Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich died of a heart attack last week at the age of 59. A husband. A father to two daughters. The son of Serbian immigrants who arrived in America with little but ambition and hope. His story was quintessentially American; the kind we once celebrated regardless of political affiliation. From gaming regulator to Assistant Attorney … Read More
Statement from Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky (with additional context and clarification)
Below is the mayor’s comment regarding the situation with Mr. Whitmer: “I was not provided with any information before or after the city’s recent actions, even though the chief of staff position reports directly to me. Meanwhile, the story was leaked to an ‘anonymous’ blogger six hours before Mr. Whitmer was notified of any investigation. The appearance of two police … Read More
TSMC’s $197 Million Land Purchase: Another Pillar in Arizona’s Tech Ascendance
Arizona’s transformation into a global semiconductor powerhouse gained further momentum this week when TSMC Arizona secured 900 acres near Loop 303 and Interstate 17 at an Arizona State Land Department auction for $197.25 million. This isn’t just another real estate transaction: it’s a definitive statement that the world’s largest chipmaker is cementing North Phoenix as a critical hub for advanced … Read More
Old Town Does What Old Town Does: BOA Steakhouse Brings Hollywood Glamour to Scottsdale Waterfront
While conversations continue about the future of Old Town Scottsdale, complete with task forces and neighborhood debates (read our full coverage here), the area itself remains unbothered, doing what it does best: attracting world-class dining, shopping, and nightlife experiences that keep it at the forefront of Arizona’s entertainment scene. The latest proof? BOA Steakhouse is set to open along the … Read More
Dubauskas: Year 1: Results & Invitation
By Jan Dubauskas Thank you!!! It was one year ago today – January 14, 2025 – that we took the oath of office to serve you on Scottsdale City Council. It was a special and surreal moment to stand with my colleagues, family, friends, and fellow residents with gratitude and hope in our hearts. Thank you for your trust and confidence. This year has been jam-packed … Read More
In Defense of Michael Bidwill: Context Matters for Cardinals’ Ticket Pricing
Yesterday you may remember that when we spoke about the Jonathan Gannon firing, we took a critical position regarding ownership being the one tying bind in the team’s failures. But there are good reasons to dole out blame and unfair ones. Michael Bidwill is facing criticism over ticket prices and stadium changes at State Farm Stadium, but the backlash deserves … Read More
The Passing of a Happy Warrior. Remembering Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich
Former Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich has died. He was a happy warrior and an innovator who wasn’t afraid to take on corporate titans for the greater good. He was elected Arizona Attorney General in 2014 and 2018. While in office he secured more than $1.5 billion in judgments and settlements for Arizona consumers. In many instances he wasn’t coat-tailing … Read More
Guest Editorial: Axon Lawsuit Updates.
By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: Happy New Year! I want to start off 2026 by insuring everyone is up to speed on the status of our effort to stop Axon from building one of the largest apartment complexes in Scottsdale history against the express wishes of the vast majority of Scottsdale residents. To recap; at the November 17th City Council … Read More
A Spark of Hope Before It’s Inevitably Extinguished: Arizona Cardinals Coach Gannon is Fired
The thing that everyone knew would happen actually happened: the Arizona Cardinals have fired head coach Jonathan Gannon after a dismal 3-14 season that saw the team finish with the worst record in franchise modern history. With a combined 15-36 record over three years and never reaching the playoffs, Gannon’s dismissal was inevitable. The numbers don’t lie: a 3-15 record … Read More
Could the Donroe Doctrine turn Marco Rubio into the president-in-waiting?
From Ben Domenech, reposted from The Spectator It required an incredible amount of sophistication to achieve the desired result in Caracas: a dictator detained and transported alive. The mission had been planned and mapped out for months, worked and reworked at the behest of the Commander-in-Chief. No American casualties would be tolerated. Special Forces had been circling and at the … Read More

