Peoria Times

11/09/2026

Muslim civil rights and advocacy group CAIR Arizona recently called again for Peoria Unified Governing Board Member Janelle Bowles to publicly apologize for social media posts the organization characterized as anti-Islamic.

Muslim civil rights and advocacy group CAIR Arizona recently called again for Peoria Unified Governing Board Member Janelle Bowles to publicly apologize for social media posts the organization characterized as

10/09/2026

At its most recent meeting, the Peoria City Council explored the possibility of introducing multiple general obligation bond questions to the ballot in November 2027. Details at peoriatimes.com/news/peoria-considers-2027-bond-election/article_3c11a4d1-daa7-4140-8b75-f3a72d38cb0f.html.

09/09/2026

Results from the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s 2026 Arizona Youth Survey showed a 4.3% decrease in alcohol consumption and a greater decrease in overall youth substance use in most categories.

Results from the Arizona Criminal Justice Commission’s (ACJC) 2026 Arizona Youth Survey (AYS) showed a 4.3% decrease in alcohol consumption and a greater decrease in overall youth substance use in

08/09/2026

Westgate Entertainment District is adding an international touch to its ongoing property improvements with two wildlife-inspired sculptures designed to give visitors something more than another photo opportunity.

04/09/2026

For Desert Edge High School cheerleader Jaicee Dennis and Millennium High School football player Kiaun Davison, the spotlight that comes with representing their schools is an opportunity to remind other teenagers that asking for help is a sign of strength. More on this at https://www.peoriatimes.com/news/west-valley-students-spread-messages-of-hope/article_61d14bee-7fb3-44fa-af59-ba84653cb830.html.

📸: Courtesy of Teen Lifeline

03/09/2026

The mission of the 56th Fighter Wing is to train the world’s greatest fighter pilots and combat-ready Airmen, leading the way in modern airpower to secure tomorrow’s victories.

For two pilots at Luke Air Force Base, the month of July brought a historic moment where two different career milestones crossed paths in the very same training mission.

Read more on this and other news for the Luke community in Sound of Freedom Magazine’s September/October issue at lukecommunity.com.

02/09/2026

The Final Four was a rousing success for Phoenix, but it’s just a snapshot of the success of women’s sports in Arizona, and that success didn’t happen overnight. It’s a story forged in basement offices and born of breakthrough moments — of decades spent building toward a future where Phoenix has emerged as one of the nation’s fastest-growing markets for women’s athletics. More on this at https://www.peoriatimes.com/sports/arizona-a-destination-for-women-s-sports/article_bc3ac26e-de10-411a-8d5b-54e647d6a2c3.html.

📸: Janes Reyes/Cronkite News

01/09/2026

Arizona Cardinals fans will have more than football to look forward to at State Farm Stadium this season, with a revamped concessions lineup that blends familiar stadium staples with Arizona ingredients, oversized creations and new offerings from local chef Mark Tarbell. Read more at https://www.peoriatimes.com/news/cardinals-unveil-new-state-farm-flavors/article_6898d8cf-de85-4b79-a758-c643f4e1c30c.html.

📸: Jimmy Van Wickler

31/08/2026

Arizona artists will have a chance to connect with six West Valley cities through a regional public art initiative that organizers hope will strengthen both the arts community and the region’s cultural identity.

Arizona artists will have a chance to connect with six West Valley cities through a regional public art initiative that organizers hope will strengthen both the arts community and the

28/08/2026

Cactus High School Principal Kristi Hammer thought she was simply kicking off another school year with students and staff when she walked into the school’s back-to-school assembly.

Instead, the Aug. 21 gathering turned into a surprise celebration of Hammer and the impact she has made on the Cactus community.

Cactus High School Principal Kristi Hammer thought she was simply kicking off another school year with students and staff when she walked into the school’s back-to-school assembly.