Buck & Rider opening a seafood retail shop next to its original restaurant feels smart, fresh, and very on-brand for Phoenix.

I’m calling this a win: Otra Pizzeria and Better Days are finally open in a historic downtown Phoenix space.

The fair is back on weekends through October, and the food game is exactly why I go. Some bites are pure chaos, but that’s the fun.

From arena nights to stadium-scale shows, the Valley’s 2026-27 concert calendar is already stacked.

Pitbull, The Strokes and Alanis Morissette are set to headline Innings Festival 2027 at Tempe Beach Park.

Scottsdale’s Halloween lineup looks less like a spooky season and more like a civic reminder that free can still be fun.

I see this as a real win for Phoenix cannabis workers: after years of waiting, Curaleaf’s Midtown team finally ratified its first union contract.

A marijuana strain tested at a Scottsdale lab was recalled after state inspectors said failed Aspergillus results were reported as passing.

I think GateWay Community College expanding its cannabis certificates is a smart, timely move for Valley job seekers.

I think this review is a useful reality check: medical cannabis may be popular for insomnia, but the evidence still isn’t strong enough.

I think the big takeaway is simple: when it comes to probiotics and brain health, strain-level evidence matters more than broad promises.

I think this is encouraging news: a simple prebiotic fiber supplement may ease knee osteoarthritis pain and help strength, with better adherence than PT.

The Warriors looked tired, looked sloppy, and still found a way. That’s the story here.

The Diamondbacks and Honeywell Aerospace are making the right kind of bet on STEM, and the Arizona Robotics League is the proof.

The program is aimed at giving kids a shot to play, build confidence and stay connected to the game.

Arizona voters may see the longest lines near the end of the day, but there’s a way to check estimated wait times before you go.

A Nov. 6 market at Thunderbird Lounge brings local vendors to the Melrose District.

A quick look at a few free, family-friendly First Friday stops around Downtown Phoenix.

From soul in Phoenix to rock in the West Valley, here are six live music picks hitting the Valley Aug. 26–28.

From live music to family outings, here’s a quick look at what’s happening around metro Phoenix this weekend and beyond.

Arizona’s top young baseball talent put on a show at the 2026 Future Games, with MVPs and standout performances turning heads.