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· Nov 19
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These bands got aurally absorbed on a cross country driving trip. Here's how they fared.
5 must-hear records by Phoenix bands
These bands got aurally absorbed on a cross country driving trip. Here's how they fared.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:02 PM
These bands got aurally absorbed on a cross country driving trip. Here's how they fared.
You won't know what you're seeing until you get to the theater.
Harkins Secret Cinema returns tonight with $5 mystery movie
You won't know what you're seeing until you get to the theater.
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December 15, 2025 at 11:02 PM
You won't know what you're seeing until you get to the theater.
The Phoenix City Council will weigh a proposal to prohibit handing out drug-testing kits and providing HIV testing in parks.
Phoenix may ban handing out drug-testing kits in city parks
The Phoenix City Council will weigh a proposal to prohibit handing out drug-testing kits and providing HIV testing in parks.
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December 15, 2025 at 10:31 PM
The Phoenix City Council will weigh a proposal to prohibit handing out drug-testing kits and providing HIV testing in parks.
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We're in the midst of our End-of-Year fundraising campaign, and we have until December 31 to raise $30,000. If you value our work, please make a contribution today to help us reach our goal.
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Safwat Saleem's "Unrequited Love Institute" introduces us to a strange alternate reality.
Phoenix museum exhibit plunges guests into dystopian world
Safwat Saleem's "Unrequited Love Institute" introduces us to a strange alternate reality.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:45 PM
Safwat Saleem's "Unrequited Love Institute" introduces us to a strange alternate reality.
The high-energy steakhouse plans to open a second Valley location in 2026.
Scottsdale steakhouse to bring 'vibe dining' to downtown Phoenix
The high-energy steakhouse plans to open a second Valley location in 2026.
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December 15, 2025 at 8:15 PM
The high-energy steakhouse plans to open a second Valley location in 2026.
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There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
December 15, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
Can you guess which areas of Maricopa County are the richest? Probably. Can you afford a home there? Probably not!
The 10 wealthiest ZIP codes in the Valley
Can you guess which areas of Maricopa County are the richest? Probably. Can you afford a home there? Probably not!
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December 15, 2025 at 6:46 PM
Can you guess which areas of Maricopa County are the richest? Probably. Can you afford a home there? Probably not!
In a national ranking, these Valley eateries stood out for their flavorful broths, tender noodles and unique toppings.
3 Phoenix spots ranked among the best ramen shops in the country
In a national ranking, these Valley eateries stood out for their flavorful broths, tender noodles and unique toppings.
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December 15, 2025 at 6:16 PM
In a national ranking, these Valley eateries stood out for their flavorful broths, tender noodles and unique toppings.
From longtime staples to splashy new spots, these shuttered Valley restaurants left their mark.
The 12 biggest Phoenix restaurant closings of 2025
From longtime staples to splashy new spots, these shuttered Valley restaurants left their mark.
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December 15, 2025 at 4:28 PM
From longtime staples to splashy new spots, these shuttered Valley restaurants left their mark.
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Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
December 15, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
Sinema lobbied hard for the data center, but her involvement created exactly the opposition she tried to sweeping away. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/chandler-city-council-unanimously-kills-sinema-backed-data-center-40628102/
Thumbs down: Chandler kills Sinema-backed data center in 7-0 vote
Sinema lobbied hard for the data center, but her involvement created exactly the opposition she tried to sweeping away.
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December 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Sinema lobbied hard for the data center, but her involvement created exactly the opposition she tried to sweeping away. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/chandler-city-council-unanimously-kills-sinema-backed-data-center-40628102/
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Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
December 14, 2025 at 12:00 AM
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Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
From Narnia to South Park, here's where to catch the best light displays around Phoenix: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/best-christmas-lights-and-holiday-displays-in-phoenix-2025-40624211/
December 13, 2025 at 10:00 PM
From Narnia to South Park, here's where to catch the best light displays around Phoenix: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/best-christmas-lights-and-holiday-displays-in-phoenix-2025-40624211/
Trophy Room, a cocktail bar hidden inside downtown’s Wren & Wolf, has become a “candy-coated wonderland” for Christmas.
