Homelessness Rises in Scottsdale: How Bad Is It Really?

Much has been made about homelessness in Scottsdale; it was a central platform piece of several people running for City Council and became a talking point of several state legislators. And while the extent of the issue within the city was overstated, the fear that it could spread was an effective one, as shown by the success of the candidates … Read More

Projection, Thy Name is Isner

By Alexander Lomax The fight against Axon’s apartment megacomplex goes on, as much as most of us wish it would be relegated to the dust bin of history’s bad ideas (get up to date here). And even while the city bravely decided to defend the will of the people and explore legal options, it was still willing to come to … Read More

Since When are Standards a Bad Thing?

Linda Milhaven had what could generally be considered a successful time on Scottsdale City Council, and while her bid for Mayor wasn’t quite as successful, she has maintained a strong presence in the city, speaking up for issues that she feels strongly about. She has been an asset for this city and one of its best cheerleaders. However, a recent … Read More

Defending Our Democracy

By Alexander Lomax You, the voter, fairly overwhelmingly used your voice last election when you stated loudly at the polls that you wanted stable funding for our parks combined with a tax cut. Propositions 490 and 491 performed exceedingly well, thus securing our financial future. You also used your voice with your signature, with well over 25,000 of you signing … Read More

Guest Editorial: Council, Please Stop the Infighting

By Betty Janik While media was captivated with the breakup of the Trump/Musk bromance, Scottsdale had its own melodrama. In records released by County Attorney Rachel Mitchell, it was revealed that Councilwoman Jan Dubauskas, with strong support from Councilmen Barry Graham and Adam Kwasman, filed the “Parkingate” criminal complaint against Mayor Borowsky. This was an attempt to have Mayor Lisa … Read More

Arizona Democrats in Crisis Mode: What’s Behind a Near Party Revolt

After a bruising year at the polls last year, Arizona Democrats were looking forward to a rebound election in 2026, one that has been made all the more likely because of the current messiness in the White House. But that will only be the case if the party is strong and united, and recent developments have shown quite the opposite. … Read More