<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><?xml-stylesheet href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/style.xsl" type="text/xsl"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:googleplay="http://www.google.com/schemas/play-podcasts/1.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:sy="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/syndication/" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><atom:link href="https://feeds.captivate.fm/phoenix-right-now/" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><title><![CDATA[Phoenix Right Now]]></title><podcast:guid>5e258442-67b4-5416-a939-3273487f9b9b</podcast:guid><lastBuildDate>Fri, 28 Aug 2026 00:37:26 +0000</lastBuildDate><generator>Captivate.fm</generator><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><copyright><![CDATA[Copyright 2026 Maria Alveraz]]></copyright><managingEditor>Maria Alveraz</managingEditor><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Phoenix Right Now with Maria Alvarez delivers fast, timely local news, weather, traffic, sports, business, events, and community stories from Phoenix and across the Valley.]]></itunes:summary><image><url>https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg</url><title>Phoenix Right Now</title><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link></image><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Maria Alveraz</itunes:name></itunes:owner><itunes:author>Maria Alveraz</itunes:author><description>Phoenix Right Now with Maria Alvarez delivers fast, timely local news, weather, traffic, sports, business, events, and community stories from Phoenix and across the Valley.</description><link>https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm</link><atom:link href="https://pubsubhubbub.appspot.com" rel="hub"/><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:category text="News"><itunes:category text="Daily News"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="News"></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"></itunes:category><podcast:locked>no</podcast:locked><podcast:medium>podcast</podcast:medium><item><title>El Grito Celebration Plans Music and Fireworks Downtown</title><itunes:title>El Grito Celebration Plans Music and Fireworks Downtown</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s El Grito celebration returns September twelfth downtown with regional Mexican music, traditional performances, food, family activities and fireworks. For Phoenix listeners following the El Grito celebration, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the El Grito celebration can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>El Grito Celebration Plans Music and Fireworks Downtown — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-5-news/downtown-phoenix-comes-alive-for-the-el-grito-celebration.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-5-news/downtown-phoenix-comes-alive-for-the-el-grito-celebration.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s El Grito celebration returns September twelfth downtown with regional Mexican music, traditional performances, food, family activities and fireworks. For Phoenix listeners following the El Grito celebration, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the El Grito celebration can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>El Grito Celebration Plans Music and Fireworks Downtown — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-5-news/downtown-phoenix-comes-alive-for-the-el-grito-celebration.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/district-5-news/downtown-phoenix-comes-alive-for-the-el-grito-celebration.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c349030c-e560-41ce-bcb1-05811f241d31</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:07:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c349030c-e560-41ce-bcb1-05811f241d31.mp3" length="1218577" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix&apos;s El Grito celebration returns September twelfth downtown with regional Mexican music, traditional performances, food, family activities and fireworks. For Phoenix listeners following the El Grito celebration, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the El Grito celebration can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Black Rodeo Comes to WestWorld</title><itunes:title>Arizona Black Rodeo Comes to WestWorld</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Black Rodeo runs September fourth through sixth at WestWorld of Scottsdale with rodeo competition and cultural programming. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Black Rodeo, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Arizona Black Rodeo should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to WestWorld of Scottsdale.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Black Rodeo Comes to WestWorld — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/events/next-30-days/?categories%5B0%5D=0">https://www.visitphoenix.com/events/next-30-days/?categories%5B0%5D=0</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Black Rodeo runs September fourth through sixth at WestWorld of Scottsdale with rodeo competition and cultural programming. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Black Rodeo, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Arizona Black Rodeo should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to WestWorld of Scottsdale.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Black Rodeo Comes to WestWorld — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/events/next-30-days/?categories%5B0%5D=0">https://www.visitphoenix.com/events/next-30-days/?categories%5B0%5D=0</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">01ab2ee8-72e3-489e-95c4-9d6f78b071f0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:06:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/01ab2ee8-72e3-489e-95c4-9d6f78b071f0.mp3" length="1215634" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Arizona Black Rodeo runs September fourth through sixth at WestWorld of Scottsdale with rodeo competition and cultural programming. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Black Rodeo, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Arizona Black Rodeo should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to WestWorld of Scottsdale.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Goldrush Music Festival Returns to Rawhide</title><itunes:title>Goldrush Music Festival Returns to Rawhide</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Goldrush Music Festival returns September eleventh and twelfth to Rawhide Western Town with more than fifty electronic artists across multiple stages. For Phoenix listeners following the Goldrush Music Festival, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Goldrush Music Festival is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Goldrush Music Festival Returns to Rawhide — Goldrush — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://goldrushfestaz.com/">https://goldrushfestaz.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Goldrush Music Festival returns September eleventh and twelfth to Rawhide Western Town with more than fifty electronic artists across multiple stages. For Phoenix listeners following the Goldrush Music Festival, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Goldrush Music Festival is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Goldrush Music Festival Returns to Rawhide — Goldrush — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://goldrushfestaz.com/">https://goldrushfestaz.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a926a1b4-97a5-4624-9903-1b33712ce902</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:05:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a926a1b4-97a5-4624-9903-1b33712ce902.mp3" length="1200173" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Goldrush Music Festival returns September eleventh and twelfth to Rawhide Western Town with more than fifty electronic artists across multiple stages. For Phoenix listeners following the Goldrush Music Festival, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Goldrush Music Festival is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Gerardo Ortiz Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre</title><itunes:title>Gerardo Ortiz Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Gerardo Ortiz performs September sixth at Celebrity Theatre with a Sunday night regional Mexican concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Gerardo Ortiz concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Gerardo Ortiz concert change, the organizer or Celebrity Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Gerardo Ortiz Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gerardo Ortiz performs September sixth at Celebrity Theatre with a Sunday night regional Mexican concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Gerardo Ortiz concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Gerardo Ortiz concert change, the organizer or Celebrity Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Gerardo Ortiz Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f19e42d8-76bc-4bcb-b667-5e6ccb343919</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:05:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f19e42d8-76bc-4bcb-b667-5e6ccb343919.mp3" length="1170088" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Gerardo Ortiz performs September sixth at Celebrity Theatre with a Sunday night regional Mexican concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Gerardo Ortiz concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Gerardo Ortiz concert change, the organizer or Celebrity Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>My Chemical Romance Brings Black Parade to Chase Field</title><itunes:title>My Chemical Romance Brings Black Parade to Chase Field</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>My Chemical Romance performs September sixth at Chase Field on its Black Parade twenty twenty-six tour. For Phoenix listeners following the My Chemical Romance concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the My Chemical Romance concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>My Chemical Romance Brings Black Parade to Chase Field — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My Chemical Romance performs September sixth at Chase Field on its Black Parade twenty twenty-six tour. For Phoenix listeners following the My Chemical Romance concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the My Chemical Romance concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>My Chemical Romance Brings Black Parade to Chase Field — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0a11a98-c1ec-42d3-afe2-88aaec985c64</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:04:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0a11a98-c1ec-42d3-afe2-88aaec985c64.mp3" length="1155046" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>My Chemical Romance performs September sixth at Chase Field on its Black Parade twenty twenty-six tour. For Phoenix listeners following the My Chemical Romance concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the My Chemical Romance concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>DJ Jazzy Jeff Brings Saturday Set to The Duce</title><itunes:title>DJ Jazzy Jeff Brings Saturday Set to The Duce</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>DJ Jazzy Jeff performs September fifth at The Duce, adding a hip-hop and dance set to the holiday weekend calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>DJ Jazzy Jeff Brings Saturday Set to The Duce — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>DJ Jazzy Jeff performs September fifth at The Duce, adding a hip-hop and dance set to the holiday weekend calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>DJ Jazzy Jeff Brings Saturday Set to The Duce — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">686c12d8-5396-47ed-8a86-4ca83c01971d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:03:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/686c12d8-5396-47ed-8a86-4ca83c01971d.mp3" length="1006661" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>DJ Jazzy Jeff performs September fifth at The Duce, adding a hip-hop and dance set to the holiday weekend calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the DJ Jazzy Jeff performance.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Haley Reinhart Plays Musical Instrument Museum</title><itunes:title>Haley Reinhart Plays Musical Instrument Museum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Singer Haley Reinhart performs September fifth at the Musical Instrument Museum&#x27;s intimate music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Haley Reinhart concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Haley Reinhart concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Haley Reinhart Plays Musical Instrument Museum — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Singer Haley Reinhart performs September fifth at the Musical Instrument Museum&#x27;s intimate music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Haley Reinhart concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Haley Reinhart concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Haley Reinhart Plays Musical Instrument Museum — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">34eee4e6-093e-4435-aea6-1633dc430cff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:02:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/34eee4e6-093e-4435-aea6-1633dc430cff.mp3" length="1154620" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Singer Haley Reinhart performs September fifth at the Musical Instrument Museum&apos;s intimate music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Haley Reinhart concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Haley Reinhart concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Ramon Ayala Performs at Desert Diamond Arena</title><itunes:title>Ramon Ayala Performs at Desert Diamond Arena</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ramon Ayala performs September fifth at Desert Diamond Arena with a concert built around his regional Mexican catalog. For Phoenix listeners following the Ramon Ayala concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Ramon Ayala concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Diamond Arena.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ramon Ayala Performs at Desert Diamond Arena — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ramon Ayala performs September fifth at Desert Diamond Arena with a concert built around his regional Mexican catalog. For Phoenix listeners following the Ramon Ayala concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Ramon Ayala concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Diamond Arena.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ramon Ayala Performs at Desert Diamond Arena — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cf060ef5-ecb7-4fe3-9cb0-357ec59bdc0a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:02:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cf060ef5-ecb7-4fe3-9cb0-357ec59bdc0a.mp3" length="1160051" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Ramon Ayala performs September fifth at Desert Diamond Arena with a concert built around his regional Mexican catalog. For Phoenix listeners following the Ramon Ayala concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Ramon Ayala concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Diamond Arena.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Flotsam and Jetsam Return to Nile Theater</title><itunes:title>Flotsam and Jetsam Return to Nile Theater</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona metal band Flotsam and Jetsam performs September fifth at the Nile Theater in Mesa. For Phoenix listeners following the Flotsam and Jetsam concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Flotsam and Jetsam concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Flotsam and Jetsam Return to Nile Theater — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona metal band Flotsam and Jetsam performs September fifth at the Nile Theater in Mesa. For Phoenix listeners following the Flotsam and Jetsam concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Flotsam and Jetsam concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Flotsam and Jetsam Return to Nile Theater — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">731b6da3-9dc5-456c-a1b9-19e616565b51</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:01:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/731b6da3-9dc5-456c-a1b9-19e616565b51.mp3" length="1145838" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona metal band Flotsam and Jetsam performs September fifth at the Nile Theater in Mesa. For Phoenix listeners following the Flotsam and Jetsam concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Flotsam and Jetsam concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Zach Bryan Brings Stadium Tour to Glendale</title><itunes:title>Zach Bryan Brings Stadium Tour to Glendale</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Zach Bryan performs September fifth at State Farm Stadium, bringing a stadium-scale country and roots concert to Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Zach Bryan concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Zach Bryan concert change, the organizer or State Farm Stadium will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Zach Bryan Brings Stadium Tour to Glendale — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Zach Bryan performs September fifth at State Farm Stadium, bringing a stadium-scale country and roots concert to Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Zach Bryan concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Zach Bryan concert change, the organizer or State Farm Stadium will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Zach Bryan Brings Stadium Tour to Glendale — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b8125406-532f-407d-8475-140c41b186af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 17:00:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b8125406-532f-407d-8475-140c41b186af.mp3" length="1129120" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Zach Bryan performs September fifth at State Farm Stadium, bringing a stadium-scale country and roots concert to Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Zach Bryan concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Zach Bryan concert change, the organizer or State Farm Stadium will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Faetooth Plays The Rebel Lounge</title><itunes:title>Faetooth Plays The Rebel Lounge</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Faetooth performs September fourth at The Rebel Lounge in an evening heavy-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Faetooth concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Faetooth concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Faetooth Plays The Rebel Lounge — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Faetooth performs September fourth at The Rebel Lounge in an evening heavy-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Faetooth concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Faetooth concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Faetooth Plays The Rebel Lounge — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">66855bf9-d637-49a4-b71b-941ec6249f25</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:59:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/66855bf9-d637-49a4-b71b-941ec6249f25.mp3" length="1056384" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Faetooth performs September fourth at The Rebel Lounge in an evening heavy-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Faetooth concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Faetooth concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Asleep at the Wheel Brings Western Swing to MIM</title><itunes:title>Asleep at the Wheel Brings Western Swing to MIM</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Asleep at the Wheel performs September fourth at the Musical Instrument Museum with a set rooted in Western swing. For Phoenix listeners following the Asleep at the Wheel concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Asleep at the Wheel concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Asleep at the Wheel Brings Western Swing to MIM — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Asleep at the Wheel performs September fourth at the Musical Instrument Museum with a set rooted in Western swing. For Phoenix listeners following the Asleep at the Wheel concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Asleep at the Wheel concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Asleep at the Wheel Brings Western Swing to MIM — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bea4bd97-2e5a-49d3-872b-3ed932882de8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:58:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bea4bd97-2e5a-49d3-872b-3ed932882de8.mp3" length="1004156" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Asleep at the Wheel performs September fourth at the Musical Instrument Museum with a set rooted in Western swing. For Phoenix listeners following the Asleep at the Wheel concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Asleep at the Wheel concert.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Kottonmouth Kings Play Glendale September Fourth</title><itunes:title>Kottonmouth Kings Play Glendale September Fourth</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Kottonmouth Kings perform September fourth at The Forty-Four Sports Grill and Nightlife in Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Kottonmouth Kings concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Kottonmouth Kings concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kottonmouth Kings Play Glendale September Fourth — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kottonmouth Kings perform September fourth at The Forty-Four Sports Grill and Nightlife in Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Kottonmouth Kings concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Kottonmouth Kings concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kottonmouth Kings Play Glendale September Fourth — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae774257-a26a-4c89-b43b-3b3ae573d5a8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:58:02 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae774257-a26a-4c89-b43b-3b3ae573d5a8.mp3" length="1142501" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Kottonmouth Kings perform September fourth at The Forty-Four Sports Grill and Nightlife in Glendale. For Phoenix listeners following the Kottonmouth Kings concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Kottonmouth Kings concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Jeru the Damaja Performs at Trill</title><itunes:title>Jeru the Damaja Performs at Trill</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Hip-hop artist Jeru the Damaja performs September third at Trill on Sixteenth Street. For Phoenix listeners following the Jeru the Damaja concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Jeru the Damaja concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Trill.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Jeru the Damaja Performs at Trill — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hip-hop artist Jeru the Damaja performs September third at Trill on Sixteenth Street. For Phoenix listeners following the Jeru the Damaja concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Jeru the Damaja concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Trill.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Jeru the Damaja Performs at Trill — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">af4d7a2b-1244-4237-a8c3-71317c6b948c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:57:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/af4d7a2b-1244-4237-a8c3-71317c6b948c.mp3" length="1140814" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Hip-hop artist Jeru the Damaja performs September third at Trill on Sixteenth Street. For Phoenix listeners following the Jeru the Damaja concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Jeru the Damaja concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Trill.