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Legends of the past: 9 of the oldest cities in Arizona
From mining settlements that have dropped in population over time to the Grand Canyon State’s largest city, here are nine of the oldest cities in Arizona and how they got started.
The Copper Courier staff shares their favorite Phoenix bars
What do you love most about your local haunt? Here are some of The Copper Courier staff’s favorite bars in the Valley. Maybe you’ll spot us sometime.
Arizona Science Center shatters Guinness World Record
The Arizona Science Center broke a Guinness World Record for the largest object drop inertia experiment on Oct. 19.
Good dogs: 9 places to find the best Sonoran hot dogs in Arizona
Although the Sonoran hot dog takes its name from the Mexican state where it originates from, it’s become a popular hot-dog style all over Arizona.
Visit these 7 Tucson dives for local character and drink deals
Make one of these Tucson dive bars your next happy hour stop.
Phoenix funding trees and shade structures for underserved communities
The city of Phoenix is dedicating millions of dollars to increase tree and shade coverage for underserved communities.
Fill up on sweets at these 8 Valley Mexican bakeries
From the West Valley to the East Valley, here are The Copper Courier’s favorite panaderias in metro Phoenix to check out.
What Does Phoenix’s Record Dry Monsoon Mean for Local Plants?
A dry monsoon season like the one Phoenix had this summer doesn’t just negate the relief Arizonans get from the overbearing heat—it also harms local plant life.
Arizonans Get Financial Relief as Biden Cancels More Student Debt
This round of debt relief will eliminate the debt of 125,000 borrowers nationwide: 22,000 with disabilities, 51,000 through an income-driven repayment plan, and 53,000 through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
How to Explore Arizona’s Kartchner, Lava River, and Colossal Caves This Fall
Here’s what you need to know to head into the dark parks of Arizona.
Fall Fun: 9 Must-Visit Spots for Hayrides, Orchards, and More in Metro Phoenix
From hayrides and pumpkin patches to corn mazes and cider mills, here are nine of the best ways to celebrate fall in metro Phoenix.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with These 5 Authentic Restaurants in Pima & Maricopa Counties
Hispanic culture and flavors come together at these five restaurants in Arizona.
Sip with Purpose: A Guide to 12 Woman-Owned Coffee Shops in Maricopa County
Here are 12 woman-owned coffee shops in the metro Phoenix area that you can check out.
City of Chandler Will Pay up to $3,000 to Replace Your Grass Lawn
In an effort to conserve water, Chandler City Council unanimously approved a measure Friday to increase a rebate for single-family homes to remove the grass from their yards.
Republicans Are About to Cause a Government Shutdown. Here’s How It Would Affect You.
House Speaker Kevin MccCarthy has repeatedly tried to pass budget proposals that meet the demands of far-right Republicans, but he has been unable to wrangle the necessary 218 votes to pass any of the 12 annual funding bills necessary to prevent a shutdown.
After a Rocky Start, Arizona’s School Voucher Oversight Committee Meets This Week
The committee was established in May, but vacant seats and rescheduled meetings have delayed its first hearing. It has until Dec. 31 to release a report on the state’s voucher program.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Workers File Complaint, Vote to Strike Over Dangerous Working Conditions and Low Wages
Two groups of airport workers are speaking out about what they say are dangerous working conditions and low wages at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.
Raise a Glass to Arizona’s Newest Craft Breweries, Wineries, and Distilleries in 2023 and 2024
New drink, who dis? All the bars on this list are either new or are opening soon in Arizona. Cheers!
Your Guide to Celebrating Oktoberfest 2023 in Arizona
From Flagstaff to Tucson, there’s an Oktoberfest celebration wherever you may be in Arizona.
Here’s What Rural Leaders Say Their Communities Need
A new report outlines rural policy recommendations focused on four major tenets: protecting people’s freedom to live and work safely; investing in infrastructure; reining in corporate greed and protecting workers, small businesses, and family farmers; and creating opportunities for a better future.
From Piñata to Postage Stamp, US Celebrates Centuries-Old Hispanic Tradition
The release of four new stamps featuring colorful piñatas coincides with a monthlong recognition of Hispanic heritage in the US.
Legends and Cowboys: 6 of Arizona’s Best Stories of the Old West
You know Doc Holliday and Wyatt Earp—but do you know about these six other Old West legends from AZ?
Housing, Heat and How Not to Feel Completely Hopeless in Arizona
As Arizona’s hottest summer on record slowly comes to an end, local activists share their coping strategies for housing and climate anxiety.
Universal School Voucher Program Added Almost 50,000 Students Since Expansion
At current rates of growth, the program is expected to cost about $900 million—more than half of K-12 spending—but only serves 8% of all students in the state.
5 of Arizona’s Best Places To Go Paddleboarding, According to Locals
Catch a breeze (and a workout) as you glide across Arizona’s legendary lakes on a paddleboard. Here are 5 spots worth checking out.
Biden Is Helping Revitalize My Community, but There Is More to Do
In an op-ed, Mayor Mila Besich of Superior, Arizona highlights the positive impacts President Biden’s legislative achievements have had on her community and the state as a whole.
Here’s a Handy Tool for Understanding Arizona State Politics
Progress Arizona’s annual legislative Scorecard is one of the best resources for quickly understanding how lawmakers spent their time at the Capitol.
Your 2023 Guide to Moonlight Hiking in Arizona
Stroll under the stars with this guide to Arizona’s best spots for moonlight hiking.
Chemical Treatment to Be Deployed Against Invasive Fish in Colorado River
The National Park Service will renew efforts to rid an area of the Colorado River in northern Arizona of invasive fish by killing them with a chemical treatment.