Phoenix New Times
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A local news outlet covering Phoenix, Arizona, with a focus on culture, politics, and community events.
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Today’s stories
- Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026: The best and worst momentsPhoenix Fan Fusion 2026 featured popular cosplay, music, and celebrity appearances but faced issues with long lines, hygiene, and narrow escalators.
- Rush is back and dazzling fans on new Fifty Something TourRush has returned with the Fifty Something Tour, featuring new drummer Anika Nilles, who has impressed fans with her performance. The band's show at the Kia Forum included tributes to late drummer Neil Peart and classic tracks.
- Phoenix cops used ‘honeypot’ to trap, trespass homeless people in parkPhoenix police and park rangers used a 'honeypot' tactic to trap homeless individuals in University Park after hours, detaining them and issuing trespass citations, according to a video and reports from advocates.
- 3 Phoenix drinks pros named finalists in coveted cocktail awardsThree Phoenix bartenders are finalists in the Spirited Awards, recognizing their contributions to cocktail culture. Highball and other local bars received regional honors.
- Top Recorder’s Office official loves to tweet heinous shit at workA top official at the Maricopa County Recorder's Office, Sam Stone, has been frequently posting controversial and offensive tweets while at work, raising concerns about his role in election administration.
- Feringhee team brings new elevated Indian restaurant to Phoenix this monthFeringhee team opens Nadu, an elevated Indian restaurant in Phoenix, offering classic regional dishes and upscale dining experiences. The new location at Desert Ridge Marketplace will feature a menu highlighting India's diverse regional flavors, along with a bar serving craft cocktails and Indian lagers.
- Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026: The best cosplay we sawPhoenix Fan Fusion 2026 featured a variety of elaborate cosplay outfits from comics, anime, and video games, with attendees showcasing unique and detailed costumes at the Phoenix Convention Center.
- Trader Joe’s to open new Phoenix store. What to knowTrader Joe's is set to open a new store in Arcadia, Phoenix, adding more grocery options and parking competition. The 14,797-square-foot location will be the Valley's 16th store, with construction expected to finish by December.
- The 10 hottest summers in Phoenix history: How will 2026 stack up?The National Weather Service reports that nine of Phoenix's 10 hottest summers have occurred since 2000, with 2025 being the fourth-hottest on record. The city's temperatures have steadily increased over the past century, driven by climate change and the urban heat island effect.
- Looking back at Rush as their new tour beginsRush announces a 2026 tour with a new drummer, Anika Nilles, following the death of Neil Peart in 2020. The band will perform a career-spanning setlist, and a fan reflects on their past experiences with the group.
- Phoenix Fan Fusion 2026: The best cosplay we sawPhoenix Fan Fusion 2026 featured a variety of cosplay displays including characters from comics, anime, and video games, with attendees showcasing elaborate and unique costumes at the Phoenix Convention Center.
- Shroom for improvement: The latest on Arizona’s psilocybin trialThe Scottsdale Research Institute is conducting a clinical trial on psilocybin mushrooms for PTSD treatment, using federally licensed mushrooms grown in their lab. The study, partially funded by Arizona, involves 24 participants and has faced regulatory challenges.
- Former Zipps kitchen manager sentenced after ICE raidsA former Zipps kitchen manager was sentenced to five months in prison for providing fraudulent identification to undocumented workers, part of a broader ICE investigation that led to raids on multiple Zipps locations.
- Your guide to the First Friday monthly artwalk in downtown PhoenixPhoenix's First Friday artwalk features numerous galleries, museums, and events across Roosevelt Row and Grand Avenue, with free admission to many venues and special exhibitions in June.
- Free things to do in Phoenix this weekendThe article lists free activities in Phoenix this weekend, including a Pride Party, First Friday artwalk, Cockpit Closeup event, trivia night, and museum visits.