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7 low- & zero-waste shops in the Valley for sustainable holiday gifts
Explore simple, sustainable ways to reduce holiday waste and find eco-friendly, zero-waste gift options around Phoenix.
Want to give back? Check out these coat drives near Phoenix
If you’re looking for ways to help, particularly as temperatures drop, consider cleaning out your closet and donating a coat to those in need.
Phoenix City Council unanimously votes to approve controversial ‘middle housing’ plan
A new state law allowing the construction of more multifamily housing takes effect on Jan. 1, and cities, including Phoenix, must update their ordinances to come into compliance.
Window shopping: Interesting rental listings we found in Phoenix this week (Nov. 25)
Are you looking for a new rental in Phoenix? Here are some interesting listings we found this week.
Arizona gift guide: Local goods to give this holiday season
From handmade items crafted in Arizona to unforgettable experiences across the state, allow this listicle to inspire your local gift-giving this holiday season!
Officials investigating outbreak of Shiga toxin, possible connection to the Arizona State Fair
In late October, multiple children began appearing at emergency rooms around the state with severe symptoms. Doctors determined the children had been getting sick from a toxin called Shiga.
Where you can go ice skating in Arizona this holiday season
Find out which Arizona ice skating rink you should visit this year to make your winter wonderland dreams come to life.
The best Christmas events in Arizona, from Scottsdale to Flagstaff
Arizonans don’t have to travel far to find winter wonderlands. Here’s a look at some of the best Christmas celebrations to experience here.
Arizona families in limbo after sharp rise in disability spending strains state budget
Thousands of Arizona families rely on state funding to care for loved ones. That support is now uncertain following a sharp increase in program spending.
Your guide to the best pie bakeries in metro Phoenix
The Phoenix-area pie bakers on this list are making creative and traditional options from scratch, along with fillings that change seasonally.
‘Ghost networks’ leave Arizona families searching for behavioral health care
A recent report found that companies that operate private Medicare Advantage and Medicaid managed care plans have inflated and inaccurate lists of mental health providers.
Advocates rally on behalf of US veteran and Purple Heart recipient deported to Mexico
Sgt. Jose Barco was deported to Mexico after a months-long battle to stay in the US.
Shop, sip, and stroll through Arizona’s holiday markets
Discover Arizona’s best holiday markets of the season, from cozy small-town fairs to traditional European-style Christmas villages.
As solitary confinement surges in ICE detention centers, oversight weakens
Solitary confinement at immigration detention centers has surged since President Donald Trump returned to office, even as the Department of Homeland Security’s internal oversight network has been gutted.
World of Illumination is back for 2025. How to see the holiday lights in metro Phoenix
Ready to see some holiday lights? Here is everything to know about World of Illumination Tempe and Glendale.
Hazel Chandler, who fought for cleaner air and climate action in Arizona, dies at 80
Hazel Chandler’s family is asking those who would like to honor the activist’s memory to consider planting a tree, preferably a native species, to provide shade for Arizonans.
Maricopa County changes to Head Start sparks concern for Arizona parents
As Maricopa County shifts from hiring teachers to partnering with local organizations, parents sound the alarm.
Boycott Bar food drive: Community serves up mutual aid in response to SNAP cuts
The owner of Boycott Bar announced a food drive in response to SNAP cuts. Within half an hour of its start, a collection of groceries piled up.
5 Veterans Day 2025 parades and events and in metro Phoenix
In Arizona, Veterans Day is filled with hometown parades, ceremonies, and flag-waving. Here are some events happening this Tuesday.
27 Arizona events to check out this weekend (Nov. 7-9)
From wine festivals to celebrations of tamales and pupusas, Arizona’s calendar is packed full of events this weekend.
Nearly 1 million Arizonans face food insecurity without SNAP payments
SNAP benefits still have not been distributed, even though the Trump administration agreed to partially fund the program by court order.
Why health insurance is so expensive this year—and what you can do about it
This year’s Obamacare open enrollment period, which started Nov. 1 in most states, is full of uncertainty and confusion for the more than 24 million people who buy health insurance through the federal and state Affordable Care Act marketplaces.
‘Better than starving’: SNAP recipients to get half ration in November
The Trump administration said it will provide only enough funds to cover half of the nation’s usual monthly SNAP payments—and that much only because a court ordered it to do so.
Arizona is among states with the highest growth in cremations. Here’s why
Arizona is projected to be one of the national epicenters of growth in cremations, with an estimated increase of 91.3% by 2045.
So your insurance dropped your doctor. Now what?
Nationwide, contract disputes are common, with more than 650 hospitals having public spats with an insurer since 2021. They could become even more common as hospitals brace for about $1 trillion in cuts to federal health care spending prescribed by President Donald Trump’s signature legislation signed into law in July.
The color of blood: Arizona hospitals call for more diverse blood donors
Arizona’s blood supply is in crisis. For minority patients, the shortage is even more severe.
M3F Fest just announced its 2026 lineup. See who’s headlining
The 2026 edition of M3F music festival in Phoenix will be topped by DJs Peggy Gou and Mau P when the festival returns in March.
SNAP benefits will soon be on hold: Here’s how Arizona communities are stepping up
These Arizona businesses, food banks, and community resources are filling in the gap as SNAP benefits are set to pause on Nov. 1.
Tribal farmers in Arizona confront new barriers amid federal cuts, rural policy report shows
Tribal farms in Arizona are especially vulnerable to federal cuts as they work to overcome generations of lending discrimination.