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Thousands expected at Phoenix No Kings protests Saturday

More than two dozen Valley protests are planned as part of a nationwide day of action.

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More than two dozen Valley demonstrations are planned for Saturday&#x27;s nationwide <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="No Kings protest against President Trump" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/24/bruce-springsteen-joan-baez-no-kings-twin-cities" data-vars-content-id="ba1f8b4f-3488-4916-80cb-8607186592f5" data-vars-headline="Thousands expected at Phoenix No Kings protests Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/24/bruce-springsteen-joan-baez-no-kings-twin-cities" target="_self">No Kings protest against President Trump</a>.Why it matters: Thousands are expected to take to the streets to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="denounce ICE&#x27;s expected enforcement ramp-up in Phoenix" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/03/25/phoenix-council-city-property-ice-immigration-prohibition" data-vars-content-id="ba1f8b4f-3488-4916-80cb-8607186592f5" data-vars-headline="Thousands expected at Phoenix No Kings protests Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/03/25/phoenix-council-city-property-ice-immigration-prohibition" target="_self">denounce ICE&#x27;s expected enforcement ramp-up in Phoenix</a>, the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Iran war" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/25/iran-war-polls-americans-skeptical" data-vars-content-id="ba1f8b4f-3488-4916-80cb-8607186592f5" data-vars-headline="Thousands expected at Phoenix No Kings protests Saturday" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/03/25/iran-war-polls-americans-skeptical" target="_self">Iran war</a> and other Trump priorities.

Shipping container housing opens for homeless seniors

The complex has 40 transitional housing units, and residents will have access to case managers and social services.

A newly opened project in Phoenix offers transitional housing made from shipping containers for older adults who are experiencing homelessness.State of play: City officials and others gathered Wednesday morning for the opening of Senior Bridge, which provides 40 individual transitional housing units for homeless seniors at 28th and Van Buren streets.

Charles Barkley blimp returns to Phoenix skies

The Charles Barkley blimp is back as Final Four week begins.

Keep an eye on the sky for a rare migratory sighting: The 128-foot Charles Barkley blimp is back in Phoenix for the first time in two years.Why it matters: We&#x27;ve missed Soar Charles (also called: Charles Flightly, The Up Chuck, Air Chuck One and The Ugly Chuckling).

Krav Mama: A self-defense class designed for new moms

A Tempe instructor created a postpartum workout where moms train with their babies.

<figure><img alt="A gif of a woman holding a baby and kicking a heavy bag in a gym." height="600" id="671d5f45-200d-469c-8060-0a3462c8e142" src="https://images.axios.com/ZstKyMUT41Amr56A_Usmnb3bB_w=/2026/03/26/1774548998563.gif" width="800"/><figcaption>Jessica and her daughter test out Krav Mama. Photo: Courtesy of EVKM Self Defense &amp; Fitness</figcaption></figure>Tempe Krav Maga instructor and new mom Sara Ullenbruch-Zarezadeh has developed a postpartum version of the popular Israeli self-defense training. <ul><li>She&#x27;s calling it Krav Mama.</li></ul>Why it matters: Protecting yourself looks different when you have a baby in your arms or a tot by your side.

Protecting your IP in the age of generative AI

Consumer AI tools may be quietly exposing your business's IP and trade secrets.

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Phoenix companies are racing to adopt generative AI, but many haven&#x27;t considered how everyday AI use can quietly erode the intellectual property that defines their competitive edge.Why it&#x27;s important: For most Arizona companies, intellectual property — from proprietary formulas to source code to product roadmaps — is often what differentiates a company in the market.<ul><li>When employees input sensitive details into AI systems, especially consumer-grade tools, those actions may later be scrutinized in trade secret disputes or patent filings.</li></ul>

Sheraton Phoenix Crescent to become "attainable luxury" apartments

Metrocenter's transformation is fueling plans to turn a shuttered luxury hotel into apartments.

