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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · Nov 19

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Original reporting and compelling writing on local news, restaurants, arts and culture have made Phoenix New Times a vital resource for readers who want to understand and engage with their community.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 8h

The metal-meets-reggae band is headed to Valley Bar.

Nathan Aurora on MySpace roots and pioneering reggaecore

The metal-meets-reggae band is headed to Valley Bar.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 8h

High winds and rain uprooted trees and damaged buildings in Tempe on Monday.

How rare was that destructive Tempe microburst? What to know

High winds and rain uprooted trees and damaged buildings in Tempe on Monday.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 9h

The restaurant, bar and dessert shop was known for its supersized colorful milkshakes and seasonal events.

The only Arizona location of this retro milkshake bar has closed

The restaurant, bar and dessert shop was known for its supersized colorful milkshakes and seasonal events.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 9h

Heading to the Phoenix Pride Festival this weekend? Keep the party going at the best LGBTQ+ bars in Phoenix.

Top Valley gay bars to keep the party going after Pride

Heading to the Phoenix Pride Festival this weekend? Keep the party going at the best LGBTQ+ bars in Phoenix.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 10h

Monday’s storm battered the beloved Tempe arts and music hub and tore off roofs.

Tempe’s Danelle Plaza and Yucca Tap Room damaged by microburst

Monday’s storm battered the beloved Tempe arts and music hub and tore off roofs.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 10h

Here's what's moving in to the former The Larder & The Delta and Binkley's bungalow.

Former Binkley's chef will take over midtown restaurant

Here's what's moving in to the former The Larder & The Delta and Binkley's bungalow.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 11h

The company expanded in the spring, but has quickly closed its second spot.

Popular Valley barbecue spot closes restaurant after 6 months

The company expanded in the spring, but has quickly closed its second spot.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 12h

Up for a spooky road trip? These Arizona spots just made the list of the top historic haunted hotels.

Prescott, Arizona landmark among the most haunted hotels in U.S.

Up for a spooky road trip? These Arizona spots just made the list of the top historic haunted hotels.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 13h

The $1.2 billion luxury hotel was set to debut in 2026. Here's the latest.

When is VAI Resort opening? What to know about the Glendale project's status

The $1.2 billion luxury hotel was set to debut in 2026. Here's the latest.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 14h

Thee Madcaps, Grackle and Instagon play Overdue to raise funds for the Arizona venue.

Phoenix benefit show to help storm-ravaged Miami Art Works

Thee Madcaps, Grackle and Instagon play Overdue to raise funds for the Arizona venue.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 15h

The weather is cooling down, and the mass protests are gearing back up.

Phoenix ‘No Kings’ protest: When, where, what to know

The weather is cooling down, and the mass protests are gearing back up.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

It was a wild, funny and magical night when ASU Gammage hosted a special screening of the beloved cult musical.

Fans went all out for 50th anniversary of ‘Rocky Horror’ in Tempe

It was a wild, funny and magical night when ASU Gammage hosted a special screening of the beloved cult musical.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

Autumn may be off to a wet start, but that trend doesn't figure to hold for the first few months of 2026.

New Phoenix winter forecast released: What to expect

Autumn may be off to a wet start, but that trend doesn't figure to hold for the first few months of 2026.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

The actor will host a free screening of the classic sports flick after the Western Wiffle Ball Classic championship game.

Kevin Costner hosts free ‘Field of Dreams’ screening in Scottsdale

The actor will host a free screening of the classic sports flick after the Western Wiffle Ball Classic championship game.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

Cody Johnson dropped out due to a medical issue.

Kid Rock is the new Hondo Rodeo Fest headline and Phoenix isn’t thrilled

Cody Johnson dropped out due to a medical issue.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

The competition celebrates the best craft beer in the country. This year, Arizona brewers brought home seven medals.

7 Arizona breweries win big at the 2025 Great American Beer Festival

The competition celebrates the best craft beer in the country. This year, Arizona brewers brought home seven medals.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

The new shop uses ethically sourced chocolate to craft intricate, colorful treats.

New chocolate shop brings artisan bonbons to Chandler

The new shop uses ethically sourced chocolate to craft intricate, colorful treats.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

The indie music festival at Thunderbird Lounge returns for its second year.

Let Fest announces 2025 lineup

The indie music festival at Thunderbird Lounge returns for its second year.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 1d

What do a golf cart, cable TV and car washes have to do with following a federal judge's order to stop racially profiling?

How the sheriff’s office milked a racial profiling case for $163M

What do a golf cart, cable TV and car washes have to do with following a federal judge's order to stop racially profiling?

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 2d

Phoenix has finished its Metrocenter demolition. Here's what's replacing it: https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/phoenix-finishes-metrocenter-demolition-see-whats-replacing-it-40610169/

Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 2d

At this point, does it matter what the music sounds like? A researcher's deep dive.

Swift science: Aggressive marketing guarantees success

At this point, does it matter what the music sounds like? A researcher's deep dive.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 2d

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Can’t spell “QAnon” without Q&A. The infamous Jan. 6 insurrectionist spoke to New Times about his bonkers anti-Trump lawsuit.

Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 2d

Families worry as WIC funds are poised to run dry in three weeks. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/food-drink/government-shutdown-threatens-food-aid-for-arizona-moms-and-kids-40610708/

Government shutdown threatens food aid for Arizona moms and kids

Families worry as WIC funds are poised to run dry in three weeks.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 3d

It's career show-and-tell when the legendary photographer presents and discusses his iconic work.

'Behind the Lens' with Henry Diltz

It's career show-and-tell when the legendary photographer presents and discusses his iconic work.

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Phoenix New Times @phoenixnewtimes.com · 3d

Valley resident Heather Corcoran decks her home in glitter and ghouls for a Swiftie Halloween vibe

Here's how to visit. https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/arts-culture/taylor-swift-halloween-house-phoenix-40610294/

Taylor Swift Halloween House Phoenix is back. Here’s a look

Valley resident Heather Corcoran decks her home in glitter and ghouls for a Swiftie Halloween vibe

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