July 2026 Restaurant Openings and Closings
More than 20 new restaurants opened in July amid sizzling 115-degree-plus temperatures. But the month also delivered a big round of closures, including an Old Town Scottsdale institution that has been around for 30 years. Openings. Abuela’s Fry Bread Co. Ahwatukee now has its own frybread restaurant that also...
Arizona ZIP code ranks among the Top 10 hot spots for movers in 2026
MovingPlace has released its new mid-year report, revealing America’s hottest ZIP codes of the first half of 2026 and Surprise, Ariz., is one of the hot spots for movers in 2026. The report first looked at the areas who saw the biggest ranking changes when compared to the previous...
Taiwan to open Phoenix cultural office amid TSMC growth
Taiwan’s government announced it will open a representative office in Phoenix to strengthen ties with Arizona and support growing Taiwanese investment in the region. The Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Phoenix will function much like a consulate, helping Taiwanese businesses, nationals and members of the Taiwane
SAFE Alert issued for missing 28-year-old man last seen in Phoenix
Authorities issued a SAFE Alert for a missing 28-year-old man who was last seen in Phoenix over the weekend. David Clay was last seen on foot in the area of 19th Avenue and Greenway Road on Saturday around 11 p.m. He is described as a white male, who is 6-feet...
Severe storms, dust warnings, and rain chances hitting parts of Arizona
Monsoon storms bring dust warnings and 60 mph winds across southeastern Arizona, with potential blowing dust and a 30% chance of rain reaching Phoenix this week.
Harkins debuts AZ’s first 4D immersive movie experience
Harkins has opened Arizona's first 4D immersive movie experience at Harkins Norterra in North Phoenix, currently offering screenings for Spider-Man: Brand New Day!
10-Year-Old Boy Became Overheated During Hike with Parents in Extreme Temperatures. Rescue Teams Had...
On Aug. 1, temperatures reached a high of 116 degrees in Phoenix
The rise of low-maintenance backyards
The old vision of a homeowner’s backyard retreat included an expansive lawn and elaborate entertaining spaces. Today, many seek a personal retreat that allows them to focus on their health and wellness goals — without giving up a space that feels luxurious. And, increasingly, “luxury” is being redefined to mean ease of
Phoenix Sets an Aug. 2 Heat Record as Arizona’s Capital Endures Another Extreme Summer...
PHOENIX, AZ — Phoenix broke a heat record for Aug. 2, adding another milestone to a summer already defined by punishing temperatures. The new mark reinforces how quickly the city’s daily weather can turn into a public-safety concern when heat settles in for long stretches. The record is...
Phoenix-area extreme heat warning probably will be extended again, NWS meteorologist says
The ongoing Phoenix-area heat wave is showing no signs of letting up. The Valley has been under an extreme heat warning since July 23. The warning has been extended several times already, and it probably will not end as scheduled Tuesday night, according to meteorologist Chris Kuhlman of the National Weather Service in