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Wayne Hancock Plays the Rhythm Room</title><itunes:title>Wayne Hancock Plays the Rhythm Room</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Wayne Hancock performs September second at the Rhythm Room, bringing his roots-country catalog to Phoenix. For Phoenix listeners following the Wayne Hancock concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Wayne Hancock concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wayne Hancock Plays the Rhythm Room — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wayne Hancock performs September second at the Rhythm Room, bringing his roots-country catalog to Phoenix. For Phoenix listeners following the Wayne Hancock concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Wayne Hancock concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wayne Hancock Plays the Rhythm Room — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6836f18c-5ff5-4c9c-9c69-a92ca2be0e7f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:56:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6836f18c-5ff5-4c9c-9c69-a92ca2be0e7f.mp3" length="1132457" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Wayne Hancock performs September second at the Rhythm Room, bringing his roots-country catalog to Phoenix. For Phoenix listeners following the Wayne Hancock concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Wayne Hancock concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Wade Forster Brings Country Set to Crescent Ballroom</title><itunes:title>Wade Forster Brings Country Set to Crescent Ballroom</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Wade Forster performs September second at Crescent Ballroom with a country-focused evening set. For Phoenix listeners following the Wade Forster concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Wade Forster concert change, the organizer or Crescent Ballroom will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wade Forster Brings Country Set to Crescent Ballroom — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Wade Forster performs September second at Crescent Ballroom with a country-focused evening set. For Phoenix listeners following the Wade Forster concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Wade Forster concert change, the organizer or Crescent Ballroom will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wade Forster Brings Country Set to Crescent Ballroom — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">80bcf816-4e34-4f0b-aeb4-35b312860021</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:55:49 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/80bcf816-4e34-4f0b-aeb4-35b312860021.mp3" length="1134564" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Wade Forster performs September second at Crescent Ballroom with a country-focused evening set. For Phoenix listeners following the Wade Forster concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Wade Forster concert change, the organizer or Crescent Ballroom will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Bettye LaVette Performs at Musical Instrument Museum</title><itunes:title>Bettye LaVette Performs at Musical Instrument Museum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Soul singer Bettye LaVette performs September second at the Musical Instrument Museum&#x27;s music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Bettye LaVette concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Bettye LaVette concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bettye LaVette Performs at Musical Instrument Museum — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Soul singer Bettye LaVette performs September second at the Musical Instrument Museum&#x27;s music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Bettye LaVette concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Bettye LaVette concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bettye LaVette Performs at Musical Instrument Museum — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fb88c6bb-9aa2-412a-a5ae-8ebd2d2aaa50</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:55:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fb88c6bb-9aa2-412a-a5ae-8ebd2d2aaa50.mp3" length="1131220" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Soul singer Bettye LaVette performs September second at the Musical Instrument Museum&apos;s music theater. For Phoenix listeners following the Bettye LaVette concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Bettye LaVette concert helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Kamelot Brings Dark Asylum Tour to The Van Buren</title><itunes:title>Kamelot Brings Dark Asylum Tour to The Van Buren</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Kamelot performs September second at The Van Buren on the Dark Asylum World Tour. For Phoenix listeners following the Kamelot concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Kamelot concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kamelot Brings Dark Asylum Tour to The Van Buren — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;msockid=224cfc0fb92062af1bfbeaf1b86a631c&amp;page=2&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;msockid=224cfc0fb92062af1bfbeaf1b86a631c&amp;page=2&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Kamelot performs September second at The Van Buren on the Dark Asylum World Tour. For Phoenix listeners following the Kamelot concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Kamelot concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kamelot Brings Dark Asylum Tour to The Van Buren — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;msockid=224cfc0fb92062af1bfbeaf1b86a631c&amp;page=2&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;msockid=224cfc0fb92062af1bfbeaf1b86a631c&amp;page=2&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">15bf36fe-278c-416e-981d-f5bf0da7d1c4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:54:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/15bf36fe-278c-416e-981d-f5bf0da7d1c4.mp3" length="1065597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Kamelot performs September second at The Van Buren on the Dark Asylum World Tour. For Phoenix listeners following the Kamelot concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Kamelot concert.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Brandon Flowers Plays The Van Buren September First</title><itunes:title>Brandon Flowers Plays The Van Buren September First</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Brandon Flowers performs September first at The Van Buren in a downtown Phoenix concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Brandon Flowers concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Brandon Flowers concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Brandon Flowers Plays The Van Buren September First — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Brandon Flowers performs September first at The Van Buren in a downtown Phoenix concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Brandon Flowers concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Brandon Flowers concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Brandon Flowers Plays The Van Buren September First — Eventworld — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september">https://www.eventworld.com/phoenix-az/concerts/september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">098e9ff5-0f9f-41c5-ace3-7eec06fbcd3d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:53:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/098e9ff5-0f9f-41c5-ace3-7eec06fbcd3d.mp3" length="1152117" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Brandon Flowers performs September first at The Van Buren in a downtown Phoenix concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Brandon Flowers concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Brandon Flowers concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chicago and Styx Co-Headline Windy Cities Tour</title><itunes:title>Chicago and Styx Co-Headline Windy Cities Tour</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Chicago and Styx bring the Windy Cities Tour to Mortgage Matchup Center September first for a co-headlining classic-rock concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Chicago and Styx concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Chicago and Styx concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Mortgage Matchup Center.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chicago and Styx Co-Headline Windy Cities Tour — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chicago and Styx bring the Windy Cities Tour to Mortgage Matchup Center September first for a co-headlining classic-rock concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Chicago and Styx concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Chicago and Styx concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Mortgage Matchup Center.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chicago and Styx Co-Headline Windy Cities Tour — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/greater-phoenixs-cant-miss-events-in-2026/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aec99061-45bf-41af-a1fa-86c662681fcd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aec99061-45bf-41af-a1fa-86c662681fcd.mp3" length="1175518" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Chicago and Styx bring the Windy Cities Tour to Mortgage Matchup Center September first for a co-headlining classic-rock concert. For Phoenix listeners following the Chicago and Styx concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering the Chicago and Styx concert should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Mortgage Matchup Center.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Visitors Cinematic Screening Comes to Orpheum</title><itunes:title>Visitors Cinematic Screening Comes to Orpheum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Visitors receives a Sunday evening cinematic screening at the Orpheum Theatre for audiences age thirteen and older. For Phoenix listeners following the Visitors screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Visitors screening is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Visitors Cinematic Screening Comes to Orpheum — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Visitors receives a Sunday evening cinematic screening at the Orpheum Theatre for audiences age thirteen and older. For Phoenix listeners following the Visitors screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Visitors screening is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Visitors Cinematic Screening Comes to Orpheum — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c8a5d708-a670-4c30-8cb1-bd1c7d6a3509</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:52:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c8a5d708-a670-4c30-8cb1-bd1c7d6a3509.mp3" length="1066429" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Visitors receives a Sunday evening cinematic screening at the Orpheum Theatre for audiences age thirteen and older. For Phoenix listeners following the Visitors screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of the Visitors screening is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Silent-Era Faust Screening Adds Live Quartet</title><itunes:title>Silent-Era Faust Screening Adds Live Quartet</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Orpheum screens the nineteen twenty-six film Faust September sixth with live music by Mysterium Quartet. For Phoenix listeners following the Faust screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Faust screening change, the organizer or Orpheum Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Silent-Era Faust Screening Adds Live Quartet — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Orpheum screens the nineteen twenty-six film Faust September sixth with live music by Mysterium Quartet. For Phoenix listeners following the Faust screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Faust screening change, the organizer or Orpheum Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Silent-Era Faust Screening Adds Live Quartet — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e8bcfd9e-fbca-41e0-b9b9-d3ead32e4d08</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:51:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e8bcfd9e-fbca-41e0-b9b9-d3ead32e4d08.mp3" length="1131630" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Orpheum screens the nineteen twenty-six film Faust September sixth with live music by Mysterium Quartet. For Phoenix listeners following the Faust screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Faust screening change, the organizer or Orpheum Theatre will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Grand Gala of Stars Comes to Orpheum</title><itunes:title>Arizona Grand Gala of Stars Comes to Orpheum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Grand Gala of Stars is scheduled September fifth at the Orpheum Theatre with a seven o&#x27;clock curtain. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Grand Gala of Stars Comes to Orpheum — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Grand Gala of Stars is scheduled September fifth at the Orpheum Theatre with a seven o&#x27;clock curtain. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Grand Gala of Stars Comes to Orpheum — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c497eb75-d0d8-44e8-b39e-1769587fe002</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:51:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c497eb75-d0d8-44e8-b39e-1769587fe002.mp3" length="1053472" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Arizona Grand Gala of Stars is scheduled September fifth at the Orpheum Theatre with a seven o&apos;clock curtain. For Phoenix listeners following the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Arizona Grand Gala of Stars helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Spaceballs Screening Opens Orpheum September Schedule</title><itunes:title>Spaceballs Screening Opens Orpheum September Schedule</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Orpheum Theatre screens the nineteen eighty-seven comedy Spaceballs on September first as part of its film calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the Spaceballs screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Spaceballs screening.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Spaceballs Screening Opens Orpheum September Schedule — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Orpheum Theatre screens the nineteen eighty-seven comedy Spaceballs on September first as part of its film calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the Spaceballs screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Spaceballs screening.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Spaceballs Screening Opens Orpheum September Schedule — City of Phoenix Ticketing — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.pccticketing.com/">https://www.pccticketing.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d54c46d5-6e1b-4429-af72-c43747d5c4a3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:50:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d54c46d5-6e1b-4429-af72-c43747d5c4a3.mp3" length="1075633" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Orpheum Theatre screens the nineteen eighty-seven comedy Spaceballs on September first as part of its film calendar. For Phoenix listeners following the Spaceballs screening, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Spaceballs screening.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Festival Night Returns to Park &apos;n Swap</title><itunes:title>Festival Night Returns to Park &apos;n Swap</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Festival Night returns Wednesday evening at Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap with music, food vendors and family entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following Festival Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for Festival Night can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Festival Night Returns to Park &#x27;n Swap — Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/">https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Festival Night returns Wednesday evening at Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap with music, food vendors and family entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following Festival Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for Festival Night can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Festival Night Returns to Park &#x27;n Swap — Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/">https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aae686e-9d3e-45a3-9b96-024dbe58dedf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:49:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6aae686e-9d3e-45a3-9b96-024dbe58dedf.mp3" length="1133296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Festival Night returns Wednesday evening at Phoenix Park &apos;n Swap with music, food vendors and family entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following Festival Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for Festival Night can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Park &apos;n Swap Opens Sunday Bargain Stroll</title><itunes:title>Park &apos;n Swap Opens Sunday Bargain Stroll</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap holds its Sunday Bargain Stroll from seven in the morning until four in the afternoon with vendors and snacks. For Phoenix listeners following the Sunday Bargain Stroll, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Park &#x27;n Swap Opens Sunday Bargain Stroll — Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/">https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap holds its Sunday Bargain Stroll from seven in the morning until four in the afternoon with vendors and snacks. For Phoenix listeners following the Sunday Bargain Stroll, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Park &#x27;n Swap Opens Sunday Bargain Stroll — Phoenix Park &#x27;n Swap — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/">https://www.phoenixparknswap.com/events/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">30011c77-a5be-46f0-bfb7-82516e2b1a33</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:48:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/30011c77-a5be-46f0-bfb7-82516e2b1a33.mp3" length="1170078" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Park &apos;n Swap holds its Sunday Bargain Stroll from seven in the morning until four in the afternoon with vendors and snacks. For Phoenix listeners following the Sunday Bargain Stroll, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Grateful Dead Night Brings The Noodles to Crescent Ballroom</title><itunes:title>Grateful Dead Night Brings The Noodles to Crescent Ballroom</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Noodles perform a Grateful Dead Night tribute Friday at Crescent Ballroom. For Phoenix listeners following Grateful Dead Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Grateful Dead Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Grateful Dead Night Brings The Noodles to Crescent Ballroom — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;classificationId=KnvZfZ7vAeA&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;classificationId=KnvZfZ7vAeA&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Noodles perform a Grateful Dead Night tribute Friday at Crescent Ballroom. For Phoenix listeners following Grateful Dead Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Grateful Dead Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Grateful Dead Night Brings The Noodles to Crescent Ballroom — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;classificationId=KnvZfZ7vAeA&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?categoryId=KZFzniwnSyZfZ7v7nJ&amp;classificationId=KnvZfZ7vAeA&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f314aa18-568b-48d3-b6b2-739555273bfb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:47:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f314aa18-568b-48d3-b6b2-739555273bfb.mp3" length="1028827" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Noodles perform a Grateful Dead Night tribute Friday at Crescent Ballroom. For Phoenix listeners following Grateful Dead Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Grateful Dead Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tape B and G Jones Headline Rawhide Event</title><itunes:title>Tape B and G Jones Headline Rawhide Event</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tape B performs with G Jones Saturday night at Rawhide Event Center in an age-restricted electronic-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Tape B and G Jones concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Tape B and G Jones concert change, the organizer or Rawhide Event Center will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tape B and G Jones Headline Rawhide Event — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tape B performs with G Jones Saturday night at Rawhide Event Center in an age-restricted electronic-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Tape B and G Jones concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Tape B and G Jones concert change, the organizer or Rawhide Event Center will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tape B and G Jones Headline Rawhide Event — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">50d05a4c-4cd3-43c0-867f-7eed11b80551</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:47:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/50d05a4c-4cd3-43c0-867f-7eed11b80551.mp3" length="1064754" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tape B performs with G Jones Saturday night at Rawhide Event Center in an age-restricted electronic-music show. For Phoenix listeners following the Tape B and G Jones concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for the Tape B and G Jones concert change, the organizer or Rawhide Event Center will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Sunday Matcha Service Joins Vegan Social</title><itunes:title>Sunday Matcha Service Joins Vegan Social</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Center hosts a Sunday Matcha Service and Vegan Social with specialty drinks, plant-based vendors and community activities. For Phoenix listeners following the Matcha Service and Vegan Social, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Matcha Service and Vegan Social helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Sunday Matcha Service Joins Vegan Social — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Center hosts a Sunday Matcha Service and Vegan Social with specialty drinks, plant-based vendors and community activities. For Phoenix listeners following the Matcha Service and Vegan Social, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Matcha Service and Vegan Social helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Sunday Matcha Service Joins Vegan Social — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">162f7d76-c929-4358-a8ce-c6724ca681b6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:46:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/162f7d76-c929-4358-a8ce-c6724ca681b6.mp3" length="1021285" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Center hosts a Sunday Matcha Service and Vegan Social with specialty drinks, plant-based vendors and community activities. For Phoenix listeners following the Matcha Service and Vegan Social, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for the Matcha Service and Vegan Social helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Candlelight Concert Pairs Queen and Beatles Tributes</title><itunes:title>Candlelight Concert Pairs Queen and Beatles Tributes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Saturday Candlelight concert at Phoenix Art Museum presents string arrangements honoring music by Queen and the Beatles. For Phoenix listeners following the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Candlelight Concert Pairs Queen and Beatles Tributes — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Saturday Candlelight concert at Phoenix Art Museum presents string arrangements honoring music by Queen and the Beatles. For Phoenix listeners following the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Candlelight Concert Pairs Queen and Beatles Tributes — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0dfeb1d-852d-48f2-87cf-7767be7d681a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:45:51 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0dfeb1d-852d-48f2-87cf-7767be7d681a.mp3" length="1012938" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Saturday Candlelight concert at Phoenix Art Museum presents string arrangements honoring music by Queen and the Beatles. For Phoenix listeners following the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Queen and Beatles Candlelight concert.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Wigwam Hosts Friday Paint and Sip</title><itunes:title>Wigwam Hosts Friday Paint and Sip</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Wigwam hosts a Friday Paint and Sip session combining guided art instruction with an evening social setting. For Phoenix listeners following the Wigwam Paint and Sip, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Wigwam Paint and Sip can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wigwam Hosts Friday Paint and Sip — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Wigwam hosts a Friday Paint and Sip session combining guided art instruction with an evening social setting. For Phoenix listeners following the Wigwam Paint and Sip, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Wigwam Paint and Sip can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wigwam Hosts Friday Paint and Sip — Visit Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fe78e567-87b4-48ed-be6f-d8d69f8c4312</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:45:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fe78e567-87b4-48ed-be6f-d8d69f8c4312.mp3" length="1161712" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Wigwam hosts a Friday Paint and Sip session combining guided art instruction with an evening social setting. For Phoenix listeners following the Wigwam Paint and Sip, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Wigwam Paint and Sip can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tanger Family Fun Friday Adds Games and Music</title><itunes:title>Tanger Family Fun Friday Adds Games and Music</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tanger Outlets in Glendale hosts a Friday evening family program with games, music and hands-on activities. For Phoenix listeners following Tanger Family Fun Friday, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Tanger Family Fun Friday should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Tanger Outlets Glendale.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tanger Family Fun Friday Adds Games and Music — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tanger Outlets in Glendale hosts a Friday evening family program with games, music and hands-on activities. For Phoenix listeners following Tanger Family Fun Friday, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Tanger Family Fun Friday should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Tanger Outlets Glendale.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tanger Family Fun Friday Adds Games and Music — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c1bc85c7-5b61-4fe7-8376-53c10d7cd668</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:44:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c1bc85c7-5b61-4fe7-8376-53c10d7cd668.mp3" length="1175935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tanger Outlets in Glendale hosts a Friday evening family program with games, music and hands-on activities. For Phoenix listeners following Tanger Family Fun Friday, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Tanger Family Fun Friday should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Tanger Outlets Glendale.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>CaveScape Brings Immersive Science to Arizona Center</title><itunes:title>CaveScape Brings Immersive Science to Arizona Center</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>CaveScape continues at Arizona Science Center with an immersive cave-themed environment combining geology, exploration and interactive learning. For Phoenix listeners following CaveScape, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of CaveScape is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>CaveScape Brings Immersive Science to Arizona Center — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>CaveScape continues at Arizona Science Center with an immersive cave-themed environment combining geology, exploration and interactive learning. For Phoenix listeners following CaveScape, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of CaveScape is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>CaveScape Brings Immersive Science to Arizona Center — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2526fd9-b894-4b63-a895-ef3478c32d3d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:43:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d2526fd9-b894-4b63-a895-ef3478c32d3d.mp3" length="1225679" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>CaveScape continues at Arizona Science Center with an immersive cave-themed environment combining geology, exploration and interactive learning. For Phoenix listeners following CaveScape, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of CaveScape is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Identical-Twin Study Recruits Arizona Families</title><itunes:title>Identical-Twin Study Recruits Arizona Families</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Camp Verde research opportunity is recruiting identical twins for a family visit supporting brain-science research. For Phoenix listeners following the identical-twin research study, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Future updates should make the capacity, operating schedule and patient pathway easier to understand for people trying to use the identical-twin research study.