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He was the "backbone" of the band.
Rob Hirst from Midnight Oil dies at 70
He was the "backbone" of the band.
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January 25, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Phoenix homebuyers wildly outnumbered homesellers in December. But is that translating to lower prices?
January 24, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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January 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Gilbert's vaccination rates are among the lowest in the Valley, meaning measles could spread quickly.
Gilbert has 2 new measles cases, could be site of growing outbreak
Gilbert's vaccination rates are among the lowest in the Valley, meaning measles could spread quickly.
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January 24, 2026 at 12:38 AM
A protest outside of ICE's Phoenix field office resulted in one person being detained and others being maced, activists said.
Phoenix protesters, agents clash outside of ICE field office
A protest outside of ICE's Phoenix field office resulted in one person being detained and others being maced, activists said.
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January 23, 2026 at 11:58 PM
Mayes said this week that masked ICE agents and an armed populace are a toxic mix. Her opponents said she promoted violence.
Did Kris Mayes really justify shooting ICE agents?
Mayes said this week that masked ICE agents and an armed populace are a toxic mix. Her opponents said she promoted violence.
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January 23, 2026 at 10:02 PM
Did you catch any shows at this former hotspot?
The Brickhouse: A look back at downtown Phoenix’s iconic music venue
Did you catch any shows at this former hotspot?
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January 23, 2026 at 8:38 PM
The prolific artist and designer’s famed works include Mr. Lucky’s and Valley National Bank.
A look back at Glen Guyett’s most iconic Phoenix signs
The prolific artist and designer’s famed works include Mr. Lucky’s and Valley National Bank.
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January 23, 2026 at 8:08 PM
Publicly reported sightings - which represent a fraction of ICE activity - show agents hitting some areas more than others.
Map: Where ICE has been seen in Phoenix so far
Publicly reported sightings - which represent a fraction of ICE activity - show agents hitting some areas more than others.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:54 PM
A luxe martini bar, a tropical oasis for tiki tipples and more are opening in the heart of the city.
5 new cocktail bars shaking up downtown Phoenix
A luxe martini bar, a tropical oasis for tiki tipples and more are opening in the heart of the city.
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January 23, 2026 at 4:18 PM
Art director Norbert Bueno shares details, photos
M3F Fest enhances experience with reimagined stage
Art director Norbert Bueno shares details, photos
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January 23, 2026 at 3:48 PM
Filming ICE is legal, but it can also help authorities track you and others. Here's what you can do.
How to legally film ICE -- and lower the risk of them tracking you
Filming ICE is legal, but it can also help authorities track you and others. Here's what you can do.
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January 23, 2026 at 2:12 PM
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