🎄 Find the full list with 20 holiday bars in Phoenix here: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/phoenix-holiday-pop-up-bars-to-visit-this-season-40622298/
🎄 Find the full list with 20 holiday bars in Phoenix here: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/phoenix-holiday-pop-up-bars-to-visit-this-season-40622298/
December 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Trophy Room, a cocktail bar hidden inside downtown’s Wren & Wolf, has become a “candy-coated wonderland” for Christmas.
🎄 Find the full list with 20 holiday bars in Phoenix here: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/phoenix-holiday-pop-up-bars-to-visit-this-season-40622298/
🎄 Find the full list with 20 holiday bars in Phoenix here: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/phoenix-holiday-pop-up-bars-to-visit-this-season-40622298/
EDM promoters Relentless Beats and their sub-brand Aftershock are determined to keep your feet on the pulse and your heart racing.
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/new-edm-bass-festival-system-overload-dates-performers-announced-40628091/
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/new-edm-bass-festival-system-overload-dates-performers-announced-40628091/
New EDM bass festival System Overload: Dates, performers announced
This two-day event is truly all about that bass.
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December 13, 2025 at 5:00 PM
EDM promoters Relentless Beats and their sub-brand Aftershock are determined to keep your feet on the pulse and your heart racing.
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/new-edm-bass-festival-system-overload-dates-performers-announced-40628091/
https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/new-edm-bass-festival-system-overload-dates-performers-announced-40628091/
There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
Phoenix adds more parking meters downtown, pisses everyone off
There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
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December 13, 2025 at 3:32 PM
There are precious few free places to park downtown, and now many of those are going away.
Phoestivus, nature walks and free museum days. Here are the best free things to get into this weekend. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-in-phoenix-40616228/
Free things to do in Phoenix this weekend
A new weekend brings a new crop of free things to do in the Valley.
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December 13, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Phoestivus, nature walks and free museum days. Here are the best free things to get into this weekend. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-in-phoenix-40616228/
The senator joined the "Red Cup Rebellion," supporting workers fighting for better hours and pay.
Sen. Gallego joins the fight for striking Starbucks workers
The senator joined the "Red Cup Rebellion," supporting workers fighting for better hours and pay.
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December 12, 2025 at 10:00 PM
The senator joined the "Red Cup Rebellion," supporting workers fighting for better hours and pay.
Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
Andy Biggs gets transphobic, claims ‘trans kids don't exist’
Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:05 PM
Eager to curry MAGA's favor as he runs for Arizona governor, Biggs punched down at vulnerable children.
A new venue and a stacked slate of artists mark the festival’s comeback to the Valley.
Boots in the Park reveals its 2026 Arizona country festival lineup
A new venue and a stacked slate of artists mark the festival’s comeback to the Valley.
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December 12, 2025 at 6:35 PM
A new venue and a stacked slate of artists mark the festival’s comeback to the Valley.
Where to dine, grab dessert or sip a cocktail in the massive hub of Mesa's Asian District.
Your guide to every restaurant at Mekong Plaza
Where to dine, grab dessert or sip a cocktail in the massive hub of Mesa's Asian District.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Where to dine, grab dessert or sip a cocktail in the massive hub of Mesa's Asian District.
Phoenix restaurants are offering special menus in honor of the eight-day celebration that starts on Dec. 14.
Celebrate Hanukkah with foods from these 5 Phoenix restaurants
Phoenix restaurants are offering special menus in honor of the eight-day celebration that starts on Dec. 14.
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December 12, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Phoenix restaurants are offering special menus in honor of the eight-day celebration that starts on Dec. 14.
The small communities of Heber and Overgaard are a hotspot for alien tourism.
50 years on, 'Fire in the Sky' UFO incident still shapes Arizona town
The small communities of Heber and Overgaard are a hotspot for alien tourism.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:30 PM
The small communities of Heber and Overgaard are a hotspot for alien tourism.
Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
Mesa family says ICE detained visiting relative despite valid visa
Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Mexican national Edwar Gonzalez is being held by ICE, though is relatives say he was visiting them on a valid visa.