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Identical-Twin Study Recruits Arizona Families — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Camp Verde research opportunity is recruiting identical twins for a family visit supporting brain-science research. For Phoenix listeners following the identical-twin research study, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Future updates should make the capacity, operating schedule and patient pathway easier to understand for people trying to use the identical-twin research study.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Identical-Twin Study Recruits Arizona Families — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9a5daece-a84e-4b8f-849b-829937225c09</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:42:42 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9a5daece-a84e-4b8f-849b-829937225c09.mp3" length="1176772" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Camp Verde research opportunity is recruiting identical twins for a family visit supporting brain-science research. For Phoenix listeners following the identical-twin research study, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Future updates should make the capacity, operating schedule and patient pathway easier to understand for people trying to use the identical-twin research study.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Dog Days of Summer Opens Garden to Leashed Pets</title><itunes:title>Dog Days of Summer Opens Garden to Leashed Pets</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Desert Botanical Garden hosts Dog Days of Summer Saturday morning, allowing leashed dogs on selected garden paths during cooler early hours. For Phoenix listeners following Dog Days of Summer, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for Dog Days of Summer helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Dog Days of Summer Opens Garden to Leashed Pets — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Desert Botanical Garden hosts Dog Days of Summer Saturday morning, allowing leashed dogs on selected garden paths during cooler early hours. For Phoenix listeners following Dog Days of Summer, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for Dog Days of Summer helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Dog Days of Summer Opens Garden to Leashed Pets — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ab42ddb-c8f5-4e6d-bc42-a742c58bf7d1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:41:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ab42ddb-c8f5-4e6d-bc42-a742c58bf7d1.mp3" length="1119094" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Desert Botanical Garden hosts Dog Days of Summer Saturday morning, allowing leashed dogs on selected garden paths during cooler early hours. For Phoenix listeners following Dog Days of Summer, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Reviewing the schedule for Dog Days of Summer helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Desert West Night Market Returns to Peoria</title><itunes:title>Desert West Night Market Returns to Peoria</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Desert West Night Market opens Saturday in Peoria with local vendors, food and evening entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following the Desert West Night Market, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Desert West Night Market.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Desert West Night Market Returns to Peoria — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Desert West Night Market opens Saturday in Peoria with local vendors, food and evening entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following the Desert West Night Market, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Desert West Night Market.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Desert West Night Market Returns to Peoria — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">34c13f36-2116-4d10-b44b-c8054b59b46c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:41:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/34c13f36-2116-4d10-b44b-c8054b59b46c.mp3" length="1102789" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Desert West Night Market opens Saturday in Peoria with local vendors, food and evening entertainment. For Phoenix listeners following the Desert West Night Market, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Desert West Night Market.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Apple Annie&apos;s Celebrates Sweet Corn Season</title><itunes:title>Apple Annie&apos;s Celebrates Sweet Corn Season</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Apple Annie&#x27;s Sweet Corn Extravaganza runs through Sunday in Willcox with farm-fresh corn, family activities and seasonal food. For Phoenix listeners following the Sweet Corn Extravaganza, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Sweet Corn Extravaganza can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Apple Annie&#x27;s Celebrates Sweet Corn Season — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Apple Annie&#x27;s Sweet Corn Extravaganza runs through Sunday in Willcox with farm-fresh corn, family activities and seasonal food. For Phoenix listeners following the Sweet Corn Extravaganza, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Sweet Corn Extravaganza can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Apple Annie&#x27;s Celebrates Sweet Corn Season — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae2b990f-19ee-41ea-9317-fa941c3dab0d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:40:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae2b990f-19ee-41ea-9317-fa941c3dab0d.mp3" length="1201009" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Apple Annie&apos;s Sweet Corn Extravaganza runs through Sunday in Willcox with farm-fresh corn, family activities and seasonal food. For Phoenix listeners following the Sweet Corn Extravaganza, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Transportation and parking for the Sweet Corn Extravaganza can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Desert Oasis Garden After Dark Runs Through Weekend</title><itunes:title>Desert Oasis Garden After Dark Runs Through Weekend</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Desert Botanical Garden presents Desert Oasis Garden After Dark with illuminated landscapes, music and nighttime nature experiences. For Phoenix listeners following Desert Oasis Garden After Dark, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Desert Oasis Garden After Dark should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Botanical Garden.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Desert Oasis Garden After Dark Runs Through Weekend — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Desert Botanical Garden presents Desert Oasis Garden After Dark with illuminated landscapes, music and nighttime nature experiences. For Phoenix listeners following Desert Oasis Garden After Dark, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Desert Oasis Garden After Dark should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Botanical Garden.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Desert Oasis Garden After Dark Runs Through Weekend — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e522c8ea-bf95-4459-b0dc-567350e150af</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:39:52 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e522c8ea-bf95-4459-b0dc-567350e150af.mp3" length="1216901" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Desert Botanical Garden presents Desert Oasis Garden After Dark with illuminated landscapes, music and nighttime nature experiences. For Phoenix listeners following Desert Oasis Garden After Dark, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Anyone considering Desert Oasis Garden After Dark should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Desert Botanical Garden.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Apache Junction Hosts Family Bingo Night</title><itunes:title>Apache Junction Hosts Family Bingo Night</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Apache Junction Parks and Recreation hosts a Friday family bingo night at its multigenerational center with games and prizes. For Phoenix listeners following Family Bingo Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Family Bingo Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Apache Junction Hosts Family Bingo Night — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Apache Junction Parks and Recreation hosts a Friday family bingo night at its multigenerational center with games and prizes. For Phoenix listeners following Family Bingo Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Family Bingo Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Apache Junction Hosts Family Bingo Night — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d768cbe9-e43c-4382-9db6-4c90fa6f9936</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:38:41 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d768cbe9-e43c-4382-9db6-4c90fa6f9936.mp3" length="1111146" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Apache Junction Parks and Recreation hosts a Friday family bingo night at its multigenerational center with games and prizes. For Phoenix listeners following Family Bingo Night, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The value of Family Bingo Night is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Playful Painting Invites Families to IDEA Museum</title><itunes:title>Playful Painting Invites Families to IDEA Museum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The IDEA Museum in Mesa offers Playful Painting through Sunday with hands-on art activities designed for children and families. For Phoenix listeners following Playful Painting, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for Playful Painting change, the organizer or IDEA Museum will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Playful Painting Invites Families to IDEA Museum — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The IDEA Museum in Mesa offers Playful Painting through Sunday with hands-on art activities designed for children and families. For Phoenix listeners following Playful Painting, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for Playful Painting change, the organizer or IDEA Museum will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Playful Painting Invites Families to IDEA Museum — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">911706b9-ecdc-416a-9e44-07ec69dece74</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:38:02 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/911706b9-ecdc-416a-9e44-07ec69dece74.mp3" length="1122021" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The IDEA Museum in Mesa offers Playful Painting through Sunday with hands-on art activities designed for children and families. For Phoenix listeners following Playful Painting, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. If plans for Playful Painting change, the organizer or IDEA Museum will be the best source for cancellations, moved locations, ticket updates and revised entry instructions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Molly of Denali Adventure Opens at Heard Museum</title><itunes:title>Molly of Denali Adventure Opens at Heard Museum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure runs through Sunday at the Heard Museum with interactive activities about Alaska Native culture, storytelling and outdoor life. For Phoenix listeners following Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Molly of Denali Adventure Opens at Heard Museum — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure runs through Sunday at the Heard Museum with interactive activities about Alaska Native culture, storytelling and outdoor life. For Phoenix listeners following Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Molly of Denali Adventure Opens at Heard Museum — Kids Out and About Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix">https://phoenix.kidsoutandabout.com/content/things-do-weekend-and-around-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae3583b1-0a4c-4a73-9a77-b52e9567980b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:37:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae3583b1-0a4c-4a73-9a77-b52e9567980b.mp3" length="1107809" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure runs through Sunday at the Heard Museum with interactive activities about Alaska Native culture, storytelling and outdoor life. For Phoenix listeners following Molly of Denali: An Alaskan Adventure, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Ryan Waldschmidt Walk-Off Homer Lifts Diamondbacks</title><itunes:title>Ryan Waldschmidt Walk-Off Homer Lifts Diamondbacks</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ryan Waldschmidt hit a walk-off home run to lift the Arizona Diamondbacks over the Chicago Cubs in a late-inning finish at Chase Field. For Phoenix listeners following the Diamondbacks&#x27; walk-off win, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ryan Waldschmidt Walk-Off Homer Lifts Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/ryan-waldschmidts-walk-off-blast-lifts-diamondbacks-past-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/ryan-waldschmidts-walk-off-blast-lifts-diamondbacks-past-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ryan Waldschmidt hit a walk-off home run to lift the Arizona Diamondbacks over the Chicago Cubs in a late-inning finish at Chase Field. For Phoenix listeners following the Diamondbacks&#x27; walk-off win, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ryan Waldschmidt Walk-Off Homer Lifts Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/ryan-waldschmidts-walk-off-blast-lifts-diamondbacks-past-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/ryan-waldschmidts-walk-off-blast-lifts-diamondbacks-past-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d2305513-ae38-4d34-8308-de3e29dad347</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:36:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d2305513-ae38-4d34-8308-de3e29dad347.mp3" length="1116590" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Ryan Waldschmidt hit a walk-off home run to lift the Arizona Diamondbacks over the Chicago Cubs in a late-inning finish at Chase Field. For Phoenix listeners following the Diamondbacks&apos; walk-off win, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Prepares Bid for 2031 Rugby World Cup</title><itunes:title>Arizona Prepares Bid for 2031 Rugby World Cup</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona organizers are preparing a bid to host matches in the twenty thirty-one Rugby World Cup, placing Valley venues in an international-event competition. For Phoenix listeners following Arizona&#x27;s Rugby World Cup bid, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Prepares Bid for 2031 Rugby World Cup — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/27/arizona-rugby-world-cup-">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/27/arizona-rugby-world-cup-</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona organizers are preparing a bid to host matches in the twenty thirty-one Rugby World Cup, placing Valley venues in an international-event competition. For Phoenix listeners following Arizona&#x27;s Rugby World Cup bid, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Prepares Bid for 2031 Rugby World Cup — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/27/arizona-rugby-world-cup-">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/27/arizona-rugby-world-cup-</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ecce3f1b-c7fc-4e96-a525-04de61173618</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:35:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ecce3f1b-c7fc-4e96-a525-04de61173618.mp3" length="1180114" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona organizers are preparing a bid to host matches in the twenty thirty-one Rugby World Cup, placing Valley venues in an international-event competition. For Phoenix listeners following Arizona&apos;s Rugby World Cup bid, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Teen Accused of Assaulting Child at Autism Center</title><itunes:title>Teen Accused of Assaulting Child at Autism Center</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A teenager is accused of assaulting a five-year-old child at an autism center in Queen Creek. The allegation is moving through the juvenile and criminal-justice process. For Phoenix listeners following the autism-center assault case, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen Accused of Assaulting Child at Autism Center — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/teen-accused-of-assaulting-5-year-old-at-arizona-autism-center-queen-creek/75-2f1942a9-c592-4cea-a05c-85f3756e4baa">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/teen-accused-of-assaulting-5-year-old-at-arizona-autism-center-queen-creek/75-2f1942a9-c592-4cea-a05c-85f3756e4baa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A teenager is accused of assaulting a five-year-old child at an autism center in Queen Creek. The allegation is moving through the juvenile and criminal-justice process. For Phoenix listeners following the autism-center assault case, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen Accused of Assaulting Child at Autism Center — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/teen-accused-of-assaulting-5-year-old-at-arizona-autism-center-queen-creek/75-2f1942a9-c592-4cea-a05c-85f3756e4baa">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/teen-accused-of-assaulting-5-year-old-at-arizona-autism-center-queen-creek/75-2f1942a9-c592-4cea-a05c-85f3756e4baa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0de85685-884a-44ac-87db-f6dee3cc714c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:35:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0de85685-884a-44ac-87db-f6dee3cc714c.mp3" length="1168833" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A teenager is accused of assaulting a five-year-old child at an autism center in Queen Creek. The allegation is moving through the juvenile and criminal-justice process. For Phoenix listeners following the autism-center assault case, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Break-In Leads to Standoff and Arrest</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Break-In Leads to Standoff and Arrest</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police arrested a suspect after a reported break-in led to a standoff near Twenty-Seventh Avenue and Baseline Road. Authorities reported no injuries. For Phoenix listeners following the break-in standoff, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Break-In Leads to Standoff and Arrest — KTAR — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-break-in-standoff-arrest">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-break-in-standoff-arrest</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police arrested a suspect after a reported break-in led to a standoff near Twenty-Seventh Avenue and Baseline Road. Authorities reported no injuries. For Phoenix listeners following the break-in standoff, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Break-In Leads to Standoff and Arrest — KTAR — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-break-in-standoff-arrest">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-break-in-standoff-arrest</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">93bc0ab5-7f21-4cdb-9aea-ffb9c0fd82d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:34:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/93bc0ab5-7f21-4cdb-9aea-ffb9c0fd82d5.mp3" length="1100290" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police arrested a suspect after a reported break-in led to a standoff near Twenty-Seventh Avenue and Baseline Road. Authorities reported no injuries. For Phoenix listeners following the break-in standoff, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Justice Department Sues Arizona Over Immigrant Tuition Policy</title><itunes:title>Justice Department Sues Arizona Over Immigrant Tuition Policy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The United States Justice Department has sued Arizona over state policies providing in-state tuition and financial aid to certain immigrant students. For Phoenix listeners following the immigrant-tuition lawsuit, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The next development in the immigrant-tuition lawsuit is likely to be a formal response, hearing or ruling rather than another round of unsupported public speculation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Justice Department Sues Arizona Over Immigrant Tuition Policy — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/az-sued-by-doj-over-in-state-tuition-for-immigrant-students/75-4dae4a0f-56ba-4c44-bbf8-8fbc841ceedf">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/az-sued-by-doj-over-in-state-tuition-for-immigrant-students/75-4dae4a0f-56ba-4c44-bbf8-8fbc841ceedf</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The United States Justice Department has sued Arizona over state policies providing in-state tuition and financial aid to certain immigrant students. For Phoenix listeners following the immigrant-tuition lawsuit, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The next development in the immigrant-tuition lawsuit is likely to be a formal response, hearing or ruling rather than another round of unsupported public speculation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Justice Department Sues Arizona Over Immigrant Tuition Policy — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/az-sued-by-doj-over-in-state-tuition-for-immigrant-students/75-4dae4a0f-56ba-4c44-bbf8-8fbc841ceedf">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/az-sued-by-doj-over-in-state-tuition-for-immigrant-students/75-4dae4a0f-56ba-4c44-bbf8-8fbc841ceedf</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7740ced6-5fed-4a31-aa45-add49e8f1f78</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:33:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7740ced6-5fed-4a31-aa45-add49e8f1f78.mp3" length="1160486" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The United States Justice Department has sued Arizona over state policies providing in-state tuition and financial aid to certain immigrant students. For Phoenix listeners following the immigrant-tuition lawsuit, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. The next development in the immigrant-tuition lawsuit is likely to be a formal response, hearing or ruling rather than another round of unsupported public speculation.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Motorcycle Crash Blocks HOV Lanes at Interstate Ten</title><itunes:title>Motorcycle Crash Blocks HOV Lanes at Interstate Ten</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A motorcycle crash blocked high-occupancy-vehicle lanes near the Interstate ten and U.S. sixty interchange, creating delays while emergency crews investigated. For Phoenix listeners following the motorcycle crash, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Crews responding to the motorcycle crash need room to work safely, so motorists should obey reduced speeds, temporary signs and directions from roadway personnel.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Motorcycle Crash Blocks HOV Lanes at Interstate Ten — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/motorcycle-cras-i-10-us-60-interchange/75-d957a8cc-f5dd-4e29-ab96-7d0c76de0d6d">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/motorcycle-cras-i-10-us-60-interchange/75-d957a8cc-f5dd-4e29-ab96-7d0c76de0d6d</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A motorcycle crash blocked high-occupancy-vehicle lanes near the Interstate ten and U.S. sixty interchange, creating delays while emergency crews investigated. For Phoenix listeners following the motorcycle crash, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Crews responding to the motorcycle crash need room to work safely, so motorists should obey reduced speeds, temporary signs and directions from roadway personnel.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Motorcycle Crash Blocks HOV Lanes at Interstate Ten — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/motorcycle-cras-i-10-us-60-interchange/75-d957a8cc-f5dd-4e29-ab96-7d0c76de0d6d">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/motorcycle-cras-i-10-us-60-interchange/75-d957a8cc-f5dd-4e29-ab96-7d0c76de0d6d</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ea65e507-af5e-44e1-831a-4710b76338e7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:32:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ea65e507-af5e-44e1-831a-4710b76338e7.mp3" length="1156297" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A motorcycle crash blocked high-occupancy-vehicle lanes near the Interstate ten and U.S. sixty interchange, creating delays while emergency crews investigated. For Phoenix listeners following the motorcycle crash, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. Crews responding to the motorcycle crash need room to work safely, so motorists should obey reduced speeds, temporary signs and directions from roadway personnel.