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Cardi B, A$AP Rocky and Maña are headed for the downtown Phoenix arena.
Mortgage Matchup Center 2026 schedule: every concert announced so far
Cardi B, A$AP Rocky and Maña are headed for the downtown Phoenix arena.
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January 22, 2026 at 9:12 PM
Glen Guyett spent decades lighting up the Valley. Over 40 years, the prolific artist and designer created some of Phoenix’s most iconic signs. They rose
Remembering Glen Guyett, the iconic sign designer who shaped Phoenix
Glen Guyett spent decades lighting up the Valley. Over 40 years, the prolific artist and designer created some of Phoenix’s most iconic signs. They rose
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January 22, 2026 at 8:42 PM
Phoenix homebuyers wildly outnumbered homesellers in December. But is that translating to lower prices?
Phoenix among best cities for homebuyers amid market shift
Phoenix homebuyers wildly outnumbered homesellers in December. But is that translating to lower prices?
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January 22, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Two advocacy groups are trying to codify same-sex marriage protections -- while including a carveout for religious objectors.
LGBTQ groups pushing same-sex marriage measure that OKs discrimination
Two advocacy groups are trying to codify same-sex marriage protections -- while including a carveout for religious objectors.
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January 22, 2026 at 7:08 PM
It's the festival's first move in more than two decades.
Chandler Ostrich Festival announces move to Rawhide for 2026
It's the festival's first move in more than two decades.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:38 PM
If you can't make it to the cottage, come to one of these local events.
'Heated Rivalry' parties take over Phoenix venues
If you can't make it to the cottage, come to one of these local events.
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January 22, 2026 at 6:08 PM
The new sushi and cocktail bar is slated to open in early February. Here's what to expect.
Flashy Tempe steakhouse divides space, adds sushi concept
The new sushi and cocktail bar is slated to open in early February. Here's what to expect.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:37 PM
The Nashville-style eatery tempts customers with spice levels from "mild" to "Sun Devil." It lands in Tempe this weekend.
West Valley hot chicken shop brings the heat to Tempe
The Nashville-style eatery tempts customers with spice levels from "mild" to "Sun Devil." It lands in Tempe this weekend.
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January 22, 2026 at 4:54 PM
Republican prosecutor Brad Miller denied that he has Signal on his phone, but Phoenix New Times has seen the messages.
Pinal County Attorney used Signal to skirt public records law
Republican prosecutor Brad Miller denied that he has Signal on his phone, but Phoenix New Times has seen the messages.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:30 PM
He made it to the Valley, following hospitalization a week prior.
R&B singer Ray J celebrated 45th birthday at Casa Moreno in Phoenix
He made it to the Valley, following hospitalization a week prior.
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January 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM
"Despite our best efforts, we were unable to make it work long term."
Here's when Tempe’s Darkstar Theater is closing
"Despite our best efforts, we were unable to make it work long term."
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January 22, 2026 at 12:48 AM
The Phoenix Police Department wants to make clear the exercises are not related to immigration enforcement.
U.S. military to conduct exercises in Phoenix over the next month
The Phoenix Police Department wants to make clear the exercises are not related to immigration enforcement.
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January 21, 2026 at 8:04 PM
Look to the skies to see the jellyfish-shaped phenomenon.
Will tonight's SpaceX launch be visible in Phoenix?
Look to the skies to see the jellyfish-shaped phenomenon.
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January 21, 2026 at 7:34 PM
Jerry Sheridan talked a big game about standing up to illegal ICE activity. Then he reversed course.
GOP sheriff backtracks after suggesting he’d arrest ICE agents
Jerry Sheridan talked a big game about standing up to illegal ICE activity. Then he reversed course.
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January 21, 2026 at 6:06 PM
And it’s ‘infused with AI technology.’
This iconic Phoenix alternative station returns after decades away
And it’s ‘infused with AI technology.’
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January 21, 2026 at 5:20 PM
It was cosplay all day at the annual event.
Superhero Saturday 2026: The best costumes at the Phoenix geek event
It was cosplay all day at the annual event.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:50 PM
Phoenix chefs, restaurants and bar pros are in the mix for this year's James Beard Awards.
12 Arizona chefs, restaurants named 2026 James Beard Award semifinalists
Phoenix chefs, restaurants and bar pros are in the mix for this year's James Beard Awards.
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January 21, 2026 at 4:16 PM
🔗: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/new-phoenix-spring-forecast-unusually-warm-conditions-40638071/ 

Temperatures this spring — specifically, February through April — are expected to be a bit warmer than normal.
January 21, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Yelp ranked the 100 best restaurants around the country. These four Arizona spots made the cut.
4 Arizona restaurants are among the nation's top spots to eat in 2026
Yelp ranked the 100 best restaurants around the country. These four Arizona spots made the cut.
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January 21, 2026 at 3:06 PM
Grab your tickets to the two-day, EDM shindig.
Breakaway Music Festival announces 2026 lineup
Grab your tickets to the two-day, EDM shindig.
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January 21, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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NEW: A southern Arizona sheriff's office has been undertaking an odd publicity campaign for a drone company and defense contractor.

The sheriff -- Mark Dannels -- and one of the company's board members were both involved in Project 2025.

Story:
Why is an Arizona sheriff shilling for a private drone company?
The Cochise County Sheriff's Office has run a media blitz for drone company Draganfly, possibly benefiting a Trump associate.
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January 20, 2026 at 10:44 PM
The tiny Phoenix restaurant served traditional Peruvian recipes for 12 years.
Classic Valley Peruvian restaurant closes original eatery
The tiny Phoenix restaurant served traditional Peruvian recipes for 12 years.
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January 20, 2026 at 8:53 PM
January 20, 2026 at 7:08 PM
The Cochise County Sheriff's Office has run a media blitz for drone company Draganfly, possibly benefiting a Trump associate.
Why is an Arizona sheriff shilling for a private drone company?
The Cochise County Sheriff's Office has run a media blitz for drone company Draganfly, possibly benefiting a Trump associate.
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January 20, 2026 at 6:56 PM
In Old Town and beyond, Scottsdale is home to some exceptional eateries. Here's where to start.
Delicious dozen: The 12 best restaurants in Scottsdale
In Old Town and beyond, Scottsdale is home to some exceptional eateries. Here's where to start.
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January 20, 2026 at 6:10 PM