A new pilot program in Phoenix is increasing public access to chilled water. The city recently installed two fountain prototypes downtown.Just off Washington Street near Third Avenue, in Cesar Chavez Plaza, is a bright blue water fountain. On each side you can get a drink. In the middle, you can fill a bottle.
The newest section of light rail in northwest Phoenix is set to officially open in the morning on Saturday, Jan. 27. The public is invited to help celebrate by taking a ride. Curious customers can hop on Valley Metro’s light rail, which will take them to the Thelda Williams Transit Center near the former site of the Metrocenter Mall. This second phase starts at 19th Avenue and
Scottsdale residents and businesses have been voicing concerns about loud entertainment venues and special events. In response, the city launched a sound-monitoring project more than a year ago to gather data throughout the city.On Tuesday, the City Council will review that data and discuss possible updates to noise ordinances.Assistant City Manager Brent Stockwell says the
With the 2024 NCAA Men's Division I Basketball Final Four just under three months away, Arizonans are getting their first peek into the festivities that will be available during the four-day event.In a press conference held at the Eastlake Park in central Phoenix, Arizona leaders and NCAA board members discussed the upcoming games, the events surrounding the games, and the
Phoenix Public Library will host its second annual scholarship expo for high school seniors on Feb. 1. Program administrator Judy Reno said last year’s expo attracted nearly 300 students and guardians.“Students were able to get connected with great funding opportunities, including a scholarship lab hosted by the Arizona Community Foundation, so that students could leave having