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Head Start Leaders Oppose Federal Standards Cuts</title><itunes:title>Arizona Head Start Leaders Oppose Federal Standards Cuts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Head Start leaders are pushing back on a federal proposal they say would remove most program standards governing early-childhood services. For Phoenix listeners following the proposed Head Start standards cuts, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Head Start Leaders Oppose Federal Standards Cuts — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/education-solutions/arizona-head-start-leaders-push-back-federal-proposal-to-cut-90-of-program-standards/75-d9ab3f49-9139-4b42-8761-d4ff40cc486f">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/education-solutions/arizona-head-start-leaders-push-back-federal-proposal-to-cut-90-of-program-standards/75-d9ab3f49-9139-4b42-8761-d4ff40cc486f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Head Start leaders are pushing back on a federal proposal they say would remove most program standards governing early-childhood services. For Phoenix listeners following the proposed Head Start standards cuts, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Head Start Leaders Oppose Federal Standards Cuts — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/education-solutions/arizona-head-start-leaders-push-back-federal-proposal-to-cut-90-of-program-standards/75-d9ab3f49-9139-4b42-8761-d4ff40cc486f">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/education-solutions/arizona-head-start-leaders-push-back-federal-proposal-to-cut-90-of-program-standards/75-d9ab3f49-9139-4b42-8761-d4ff40cc486f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0125d32d-89e7-450c-b86d-d6547f5d8db9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:32:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0125d32d-89e7-450c-b86d-d6547f5d8db9.mp3" length="1124955" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Head Start leaders are pushing back on a federal proposal they say would remove most program standards governing early-childhood services. For Phoenix listeners following the proposed Head Start standards cuts, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>APS Program Offers Help to Middle-Income Customers</title><itunes:title>APS Program Offers Help to Middle-Income Customers</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona Public Service assistance program is opening utility-bill support to some middle-income households that may earn too much for traditional low-income aid. For Phoenix listeners following the APS bill-assistance program, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>APS Program Offers Help to Middle-Income Customers — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/money/consumer/middle-income-families-singles-aps-bill-assistance-state-program/75-1c49406c-f111-456a-8ba0-bf5967879e14">https://www.12news.com/article/money/consumer/middle-income-families-singles-aps-bill-assistance-state-program/75-1c49406c-f111-456a-8ba0-bf5967879e14</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona Public Service assistance program is opening utility-bill support to some middle-income households that may earn too much for traditional low-income aid. For Phoenix listeners following the APS bill-assistance program, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>APS Program Offers Help to Middle-Income Customers — 12News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/money/consumer/middle-income-families-singles-aps-bill-assistance-state-program/75-1c49406c-f111-456a-8ba0-bf5967879e14">https://www.12news.com/article/money/consumer/middle-income-families-singles-aps-bill-assistance-state-program/75-1c49406c-f111-456a-8ba0-bf5967879e14</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">53174bc7-e262-4077-a569-97ab104bff9a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:31:14 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/53174bc7-e262-4077-a569-97ab104bff9a.mp3" length="1119515" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona Public Service assistance program is opening utility-bill support to some middle-income households that may earn too much for traditional low-income aid. For Phoenix listeners following the APS bill-assistance program, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Law Firm Volunteers Build Bikes for Foster Children</title><itunes:title>Law Firm Volunteers Build Bikes for Foster Children</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phillips Law volunteers assembled bicycles for foster children in northern Arizona as part of a project supported by a fifteen-thousand-dollar contribution. For Phoenix listeners following the foster-child bicycle project, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. For people interested in the foster-child bicycle project, the useful details are who can participate, how it connects to the community and where updates from Arizona are posted.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Law Firm Volunteers Build Bikes for Foster Children — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/27/law-firm-volunteers-build-bikes-foster-kids-northern-arizona/?outputType=amp">https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/27/law-firm-volunteers-build-bikes-foster-kids-northern-arizona/?outputType=amp</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phillips Law volunteers assembled bicycles for foster children in northern Arizona as part of a project supported by a fifteen-thousand-dollar contribution. For Phoenix listeners following the foster-child bicycle project, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. For people interested in the foster-child bicycle project, the useful details are who can participate, how it connects to the community and where updates from Arizona are posted.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Law Firm Volunteers Build Bikes for Foster Children — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/27/law-firm-volunteers-build-bikes-foster-kids-northern-arizona/?outputType=amp">https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/27/law-firm-volunteers-build-bikes-foster-kids-northern-arizona/?outputType=amp</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1d7479d7-9ccd-44d1-b52b-1c9ee8158b8c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 16:30:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1d7479d7-9ccd-44d1-b52b-1c9ee8158b8c.mp3" length="1175105" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phillips Law volunteers assembled bicycles for foster children in northern Arizona as part of a project supported by a fifteen-thousand-dollar contribution. For Phoenix listeners following the foster-child bicycle project, the report provides a named source, a defined place or date, and practical details that can be checked as plans or official information change. For people interested in the foster-child bicycle project, the useful details are who can participate, how it connects to the community and where updates from Arizona are posted.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Seafood City Opens Chandler Supermarket and Food Hall</title><itunes:title>Seafood City Opens Chandler Supermarket and Food Hall</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Seafood City Supermarket has opened inside Chandler Fashion Center at thirty-one seventy-seven West Chandler Boulevard. The Filipino supermarket includes seafood and Asian groceries along with an eleven-thousand-square-foot food hall. The format combines weekly shopping with prepared food, making parking, peak meal times and food-hall hours relevant even for customers who already know the mall.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Seafood City Opens Chandler Supermarket and Food Hall — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seafood City Supermarket has opened inside Chandler Fashion Center at thirty-one seventy-seven West Chandler Boulevard. The Filipino supermarket includes seafood and Asian groceries along with an eleven-thousand-square-foot food hall. The format combines weekly shopping with prepared food, making parking, peak meal times and food-hall hours relevant even for customers who already know the mall.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Seafood City Opens Chandler Supermarket and Food Hall — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">81404f6a-ea1e-477e-b84e-9228f5e91dd9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:10:22 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/81404f6a-ea1e-477e-b84e-9228f5e91dd9.mp3" length="1249086" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Seafood City Supermarket has opened inside Chandler Fashion Center at thirty-one seventy-seven West Chandler Boulevard. The Filipino supermarket includes seafood and Asian groceries along with an eleven-thousand-square-foot food hall. The format combines weekly shopping with prepared food, making parking, peak meal times and food-hall hours relevant even for customers who already know the mall.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Best of Bengal Opens Scratch-Made Bangladeshi Kitchen</title><itunes:title>Best of Bengal Opens Scratch-Made Bangladeshi Kitchen</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Best of Bengal has opened at six thousand two North Sixty-Seventh Avenue in Glendale. The restaurant specializes in home-style Bangladeshi cooking, with scratch-made curries, masala dishes and vindaloo. The opening adds a cuisine that is less common in the Valley&#x27;s restaurant mix, giving diners a chance to distinguish Bangladeshi flavors from broader labels such as Indian or South Asian.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Best of Bengal Opens Scratch-Made Bangladeshi Kitchen — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Best of Bengal has opened at six thousand two North Sixty-Seventh Avenue in Glendale. The restaurant specializes in home-style Bangladeshi cooking, with scratch-made curries, masala dishes and vindaloo. The opening adds a cuisine that is less common in the Valley&#x27;s restaurant mix, giving diners a chance to distinguish Bangladeshi flavors from broader labels such as Indian or South Asian.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Best of Bengal Opens Scratch-Made Bangladeshi Kitchen — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">64b58e32-69ba-4945-ab34-ed2af200e3c2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:09:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64b58e32-69ba-4945-ab34-ed2af200e3c2.mp3" length="1081902" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Best of Bengal has opened at six thousand two North Sixty-Seventh Avenue in Glendale. The restaurant specializes in home-style Bangladeshi cooking, with scratch-made curries, masala dishes and vindaloo. The opening adds a cuisine that is less common in the Valley&apos;s restaurant mix, giving diners a chance to distinguish Bangladeshi flavors from broader labels such as Indian or South Asian.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Bar Ocho Brings Eight-Dollar Menu to Tempe</title><itunes:title>Bar Ocho Brings Eight-Dollar Menu to Tempe</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Bar Ocho has opened at seven hundred fifteen South Rural Road in Tempe with street tacos, smashburgers, crispy habanero wings and cocktails. Most items are priced at or near eight dollars, while happy hour lists five-dollar cocktails and beer pitchers. Customers should confirm current hours and age rules because the concept operates as a watering hole as well as a food destination.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bar Ocho Brings Eight-Dollar Menu to Tempe — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bar Ocho has opened at seven hundred fifteen South Rural Road in Tempe with street tacos, smashburgers, crispy habanero wings and cocktails. Most items are priced at or near eight dollars, while happy hour lists five-dollar cocktails and beer pitchers. Customers should confirm current hours and age rules because the concept operates as a watering hole as well as a food destination.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bar Ocho Brings Eight-Dollar Menu to Tempe — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8be3b68d-8efc-4047-9bfa-a5a9b7879992</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:08:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8be3b68d-8efc-4047-9bfa-a5a9b7879992.mp3" length="1062665" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Bar Ocho has opened at seven hundred fifteen South Rural Road in Tempe with street tacos, smashburgers, crispy habanero wings and cocktails. Most items are priced at or near eight dollars, while happy hour lists five-dollar cocktails and beer pitchers. Customers should confirm current hours and age rules because the concept operates as a watering hole as well as a food destination.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Abuela&apos;s Fry Bread Opens in Ahwatukee</title><itunes:title>Abuela&apos;s Fry Bread Opens in Ahwatukee</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread Company has opened at forty-eight twenty-five North Warner Road in Ahwatukee. The menu includes fry bread and burritos with beef, chicken or beans and a selection of toppings. The opening gives the neighborhood a locally focused option built around an Arizona food tradition rather than another identical national fast-casual menu. Customers can expect the most reliable menu, reservation or service details for the Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread opening from the business itself while early listings and directories catch up.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread Opens in Ahwatukee — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread Company has opened at forty-eight twenty-five North Warner Road in Ahwatukee. The menu includes fry bread and burritos with beef, chicken or beans and a selection of toppings. The opening gives the neighborhood a locally focused option built around an Arizona food tradition rather than another identical national fast-casual menu. Customers can expect the most reliable menu, reservation or service details for the Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread opening from the business itself while early listings and directories catch up.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Abuela&#x27;s Fry Bread Opens in Ahwatukee — PHOENIX magazine — 2026-08-03<br><a href="https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/">https://www.phoenixmag.com/2026/08/03/july-2026-restaurant-openings-and-closings/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">12dcb5ff-4cbd-407f-8883-9cfd640f02df</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:07:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/12dcb5ff-4cbd-407f-8883-9cfd640f02df.mp3" length="1041344" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Abuela&apos;s Fry Bread Company has opened at forty-eight twenty-five North Warner Road in Ahwatukee. The menu includes fry bread and burritos with beef, chicken or beans and a selection of toppings. The opening gives the neighborhood a locally focused option built around an Arizona food tradition rather than another identical national fast-casual menu. Customers can expect the most reliable menu, reservation or service details for the Abuela&apos;s Fry Bread opening from the business itself while early listings and directories catch up.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Sounds of Suffrage Program Marks America 250</title><itunes:title>Sounds of Suffrage Program Marks America 250</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sounds of Suffrage for America two hundred fifty is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven until nine at Heritage and Science Park. The program connects music and performance with the history of voting rights during the national anniversary period. Attendees should confirm seating, outdoor weather arrangements and whether admission or advance registration is required.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Sounds of Suffrage Program Marks America 250 — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sounds of Suffrage for America two hundred fifty is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven until nine at Heritage and Science Park. The program connects music and performance with the history of voting rights during the national anniversary period. Attendees should confirm seating, outdoor weather arrangements and whether admission or advance registration is required.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Sounds of Suffrage Program Marks America 250 — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c3335c40-cd9a-4bf2-a4af-f4825885662c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:07:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c3335c40-cd9a-4bf2-a4af-f4825885662c.mp3" length="1197250" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Sounds of Suffrage for America two hundred fifty is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven until nine at Heritage and Science Park. The program connects music and performance with the history of voting rights during the national anniversary period. Attendees should confirm seating, outdoor weather arrangements and whether admission or advance registration is required.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chase Field Hosts Family Field Day Frenzy</title><itunes:title>Chase Field Hosts Family Field Day Frenzy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Family Field Day Frenzy is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from ten until four at Chase Field. The program turns the ballpark into a daytime family destination outside an ordinary Diamondbacks game. Families should check which activities are included, whether field access is available and how indoor and outdoor portions are affected by the heat.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field Hosts Family Field Day Frenzy — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Family Field Day Frenzy is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from ten until four at Chase Field. The program turns the ballpark into a daytime family destination outside an ordinary Diamondbacks game. Families should check which activities are included, whether field access is available and how indoor and outdoor portions are affected by the heat.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field Hosts Family Field Day Frenzy — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">909ceb0d-30c3-4134-b5b1-7e1d68f17b7c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:06:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/909ceb0d-30c3-4134-b5b1-7e1d68f17b7c.mp3" length="1165900" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Family Field Day Frenzy is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from ten until four at Chase Field. The program turns the ballpark into a daytime family destination outside an ordinary Diamondbacks game. Families should check which activities are included, whether field access is available and how indoor and outdoor portions are affected by the heat.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market Opens Early Saturday</title><itunes:title>Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market Opens Early Saturday</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven-thirty until eleven-thirty at Arizona Center. The early four-hour window puts most shopping before the hottest part of the day. Visitors should bring a plan for perishable purchases and check the current vendor list if they are traveling for one specific product. Transportation and parking for the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market Opens Early Saturday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven-thirty until eleven-thirty at Arizona Center. The early four-hour window puts most shopping before the hottest part of the day. Visitors should bring a plan for perishable purchases and check the current vendor list if they are traveling for one specific product. Transportation and parking for the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market Opens Early Saturday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3ce649b0-2727-43dd-a8e1-b84d6afe7328</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:05:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3ce649b0-2727-43dd-a8e1-b84d6afe7328.mp3" length="1021297" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, from seven-thirty until eleven-thirty at Arizona Center. The early four-hour window puts most shopping before the hottest part of the day. Visitors should bring a plan for perishable purchases and check the current vendor list if they are traveling for one specific product. Transportation and parking for the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley Youth Theatre Stages Matilda This Weekend</title><itunes:title>Valley Youth Theatre Stages Matilda This Weekend</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Valley Youth Theatre is presenting Matilda the Musical Friday and Saturday at Herberger Theater Center. The calendar lists a seven o&#x27;clock Friday show and both afternoon and evening Saturday performances. Families should select the correct time, check runtime and review age guidance before purchasing because younger children may need a plan for a full-length musical.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Valley Youth Theatre Stages Matilda This Weekend — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valley Youth Theatre is presenting Matilda the Musical Friday and Saturday at Herberger Theater Center. The calendar lists a seven o&#x27;clock Friday show and both afternoon and evening Saturday performances. Families should select the correct time, check runtime and review age guidance before purchasing because younger children may need a plan for a full-length musical.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Valley Youth Theatre Stages Matilda This Weekend — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a8d3b36a-bf14-417b-a927-55037a9e6ca7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:05:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a8d3b36a-bf14-417b-a927-55037a9e6ca7.mp3" length="1138739" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Valley Youth Theatre is presenting Matilda the Musical Friday and Saturday at Herberger Theater Center. The calendar lists a seven o&apos;clock Friday show and both afternoon and evening Saturday performances. Families should select the correct time, check runtime and review age guidance before purchasing because younger children may need a plan for a full-length musical.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Science of Sorcery Takes Over Arizona Science Center Friday</title><itunes:title>Science of Sorcery Takes Over Arizona Science Center Friday</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center is hosting Science with a Twist: The Science of Sorcery Friday, August twenty-eighth, from six until ten. The evening uses a Hogwarts-inspired theme to explore science through demonstrations and activities for an older audience. Prospective guests should confirm the age requirement, costume policy and which experiences require separate sign-up after admission.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Science of Sorcery Takes Over Arizona Science Center Friday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center is hosting Science with a Twist: The Science of Sorcery Friday, August twenty-eighth, from six until ten. The evening uses a Hogwarts-inspired theme to explore science through demonstrations and activities for an older audience. Prospective guests should confirm the age requirement, costume policy and which experiences require separate sign-up after admission.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Science of Sorcery Takes Over Arizona Science Center Friday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">61033489-75a5-497e-8a98-a20024978610</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:04:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/61033489-75a5-497e-8a98-a20024978610.mp3" length="1199772" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Science Center is hosting Science with a Twist: The Science of Sorcery Friday, August twenty-eighth, from six until ten. The evening uses a Hogwarts-inspired theme to explore science through demonstrations and activities for an older audience. Prospective guests should confirm the age requirement, costume policy and which experiences require separate sign-up after admission.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Charles Lewis Trio Leads Thursday Jazz at The Nash</title><itunes:title>Charles Lewis Trio Leads Thursday Jazz at The Nash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Charles Lewis and his trio are scheduled for Jazz Casual Thursday at seven-thirty at The Nash. The performance offers a local jazz program in a venue built around listening rather than a large arena production. Guests should confirm ticket availability, seating time and whether the set includes an intermission before planning dinner or transportation around the show.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Charles Lewis Trio Leads Thursday Jazz at The Nash — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Charles Lewis and his trio are scheduled for Jazz Casual Thursday at seven-thirty at The Nash. The performance offers a local jazz program in a venue built around listening rather than a large arena production. Guests should confirm ticket availability, seating time and whether the set includes an intermission before planning dinner or transportation around the show.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Charles Lewis Trio Leads Thursday Jazz at The Nash — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6826db16-29c5-4c72-aece-a8dad72e51f9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:03:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6826db16-29c5-4c72-aece-a8dad72e51f9.mp3" length="1131218" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Charles Lewis and his trio are scheduled for Jazz Casual Thursday at seven-thirty at The Nash. The performance offers a local jazz program in a venue built around listening rather than a large arena production. Guests should confirm ticket availability, seating time and whether the set includes an intermission before planning dinner or transportation around the show.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Skate and Donate Fundraiser Rolls Into Club Contact</title><itunes:title>Skate and Donate Fundraiser Rolls Into Club Contact</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Skate and Donate fundraiser is scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from six until nine at Club Contact. The event combines skating with a charitable purpose, so participants should check admission, equipment rules and the organization receiving donations. Anyone bringing personal skates should also confirm which types are permitted on the venue surface. Reviewing the schedule for the Skate and Donate fundraiser helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Skate and Donate Fundraiser Rolls Into Club Contact — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Skate and Donate fundraiser is scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from six until nine at Club Contact. The event combines skating with a charitable purpose, so participants should check admission, equipment rules and the organization receiving donations. Anyone bringing personal skates should also confirm which types are permitted on the venue surface. Reviewing the schedule for the Skate and Donate fundraiser helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Skate and Donate Fundraiser Rolls Into Club Contact — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d406be5e-5a50-469c-819c-3449d3870f9d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:02:38 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d406be5e-5a50-469c-819c-3449d3870f9d.mp3" length="1164656" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Skate and Donate fundraiser is scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from six until nine at Club Contact. The event combines skating with a charitable purpose, so participants should check admission, equipment rules and the organization receiving donations. Anyone bringing personal skates should also confirm which types are permitted on the venue surface. Reviewing the schedule for the Skate and Donate fundraiser helps visitors choose what they most want to see instead of assuming every activity runs for the full event window.