A swanky, landmark hotel in north Phoenix that&#x27;s been shuttered for several years will get new life as &quot;attainable luxury&quot; apartments near the planned <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Metrocenter mall redevelopment" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2024/11/19/metrocenter-demolition-metropolitan-mall-redevelopment" data-vars-content-id="99633901-acd1-4e00-a1b5-e3d391d02865" data-vars-headline="Sheraton Phoenix Crescent to become &quot;attainable luxury&quot; apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2024/11/19/metrocenter-demolition-metropolitan-mall-redevelopment" target="_self">Metrocenter mall redevelopment</a>.Why it matters: That area of north Phoenix is in the midst of a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="massive transformation" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2022/11/21/phoenix-metrocenter-mall-billion-dollar-redevelopment" data-vars-content-id="99633901-acd1-4e00-a1b5-e3d391d02865" data-vars-headline="Sheraton Phoenix Crescent to become &quot;attainable luxury&quot; apartments" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2022/11/21/phoenix-metrocenter-mall-billion-dollar-redevelopment" target="_self">massive transformation</a> and the redevelopment of the Sheraton Phoenix Crescent will add to the area&#x27;s renewal.

Amazon's Zoox brings driverless car testing to Phoenix

Zoox will map the Valley and open a Scottsdale operations hub.

Amazon&#x27;s driverless cars are coming to Phoenix, the company announced on Monday.Why it matters: Alphabet-owned <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Waymo" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2023/05/04/waymo-phoenix-expansion" data-vars-content-id="e8dd3499-84f1-48c0-b01d-1c0afa203c0e" data-vars-headline="Amazon&#x27;s Zoox brings driverless car testing to Phoenix" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2023/05/04/waymo-phoenix-expansion" target="_self">Waymo</a> has taken over the Valley with its popular robotaxis and competitors are looking to get in on the autonomous vehicle action.

End in sight for long-delayed One Camelback apartment project

After years of delays, the end is in sight for the building in central Phoenix.

A long-delayed office-to-apartments conversion in the heart of Phoenix appears to be finally nearing the finish line.Why it matters: The former BMO Harris Bank tower at Central Avenue and Camelback Road has been an eyesore for years as roadblocks stymied the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="One Camelback" data-vars-click-url="https://www.onecamelback.com/" data-vars-content-id="08a754b7-d46e-4ea4-9f87-ef0c8b744af0" data-vars-headline="End in sight for long-delayed One Camelback apartment project" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.onecamelback.com/" target="_blank">One Camelback</a> project.

ASU president Michael Crow pushes AI as education equalizer

Crow says AI can personalize learning and expand college access.

ASU president <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Michael Crow" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2025/09/23/arizona-state-university-innovation-us-news-world-report" data-vars-content-id="f72b40ee-494a-4511-8946-17c46529025a" data-vars-headline="ASU president Michael Crow pushes AI as education equalizer" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2025/09/23/arizona-state-university-innovation-us-news-world-report" target="_self">Michael Crow</a> can&#x27;t get enough of AI. He consistently uses nine separate platforms, including one he can converse with during his morning hikes.The big picture: To him — a man so &quot;obsessed with the way knowledge was organized&quot; that he spent his undergrad years pulling one book from every classification range in the Iowa State University library — AI is the tireless reference librarian he&#x27;s always wanted.

Rival slates vie for seats on board that sets SRP energy rates

SRP race pits business-backed slate against clean energy team as conservative groups weigh in.

Rival left- and right-leaning slates are battling for seats on the board that sets energy rates and policy for the Salt River Project (SRP).Why it matters: SRP&#x27;s elected district board sets rates and energy policy that affect its 1.1 million Phoenix-area customers. Unlike most Arizona utilities, SRP isn&#x27;t regulated by the Arizona Corporation Commission.

How AI helps prevent falls at Arizona senior living facilities

A radar-based AI device reduced falls from 20 to three per month at one Mesa facility.

Two years ago, a handful of <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="assisted living facilities" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2024/05/22/arizona-aging-senior-citizens" data-vars-content-id="e2b8f78b-982f-49bd-84da-dac2ce9d9e31" data-vars-headline="How AI helps prevent falls at Arizona senior living facilities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2024/05/22/arizona-aging-senior-citizens" target="_self">assisted living facilities</a> in metro Phoenix added a new member to the team to help reduce resident falls. His name is <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Paul" data-vars-click-url="https://helpany.com/" data-vars-content-id="e2b8f78b-982f-49bd-84da-dac2ce9d9e31" data-vars-headline="How AI helps prevent falls at Arizona senior living facilities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://helpany.com/" target="_blank">Paul</a>, and he&#x27;s an AI-powered motion detector.Why it matters: Falls are among the most serious health risks for senior citizens, according to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="peer-reviewed" data-vars-click-url="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7093636/#CR6" data-vars-content-id="e2b8f78b-982f-49bd-84da-dac2ce9d9e31" data-vars-headline="How AI helps prevent falls at Arizona senior living facilities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7093636/#CR6" target="_blank">peer-reviewed</a> <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="medical research" data-vars-click-url="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12645780/" data-vars-content-id="e2b8f78b-982f-49bd-84da-dac2ce9d9e31" data-vars-headline="How AI helps prevent falls at Arizona senior living facilities" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12645780/" target="_blank">medical research</a>.

