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These are Phoenix's top 3 pizza restaurants. Vote now for the best

The people have spoken, and three pizza restaurants in Scottsdale and downtown Phoenix are finalists in the 2025 Best Pizza Poll. Who has your vote?

Woo: An ode to my baseball dad on Father’s Day

Our Cardinals beat writer was a baseball-obsessed kid, but her career path required encouragement: "You just have to stick with it, Koko."

'No Kings' protest: Anti-Trump rally planned for downtown Phoenix on June 14

Protests against Donald Trump’s policies are scheduled to take place nationwide, including in Phoenix, on Saturday as a military parade rolls through Washington, D.C. for the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary – which is also Flag Day and the president's birthday.

This AZ mall just got named 1 of the best in the US. Here's why shoppers love it

This swanky shopping center made the 2025 USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards list. Here's why it got picked and what's coming soon

The best mall in America? Right here in Florida, according to new nationwide ranking

BEST Readers Choice Awards voters have spoken, and the Aventura Mall in Miami is the best mall in the country. Take that, Mall of America.

Scottsdale City Council Adopts $2.2B Budget, Prioritizes Core Services and Community Investments

Scottsdale City Council approved a $2.204 billion budget, a 4% cut from last year, focusing on core services and community investment.

Evaluating the Value of Classic Matchboxes

Classic matchboxes have fascinated collectors and enthusiasts for decades.

Hiking Influencer, 31, Found Dead Hundreds of Yards Away From Popular Arizona Trail

Hiking influencer Hannah Moody, 31, was found dead near Arizona's McDowell Sonoran Preserve after being reported missing

Surprise Squad honors volunteer who devotes countless hours to helping families

Debbie has a full-time job, but still devotes time to volunteer for Backpacks 4 Kids AZ and other causes. This segment is sponsored by Valley Toyota Dealers.

Olympic icon Mary Lou Retton accused of DUI in West Virginia

Mary Lou Retton, 57, was stopped in Marion County, West Virginia, on May 17 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol, controlled substances, or drugs

Scottsdale mayor recaptures two staff members

A few days before the retreat, those four – Barry Graham, Jan Dubauskas, Adam Kwasman and Kathy Littlefield – flexed their muscle against Borowsky, ripping two staff members away from her control. Many might have been flustered and enraged by the constant “blocks.”

Not Bill Belichick nor Vince Lombardi, Alabama legend Nick Saban names the best head coach of all time

Alabama Crimson Tide head coaching legend Nick Saban voiced an honest statement about the best head coach in football history, dismissing both Bill Belichick and Vince Lombardi—or even himself—for that honour.

Scottsdale's Driving MBA Aims to Improve Teen Safety During Arizona's 100 Deadliest Days on the Road

Driving MBA in Scottsdale uses simulators to teach teens safe driving during the "100 Deadliest Days" of summer.

Scottsdale Police Arrest Seven Linked to Alleged South American Theft Group After Multi-State Burglary Spree

Scottsdale police arrested seven individuals linked to a string of burglaries believed to be part of the South American Theft Group. The crackdown followed a tip from Burbank, CA police.

Local driving simulator helps teens prepare for '100 deadliest days' on the road

The next 100 days are statistically the most dangerous for teens on the road as school lets out and summer approaches.

Daughter to captain NTFA side in historic memorial game honouring dad

A highly decorated stalwart of two major Tasmanian clubs will be immortalised as they do battle for the first time in 40 years.

Is Saffron the Secret to Healthy, Glowing Skin?

Saffron is one of the most expensive spices in the world, which is one reason why it's quite literally worth its weight in gold. Saffron is typically harvested by hand from the crocus sativus flower.

Microchip Opens Registration for its 25th Annual MASTERs Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona

The conference will be held at the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, located in the heart of the Sonoran Desert, an AAA Five Diamond resort with lush grounds, serene lagoons, six sparkling pools and world-class golf. While attending the world-class conference, attendees can also unwind and enjoy a vacation atmosphere.

