State History
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8 celebrities who have owned mansions in Arizona
Arizona’s got a lot to offer, and these celebrities know it. Check out eight beloved names who have called Arizona home in stunning mansions over the years.
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There’s a tower in midtown Phoenix that’s pink. What’s with that?
The towers no longer dominate the Phoenix skyline, but residents continue to enjoy life there.
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8 times labor unions made history in Arizona
From the Bisbee Deportation to Red for Ed and Starbucks Workers United, Arizona has a storied history with labor unions. Here are eight notable moments to know about.
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How Phoenix’s infamous Canal Killer was finally captured
Bryan Patrick Miller was arrested in 2015 for the murders of Angela Brosso and Melanie Bernas. Their killings in Phoenix are often referred to as the “Canal Murders.”
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8 states, 3 time zones and a ton of history: Take a trip down Route 66 as it turns 100
If you’ve ever planned to motor west and take the highway that’s the best, this might be the time: Route 66 turns 100 this year.
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Sip on history at 8 of the oldest bars in Arizona
From Old West saloons to historic hotel bars, these Arizona watering holes have been pouring drinks—and stories—for generations.
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7 mining towns in Arizona that have fascinating histories
Rugged, wild, and buzzing with history, mining towns in Arizona are equal parts fascinating and formative to the early days of the state.
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‘One less good guy’: Readers react to César Chávez sexual assault allegations
The recent allegations of sexual abuse against César Chávez have sent a shockwave through communities. Here’s how our readers reacted.
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What was Tucson like in 1776? Presidio gives a glimpse back 250 years
The lives of the people in and around the Tucson Presidio were marked by violence, new beginnings, and hard work.
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6 Arizona sites to take your kids to this Women’s History Month
If you want to teach the children in your life about Arizona’s rich women’s history this March, here’s where to head.