Carvana rejoins fast lane with S&P 500 debut

After a near collapse, the Tempe-based used-car retailer doubled down and climbed back.

Online used-car retailer Carvana joined the S&amp;P 500 in December — three years after the Tempe-headquartered company <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="almost fell into bankruptcy" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2023/01/04/carvana-bankruptcy-concerns-phoenix-jobs" data-vars-content-id="79ff0ce7-e10a-4240-84c6-a50c9cecbe61" data-vars-headline="Carvana rejoins fast lane with S&amp;P 500 debut" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2023/01/04/carvana-bankruptcy-concerns-phoenix-jobs" target="_self">almost fell into bankruptcy</a>.Why it matters: Inclusion in the premier stock market index boosts a company&#x27;s credibility, signals profitability and stability, and can increase demand for its shares.

Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home

That's a year longer than the national average for a down payment on a typical home.

It took Valley households a year longer than the national average to save for a median <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="home" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/01/mortgage-rates-home-prices-predictions-2026" data-vars-content-id="6fe5bc18-cf16-4f8e-bcd7-4ac8c92b90b3" data-vars-headline="Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2026/01/01/mortgage-rates-home-prices-predictions-2026" target="_self">home</a> down payment in 2025, according to a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="Realtor.com" data-vars-click-url="http://Realtor.com" data-vars-content-id="6fe5bc18-cf16-4f8e-bcd7-4ac8c92b90b3" data-vars-headline="Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="http://Realtor.com" target="_blank">Realtor.com</a><a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text=" analysis" data-vars-click-url="https://www.realtor.com/research/downpayment-savings-december-2025/" data-vars-content-id="6fe5bc18-cf16-4f8e-bcd7-4ac8c92b90b3" data-vars-headline="Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.realtor.com/research/downpayment-savings-december-2025/" target="_blank"> analysis</a>.Why it matters: Coming up with a down payment is one of the <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="biggest barriers" data-vars-click-url="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/04/homebuyers-are-struggling-to-make-bigger-down-payments.html" data-vars-content-id="6fe5bc18-cf16-4f8e-bcd7-4ac8c92b90b3" data-vars-headline="Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.cnbc.com/2025/03/04/homebuyers-are-struggling-to-make-bigger-down-payments.html" target="_blank">biggest barriers</a> to <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="homeownership" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/29/stocks-retirement-gen-z" data-vars-content-id="6fe5bc18-cf16-4f8e-bcd7-4ac8c92b90b3" data-vars-headline="Phoenix residents need longer than U.S. average to save for a home" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/2025/11/29/stocks-retirement-gen-z" target="_self">homeownership</a>.

Why Arizonans should wait to file their taxes

A standoff at the Capitol may complicate tax filing for Arizonans.

Tax season kicks off this week, but a <a class="gtmContentClick" data-vars-link-text="political fight at the state Legislature" data-vars-click-url="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/01/12/2026-legislative-session-begins-tax-cut-fight-hobbs" data-vars-content-id="a692d3e5-aec1-4c3c-a3f0-149fd33f2224" data-vars-headline="Why Arizonans should wait to file their taxes" data-vars-event-category="story" data-vars-sub-category="story" data-vars-item="in_content_link" href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/01/12/2026-legislative-session-begins-tax-cut-fight-hobbs" target="_self">political fight at the state Legislature</a> may complicate matters for Arizonans looking to get a jump on filing.The big picture: Democratic Gov. Katie Hobbs and the Republican-controlled Legislature have yet to reach an agreement on state tax conformity.

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Protecting your IP in the age of generative AI

Sheraton Phoenix Crescent to become "attainable luxury" apartments

Amazon's Zoox brings driverless car testing to Phoenix

End in sight for long-delayed One Camelback apartment project

ASU president Michael Crow pushes AI as education equalizer