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Les Misérables Continues at Phoenix Theatre Company</title><itunes:title>Les Misérables Continues at Phoenix Theatre Company</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Theatre Company is staging Les Misérables with afternoon and evening performances across the weekend. Thursday&#x27;s calendar lists shows at one-thirty and seven. Theatergoers should match their ticket to the correct performance time and review parking and late-seating rules because the musical begins with important story material rather than a disposable opening segment. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Les Misérables production.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Les Misérables Continues at Phoenix Theatre Company — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Theatre Company is staging Les Misérables with afternoon and evening performances across the weekend. Thursday&#x27;s calendar lists shows at one-thirty and seven. Theatergoers should match their ticket to the correct performance time and review parking and late-seating rules because the musical begins with important story material rather than a disposable opening segment. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Les Misérables production.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Les Misérables Continues at Phoenix Theatre Company — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2e57959e-d0f9-423d-9ac1-a2752d076cf8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:01:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2e57959e-d0f9-423d-9ac1-a2752d076cf8.mp3" length="1165128" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Theatre Company is staging Les Misérables with afternoon and evening performances across the weekend. Thursday&apos;s calendar lists shows at one-thirty and seven. Theatergoers should match their ticket to the correct performance time and review parking and late-seating rules because the musical begins with important story material rather than a disposable opening segment. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Les Misérables production.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Science Center Screens Ancient Caves</title><itunes:title>Arizona Science Center Screens Ancient Caves</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center has an Ancient Caves presentation scheduled Thursday at twelve-fifteen. The program follows exploration and scientific work in cave environments, making its exact screen or dome format important when buying admission. Visitors should check runtime, seating and whether the presentation requires a separate ticket from the main museum. Transportation and parking for the Ancient Caves presentation can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Science Center Screens Ancient Caves — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center has an Ancient Caves presentation scheduled Thursday at twelve-fifteen. The program follows exploration and scientific work in cave environments, making its exact screen or dome format important when buying admission. Visitors should check runtime, seating and whether the presentation requires a separate ticket from the main museum. Transportation and parking for the Ancient Caves presentation can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Science Center Screens Ancient Caves — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">caedf1b5-a575-4b20-ad8f-2dd6accbce42</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/caedf1b5-a575-4b20-ad8f-2dd6accbce42.mp3" length="1198504" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Science Center has an Ancient Caves presentation scheduled Thursday at twelve-fifteen. The program follows exploration and scientific work in cave environments, making its exact screen or dome format important when buying admission. Visitors should check runtime, seating and whether the presentation requires a separate ticket from the main museum. Transportation and parking for the Ancient Caves presentation can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Science Center Serves Up Julia Child Exhibition</title><itunes:title>Arizona Science Center Serves Up Julia Child Exhibition</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center is presenting Julia Child: A Recipe for Life from ten until four Thursday. The exhibition uses Child&#x27;s career to connect cooking with experimentation, media and changing American food culture. Visitors should confirm whether timed entry is required and whether the exhibit is included with general science-center admission. Anyone considering the Julia Child exhibition should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Arizona Science Center.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Science Center Serves Up Julia Child Exhibition — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Science Center is presenting Julia Child: A Recipe for Life from ten until four Thursday. The exhibition uses Child&#x27;s career to connect cooking with experimentation, media and changing American food culture. Visitors should confirm whether timed entry is required and whether the exhibit is included with general science-center admission. Anyone considering the Julia Child exhibition should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Arizona Science Center.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Science Center Serves Up Julia Child Exhibition — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">51530e4f-eaf1-40fe-af79-9ced54a42e88</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 07:00:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/51530e4f-eaf1-40fe-af79-9ced54a42e88.mp3" length="1197261" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Science Center is presenting Julia Child: A Recipe for Life from ten until four Thursday. The exhibition uses Child&apos;s career to connect cooking with experimentation, media and changing American food culture. Visitors should confirm whether timed entry is required and whether the exhibit is included with general science-center admission. Anyone considering the Julia Child exhibition should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Arizona Science Center.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Art Museum Explores Photography in Ecstatic Time</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Art Museum Explores Photography in Ecstatic Time</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Art Museum is showing Ecstatic Time: The Alchemy of Photography during Thursday museum hours beginning at ten. The exhibition focuses attention on photography as a constructed artistic process rather than only a record of what stood before the camera. Visitors should check gallery location, admission and any photography restrictions inside the exhibition. The value of the Ecstatic Time exhibition is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Art Museum Explores Photography in Ecstatic Time — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Art Museum is showing Ecstatic Time: The Alchemy of Photography during Thursday museum hours beginning at ten. The exhibition focuses attention on photography as a constructed artistic process rather than only a record of what stood before the camera. Visitors should check gallery location, admission and any photography restrictions inside the exhibition. The value of the Ecstatic Time exhibition is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Art Museum Explores Photography in Ecstatic Time — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b9c923f8-c34d-43a6-bb71-023601576bbd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:59:08 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b9c923f8-c34d-43a6-bb71-023601576bbd.mp3" length="1203531" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Art Museum is showing Ecstatic Time: The Alchemy of Photography during Thursday museum hours beginning at ten. The exhibition focuses attention on photography as a constructed artistic process rather than only a record of what stood before the camera. Visitors should check gallery location, admission and any photography restrictions inside the exhibition. The value of the Ecstatic Time exhibition is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Great Arizona Puppet Theater Stages Jack Rabbit Tale</title><itunes:title>Great Arizona Puppet Theater Stages Jack Rabbit Tale</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Great Arizona Puppet Theater is presenting Jack Rabbit and the Desert Tortoise at ten in the morning on multiple days through Saturday. The production gives families a desert-themed variation on a familiar fable. Caregivers should confirm the performance date, recommended age, ticket requirement and arrival time because children&#x27;s theaters often begin seating shortly before the show.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Great Arizona Puppet Theater Stages Jack Rabbit Tale — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Great Arizona Puppet Theater is presenting Jack Rabbit and the Desert Tortoise at ten in the morning on multiple days through Saturday. The production gives families a desert-themed variation on a familiar fable. Caregivers should confirm the performance date, recommended age, ticket requirement and arrival time because children&#x27;s theaters often begin seating shortly before the show.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Great Arizona Puppet Theater Stages Jack Rabbit Tale — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d41a6077-8d89-4385-b313-773f92d41c8a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:58:22 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d41a6077-8d89-4385-b313-773f92d41c8a.mp3" length="1081483" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Great Arizona Puppet Theater is presenting Jack Rabbit and the Desert Tortoise at ten in the morning on multiple days through Saturday. The production gives families a desert-themed variation on a familiar fable. Caregivers should confirm the performance date, recommended age, ticket requirement and arrival time because children&apos;s theaters often begin seating shortly before the show.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Heard Museum Displays Delores Browne Abelson Collection</title><itunes:title>Heard Museum Displays Delores Browne Abelson Collection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Heard Museum is showing The Collection of Delores Browne Abelson Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from ten until four. The exhibit adds a focused collection to the museum&#x27;s broader presentation of Indigenous art and culture. Visitors should check whether the exhibition is included with general admission and allow time for the museum&#x27;s other galleries rather than treating it as a brief single-room stop.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Heard Museum Displays Delores Browne Abelson Collection — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Heard Museum is showing The Collection of Delores Browne Abelson Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from ten until four. The exhibit adds a focused collection to the museum&#x27;s broader presentation of Indigenous art and culture. Visitors should check whether the exhibition is included with general admission and allow time for the museum&#x27;s other galleries rather than treating it as a brief single-room stop.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Heard Museum Displays Delores Browne Abelson Collection — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2a029972-bde5-4a71-9899-9214dede27de</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:57:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2a029972-bde5-4a71-9899-9214dede27de.mp3" length="1089845" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Heard Museum is showing The Collection of Delores Browne Abelson Thursday, August twenty-seventh, from ten until four. The exhibit adds a focused collection to the museum&apos;s broader presentation of Indigenous art and culture. Visitors should check whether the exhibition is included with general admission and allow time for the museum&apos;s other galleries rather than treating it as a brief single-room stop.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chase Field Offers Friday Morning Stadium Tours</title><itunes:title>Chase Field Offers Friday Morning Stadium Tours</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Chase Field stadium tours are scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, beginning at nine-thirty in the morning. The tour offers access on a non-game schedule and can show areas not visible from an ordinary seat. Visitors should confirm the meeting entrance, tour length, accessibility and whether field access changes because of maintenance or event preparation. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Chase Field tour.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field Offers Friday Morning Stadium Tours — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chase Field stadium tours are scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, beginning at nine-thirty in the morning. The tour offers access on a non-game schedule and can show areas not visible from an ordinary seat. Visitors should confirm the meeting entrance, tour length, accessibility and whether field access changes because of maintenance or event preparation. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Chase Field tour.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field Offers Friday Morning Stadium Tours — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d8f3b31c-8993-47ed-8423-3e3afa2b0e28</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:56:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d8f3b31c-8993-47ed-8423-3e3afa2b0e28.mp3" length="1123274" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Chase Field stadium tours are scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, beginning at nine-thirty in the morning. The tour offers access on a non-game schedule and can show areas not visible from an ordinary seat. Visitors should confirm the meeting entrance, tour length, accessibility and whether field access changes because of maintenance or event preparation. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Chase Field tour.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Rick Springfield Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre</title><itunes:title>Rick Springfield Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Rick Springfield is scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at seven-thirty at Celebrity Theatre. The theater&#x27;s in-the-round configuration can create different sight lines from a conventional end-stage venue. Fans should review their seat location, parking and the final show schedule before arriving. Transportation and parking for the Rick Springfield concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Rick Springfield Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Rick Springfield is scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at seven-thirty at Celebrity Theatre. The theater&#x27;s in-the-round configuration can create different sight lines from a conventional end-stage venue. Fans should review their seat location, parking and the final show schedule before arriving. Transportation and parking for the Rick Springfield concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Rick Springfield Performs Sunday at Celebrity Theatre — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2c397bb0-23c4-4f68-bacf-cd479124dc27</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:56:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2c397bb0-23c4-4f68-bacf-cd479124dc27.mp3" length="1089425" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Rick Springfield is scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at seven-thirty at Celebrity Theatre. The theater&apos;s in-the-round configuration can create different sight lines from a conventional end-stage venue. Fans should review their seat location, parking and the final show schedule before arriving. Transportation and parking for the Rick Springfield concert can shape the outing as much as the program, especially when several activities or a large crowd share the same area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Nonpoint and Spineshank Play Mesa&apos;s Nile Theater</title><itunes:title>Nonpoint and Spineshank Play Mesa&apos;s Nile Theater</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Nonpoint and Spineshank are scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at six-thirty at the Nile Theater in Mesa. The pairing gives Valley rock fans a weekend show outside downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should verify which Nile performance room is being used, along with parking, door time and any age restriction. Anyone considering the Nonpoint and Spineshank show should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Nile Theater.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Nonpoint and Spineshank Play Mesa&#x27;s Nile Theater — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Nonpoint and Spineshank are scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at six-thirty at the Nile Theater in Mesa. The pairing gives Valley rock fans a weekend show outside downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should verify which Nile performance room is being used, along with parking, door time and any age restriction. Anyone considering the Nonpoint and Spineshank show should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Nile Theater.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Nonpoint and Spineshank Play Mesa&#x27;s Nile Theater — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">227dc897-f688-41fa-a706-0d7aa2fa199d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:55:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/227dc897-f688-41fa-a706-0d7aa2fa199d.mp3" length="1189312" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Nonpoint and Spineshank are scheduled Sunday, August thirtieth, at six-thirty at the Nile Theater in Mesa. The pairing gives Valley rock fans a weekend show outside downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should verify which Nile performance room is being used, along with parking, door time and any age restriction. Anyone considering the Nonpoint and Spineshank show should confirm the date, start time, admission terms and any registration requirement before heading to Nile Theater.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Channel Tres Brings Enigma Tour to The Van Buren</title><itunes:title>Channel Tres Brings Enigma Tour to The Van Buren</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Channel Tres is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at nine at The Van Buren as part of the Enigma Tour. The late start places arrival after several other downtown events have ended or begun. Fans should check door time, opening performers and age restrictions before selecting parking or rideshare pickup points. The value of the Channel Tres concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Channel Tres Brings Enigma Tour to The Van Buren — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Channel Tres is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at nine at The Van Buren as part of the Enigma Tour. The late start places arrival after several other downtown events have ended or begun. Fans should check door time, opening performers and age restrictions before selecting parking or rideshare pickup points. The value of the Channel Tres concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Channel Tres Brings Enigma Tour to The Van Buren — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">533dc494-9eb7-4a15-a360-4caec4bb8595</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:54:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/533dc494-9eb7-4a15-a360-4caec4bb8595.mp3" length="1108228" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Channel Tres is scheduled Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at nine at The Van Buren as part of the Enigma Tour. The late start places arrival after several other downtown events have ended or begun. Fans should check door time, opening performers and age restrictions before selecting parking or rideshare pickup points. The value of the Channel Tres concert is its specific local experience, so practical planning is the best way to avoid missing the part that prompted the trip.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Rising Hosts Indy Eleven for Dollar Beer Night</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Rising Hosts Indy Eleven for Dollar Beer Night</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Rising FC is hosting Indy Eleven Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at seven-thirty at Phoenix Rising Stadium. The promotion is billed as Dollar Beer Night, adding an age-restricted concession offer to the soccer match. Supporters should verify purchase limits, identification rules and transportation plans while keeping the competition itself as the center of the evening.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rising Hosts Indy Eleven for Dollar Beer Night — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Rising FC is hosting Indy Eleven Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at seven-thirty at Phoenix Rising Stadium. The promotion is billed as Dollar Beer Night, adding an age-restricted concession offer to the soccer match. Supporters should verify purchase limits, identification rules and transportation plans while keeping the competition itself as the center of the evening.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rising Hosts Indy Eleven for Dollar Beer Night — Ticketmaster — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view">https://www.ticketmaster.com/discover/phoenix?date=thisweekend&amp;page=1&amp;tt_scene=anchor_view</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4d6226f-3af2-42f3-bf13-d0f9d49cc07f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:53:41 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4d6226f-3af2-42f3-bf13-d0f9d49cc07f.mp3" length="1191826" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Rising FC is hosting Indy Eleven Saturday, August twenty-ninth, at seven-thirty at Phoenix Rising Stadium. The promotion is billed as Dollar Beer Night, adding an age-restricted concession offer to the soccer match. Supporters should verify purchase limits, identification rules and transportation plans while keeping the competition itself as the center of the evening.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Fantasy Footballers Megalashow Plays The Van Buren Friday</title><itunes:title>Fantasy Footballers Megalashow Plays The Van Buren Friday</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Fantasy Footballers Megalashow is scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, at eight at The Van Buren. The live program brings the fantasy-sports podcast format onto a theater stage as football season approaches. Attendees should verify whether the show includes audience interaction, merchandise or post-show activities and should not confuse entertainment advice with guaranteed fantasy results.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fantasy Footballers Megalashow Plays The Van Buren Friday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Fantasy Footballers Megalashow is scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, at eight at The Van Buren. The live program brings the fantasy-sports podcast format onto a theater stage as football season approaches. Attendees should verify whether the show includes audience interaction, merchandise or post-show activities and should not confuse entertainment advice with guaranteed fantasy results.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fantasy Footballers Megalashow Plays The Van Buren Friday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">22d0d449-0f64-45fa-af50-3e78b952be41</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:52:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/22d0d449-0f64-45fa-af50-3e78b952be41.mp3" length="1286706" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Fantasy Footballers Megalashow is scheduled Friday, August twenty-eighth, at eight at The Van Buren. The live program brings the fantasy-sports podcast format onto a theater stage as football season approaches. Attendees should verify whether the show includes audience interaction, merchandise or post-show activities and should not confuse entertainment advice with guaranteed fantasy results.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Ilaiyaraaja Concert Comes to Arizona Financial Theatre</title><itunes:title>Ilaiyaraaja Concert Comes to Arizona Financial Theatre</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Composer and performer Ilaiyaraaja is scheduled for an eight o&#x27;clock concert Friday, August twenty-eighth, at Arizona Financial Theatre. The program brings a major Indian film-music figure to downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should confirm seating, parking and the venue&#x27;s entry rules before arriving, particularly if they are traveling with a multigenerational group. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Ilaiyaraaja concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ilaiyaraaja Concert Comes to Arizona Financial Theatre — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Composer and performer Ilaiyaraaja is scheduled for an eight o&#x27;clock concert Friday, August twenty-eighth, at Arizona Financial Theatre. The program brings a major Indian film-music figure to downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should confirm seating, parking and the venue&#x27;s entry rules before arriving, particularly if they are traveling with a multigenerational group. Visitors should check the organizer&#x27;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Ilaiyaraaja concert.