Phoenix Rising: Homelessness: It takes a village
When we talk about homelessness, we often focus on what we may do to help the individual before us, but homelessness is a systemic issue that...
Kirkpatrick and McCain debate downtown stirs rally outside
“Too Little Too Late” was the theme of a rally made up of Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick (D) supporters that took place outside of the...
New businesses could arrive in Phoenix alleys
Downtown Phoenix alleys could soon receive funding to provide safety for pedestrians.
The Planning and Development Department brought forth a proposal on Wednesday to transform...
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is Phoenix’s newest holiday
Advocates are celebrating after Phoenix became the largest city in the nation to officially recognize Indigenous Peoples' Day as a holiday.
The unanimous vote from...
City Council will vote on a 30-day waiting period for historic building demolitions
Demolition of historic buildings may soon require a 30-day waiting period to prevent unwanted destruction to Phoenix landmarks.
The Downtown, Aviation, Economy and Innovation subcommittee...
Deconstructed: Political speech in Phoenix
Deconstructed host Kelsey Hess and politics editor Kevin Lane discuss an ordinance passed by the City Council that gives council members the freedom to express political views publicly.
NCAA Final Four to bring tourists, economic boost to Phoenix
With the 2017 NCAA Men's basketball coming next spring, downtown Phoenix is already preparing for the festivities.
Many organizations and community members have partnered with...
Phoenix Rising: Why you need to register to vote
Many people anxiously await Nov. 8 when the country decides who will lead it, but even sooner is a far more important date for...
Phoenix prepares to prevent Zika outbreak
As Valley locals worry about the Zika virus spreading to their neighborhoods, Phoenix officials are monitoring the advance and preparing to prevent an outbreak...
City Council votes to lift political speech restrictions for city employees
Phoenix government employees will be able to post political opinions openly on social media, starting Nov. 9.
Phoenix City Council decided in a unanimous vote...