News Updates

Juneteenth: A brief history

Juneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. Juneteenth marks the..

Phoenix area weekend freeway closures include multiple areas of I-10

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is reporting a busy weekend for construction and maintenance work as part of improvement..

Closures along I-10, I-17 and Greenway Road this weekend (June 10–13)

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is reporting a number of closures and restrictions on Phoenix-area freeways this weekend..

Planned Phoenix-area weekend freeway closures, June 3–6

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) announced a number of scheduled closures or lane restrictions for this weekend, June 3–6...

No holiday weekend closures along state highways, May 27–30

Those traveling Arizona’s highways this holiday weekend — whether in town or out — will find the roads free of construction closures,..

Portion of US 60 remains closed, other weekend freeway restrictions, May 13–16

Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) reports that it is assisting the City of Tempe as it continues its work to repair US 60 near..

I-10 closures planned in East, West Valley this weekend, May 6–9

Improvement projects along Interstate 10 will require several closures this weekend (May 6–9) on opposite sides of the Valley. The..

Council Chambers reopen to public meeting attendance

The City of Phoenix announced last week that it will reopen the Council Chambers to the public for in-person attendance starting with this..

Scheduled closures and restrictions along Phoenix area freeways, April 29 – May 2

Here are the closures and restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area freeways being reported by the Arizona Department of..

Resident input sought for Community Assistance Program

The City of Phoenix is asking residents to answer a 10-question survey to help them evaluate their Community Assistance Program (CAP). The..

Multiple, major closures set along I-10 in Phoenix area, April 22–25

Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is alerting Phoenix area drivers to plan ahead and use alternate routes this weekend (April..

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, April 15–18

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) notes two weekend restrictions scheduled along Phoenix-area freeways due to improvement..

Application portal for Phoenix small business pandemic relief grant closes April 15

Phoenix small business owners can seek up to $15,000 through a City of Phoenix program to offset costs and losses caused by the COVID-19..

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, April 8–11

The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is reporting a number of weekend restrictions scheduled along Phoenix-area freeways due to..

Phoenix to hold FY 2022–23 budget hearings — community input sought

The City of Phoenix Trial Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2022–23, proposed by Phoenix City Manager Jeff Barton, is ready for public review..

Three Sundays of fun at Uptown Plaza

In April, Uptown Plaza invites the community to three family-friendly events — from movies in the courtyard to an Easter Egg Hunt...

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, March 25–28

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) freeway closures or restrictions are scheduled this weekend (March 25–28)..

Sunrise service resumes at Steele Indian School Park

After a two-year hiatus, the United Methodists’ Easter Sunrise Service returns to Steele Indian School Park at Central Avenue and Indian..

Diaspora Showcase Africa presents ‘Koras and Guitars’ April 16

Showing at the Mesa Arts Center’s Nesbitt-Elliott Playhouse, the 19th Diaspora Showcase Africa, produced by Kwevi Quaye, presents..

Optum hosts job fair March 30

Optum Arizona will host a job fair Wednesday, March 30, from noon to 6 p.m. at its Optum Central Phoenix Community Center, 1125 E. Glendale..

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, March 18–21

According to the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) freeway closures or restrictions are scheduled this weekend (March 18-21) for..

Cartel set to open Coronado location

UPDATE (March 17, 2022; 3:34 p.m.): Due to an unexpected circumstance, Cartel will delay its grand opening event to later in the month...

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, March 4–7

From the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), here are the scheduled restrictions for improvement projects along Phoenix-area..

Scheduled closures or restrictions along Phoenix-area freeways, Feb. 25–28

From the Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT), here are the scheduled closures or restrictions for improvement projects along..