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.

J. Alexander’s is set to open in Gilbert this November, giving the chain a second Arizona location.

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

I think this UGR study is encouraging because it points to a practical combo: intermittent fasting plus supervised exercise.

I think this is encouraging news: consistency may matter more than cramming workouts into one big burst.

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 climbed to No. 22 after its fifth straight win, and this one looks less like hype than momentum.

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

UwU Con is back in Mesa for three days of celebrity appearances, cosplay, gaming and fan panels at Mesa Convention Center.

A quick Valley roundup for Oct. 26-31, from beer fest buzz in Mesa to Broadway and local theater across Phoenix, Tempe and Peoria.

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.