More Organized Theft in Scottsdale: Why is This Problem Persisting?

While Scottsdale may be known as a world-class city best known for high end shops and restaurants, recently there has been a darker side to it. Along with being the launch point for numerous scam artists and fraudsters, it has been the target of organized theft rings quite frequently recently (read our coverage here). And a recent development demonstrates that … Read More

Paradise Valley Approves New Budget: How are They Spending Your Money?

Paradise Valley might be a relatively small town with a fiscal conservative mindset, but it still has bills to pay. Although its services may be streamlined, its well-off citizenry expects them to be delivered in an effective and timely manner, and with a mindset that prioritizes safety, security, and well-being. That begins and ends with the city’s budget, and that … Read More

Guest Editorial: The importance of passing ideology-free budgets in Scottsdale

By Councilman Barry Graham City government works best when it’s anchored in its essential responsibilities: keeping residents safe, maintaining the city’s infrastructure and preserving public open space. That’s why I’m proud of the FY2026 budget that the city council is currently working on — a return to fundamentals that one of my colleagues calls “public safety, potholes and parks.” There’s … Read More

A Kumbaya Moment on Council? Councilmembers Backtrack on Fight Against Mayor

It has been a rough few months for new Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky. What should have been smooth sailing with a conservative majority in city council has been anything but, culminating in their attempt to take away staffers from her office (get up to speed here). Things were looking dire, but it seems as though there may be reason for … Read More

Guest Editorial: Scottsdale’s Budget Priorities

By Councilwoman Solange Whitehead Scottsdale’s 2025–26 tentative budget is poised for unanimous approval. With some notable exceptions, it funds long-standing community priorities. The fiscal discipline of past City Councils and voter-approved funding streams make this budget possible. In my six years on Council, we’ve reduced police retirement debt by $60 million, built a $120 million reserve, and lowered taxes. Our … Read More

Guest Editorial: Axon Apartment Update

By Bob Littlefield Dear Friends: The Axon apartment proposal has not been in the news much lately but a lot has happened behind the scenes in our efforts to prevent this from becoming a reality. To recap, here is a partial list of the outrages Axon has perpetrated so far in their effort to force the biggest apartment project (1875 units) ever … Read More

Social Justice in SUSD: Reason for Concern?

By Ronald Sampson We probably don’t need to tell you that social justice was one of the biggest hot-button issues of the last few elections on the national level. Its need motivated much of the political left, and its excesses motivated much of the political right. However it has generally been the domain of national politics and not as much … Read More

Scottsdale Mayor Borowsky Does Some Mind Reading At A Town Hall

By Lincoln McDonald Scottsdale Mayor Lisa Borowsky’s decision to hold a Town Hall amid a long list of local controversies seemed risky. And as a capacity crowd poured into the Mustang Library in north Scottsdale May 29th, it looked like the mayor would be in for a contentious conversation with her constituents. But that’s not what happened. The crowd, with … Read More

Bentley Gallery to Close After 41 Years of Championing Contemporary Art in the Southwest

After four remarkable decades of presenting leading-edge contemporary art in the heart of the Southwest, Bentley Gallery announces its official closure. This decision marks the end of an era for our gallery that has long been a vital force in Arizona’s cultural landscape. Founded in 1984 by the eponymous Bentley Calverley, Bentley Gallery has served as a cornerstone for contemporary … Read More