Sunday Road Closures For Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Arizona Marathon is returning to Arizona on Sunday and with the largely popular annual event will bring with it several road closures throughout the day. The marathon event that draws more than 25,000 runners and spectators and spans Phoenix, Scottsdale and Tempe will impact drivers across the valley with several... Read More

Supreme Court Blocks Biden Covid Vaccine Businesses Mandate

Today, the Supreme Court blocked the Biden administration from enforcing a requirement that employees at large businesses must be vaccinated against COVID-19 or undergo weekly testing and wear a mask on the job. However, the court is allowing the administration to proceed with a vaccine mandate for most health care workers in the U.S.... Read More

Scottsdale Business Owner Wanted For Fraud

The Phoenix Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a Scottsdale business owner who is accused of fraud. Michael “Mike” Kent Rowlands, 41, owner of Scottsdale Gold & Silver, “is wanted for using fraudulent schemes to target elderly victims’ retirement accounts.” In a Google search the business location at Scottsdale Road and Greenway... Read More

Scottsdale Asks Residents To Use Five Percent Less Water and Conserve More

Scottsdale is asking all residents, businesses and visitors to conserve their water usage by at least five percent as the state is now officially in Tier One of a Colorado River supply shortage. Residents and businesses in Scottsdale will not see a shortage of water supply at the present stage of the city’s Drought... Read More

Phoenix ZooLights Wrapping Up Final Week of Annual Holiday Lights

The holiday season is wrapping up and this weekend will be the last opportunity to enjoy the beautiful lights at the Phoenix Zoo with the drive-thru option finishing up Tuesday and walk-thru viewing on Saturday. Cruise ZooLights will be open thru Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m., Reservations are required for the car viewing... Read More

Valley Metro Introduces New Light Rail Vehicles

A new fleet is being introduced gradually into the system after testing is completed, with the first three vehicles entering service this week. The latest S700 light rail vehicles (LRV) from Siemens Mobility will operate on the current 28-mile system between Northwest Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa, connecting riders to jobs, education, and entertainment. The... Read More

Pat’s Run Registration Opens for 18th Annual Run

Registration is now open for the 18th Annual Pat’s Run, honoring the legacy of Pat Tillman. This year’s race theme focuses on passion and drive with a tagline of “Pushing Limits” and will be held at Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona on Saturday, April 23, 2022. The 4.2 mile run will return in-person... Read More

ADOT Crews Complete All Major Work on Loop 101 Widening Project 

The final major components of the Loop 101 Improvement Project in the north Valley have been completed following the last scheduled full weekend closure for lane-marking work, according to the Arizona Department of Transportation. ADOT’s $185 million project, which started in Jan. 2019, has added a fourth regular (general purpose) lane in each direction along... Read More

City of Glendale Announces Gila River Arena Renovations Plans

The city of Glendale recently announced that global architectural and engineering firm HOK has been selected to lead the modernization of Gila River Arena. Owned by the City and managed by ASM Global, the premier venue management and services company, the 18,000-seat venue anchors the 223-acre Westgate Entertainment District. The selection of HOK, which... Read More

Governor Ducey Vows Not To Slow Down In Eighth And Final State Of The State Address

On Monday, Governor Doug Ducey gave his final State of the State address at the capitol. Governor Ducey outlined a large public policy agenda. In his address to lawmakers, Arizona’s 23rd Governor vowed to build on the successes of his seven-year administration and secure new accomplishments on a range of issues that directly impact... Read More