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Zyriek understands firsthand the value of Kyrene schools

OPINION — As a lifelong educator, I am pleased to endorse Franklin Zyriek for Kyrene Governing Board. more

By David Schildkret | Chandler | 9/22/26

Question of the Week: Are Valley communities planning wisely?

Metro Phoenix remains among the fast-growing areas in the country. But are its communities doing the best job of regulating growth and development? Are they planning wisely for housing, schools, … more

9/21/26

The educator behind the library desk

OPINION — Public education has many people doing important work out of sight. I met one recently at Casteel High School after taking junior high students into the library to find books they might want to read. That sounds simple until you are standing next to a student who has no idea where to begin. more

By Rod Wielkie | Chandler | 9/18/26

Chandler school board should reconsider land acknowledgement

OPINION — To the Members of the Chandler Unified School District Governing Board: I am writing as a Chandler resident who is deeply concerned about the direction of our school district and, … more

By Ann Adams | Chandler | 9/14/26

What will the Valley of the Sun look like in 2035?

OPINION — Greater Phoenix’s architectural landscape is ever-changing. For decades, we’ve seen business developments, lifestyle hubs and communities sprout up across the desert. But as we look toward 2035, the next chapter of Valley growth may look very different from the last. more

By Mike Davis | Phoenix | 9/14/26

Let’s make suicide something we discuss and prevent

OPINION — In my office, a conversation about suicide may start with a patient saying they cannot sleep, a parent mentioning that their teenager has withdrawn from friends or an older adult struggling with pain, illness or the loss of a spouse. None of these concerns necessarily means someone is considering suicide, but each is a reason to ask more questions. more

By Adia Taylor, DO | Queen Creek | 9/14/26

Question of the Week: Are freeways the best way to get from here to there?

Since the mid-1980s, the Valley has built its regional freeway system, which moves tens of thousands of people every day. Population continues to grow. Lane expansion is inevitable. New freeways are … more

9/14/26

As Valley heat keeps rising, it takes all hands to keep pace

OPINION — A few weeks ago, a family of four was brought to our doors by a Phoenix firefighter who had responded to a heat-distress call in a parking lot where the family had been living out of their car. That handoff, from first responder to shelter provider, happens more often than most people realize. more

By Monique Lopez | Phoenix | 9/12/26

9/11 memories: The Valley looks back on terror attacks

You didn’t have to be in New York City, Washington, D.C, or rural Pennsylvania on Sept. 11, 2001, to be profoundly impacted by the terror attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people and changed both America and the world forever. Here are memories shared by 14 current and former Valley residents. more

9/10/26

Question of the Week: Should the Trump administration move forward with its border wall project in Arizona over a Native American tribe’s objections?

The Trump administration has resumed construction of a stretch of border wall in southern Arizona along part of the Tohono O’odham tribal land, despite protests from the tribe. U.S. Customs and … more

9/7/26

Congress must prioritize accessibility in housing supply

OPINION — The United States has witnessed a historic level of legislative commitment to address the national housing crisis. In July 2025, Congress expanded the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit to fund an estimated 1.22 million affordable rental homes over the next decade. more

By Allie Cannington and David Gonzalez Rice | 9/6/26

Young Arizonans can contribute to their college savings — here’s how

OPINION — School is back in session across the state, making September a busy time for many Arizona families. September is also College Savings Month, and the start of the seventh-annual statewide essay writing contest where students can jumpstart college dreams by winning $529 for their AZ529 education savings plan. more

By Kimberly Yee | Arizona State Treasurer | 9/5/26

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Gold Star Mother to speak to Chandler-area vets group Nov. 22

Jewish War Veterans Copper State Post 619 will host a special guest at a November meeting. Patricia Hinds, president of the Arizona Department of Gold Star Mothers, will be the speaker at the …

Shelter holding microchipping event in Chandler

The nonprofit and no-kill shelter, Friends for Life , located in Gilbert, is partnering with a Chandler vehicle dealership for a microchipping event. Subaru Superstore of Chandler, to host …

'Ordinary Folks' free storytelling event in Chandler on Oct. 21

"Ordinary Folks, Extraordinary Tales: A Storytelling Event" is free to all when it takes place later this month.

Chandler Center for the Arts ticket office back in business —almost

The Chandler Center for the Arts' box office is nearly done relocating after a summer of remodeling and some regular maintenance work. Friday, Oct. 2, box office services will be available …

Walsh believes in Arizona children, healthcare, schools

OPINION — As a pediatric registered nurse, I have spent much of my life caring for children and advocating for their well-being. I believe healthcare should be accessible to everyone, and I believe just as strongly that every child deserves access to a quality public education.

Six years later, accountability still waits

OPINION — More than six years have passed since the underlying events at a Chandler Unified School District high school, yet a serious professional-conduct matter involving a district administrator still lacks a final public resolution.

Chandler SpeakUp: Gas prices around Chandler on Oct. 3

Here are some of the comments we received on our Oct. 3 story "Where are some of this week's lowest gas prices around Chandler?"