Phoenix Independent

12/19/2025

The Zoo is asking for the public’s help deciding what their new giraffe calf's name will be. Voting ends Dec. 22.

https://www.yourvalley.net/phoenix-independent/stories/phoenix-zoo-to-hold-public-voting-on-baby-giraffe,644462

12/19/2025

Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization that Charlie Kirk turned into a political juggernaut, will convene its flagship conference on Thursday for the first time since the assassination of its charismatic founder.

PHOENIX (AP) — Turning Point USA, the conservative youth organization that Charlie Kirk turned into a political juggernaut, will convene its flagship conference on Thursday for the first time since …

12/19/2025

Jordan Goodwin made the go-ahead free throw with 0.4 seconds left, Devin Booker scored 23 of his 25 points in the second half and the escaped with a 99-98 victory over the Warriors on Thursday night.

Jordan Goodwin made the go-ahead free throw with 0.4 seconds left, Devin Booker scored 23 of his 25 points in the second half and the Phoenix Suns escaped with a 99-98 victory over the Golden State …

12/19/2025

City of officials are in a holding pattern in their decision on how and if light rail will be extended to the State Capitol Mall.

City of Phoenix officials are in a holding pattern in their decision on how and if light rail will be extended to the State Capitol Mall. A four-member city council subcommittee effectively …

12/18/2025

SRP Angel Program brings holiday joy to , , and more.

Stephanie Philpot calls Salt River Project part of the army behind The Salvation Army. “Because of this community support, we will be able to provide toys to nearly 350 families in need in the …

12/18/2025

911 operators on both emergency and non-emergency lines will now ask callers during the call, “Do you need police, fire or behavioral health?”

People calling 911 in Phoenix will now have a new option during the initial call intake. Starting Monday, 911 operators on both emergency and non-emergency lines will ask callers during the …

12/18/2025

Public Library will see minimal impact from Spanish bookseller Lectorum closing.

The upcoming closure of the largest Spanish-language book wholesaler in the U.S., Lectorum Publications, will have minimal impact on the Phoenix Public Library, according to a library spokesperson. …

12/17/2025

The School of Ballet Arizona opened its annual performances of “The Nutcracker” at Phoenix Symphony Hall in downtown on Friday, Dec. 12.

The School of Ballet Arizona opened its annual performances of “The Nutcracker” at Phoenix Symphony Hall in downtown Phoenix on Friday, Dec. 12. The performance was the only one …

12/17/2025

’ / girls basketball preview.

The girls basketball season started Nov. 19. The Peoria Independent asked the local coaches for their outlook on the season. CENTENNIAL COYOTES 5A Northwest Region 2024-25 Record: 7-19 …

12/17/2025

Wholesaler Baker & Taylor has been supplying U.S. libraries with books since 1828, but that is about to change.

Wholesaler Baker & Taylor has been supplying U.S. libraries with books since 1828, but that is about to change. The company announced it will close, stopping operations by January. That …

12/17/2025

Madeline Bates writes: The planned include two schools within the city limits, along with one in and three in . Mayor Kate Gallego

The Kyrene Elementary School District governing board voted 5-0 on Tuesday to close four elementary schools and two middle …

12/16/2025

All 17 Public Library branches are adding electronic signs facing the street outside the building that will cycle updates and messages to passing traffic and pedestrians.

All 17 Phoenix Public Library branches are adding electronic signs facing the street outside the building that will cycle updates and messages to passing traffic and pedestrians. It was …