Scottsdale hosts open houses on state law revision

Last summer, city planner Brad Carr walked the Planning Commission through three housing changes – “Adaptive Reuse,” “The Casitas Law” and “Middle Housing” – that then-Mayor David Ortega and others warned would have horrific impacts on the city.

Inspiration for hot dog specials can come from anywhere for owner at Coney Express

A family business that once existed in the former Scottsdale Mall in South Bend still has homemade soups and a lot of creativity and customer loyalty.

TPI Composites: Q1 Earnings Snapshot

TPI Composites Inc. (TPIC) on Monday reported a loss of $48.3 million in its first quarter. On a per-share basis, the

New rules for using purified wastewater give Arizona cities more options

With dwindling water supplies, cities throughout Arizona are exploring multiple ways to meet residents’ water needs. In March, the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality gave municipalities a new tool: Wastewater treated by advanced purification can now flow directly from local water systems into residents’ taps.

Mayo Clinic Arizona CFO to exit

Allison Viramontes plans to exit her role as CFO of Mayo Clinic in Arizona, according to a May 10 LinkedIn post. Ms. Viramontes served in the health system’s Phoenix and Scottsdale area for five years,

Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort offers unparalleled hospitality & relaxation

Summer has been reimagined with the stunning revitalization of Grand Hyatt Scottsdale Resort.

City of Scottsdale wants you to help homebound seniors beat the heat

The City of Scottsdale and its senior services department are already preparing to ensure that city seniors have what they need, but they could use some help in that process.

Co-captains provide spark as Magpies wrestle victory off South Launceston

Scottsdale have overcome a half-time deficit to emerge victorious by eight points in a close contest against South Launceston.

Two teens arrested for breaking into Kia car: Shaker Heights police blotter

The Shaker Heights police blotter also includes an item in which a drunk woman was arrested after she drove her car into a tree.

Arizona Cardinals rookies given 2 key pieces of advice living in Arizona for first time

Sixth-round pick Hayden Conner shares what advice he has been given as a new resident in Arizona playing football.

For a company that makes Tasers, Axon has a shockingly pathetic victim routine | Opinion

There's a simple way to resolve the standoff between Axon and Scottsdale. If Axon won't change its plan to build apartments, make the case to voters.

LPL’s Steinmeier is on his bicycle convincing Commonwealth advisors to join up

Indeed, Steinmeier over the past five weeks has visited Commonwealth advisors, taken bike rides in stormy weather with them and sipped wine, all as part of an effort to send the message that LPL respects the close-knit Commonwealth culture and does not want to upset that culture, although the firm is being acquired.

Jacob Johnson Appointed as Scottsdale's Official Emergency Manager after Earning Top Credential

Jacob Johnson has been appointed as Scottsdale's permanent Emergency Manager after serving as Acting Emergency Manager and earning the Certified Emergency Manager designation.

Persons, places and things: Mountaintop experience

Fye Editor Calf muscles stretched as we ascended Tom’s Thumb Trailhead to its summit on a hot, dry ...Read More

Longtime Glendale principal approaching last day before retirement

Mark Anderson has been around schools, students, classrooms, and education for so long even he can’t quite remember exactly when it all started.

IKEA to open a 75,000-square-foot ‘one-level small-format store’ in Phoenix

The announcement of this one-level small-format store in Phoenix marks the third Arizona IKEA store; all concepts are slightly different.

New Arizona law allows colleges and universities to pay student athletes

Four years after Arizona first allowed payments to student athletes, a new law expands the ways universities and colleges can compensate sought-after sports stars and raise the money to pay them.

Hallowed golf ground, under repair

Land is the most crucial and varied component of golf. At Indigenous-owned courses, such as B.C.’s St. Eugene and Nk’Mip, that importance takes on a higher meaning.