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ilaiyaraaja Concert Comes to Arizona Financial Theatre — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9ef23832-91fa-4b7a-a234-29306c3fe338</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:51:52 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9ef23832-91fa-4b7a-a234-29306c3fe338.mp3" length="1225263" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Composer and performer Ilaiyaraaja is scheduled for an eight o&apos;clock concert Friday, August twenty-eighth, at Arizona Financial Theatre. The program brings a major Indian film-music figure to downtown Phoenix. Ticket holders should confirm seating, parking and the venue&apos;s entry rules before arriving, particularly if they are traveling with a multigenerational group. Visitors should check the organizer&apos;s current notice for age guidance, weather policies, permitted items and accessibility details that apply to the Ilaiyaraaja concert.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Black Veil Brides Bring Vindicatour to The Van Buren</title><itunes:title>Black Veil Brides Bring Vindicatour to The Van Buren</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Black Veil Brides are scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at six-thirty-five at The Van Buren. The early evening start means ticket holders may arrive while downtown commuter traffic is still clearing. Fans should use the venue&#x27;s current door time, age policy and bag rules instead of relying only on the performance time shown in an event calendar.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Black Veil Brides Bring Vindicatour to The Van Buren — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Black Veil Brides are scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at six-thirty-five at The Van Buren. The early evening start means ticket holders may arrive while downtown commuter traffic is still clearing. Fans should use the venue&#x27;s current door time, age policy and bag rules instead of relying only on the performance time shown in an event calendar.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Black Veil Brides Bring Vindicatour to The Van Buren — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4625dbf0-629f-4526-b059-c5e06acfd641</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:51:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4625dbf0-629f-4526-b059-c5e06acfd641.mp3" length="1059331" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Black Veil Brides are scheduled Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at six-thirty-five at The Van Buren. The early evening start means ticket holders may arrive while downtown commuter traffic is still clearing. Fans should use the venue&apos;s current door time, age policy and bag rules instead of relying only on the performance time shown in an event calendar.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Mercury Host Washington Mystics Thursday</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Mercury Host Washington Mystics Thursday</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Phoenix Mercury are hosting the Washington Mystics Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at seven in the evening at Mortgage Matchup Center. The downtown game will add arena traffic to the evening commute and other scheduled events. Fans should confirm mobile-ticket, bag and parking instructions before reaching the entrance. For fans following the Mercury-Mystics game, the immediate result is only part of the picture; roster decisions, health and the next matchup can change the meaning quickly.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Mercury Host Washington Mystics Thursday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Phoenix Mercury are hosting the Washington Mystics Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at seven in the evening at Mortgage Matchup Center. The downtown game will add arena traffic to the evening commute and other scheduled events. Fans should confirm mobile-ticket, bag and parking instructions before reaching the entrance. For fans following the Mercury-Mystics game, the immediate result is only part of the picture; roster decisions, health and the next matchup can change the meaning quickly.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Mercury Host Washington Mystics Thursday — Downtown Phoenix — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://dtphx.org/events/calendar">https://dtphx.org/events/calendar</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">20869958-15bb-47ec-b044-f9b669c8ae5b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:50:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20869958-15bb-47ec-b044-f9b669c8ae5b.mp3" length="1091928" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Phoenix Mercury are hosting the Washington Mystics Thursday, August twenty-seventh, at seven in the evening at Mortgage Matchup Center. The downtown game will add arena traffic to the evening commute and other scheduled events. Fans should confirm mobile-ticket, bag and parking instructions before reaching the entrance. For fans following the Mercury-Mystics game, the immediate result is only part of the picture; roster decisions, health and the next matchup can change the meaning quickly.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Posts Labor Day Changes for City Services</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Posts Labor Day Changes for City Services</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix has published its city-service schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September seventh. Holiday operations can affect offices, libraries, recreation facilities, transit and waste collection on different timetables. Residents should check the department tied to the service they need rather than assume every city operation follows one closure rule. Watch for follow-up agendas, project pages or service notices that convert Phoenix&#x27;s Labor Day service schedule into a timetable people can use.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Posts Labor Day Changes for City Services — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager-news.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager-news.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix has published its city-service schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September seventh. Holiday operations can affect offices, libraries, recreation facilities, transit and waste collection on different timetables. Residents should check the department tied to the service they need rather than assume every city operation follows one closure rule. Watch for follow-up agendas, project pages or service notices that convert Phoenix&#x27;s Labor Day service schedule into a timetable people can use.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Posts Labor Day Changes for City Services — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager-news.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/city-manager-news.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">88f23722-b7ce-40be-a65c-07bf53260d46</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:49:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/88f23722-b7ce-40be-a65c-07bf53260d46.mp3" length="1173431" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix has published its city-service schedule for Labor Day on Monday, September seventh. Holiday operations can affect offices, libraries, recreation facilities, transit and waste collection on different timetables. Residents should check the department tied to the service they need rather than assume every city operation follows one closure rule. Watch for follow-up agendas, project pages or service notices that convert Phoenix&apos;s Labor Day service schedule into a timetable people can use.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Honors Fallen Firefighter-Paramedic With Street Sign</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Honors Fallen Firefighter-Paramedic With Street Sign</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Fire has unveiled a street sign honoring fallen firefighter-paramedic Miguel &#x27;Chupa&#x27; Herrera Angulo. A permanent sign places his name in the everyday landscape rather than limiting remembrance to one ceremony. The dedication also gives coworkers, relatives and residents a public location connected to his service. Anyone sharing the Miguel Herrera Angulo street-sign dedication should link neighbors back to the organizing agency so later changes do not get lost in reposted summaries.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Honors Fallen Firefighter-Paramedic With Street Sign — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Fire has unveiled a street sign honoring fallen firefighter-paramedic Miguel &#x27;Chupa&#x27; Herrera Angulo. A permanent sign places his name in the everyday landscape rather than limiting remembrance to one ceremony. The dedication also gives coworkers, relatives and residents a public location connected to his service. Anyone sharing the Miguel Herrera Angulo street-sign dedication should link neighbors back to the organizing agency so later changes do not get lost in reposted summaries.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Honors Fallen Firefighter-Paramedic With Street Sign — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d85021b2-e515-46dd-bccf-4fac0275f526</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:48:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d85021b2-e515-46dd-bccf-4fac0275f526.mp3" length="1175950" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Fire has unveiled a street sign honoring fallen firefighter-paramedic Miguel &apos;Chupa&apos; Herrera Angulo. A permanent sign places his name in the everyday landscape rather than limiting remembrance to one ceremony. The dedication also gives coworkers, relatives and residents a public location connected to his service. Anyone sharing the Miguel Herrera Angulo street-sign dedication should link neighbors back to the organizing agency so later changes do not get lost in reposted summaries.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Pinal County Growth Pushes Phoenix Metro Beyond Old Boundaries</title><itunes:title>Pinal County Growth Pushes Phoenix Metro Beyond Old Boundaries</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona&#x27;s population growth is spreading beyond the traditional Phoenix metro core into Pinal County. New housing and development around Queen Creek and other communities are changing where workers live and how far infrastructure must extend. Growth across county lines creates shared questions about roads, water, schools and emergency services that no single city can solve alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Pinal County Growth Pushes Phoenix Metro Beyond Old Boundaries — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-10<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/10/pinal-county-population-boom-transformation">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/10/pinal-county-population-boom-transformation</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona&#x27;s population growth is spreading beyond the traditional Phoenix metro core into Pinal County. New housing and development around Queen Creek and other communities are changing where workers live and how far infrastructure must extend. Growth across county lines creates shared questions about roads, water, schools and emergency services that no single city can solve alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Pinal County Growth Pushes Phoenix Metro Beyond Old Boundaries — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-10<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/10/pinal-county-population-boom-transformation">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/10/pinal-county-population-boom-transformation</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc1def09-c7ed-428d-a001-3f6a701ee0bb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:47:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dc1def09-c7ed-428d-a001-3f6a701ee0bb.mp3" length="1085255" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona&apos;s population growth is spreading beyond the traditional Phoenix metro core into Pinal County. New housing and development around Queen Creek and other communities are changing where workers live and how far infrastructure must extend. Growth across county lines creates shared questions about roads, water, schools and emergency services that no single city can solve alone.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Maricopa County Launches Eviction-Prevention Pilot</title><itunes:title>Maricopa County Launches Eviction-Prevention Pilot</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County has launched an Eviction Prevention Pilot Program offering rental assistance to eligible residents. A prevention program works before displacement becomes final, when payment support or case management may still preserve a tenancy. Applicants should use county instructions to verify income rules, covered arrears, documentation and whether receiving assistance affects an active court case.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Launches Eviction-Prevention Pilot — Maricopa County — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://www.maricopa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3785">https://www.maricopa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3785</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County has launched an Eviction Prevention Pilot Program offering rental assistance to eligible residents. A prevention program works before displacement becomes final, when payment support or case management may still preserve a tenancy. Applicants should use county instructions to verify income rules, covered arrears, documentation and whether receiving assistance affects an active court case.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Launches Eviction-Prevention Pilot — Maricopa County — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://www.maricopa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3785">https://www.maricopa.gov/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=3785</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">80741c41-f660-48cb-b0e4-0f04d1f85484</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:47:15 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/80741c41-f660-48cb-b0e4-0f04d1f85484.mp3" length="1193912" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maricopa County has launched an Eviction Prevention Pilot Program offering rental assistance to eligible residents. A prevention program works before displacement becomes final, when payment support or case management may still preserve a tenancy. Applicants should use county instructions to verify income rules, covered arrears, documentation and whether receiving assistance affects an active court case.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Wins Grant for Water for Shade Project</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Wins Grant for Water for Shade Project</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s Office of Heat Response and Mitigation has won a grant for a project called Water for Shade. The initiative connects two practical heat concerns: establishing shade trees and providing enough water for them to survive desert conditions. The next city information should identify project locations, planting schedules and how long-term irrigation and maintenance will be funded.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Wins Grant for Water for Shade Project — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/heat-news.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/heat-news.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s Office of Heat Response and Mitigation has won a grant for a project called Water for Shade. The initiative connects two practical heat concerns: establishing shade trees and providing enough water for them to survive desert conditions. The next city information should identify project locations, planting schedules and how long-term irrigation and maintenance will be funded.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Wins Grant for Water for Shade Project — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/heat-news.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/heat-news.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">af8d7c7b-8c80-46cc-a1da-1711af1deb24</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:46:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/af8d7c7b-8c80-46cc-a1da-1711af1deb24.mp3" length="1054728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix&apos;s Office of Heat Response and Mitigation has won a grant for a project called Water for Shade. The initiative connects two practical heat concerns: establishing shade trees and providing enough water for them to survive desert conditions. The next city information should identify project locations, planting schedules and how long-term irrigation and maintenance will be funded.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU-Led Project Studies Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health</title><itunes:title>ASU-Led Project Studies Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An ASU-led project is examining psychedelic therapy for mental-health treatment. Research in this area evaluates controlled clinical use under professional supervision, which is different from unsupervised recreational consumption. The study&#x27;s value will come from its methods, participant protections and published results, not from assuming that an experimental approach has already become standard treatment. For patients and caregivers, the psychedelic-therapy research project is most useful when it leads to clear information about eligibility, appointments, costs and where care is actually available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU-Led Project Studies Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus">https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An ASU-led project is examining psychedelic therapy for mental-health treatment. Research in this area evaluates controlled clinical use under professional supervision, which is different from unsupervised recreational consumption. The study&#x27;s value will come from its methods, participant protections and published results, not from assuming that an experimental approach has already become standard treatment. For patients and caregivers, the psychedelic-therapy research project is most useful when it leads to clear information about eligibility, appointments, costs and where care is actually available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU-Led Project Studies Psychedelic Therapy for Mental Health — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus">https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2b43da30-ae73-48fa-b217-8350c5f279cb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:45:42 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2b43da30-ae73-48fa-b217-8350c5f279cb.mp3" length="1183892" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An ASU-led project is examining psychedelic therapy for mental-health treatment. Research in this area evaluates controlled clinical use under professional supervision, which is different from unsupervised recreational consumption. The study&apos;s value will come from its methods, participant protections and published results, not from assuming that an experimental approach has already become standard treatment. For patients and caregivers, the psychedelic-therapy research project is most useful when it leads to clear information about eligibility, appointments, costs and where care is actually available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Newest Class of Sun Devils Arrives Across ASU Campuses</title><itunes:title>Newest Class of Sun Devils Arrives Across ASU Campuses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University&#x27;s newest class has arrived as residence halls, orientation programs and fall services move into full operation. Arrival week affects more than campus housing because thousands of new students begin using transit, dining, advising and technology systems at once. Families should use official campus channels for move-in, parking and schedule questions rather than older instructions shared by previous classes.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Newest Class of Sun Devils Arrives Across ASU Campuses — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus">https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University&#x27;s newest class has arrived as residence halls, orientation programs and fall services move into full operation. Arrival week affects more than campus housing because thousands of new students begin using transit, dining, advising and technology systems at once. Families should use official campus channels for move-in, parking and schedule questions rather than older instructions shared by previous classes.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Newest Class of Sun Devils Arrives Across ASU Campuses — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus">https://news.asu.edu/locations/downtown-phoenix-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4fc7a2a1-fa00-4d6c-90c7-3c3460b8970a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:45:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4fc7a2a1-fa00-4d6c-90c7-3c3460b8970a.mp3" length="1240309" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University&apos;s newest class has arrived as residence halls, orientation programs and fall services move into full operation. Arrival week affects more than campus housing because thousands of new students begin using transit, dining, advising and technology systems at once. Families should use official campus channels for move-in, parking and schedule questions rather than older instructions shared by previous classes.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Researchers Examine Next Generation of Computer Chips</title><itunes:title>ASU Researchers Examine Next Generation of Computer Chips</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>ASU researchers are explaining why the next advance in computer chips may depend on more than making components smaller. Future gains can come from new materials, packaging, specialized processors and better ways to move data between components. The work has local relevance because Arizona is investing heavily in semiconductor research, manufacturing and workforce training.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Researchers Examine Next Generation of Computer Chips — ASU News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/">https://news.asu.edu/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ASU researchers are explaining why the next advance in computer chips may depend on more than making components smaller. Future gains can come from new materials, packaging, specialized processors and better ways to move data between components. The work has local relevance because Arizona is investing heavily in semiconductor research, manufacturing and workforce training.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Researchers Examine Next Generation of Computer Chips — ASU News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/">https://news.asu.edu/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fcd3affe-50c7-4d4e-97d0-3b6bd94e16e5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:44:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fcd3affe-50c7-4d4e-97d0-3b6bd94e16e5.mp3" length="1200188" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>ASU researchers are explaining why the next advance in computer chips may depend on more than making components smaller. Future gains can come from new materials, packaging, specialized processors and better ways to move data between components. The work has local relevance because Arizona is investing heavily in semiconductor research, manufacturing and workforce training.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Launches Scholarship Pipeline for AI Cybersecurity Careers</title><itunes:title>ASU Launches Scholarship Pipeline for AI Cybersecurity Careers</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University has launched a scholarship pipeline aimed at careers combining artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The program is intended to connect financial support with training for a field where employers need both technical skill and judgment about rapidly changing threats. Applicants should review eligibility, service commitments and which degree programs participate before assuming every ASU technology major qualifies.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Launches Scholarship Pipeline for AI Cybersecurity Careers — ASU News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/">https://news.asu.edu/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University has launched a scholarship pipeline aimed at careers combining artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The program is intended to connect financial support with training for a field where employers need both technical skill and judgment about rapidly changing threats. Applicants should review eligibility, service commitments and which degree programs participate before assuming every ASU technology major qualifies.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Launches Scholarship Pipeline for AI Cybersecurity Careers — ASU News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/">https://news.asu.edu/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7cb188ad-a96b-4186-b6dd-7244d855f295</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:43:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7cb188ad-a96b-4186-b6dd-7244d855f295.mp3" length="1306773" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University has launched a scholarship pipeline aimed at careers combining artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. The program is intended to connect financial support with training for a field where employers need both technical skill and judgment about rapidly changing threats. Applicants should review eligibility, service commitments and which degree programs participate before assuming every ASU technology major qualifies.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Center Targets Foreign Threats to U.S. Agriculture</title><itunes:title>ASU Center Targets Foreign Threats to U.S. Agriculture</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University has created a center focused on protecting American agriculture from foreign threats. Agricultural security can include cyberattacks, supply-chain disruption, biological risks and attempts to compromise research or food production. The center&#x27;s practical contribution will depend on partnerships with growers, government agencies and technology experts rather than remaining only an academic label.