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The police records reveal that one officer recently returned from leave. The other received glowing reviews from his boss. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/one-officer-recently-returned-from-leave-other-received-glowing-reviews-from-boss-police-records-reveal-40695175/

Start off the holiday weekend by enjoying Phoenix's museums and galleries. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/first-friday-phoenix-downtown-guide-19163140/

More than 1 million American children have lost access to food assistance. Now, their free school meals are in jeopardy. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/snap-cuts-could-lead-to-kids-losing-free-school-breakfast-and-lunch-40695129/

Feely hopes to tar opponent Amish Shah as a socialist in Arizona’s highly competitive Congressional District 1 race. www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/feely-h...

This weekend, you can check out First Friday, see some supercars or learn about edible desert plants. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/free-things-to-do-in-phoenix-40616228/

Your complete guide to Saboten Con 2026, including guests, tickets and schedule details. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/saboten-con-2026-phoenix-guide-40695054/

For some, fall means it’s time for pumpkin spice, cozy flannels and changing leaves. For others, it means one thing only. It’s time for football. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/best-sports-bars-in-phoenix-18761363/

10 winning Phoenix sports bars to catch the game

These Valley destinations for sports fans have plenty of screens, beer and snacks to fuel the fun long after halftime.

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The CDC’s parasite surveillance team shrank from 11 people to 3 before the record cyclospora outbreak. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/experts-warn-trump-hollowed-out-food-safety-system-40694946/

The iconic downtown music venue is planning an anniversary party next month. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/music/downtown-phoenix-concert-venue-crescent-ballroom-turns-15-40695055/

Spend the holiday weekend partying poolside, dancing to local DJs and hitting some of the Valley’s biggest events. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/best-labor-day-weekend-parties-phoenix-2026-40694993/

The physicians voted to unionize, with 149 voting in favor and 66 voting against, in a groundbreaking development for the state. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/physicians-voted-unionize-149-voting-in-favor-66-voting-against-groundbreaking-development-for-state-40695037/

Investigators will review body cam, calls for service, and their time on the force. The city also released their disciplinary records. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/investigators-review-body-cam-calls-for-service-time-on-force-release-disciplinary-records-40695016/

Vecina won over fans and critics with a unique Latin American-inspired menu when it opened its doors in Arcadia in 2019. www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/a...

Acclaimed Latin restaurant to open second Valley location this month

The Arcadia eatery is coming to a new neighborhood. Here's what to expect.

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Here's where to get a taste of the season, regardless of the temperature. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/find-fall-flavors-at-these-phoenix-restaurants-and-cafes-40694914/

If this sale goes through, the Arkansas-based chain could open more than 40 locations in Arizona. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/7-brew-wins-bid-for-salad-and-go-locations-40694956/

Analysts compared the 50 largest U.S. cities through three different categories: people and housing, work and earnings and business and economy.

Ka-BOOM! Phoenix lands the 6th spot in boomtowns across the country

The city's business and economic growth was a major contributor to its designation as a boomtown, according to experts.

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The shooter had a list of LGBTQ-friendly businesses with him. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/shooting-at-tucson-gay-bar-kills-two-investigated-as-hate-crime-40694918/

The first Southwest Michelin Guide was full of surprises. Local chefs are hungry for more. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/arizona-chefs-return-from-michelin-ceremony-determined-40694880/

Backlash to a frustrated Phoenix driver's smashing of a speed camera taps into fury over the burgeoning surveillance state. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/brandon-ribadeneira-championed-as-a-local-folk-hero-40693476/

Arizonans who missed the recent SpaceX launches are getting another chance to watch some skyrockets in flight.

SpaceX rocket launch could be visible in Phoenix this week

Here's when to look at the sky very early Wednesday morning.

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