Peoria Times

02/01/2026

Happy New Year! Start 2026 with a look at 4 Non Blondes lead singer and award-winning producer Linda Perry’s dream car, a 1967 convertible Camaro SS, which will be auctioned at this year’s Barrett-Jackson.

Also inside The Entertainer! Magazine’s January issue, find out how local singer/songwriter Rachael Plays Guitar battled through relationship issues, a health scare and the passing of her mother to write and record her 2025 album “Tides.” Then, celebrate multitribal heritage with our feature on the Arizona American Indian Festival.

Plus: Our picks for the top 10 things to do this month!

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31/12/2025

The Peoria City Council has approved a proposal to build a gated, 322-unit apartment complex near Cibola Vista.

The Peoria City Council unanimously approved a proposal to build a gated, 322-unit apartment complex near Cibola Vista at its recent Peoria City Council meeting.

30/12/2025

Foster youth in Arizona face steep odds getting into college, and even steeper odds when it comes to finishing. A local nonprofit is trying to change that.

29/12/2025

As the popularity of combat fighting continues to grow, the Phoenix area has earned the reputation of mixed martial arts hotbed.

26/12/2025

Potbelly Sandwich Works has announced the opening of a new location in Peoria, joining five other Potbelly shops in the Phoenix area.

Potbelly announced the opening of a new location in Peoria, Arizona, joining five other Potbelly shops in the Phoenix area. The restaurant is located in the Peoria Eighty-Three (P83) Entertainment

23/12/2025

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, the Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation Wishes for Teachers initiative has donated the largest single distribution in program history, with $1.5 million in classroom wishes to 540 Arizona teachers.

To celebrate its 10th anniversary, the Palo Verde Fiesta Sports Foundation Wishes for Teachers initiative has donated the largest single distribution in program history, with $1.5 million in classroom wishes

22/12/2025

As the year comes to an end, Arizona school districts are preparing for a new beginning. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, any school participating in federally funded or assisted meal programs may not serve or sell ultraprocessed food on school campuses during the normal school day.

As the year comes to an end, Arizona school districts are preparing for a new beginning. Starting in the 2026-2027 school year, any school participating in federally funded or assisted

19/12/2025

Arizona parents want after-school programs for their children, but nearly 3 in 4 of those children are missing out, according to a recent national survey by Afterschool Alliance.

18/12/2025

With the holiday season in full swing, many families and friends will be looking for ways to enjoy that much deserved time off with the people they love. Our staff has compiled a list of various West Valley locations to attend, hoping to provide anyone with a fun time during this special time of year.

With the holiday season in full swing, many families and friends will be looking for ways to enjoy that much deserved time off with the people they love. Below, our

17/12/2025

Elevate your bathroom, not your budget! Convertabath transforms outdated bathrooms into modern, safe and functional spaces, without the high cost or hassle of a full renovation. Go to convertabath.com.

15/12/2025

Federal law shields social media platforms and internet providers from lawsuits over content posted by users. First Amendment rights make it hard for Congress to regulate speech. Under the Algorithm Accountability Act, social media companies would lose that legal immunity if they use an algorithm to promote content that results in harm. Details at https://www.peoriatimes.com/news/kelly-bill-targets-social-media-algorithms/article_9acd59dc-dfa4-4bbd-82ef-5f931578fb06.html.

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12/12/2025

Since it was released in 1983, the film “A Christmas Story” has become part of many families’ holiday traditions. Iconic scenes include Ralphie’s pink bunny onesie, the fragile leg lamp, Randy’s snowsuit, the “triple dog dare,” the frightening Santa, and the “You’ll shoot your eye out” catchphrase. Preview the Arizona Broadway Theatre musical production at https://www.peoriatimes.com/news/2-peoria-actors-appear-in-abt-s-a-christmas-story/article_37827f7a-dbaf-4ee0-b58d-d10c4ea68b08.html.