Ray Shockley, 58, stands by his shopping cart full of recyclables in downtown Phoenix, Aug. 17, 2018. Shockley goes on roaming trips across the city, collecting cans and sleeping outside with his cart. (Anya Magnuson/DD)

Report shows homelessness on the rise in Maricopa County

The 2018 Point-in-Time Homeless Count identified 6,298 people experiencing homelessness as of Jan. 23 in Maricopa County – 693 more people than when it...

Council votes to move forward with two lane South Phoenix light rail extension

The Phoenix City Council voted 6 to 2 in favor of proceeding with the two-lane configuration of the controversial South Central Light Rail extension,...

Mayoral candidates discuss transportation, homelessness

As Phoenix inches closer to electing its next mayor, four candidates met Wednesday night to debate downtown city issues at Burton Barr Central Library. Candidates...

Curtain Critic: The First Annual Book burners is a dark humor delight

Despite its fiery title, no books were harmed during the two-hour runtime of Space 55’s “The First Annual Bookburners' Convention.” Director Dennis Frederick’s performance of “The...

Pro-light rail extension group holds last rally before council session

Wednesday’s special council meeting, where the results of six community meetings will be presented, is critical for the South Phoenix Light Rail Expansion's future. In...