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New director of the Office of Accountability and Transparency appointed

The Office of Accountability and Transparency has officially appointed a new director: Roger Smith. The Office of Accountability and Transparency (OAT) was approved by the...

Downtown Phoenix markets perfect for finding unique holiday gifts

Whether you’re planning ahead or waiting until the last minute, there are plenty of opportunities to shop local for winter holiday gifts (or just...

ACLU Arizona works to prevent discriminatory disciplinary practices in Phoenix schools

The American Civil Liberties Union of Arizona’s Demand to Learn Campaign is working to eliminate disciplinary practices that push students out of schools.  Demand to...

Virtual town hall evaluates arts education in Arizona

Arizona Citizens for the Arts held a virtual arts education town hall over Zoom on November 17, giving voice to arts advocates across the...

Bettors are taking advantage of newly opened sportsbooks in Phoenix

With sports betting now legal in Arizona, many are taking chances to win money off of their teams.  Arizona launched its sports betting market in...

Phoenix schools acknowledge Holocaust Education Week for the first time

Until this year, Arizona has done nothing to practice or aid in Holocaust Education Week. However, all K-12 schools in Arizona are now required...

Phoenix Digital Education Connection Canopy aims to bridge digital divide among Phoenix students

A Louis Vuitton purse, a Michael Kors watch or a trip to Hawaii are luxuries to many people, but in many Phoenix communities, having...

Jeff Banister added to Diamondbacks coaching staff as Bench Coach

The Arizona Diamondbacks have hired former Texas Rangers Manager Jeff Banister to be their bench coach in 2022. Banister, 57, was the manager of the...

Heard Museum celebrates Native American heritage, veterans

The Heard Museum held its annual Veterans Day Tribute, celebrating Native American military service. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the museum altered its 2020 event,...

Milk & Honey expected open on Roosevelt Row in January

In the heart of downtown Phoenix’s arts district Roosevelt Row, diversity of small businesses brings character to the area. The latest addition Milk and Honey...