Politics

Block 23 high-rise and grocery store proposal heads to city council for final vote

The proposal for construction of the Block 23 high-rise and Fry’s grocery store will head to city council for a final vote after it...

City council discusses drones, light rail and more over summer

While Downtown Devil took the summer off and reporters returned home, Phoenix City Council continued to work through the hot summer days, going about...

Senator Jeff Flake weighs in on presidential election

Senator Flake weighed in on the current national political climate during a town hall Friday at ASU's new law building.

Circles developer doubles down on tax break despite city and community opposition

By Brianna Bradley and Kara Carlson The developer behind the controversial 19-story $70 million mixed-use project at the site of the old Circle Records and...

Community members refute Circles developer’s claims of addressing their concerns

Community groups are pushing back against the company behind a plan to develop the Circle Records and Tapes building after the group put out...

Devil’s Advocate: What a semester it has been

Downtown Devil has been at the front of covering some of downtown Phoenix's top stories so far this year. Development, tax incentives, historic preservation, demolition,...

Two Congressional bills may help address Phoenix flight path issues

The Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill passed through the Senate in April.

City manager’s budget proposes property tax increase, generates debate over body cameras

City Manager Ed Zuercher presented a new proposed budget to City Council on Tuesday with property tax increases and public safety spending highlighting discussion.

City Council denies citizen petition against formation of Roosevelt BID

A local landowner brought the measure to the council in an attempt to prevent the district's formation.

Mayor Stanton hopeful for Phoenix’s future

Mayor Greg Stanton sounded an optimistic note at his annual "State of the City" on Tuesday, highlighting lower unemployment and economic activity.