Phoenix Chefs Garner Accolades as Claudio Urciuoli Named Best Chef and Crystal Kass and Lawrence Smith Recognized Among Elite Culinary Talents
Local Phoenix chefs receive awards, with Claudio Urciuoli named Best Chef, Crystal Kass as Best Pastry Chef, and Lawrence "LT" Smith among FOOD & WINE's Best New Chefs of 2024.
Kamala Harris Faces Opposition from Pro-Palestine Activists, Courts Latter-day Saint Voters in Tense Arizona Campaign Trail
Kamala Harris faces challenges on her Arizona campaign trail, encountering protests by pro-Palestine activists and courting Latter-day Saint voters amidst policy disagreements and moral concerns.
Phoenix's Mental Health Crisis Deepens as St. Luke's Behavioral Health Center Closes Amid Layoffs and Safety Violations
St. Luke’s Behavioral Health Center in Phoenix closed abruptly, leaving employees laid off and sparking concerns over care for the city’s mentally vulnerable population amid an overstressed system.
Maricopa County Issued Ozone High Pollution Advisory, ADEQ Urges Public Caution and Action to Mitigate Health Risks
ADEQ issued an Ozone High Pollution Advisory for Maricopa County warning of high ozone levels that may affect children and adults with respiratory issues. Residents are advised to reduce outdoor activities and take measures to lower pollution.
Maricopa Police Chief Urges Community Responsibility Through Alarm Ordinance Program
Maricopa's Alarm Ordinance aims to reduce false alarms by requiring homeowners to register alarm systems and pay an annual fee, with penalties for repeat false alarms that can be avoided by taking an alarm awareness class.












