thoroughly chewed out at budget meeting
Republicans and Democrats took Recorder Justin Heap to task for his many scandals, including a staffer's extreme tweets.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:53 PM
The former "Daily Show" host is headed our way.
Trevor Noah adds Phoenix dates to 2026 comedy tour
The former "Daily Show" host is headed our way.
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January 29, 2026 at 11:23 PM
Here's when and where to find the popular attraction and what collectibles it's selling: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/hello-kitty-cafe-truck-hits-scottsdale-this-weekend-17511256/ 
January 29, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The former chef and co-owner of CRUjiente Tacos will oversee four restaurants at the luxe hotel.
Acclaimed Arcadia chef lands at Scottsdale resort
The former chef and co-owner of CRUjiente Tacos will oversee four restaurants at the luxe hotel.
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January 29, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Police have been mum about a fatal police shooting Monday, but the slain man's stepson says a cop rashly shot the wrong guy.

Here's the story: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/phoenix-cop-killed-wrong-man-monday-family-member-says-40640460/ 
January 29, 2026 at 6:11 PM
The family-friendly pop culture event takes place on Saturday.
Tempe FanCon 2026: What to know about the free library geek fest
The family-friendly pop culture event takes place on Saturday.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:36 PM
The cameras go live Feb. 23. A month after that, they'll start generating tickets.
Watch out for new speed cameras along these Phoenix roadways
The cameras go live Feb. 23. A month after that, they'll start generating tickets.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:06 PM
Here's when and where to find the popular attraction and what collectibles it's selling.
Scottsdale lands Hello Kitty Cafe truck pit stop this weekend
Here's when and where to find the popular attraction and what collectibles it's selling.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Cattle has long been a cornerstone of Arizona. But right now, almost every new restaurant is a steakhouse.
Herd mentality: Why new steakhouses are taking over Phoenix
Cattle has long been a cornerstone of Arizona. But right now, almost every new restaurant is a steakhouse.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Live sounds abound in the Valley. Here are some top options.
10 best concerts in Phoenix this weekend
Live sounds abound in the Valley. Here are some top options.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:20 PM
Police have been mum about a fatal police shooting Monday, but the slain man's stepson says a cop rashly shot the wrong guy.
Phoenix cop shot and killed wrong man Monday, family member says
Police have been mum about a fatal police shooting Monday, but the slain man's stepson says a cop rashly shot the wrong guy.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:12 PM
The weekend event filled the downtown district with color.
Photos: Tempe Blooms 2026 was a floral explosion
The weekend event filled the downtown district with color.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:16 PM
Two former SAE pledges laid out their alleged three-months hazing hell: binge drinking, physical punishment and more.
Waterboarding and spicy cheeseballs: ASU frat faces hazing lawsuit
Two former SAE pledges laid out their alleged three-months hazing hell: binge drinking, physical punishment and more.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:46 PM
The spirit-forward lounge will offer rare bottles, craft cocktails and more. Here's what to expect.
A new bourbon bar is opening in uptown Phoenix
The spirit-forward lounge will offer rare bottles, craft cocktails and more. Here's what to expect.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Looking to impress this Valentine's Day? Yelpers recommend a winning destination.
Valley eatery named the nation's most romantic restaurant
Looking to impress this Valentine's Day? Yelpers recommend a winning destination.
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January 28, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Valley locations of the sports bar are currently closed after federal agents raided the restaurants and clashed with protesters on Monday.
Zipps is 'working to reopen' following Monday ICE raids
Valley locations of the sports bar are currently closed after federal agents raided the restaurants and clashed with protesters on Monday.
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January 28, 2026 at 6:14 PM