Politics

New budget approved for subcommittee

The Workforce and Economic Development Subcommittee approved the first of a three part 2020 downtown Enhanced Municipal Services District (EMSD) budget and assessment diagrams....

Phoenix residents participate in Arizona youth climate strike

People from around the world left their home, work and school Friday to partake in a global climate crisis strike. Phoenix was no exception, with...

Photos: Arizona Youth Climate Strike draws hundreds downtown

On Friday, climate activists and everyday people across the world protested insufficient action regarding climate change by marching in the streets. Phoenix residents contributed...

City Council to improve relationships between police and community members

Mayor Kate Gallego called for a work-study to discuss a citizen review board and created a criminal reform committee after public outrage over Phoenix...

City council approves funding for affordable housing and continuing light rail expansion

The Phoenix City Council met Wednesday to vote on agenda items which will make housing and transportation more accessible for downtown residents. The City Council...

City launches iCount 2020 to raise participation in upcoming census

The Maricopa Association of Governments launched iCount 2020, a regional campaign to educate the public on the state's new data collecting policies and importance...

Human Services Campus will apply for new permit for more shelter beds

By Lisa Diethelm and T.J. Triolo Residents of Phoenix expect sweltering weather as part of their daily lives, but many never consider what it is...

The Transportation, Infrastructure and Innovation subcommittee discuss pedestrian safety and e-scooters

The city of Phoenix’s Transportation, Infrastructure and Innovation subcommittee had a meeting Wednesday to discuss upcoming projects around the city, including the downtown Phoenix...

In downtown Phoenix, scooters are in; dockless bikes are out

After months of planning, e-scooters will soon be arriving in downtown Phoenix on a trial basis. The pilot program, set to last six months, will...

Prop 105 and 106 both failed, but what does that mean?

Voters struck down both Prop 105 and 106 during this year’s special election on Tuesday. The propositions both fell short in overwhelming numbers, with...