Cactus League Games Change Start Times Due to Valley Heat
A record heat wave is forcing 11 spring training games to shift to later start times for fan safety.
Civil-rights Icon and UFW Co-founder César Chávez's Arizona Roots
Phoenix Faces Extreme Heat Warning as Temps Reach 109 Degrees
Weather
Phoenix Braces for Historic Heatwave as Midwest Battles Blizzards
Scorching temperatures forecast to reach 105°F in Phoenix, while blizzard conditions and ice storms sweep across parts of the Midwest

Phoenix-Area Neighborhoods Face Uneven Heat Impacts
Researchers say some parts of the Valley can be up to 10 degrees hotter due to the urban heat island effect.
Phoenix Residents Endure Early-Season Heat Wave
Temperatures approach triple digits as March heat wave hits Arizona
Crime
Phoenix Police Kill 3 People in 5 Days
The department has already reached nearly half of its 2025 total of 11 police killings.

Phoenix Police Standoff Ends in Man's Death, Woman and Child Rescued
Authorities say the incident began with a reported fight at an apartment complex before a standoff ensued.
Armed suspect killed in hostage situation; 2023 murder remains unsolved
Phoenix police respond to domestic violence call, leading to deadly confrontation
Lifestyle
Carrington College Invites Phoenix Community to Campus Ribbon-Cutting
Event will showcase allied health, nursing and veterinary assisting programs

Runo Plum Announces 'Patching' Tour
The indie musician will visit Phoenix as part of their nationwide tour.
Arizona School Districts Announce Closures Amid Declining Enrollment
Budget issues and the expansion of school vouchers are driving the shutdowns across the Phoenix metro area.
Entertainment
Marissa Nadler Performs at Ages 21+ Event
The indie folk singer-songwriter takes the stage in Phoenix.

Machine Girl to Perform at The Van Buren
The electronic duo will take the stage in Phoenix on March 17, 2026.
The Barr Brothers Announce 'Let It Hiss Tour' 2026 Stop in Phoenix
The Canadian folk rock band will perform at Crescent Ballroom in March 2026.
Travel
Buc-ee's Sets Opening Date for First Arizona Location
The Texas-based travel center chain will open its massive new Goodyear store on June 22, 2026.

TSA Staffing Shortages Causing Long Delays at Major Airports
Arizona airports see relatively normal wait times so far, but connecting flights could still be impacted
Crash Closes Loop 202 to Loop 101 Ramps in Tempe
Morning commute snarled as authorities respond to overturned truck on the highway