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Center Targets Foreign Threats to U.S. Agriculture — ASU News — 2026-08-04<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University has created a center focused on protecting American agriculture from foreign threats. Agricultural security can include cyberattacks, supply-chain disruption, biological risks and attempts to compromise research or food production. The center&#x27;s practical contribution will depend on partnerships with growers, government agencies and technology experts rather than remaining only an academic label.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Center Targets Foreign Threats to U.S. Agriculture — ASU News — 2026-08-04<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c65b5c8c-942d-4af3-b2c9-d04e53a8236b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:42:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c65b5c8c-942d-4af3-b2c9-d04e53a8236b.mp3" length="1245325" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University has created a center focused on protecting American agriculture from foreign threats. 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The next project details should establish the facility&#x27;s cost, location, construction schedule and how the gift fits the total budget.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Align Technology Gift Supports ASU Indoor Football Facility — ASU News — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Align Technology has made what Arizona State describes as a transformational gift toward construction of an indoor football practice facility. An indoor space would allow training during extreme heat, storms and poor air-quality periods while giving coaches more control over practice conditions. The next project details should establish the facility&#x27;s cost, location, construction schedule and how the gift fits the total budget.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Align Technology Gift Supports ASU Indoor Football Facility — ASU News — 2026-08-17<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3516902f-be8c-4f65-b1b1-9e5e76e10836</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:41:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3516902f-be8c-4f65-b1b1-9e5e76e10836.mp3" length="1170933" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Align Technology has made what Arizona State describes as a transformational gift toward construction of an indoor football practice facility. An indoor space would allow training during extreme heat, storms and poor air-quality periods while giving coaches more control over practice conditions. The next project details should establish the facility&apos;s cost, location, construction schedule and how the gift fits the total budget.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU America Reads Program Expands Tutoring Connection</title><itunes:title>ASU America Reads Program Expands Tutoring Connection</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>ASU is highlighting America Reads as more than a basic tutoring program. The initiative connects university students with younger learners while giving ASU participants experience in education and community service. Its local value depends on sustained attendance, school partnerships and whether tutors receive enough preparation to support literacy without replacing classroom teachers. For students and families, ASU&#x27;s America Reads program matters most in the way it changes learning, services, schedules or future opportunities.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU America Reads Program Expands Tutoring Connection — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ASU is highlighting America Reads as more than a basic tutoring program. The initiative connects university students with younger learners while giving ASU participants experience in education and community service. Its local value depends on sustained attendance, school partnerships and whether tutors receive enough preparation to support literacy without replacing classroom teachers. For students and families, ASU&#x27;s America Reads program matters most in the way it changes learning, services, schedules or future opportunities.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU America Reads Program Expands Tutoring Connection — ASU News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b6998611-e786-4716-beab-edde0e97b6b1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:40:38 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b6998611-e786-4716-beab-edde0e97b6b1.mp3" length="1279597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>ASU is highlighting America Reads as more than a basic tutoring program. The initiative connects university students with younger learners while giving ASU participants experience in education and community service. Its local value depends on sustained attendance, school partnerships and whether tutors receive enough preparation to support literacy without replacing classroom teachers. For students and families, ASU&apos;s America Reads program matters most in the way it changes learning, services, schedules or future opportunities.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Adds New Fall Learning Options for Students</title><itunes:title>ASU Adds New Fall Learning Options for Students</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is promoting new subjects and learning opportunities available during the fall term. New courses can reflect faculty research, industry demand or interdisciplinary topics that do not fit older department boundaries. Students should check prerequisites, campus location, delivery format and whether a class applies to their degree before changing schedules. Until then, ASU&#x27;s new fall learning options is a concrete development to track, with follow-through more important than the headline alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Adds New Fall Learning Options for Students — ASU News — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is promoting new subjects and learning opportunities available during the fall term. New courses can reflect faculty research, industry demand or interdisciplinary topics that do not fit older department boundaries. Students should check prerequisites, campus location, delivery format and whether a class applies to their degree before changing schedules. Until then, ASU&#x27;s new fall learning options is a concrete development to track, with follow-through more important than the headline alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Adds New Fall Learning Options for Students — ASU News — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a5b05532-85c7-4cb6-9d18-ec6c58c46159</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:39:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a5b05532-85c7-4cb6-9d18-ec6c58c46159.mp3" length="1204776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University is promoting new subjects and learning opportunities available during the fall term. New courses can reflect faculty research, industry demand or interdisciplinary topics that do not fit older department boundaries. Students should check prerequisites, campus location, delivery format and whether a class applies to their degree before changing schedules. Until then, ASU&apos;s new fall learning options is a concrete development to track, with follow-through more important than the headline alone.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Hayden Library Marks 60 Years at Arizona State</title><itunes:title>Hayden Library Marks 60 Years at Arizona State</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is marking sixty years of Hayden Library. The anniversary reflects a building that has moved from primarily print collections into research support, digital resources, collaborative study and public programming. Students can use the milestone to learn which services now operate in Hayden and which specialized collections or technology resources are available elsewhere in the ASU library system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Hayden Library Marks 60 Years at Arizona State — ASU News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is marking sixty years of Hayden Library. The anniversary reflects a building that has moved from primarily print collections into research support, digital resources, collaborative study and public programming. Students can use the milestone to learn which services now operate in Hayden and which specialized collections or technology resources are available elsewhere in the ASU library system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Hayden Library Marks 60 Years at Arizona State — ASU News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ecc66ed6-4a27-417d-b297-cd3c08158322</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:38:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ecc66ed6-4a27-417d-b297-cd3c08158322.mp3" length="1275828" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University is marking sixty years of Hayden Library. The anniversary reflects a building that has moved from primarily print collections into research support, digital resources, collaborative study and public programming. Students can use the milestone to learn which services now operate in Hayden and which specialized collections or technology resources are available elsewhere in the ASU library system.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Report Identifies Careers Expected to Define Next Decade</title><itunes:title>ASU Report Identifies Careers Expected to Define Next Decade</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is highlighting careers expected to shape the next decade as students choose majors and workers consider retraining. The university feature connects emerging occupations with the skills, education and industries driving demand. Readers should compare the broad outlook with local job postings, required credentials and realistic entry routes before changing programs solely because a field is described as fast-growing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Report Identifies Careers Expected to Define Next Decade — ASU News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University is highlighting careers expected to shape the next decade as students choose majors and workers consider retraining. The university feature connects emerging occupations with the skills, education and industries driving demand. Readers should compare the broad outlook with local job postings, required credentials and realistic entry routes before changing programs solely because a field is described as fast-growing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Report Identifies Careers Expected to Define Next Decade — ASU News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news">https://news.asu.edu/saf/university-news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e72d5da2-c3cf-4bc9-900f-76f3c8dea6b6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:38:08 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e72d5da2-c3cf-4bc9-900f-76f3c8dea6b6.mp3" length="1200191" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University is highlighting careers expected to shape the next decade as students choose majors and workers consider retraining. The university feature connects emerging occupations with the skills, education and industries driving demand. Readers should compare the broad outlook with local job postings, required credentials and realistic entry routes before changing programs solely because a field is described as fast-growing.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Enrollment Passes 200,000 Students for First Time</title><itunes:title>ASU Enrollment Passes 200,000 Students for First Time</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University enrolled more than two hundred thousand students during the twenty twenty-five and twenty twenty-six academic year, passing that mark for the first time. The total spans ASU&#x27;s campuses and large online operation. Growth at that scale affects advising, course availability, housing, transportation and technology, making service capacity as important as the headline enrollment number.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Enrollment Passes 200,000 Students for First Time — ASU News — 2026-08-10<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/20260810-university-news-asu-reaches-milestone-enrollment">https://news.asu.edu/20260810-university-news-asu-reaches-milestone-enrollment</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State University enrolled more than two hundred thousand students during the twenty twenty-five and twenty twenty-six academic year, passing that mark for the first time. The total spans ASU&#x27;s campuses and large online operation. Growth at that scale affects advising, course availability, housing, transportation and technology, making service capacity as important as the headline enrollment number.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Enrollment Passes 200,000 Students for First Time — ASU News — 2026-08-10<br><a href="https://news.asu.edu/20260810-university-news-asu-reaches-milestone-enrollment">https://news.asu.edu/20260810-university-news-asu-reaches-milestone-enrollment</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4bd2ce55-2c72-4fb5-9e0c-167c7489b317</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:37:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4bd2ce55-2c72-4fb5-9e0c-167c7489b317.mp3" length="1217739" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University enrolled more than two hundred thousand students during the twenty twenty-five and twenty twenty-six academic year, passing that mark for the first time. The total spans ASU&apos;s campuses and large online operation. Growth at that scale affects advising, course availability, housing, transportation and technology, making service capacity as important as the headline enrollment number.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix-Area Home Sellers Cut Prices Across Most ZIP Codes</title><itunes:title>Phoenix-Area Home Sellers Cut Prices Across Most ZIP Codes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Home sellers listed properties for less than a year earlier in seventy-seven percent of Phoenix-area ZIP codes during July. The broad decline suggests buyers are gaining negotiating room even with mortgage rates still limiting affordability. The change does not mean every neighborhood or property type moved together, so local inventory and days on market remain important.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix-Area Home Sellers Cut Prices Across Most ZIP Codes — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/19/the-phoenix-housing-market-is-cooling-off">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/19/the-phoenix-housing-market-is-cooling-off</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Home sellers listed properties for less than a year earlier in seventy-seven percent of Phoenix-area ZIP codes during July. The broad decline suggests buyers are gaining negotiating room even with mortgage rates still limiting affordability. The change does not mean every neighborhood or property type moved together, so local inventory and days on market remain important.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix-Area Home Sellers Cut Prices Across Most ZIP Codes — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/19/the-phoenix-housing-market-is-cooling-off">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/19/the-phoenix-housing-market-is-cooling-off</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b89120f4-1cfd-47cd-956c-5a22a611433a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:36:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b89120f4-1cfd-47cd-956c-5a22a611433a.mp3" length="1219416" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Home sellers listed properties for less than a year earlier in seventy-seven percent of Phoenix-area ZIP codes during July. 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Diners can review county inspection records for the establishment, violation, corrective action and follow-up status rather than relying on a headline alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Restaurant Inspectors Flag Temperature and Storage Problems — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.live5news.com/video/2026/08/27/warm-chicken-improper-salmon-storage-among-violations-phoenix-area-eateries/">https://www.live5news.com/video/2026/08/27/warm-chicken-improper-salmon-storage-among-violations-phoenix-area-eateries/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County restaurant inspections identified problems including chicken held at unsafe temperatures and improper salmon storage at Phoenix-area eateries. Inspection findings document conditions observed during a visit, while restaurants may correct violations before a later check. Diners can review county inspection records for the establishment, violation, corrective action and follow-up status rather than relying on a headline alone.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Restaurant Inspectors Flag Temperature and Storage Problems — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.live5news.com/video/2026/08/27/warm-chicken-improper-salmon-storage-among-violations-phoenix-area-eateries/">https://www.live5news.com/video/2026/08/27/warm-chicken-improper-salmon-storage-among-violations-phoenix-area-eateries/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b66fe905-e396-47ac-9820-804a083065cb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:35:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b66fe905-e396-47ac-9820-804a083065cb.mp3" length="1168843" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maricopa County restaurant inspections identified problems including chicken held at unsafe temperatures and improper salmon storage at Phoenix-area eateries. 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Customers may see no immediate operational change, while tenants will watch how the new ownership handles leasing, maintenance and future investment.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Union Street at Norterra Retail Center Changes Ownership — Real Estate Daily News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://realestatedaily-news.com/retail-in-phoenix-newly-built-union-street-at-norterra-mixed-use-center-sells/">https://realestatedaily-news.com/retail-in-phoenix-newly-built-union-street-at-norterra-mixed-use-center-sells/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The newly built Union Street at Norterra retail center in north Phoenix has been sold in a transaction handled by Phoenix Commercial Advisors. The multi-tenant property is part of the larger Norterra mixed-use area. Customers may see no immediate operational change, while tenants will watch how the new ownership handles leasing, maintenance and future investment.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Union Street at Norterra Retail Center Changes Ownership — Real Estate Daily News — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://realestatedaily-news.com/retail-in-phoenix-newly-built-union-street-at-norterra-mixed-use-center-sells/">https://realestatedaily-news.com/retail-in-phoenix-newly-built-union-street-at-norterra-mixed-use-center-sells/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e675fe52-cd0d-4a27-b115-89f80b09ae9d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:34:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e675fe52-cd0d-4a27-b115-89f80b09ae9d.mp3" length="1072710" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The newly built Union Street at Norterra retail center in north Phoenix has been sold in a transaction handled by Phoenix Commercial Advisors. 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The nonprofit also organizes Phoenix&#x27;s annual Veterans Day Parade, giving the collection a direct connection to its broader ceremonial work.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Valley Stores Collect Tattered Flags for Respectful Retirement — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-27<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/honoring-americas-veterans-and-spencers-collecting-tattered-flags-to-be-retired">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/honoring-americas-veterans-and-spencers-collecting-tattered-flags-to-be-retired</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Honoring America&#x27;s Veterans and Spencer&#x27;s TV and Appliance are collecting damaged American flags for respectful retirement through August thirty-first. Residents can leave old flags at participating Spencer&#x27;s locations instead of discarding them in household trash. 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Residents can leave old flags at participating Spencer&apos;s locations instead of discarding them in household trash. The nonprofit also organizes Phoenix&apos;s annual Veterans Day Parade, giving the collection a direct connection to its broader ceremonial work.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Eduardo Rodriguez Leads Diamondbacks to Shutout of Cubs</title><itunes:title>Eduardo Rodriguez Leads Diamondbacks to Shutout of Cubs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven scoreless innings as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs two to nothing. He allowed two hits, struck out nine and extended his scoreless streak to seventeen and two-thirds innings. 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Jordan Lawlar homered, Ryan Waldschmidt added a sacrifice fly and Juan Morillo completed the shutout for Arizona&#x27;s fifth win in seven games.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Eduardo Rodriguez Leads Diamondbacks to Shutout of Cubs — Reuters — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/eduardo-rodriguez-helps-diamondbacks-blank-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/eduardo-rodriguez-helps-diamondbacks-blank-cubs--flm-2026-08-26/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">51b43dd6-4fb7-48f7-8fd4-01170b143fa3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:32:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/51b43dd6-4fb7-48f7-8fd4-01170b143fa3.mp3" length="1175527" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Eduardo Rodriguez pitched seven scoreless innings as the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Chicago Cubs two to nothing. He allowed two hits, struck out nine and extended his scoreless streak to seventeen and two-thirds innings. Jordan Lawlar homered, Ryan Waldschmidt added a sacrifice fly and Juan Morillo completed the shutout for Arizona&apos;s fifth win in seven games.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Plans Contract Extension for Women&apos;s Basketball Coach Molly Miller</title><itunes:title>ASU Plans Contract Extension for Women&apos;s Basketball Coach Molly Miller</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State plans to extend women&#x27;s basketball coach Molly Miller after her first season produced a twenty-four-and-eleven record and an NCAA tournament appearance. Public documents call for another contract year, a higher salary and increased performance bonuses. The Arizona Board of Regents is expected to vote before the extension becomes final. Decision-makers considering Molly Miller&#x27;s proposed extension can weigh competitive results alongside recruiting, player development and the program&#x27;s longer-term direction.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Plans Contract Extension for Women&#x27;s Basketball Coach Molly Miller — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/26/asu-womens-basketball-coach-molly-miller">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/26/asu-womens-basketball-coach-molly-miller</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona State plans to extend women&#x27;s basketball coach Molly Miller after her first season produced a twenty-four-and-eleven record and an NCAA tournament appearance. Public documents call for another contract year, a higher salary and increased performance bonuses. The Arizona Board of Regents is expected to vote before the extension becomes final. Decision-makers considering Molly Miller&#x27;s proposed extension can weigh competitive results alongside recruiting, player development and the program&#x27;s longer-term direction.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Plans Contract Extension for Women&#x27;s Basketball Coach Molly Miller — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/26/asu-womens-basketball-coach-molly-miller">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/26/asu-womens-basketball-coach-molly-miller</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">61a4632b-679f-4058-b5a5-fc96c258fee1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:32:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/61a4632b-679f-4058-b5a5-fc96c258fee1.mp3" length="1262059" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State plans to extend women&apos;s basketball coach Molly Miller after her first season produced a twenty-four-and-eleven record and an NCAA tournament appearance. Public documents call for another contract year, a higher salary and increased performance bonuses. The Arizona Board of Regents is expected to vote before the extension becomes final. Decision-makers considering Molly Miller&apos;s proposed extension can weigh competitive results alongside recruiting, player development and the program&apos;s longer-term direction.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Hockey Player Hospitalized After Outdoor Workout Collapse</title><itunes:title>ASU Hockey Player Hospitalized After Outdoor Workout Collapse</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona State University hockey player remains hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor team workout at Sun Angel Stadium. Tempe emergency crews responded to a heat-related illness call during a period of extreme temperatures. ASU says it is supporting the athlete and family while reviewing the circumstances surrounding the workout. A review of the ASU hockey player&#x27;s hospitalization should examine conditions at Sun Angel Stadium, supervision, emergency response and the safeguards used during outdoor training.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Hockey Player Hospitalized After Outdoor Workout Collapse — Arizona State University and Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/asu-athlete-hospitalized-collapsing-during-193924255.html">https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/asu-athlete-hospitalized-collapsing-during-193924255.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona State University hockey player remains hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor team workout at Sun Angel Stadium. Tempe emergency crews responded to a heat-related illness call during a period of extreme temperatures. ASU says it is supporting the athlete and family while reviewing the circumstances surrounding the workout. A review of the ASU hockey player&#x27;s hospitalization should examine conditions at Sun Angel Stadium, supervision, emergency response and the safeguards used during outdoor training.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Hockey Player Hospitalized After Outdoor Workout Collapse — Arizona State University and Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/asu-athlete-hospitalized-collapsing-during-193924255.html">https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/asu-athlete-hospitalized-collapsing-during-193924255.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1647fd78-5bcd-473d-be25-cf0f4947ae3c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:31:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1647fd78-5bcd-473d-be25-cf0f4947ae3c.mp3" length="1152127" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona State University hockey player remains hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor team workout at Sun Angel Stadium. Tempe emergency crews responded to a heat-related illness call during a period of extreme temperatures. ASU says it is supporting the athlete and family while reviewing the circumstances surrounding the workout. A review of the ASU hockey player&apos;s hospitalization should examine conditions at Sun Angel Stadium, supervision, emergency response and the safeguards used during outdoor training.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>West Phoenix Crash Kills One and Leaves Another Critically Hurt</title><itunes:title>West Phoenix Crash Kills One and Leaves Another Critically Hurt</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>One person died and another was left in critical condition after a west Phoenix crash near Fifty-Fifth Avenue and Van Buren Street. The collision was reported around two-thirty Wednesday afternoon. Investigators must still establish the sequence of vehicles, contributing factors and whether any citation or criminal charge is supported by the evidence. Authorities are still the source for confirmed details about the west Phoenix fatal crash, and early accounts can change as investigators review records, video and witness statements.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>West Phoenix Crash Kills One and Leaves Another Critically Hurt — 12News — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>One person died and another was left in critical condition after a west Phoenix crash near Fifty-Fifth Avenue and Van Buren Street. The collision was reported around two-thirty Wednesday afternoon. Investigators must still establish the sequence of vehicles, contributing factors and whether any citation or criminal charge is supported by the evidence. Authorities are still the source for confirmed details about the west Phoenix fatal crash, and early accounts can change as investigators review records, video and witness statements.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>West Phoenix Crash Kills One and Leaves Another Critically Hurt — 12News — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aaab4f97-e879-42c3-b141-5197b0f62dd5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Thu, 27 Aug 2026 06:30:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aaab4f97-e879-42c3-b141-5197b0f62dd5.mp3" length="1108661" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>One person died and another was left in critical condition after a west Phoenix crash near Fifty-Fifth Avenue and Van Buren Street. The collision was reported around two-thirty Wednesday afternoon. Investigators must still establish the sequence of vehicles, contributing factors and whether any citation or criminal charge is supported by the evidence. Authorities are still the source for confirmed details about the west Phoenix fatal crash, and early accounts can change as investigators review records, video and witness statements.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Rent Remains Below National Average but Keeps Climbing</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Rent Remains Below National Average but Keeps Climbing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix rents remain below the national average, but Zillow data cited in local reporting says a Valley household needs roughly sixty-nine thousand one hundred dollars a year to afford a typical rental. That income requirement shows why relative affordability can be misleading. Phoenix may cost less than some coastal markets while still stretching workers whose wages have not risen as fast as housing expenses.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rent Remains Below National Average but Keeps Climbing — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix rents remain below the national average, but Zillow data cited in local reporting says a Valley household needs roughly sixty-nine thousand one hundred dollars a year to afford a typical rental. That income requirement shows why relative affordability can be misleading. Phoenix may cost less than some coastal markets while still stretching workers whose wages have not risen as fast as housing expenses.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rent Remains Below National Average but Keeps Climbing — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8552fb55-4ae7-4720-ae45-184f16d2e275</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:41:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8552fb55-4ae7-4720-ae45-184f16d2e275.mp3" length="1012112" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix rents remain below the national average, but Zillow data cited in local reporting says a Valley household needs roughly sixty-nine thousand one hundred dollars a year to afford a typical rental. 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Repeated days above 110 can turn dehydration and chronic medical problems into emergencies.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Shelter Sees Summer Heat Demand Surge — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix nonprofit shelter says more people are coming through its doors as extreme summer heat makes living outside increasingly dangerous. Heat changes shelter demand because even people who normally avoid congregate settings may need an indoor place during the hottest hours. Repeated days above 110 can turn dehydration and chronic medical problems into emergencies.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Shelter Sees Summer Heat Demand Surge — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">03378f1c-9fa6-4dc4-bf8d-470dff2128c1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:40:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/03378f1c-9fa6-4dc4-bf8d-470dff2128c1.mp3" length="1142498" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix nonprofit shelter says more people are coming through its doors as extreme summer heat makes living outside increasingly dangerous. 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Juvenile and young defendants can face very different outcomes depending on the charge and whether the case is handled in adult court.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Teen Gets 14 Years in Fatal Scooter-Rider Shooting — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after a confrontation near a downtown intersection ended with scooter rider Porfirio Medina shot and killed. The sentence brings the criminal case into its punishment phase after the facts were resolved through the court process. Juvenile and young defendants can face very different outcomes depending on the charge and whether the case is handled in adult court.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Teen Gets 14 Years in Fatal Scooter-Rider Shooting — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7ca4525a-47c3-46a2-a4d9-18d22a44a252</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:40:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7ca4525a-47c3-46a2-a4d9-18d22a44a252.mp3" length="1078145" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after a confrontation near a downtown intersection ended with scooter rider Porfirio Medina shot and killed. 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According to the case, the business claimed payroll expenses despite having no employees, allowing the defendant to qualify for pandemic-era money intended to keep real workers attached to their jobs.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Man Sentenced in Million-Dollar PPP Fraud — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix man has been sentenced to federal prison after prosecutors said he used false payroll claims to obtain more than a million dollars through the Paycheck Protection Program. 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Rain can provide short-term cooling, but the first hazard may be wind and blowing dust as thunderstorm outflows move across dry parts of the Valley before precipitation arrives.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rain Chances Rise Heading Into Weekend — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Monsoon moisture is expected to increase later in the week, raising Phoenix rain chances after a punishing stretch of record and near-record heat. 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Rain can provide short-term cooling, but the first hazard may be wind and blowing dust as thunderstorm outflows move across dry parts of the Valley before precipitation arrives.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>School Consolidations Shift Traffic at Phoenix Campuses</title><itunes:title>School Consolidations Shift Traffic at Phoenix Campuses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>School consolidations are concentrating more students, buses and parent vehicles around some remaining Phoenix-area campuses, changing traffic patterns that families may have used for years. When a school closes, transportation demand does not disappear. 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It shifts to another campus, often adding longer bus routes and more cars to streets that were designed for a smaller enrollment.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>School Consolidations Shift Traffic at Phoenix Campuses — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bcdf2cc3-294a-4511-8d48-f8a7da5dda14</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:38:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bcdf2cc3-294a-4511-8d48-f8a7da5dda14.mp3" length="1091099" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>School consolidations are concentrating more students, buses and parent vehicles around some remaining Phoenix-area campuses, changing traffic patterns that families may have used for years. 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Antitrust rules focus on agreements that can reduce competition, limit consumer choice or influence how businesses reach customers.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona AG Says Zillow and Redfin Must Pay $2 Million — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/">https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona’s attorney general says Zillow and Redfin must pay two million dollars and end an alleged agreement affecting apartment listings, resolving an antitrust dispute involving two major online real-estate platforms. The concern was not simply that the companies compete online. Antitrust rules focus on agreements that can reduce competition, limit consumer choice or influence how businesses reach customers.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona AG Says Zillow and Redfin Must Pay $2 Million — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/">https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">386e52be-8dce-4e56-b7fe-e583b5633b7a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:37:11 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/386e52be-8dce-4e56-b7fe-e583b5633b7a.mp3" length="1175525" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona’s attorney general says Zillow and Redfin must pay two million dollars and end an alleged agreement affecting apartment listings, resolving an antitrust dispute involving two major online real-estate platforms. 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Phoenix Right Now has the specific local details, timing and people involved in this evening update.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Girl Collects Nearly 30,000 Diapers for Families — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/">https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A 12-year-old Phoenix-area girl has collected nearly 30,000 diapers through an annual donation effort supporting local families with babies and toddlers. Diapers are a persistent need because federal food-assistance programs generally do not cover them, and infants can use thousands during the years before toilet training. Phoenix Right Now has the specific local details, timing and people involved in this evening update.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Girl Collects Nearly 30,000 Diapers for Families — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/">https://www.azfamily.com/authors/az-family/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bfbd436f-831a-45bc-b057-7899f24b7612</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:36:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bfbd436f-831a-45bc-b057-7899f24b7612.mp3" length="1134568" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A 12-year-old Phoenix-area girl has collected nearly 30,000 diapers through an annual donation effort supporting local families with babies and toddlers. 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Reduced airflow can hurt performance and fuel economy if the filter is already near the end of its service life.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Dust-Storm Cleanup Can Damage Vehicle Components — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After another Valley dust storm, mechanics are warning drivers not to treat the cleanup as only a cosmetic job because fine desert dust can work its way into filters and other vehicle components. Air filters are designed to capture particles before they reach the engine, but a heavy dust event can load a filter quickly. Reduced airflow can hurt performance and fuel economy if the filter is already near the end of its service life.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Dust-Storm Cleanup Can Damage Vehicle Components — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f37ac372-fb1c-44a6-a8ae-6636ecbcc242</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:35:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f37ac372-fb1c-44a6-a8ae-6636ecbcc242.mp3" length="1044699" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>After another Valley dust storm, mechanics are warning drivers not to treat the cleanup as only a cosmetic job because fine desert dust can work its way into filters and other vehicle components. 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The participating teams will not be known until the college football season and playoff bracket develop, so buyers are purchasing access to the event rather than a guaranteed matchup.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fiesta Bowl Playoff Quarterfinal Tickets Go on Sale — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, which will serve as a College Football Playoff quarterfinal and bring another national postseason game to the Valley. The participating teams will not be known until the college football season and playoff bracket develop, so buyers are purchasing access to the event rather than a guaranteed matchup.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fiesta Bowl Playoff Quarterfinal Tickets Go on Sale — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">903bea50-3db7-4ff6-9519-3f7219b23c7c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:34:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/903bea50-3db7-4ff6-9519-3f7219b23c7c.mp3" length="1060584" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tickets are on sale for the 2026 Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, which will serve as a College Football Playoff quarterfinal and bring another national postseason game to the Valley. 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That is a difficult balance because a message must be brief enough to read at freeway speed.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ADOT Safety Message Contest Down to 10 Finalists — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona’s highway-safety message contest is down to ten finalists, and drivers can vote on which short safety lines eventually appear on freeway message boards. The contest is meant to make familiar safety advice memorable without distracting motorists. That is a difficult balance because a message must be brief enough to read at freeway speed.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ADOT Safety Message Contest Down to 10 Finalists — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dded16b9-f8d4-4a32-8306-b79cccfe9b53</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:33:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dded16b9-f8d4-4a32-8306-b79cccfe9b53.mp3" length="1055566" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona’s highway-safety message contest is down to ten finalists, and drivers can vote on which short safety lines eventually appear on freeway message boards. The contest is meant to make familiar safety advice memorable without distracting motorists. That is a difficult balance because a message must be brief enough to read at freeway speed.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Voters Face Eight Statewide Ballot Propositions</title><itunes:title>Arizona Voters Face Eight Statewide Ballot Propositions</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona voters are heading toward an election with eight statewide ballot propositions covering subjects that include voter identification, food taxes, photo radar and school-related policy. Ballot propositions can change the state constitution or statutes directly, which makes the wording important. A short campaign slogan often leaves out exceptions, implementation details or legal effects contained in the actual measure.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Voters Face Eight Statewide Ballot Propositions — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/25/statewide-ballot-measures-propositions-arizona-election-2026-">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/25/statewide-ballot-measures-propositions-arizona-election-2026-</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona voters are heading toward an election with eight statewide ballot propositions covering subjects that include voter identification, food taxes, photo radar and school-related policy. Ballot propositions can change the state constitution or statutes directly, which makes the wording important. A short campaign slogan often leaves out exceptions, implementation details or legal effects contained in the actual measure.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Voters Face Eight Statewide Ballot Propositions — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/25/statewide-ballot-measures-propositions-arizona-election-2026-">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/25/statewide-ballot-measures-propositions-arizona-election-2026-</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e3ce5f5d-a59c-4f4c-a6d7-d70be6d268bc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:33:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e3ce5f5d-a59c-4f4c-a6d7-d70be6d268bc.mp3" length="1149613" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona voters are heading toward an election with eight statewide ballot propositions covering subjects that include voter identification, food taxes, photo radar and school-related policy. 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The project still needs route decisions, environmental work, engineering and a reliable source of capital before tracks can be built.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>West Phoenix Light Rail Extension Planning Returns — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix and Valley Metro have revived planning for a west-side light-rail extension that would push rail service farther toward Maryvale and neighborhoods that have waited years for a stronger transit connection. Planning is not the same as funded construction. The project still needs route decisions, environmental work, engineering and a reliable source of capital before tracks can be built.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>West Phoenix Light Rail Extension Planning Returns — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">29a9fb63-cf17-4dd3-88ff-cd6b477119ee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:32:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/29a9fb63-cf17-4dd3-88ff-cd6b477119ee.mp3" length="1078137" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix and Valley Metro have revived planning for a west-side light-rail extension that would push rail service farther toward Maryvale and neighborhoods that have waited years for a stronger transit connection. 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The river supplies cities, tribes, farms and industries across the Southwest, and Arizona is especially exposed to shortage rules because of how its water rights are structured within the basin.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Water Users Watch Colorado River Lawsuit — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona water users are watching a new legal fight over the Colorado River after Nevada challenged the finalized two-year management plan for the shrinking system. The river supplies cities, tribes, farms and industries across the Southwest, and Arizona is especially exposed to shortage rules because of how its water rights are structured within the basin.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Water Users Watch Colorado River Lawsuit — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">20f2ca67-4119-4011-b792-547a0295ebba</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:31:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20f2ca67-4119-4011-b792-547a0295ebba.mp3" length="1049714" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona water users are watching a new legal fight over the Colorado River after Nevada challenged the finalized two-year management plan for the shrinking system. 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It determines whether defendants remain in custody while the case proceeds and can include electronic monitoring, travel restrictions or orders limiting contact with people involved in the case.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Former Phoenix Officers Bond Out in Traffic-Stop Case — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The two former Phoenix police officers charged over an allegedly violent, undocumented traffic stop have bonded out of jail under court-imposed release conditions. Bond does not resolve the charges. It determines whether defendants remain in custody while the case proceeds and can include electronic monitoring, travel restrictions or orders limiting contact with people involved in the case.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Former Phoenix Officers Bond Out in Traffic-Stop Case — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bd0c5bbd-8adf-4dfb-96dc-c9b6a57f66d6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bd0c5bbd-8adf-4dfb-96dc-c9b6a57f66d6.mp3" length="1115339" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The two former Phoenix police officers charged over an allegedly violent, undocumented traffic stop have bonded out of jail under court-imposed release conditions. Bond does not resolve the charges. It determines whether defendants remain in custody while the case proceeds and can include electronic monitoring, travel restrictions or orders limiting contact with people involved in the case.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tonopah High School Football Season Canceled</title><itunes:title>Tonopah High School Football Season Canceled</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tonopah Valley High School has canceled its football season, an unusual step that leaves players without a normal fall schedule and affects opponents that had the team on their calendars. Small programs can become unsustainable when roster numbers fall too low to practice safely or field enough players at key positions. Football requires more depth than many sports because injuries and specialized roles are built into the game.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tonopah High School Football Season Canceled — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tonopah Valley High School has canceled its football season, an unusual step that leaves players without a normal fall schedule and affects opponents that had the team on their calendars. Small programs can become unsustainable when roster numbers fall too low to practice safely or field enough players at key positions. Football requires more depth than many sports because injuries and specialized roles are built into the game.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tonopah High School Football Season Canceled — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fbeb962e-5765-4531-952c-28a3385f5e0b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:30:12 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fbeb962e-5765-4531-952c-28a3385f5e0b.mp3" length="1162141" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tonopah Valley High School has canceled its football season, an unusual step that leaves players without a normal fall schedule and affects opponents that had the team on their calendars. Small programs can become unsustainable when roster numbers fall too low to practice safely or field enough players at key positions. Football requires more depth than many sports because injuries and specialized roles are built into the game.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chandler Utility Rate Debate Focuses on Household Costs</title><itunes:title>Chandler Utility Rate Debate Focuses on Household Costs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Chandler residents are watching a utility-rate discussion that could change what households pay for city services, putting water and other essential costs into the local budget debate. Utility rates are designed to cover system operations, maintenance and long-term infrastructure. Holding rates artificially low can postpone needed work, while sharp increases can strain household budgets.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chandler Utility Rate Debate Focuses on Household Costs — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chandler residents are watching a utility-rate discussion that could change what households pay for city services, putting water and other essential costs into the local budget debate. Utility rates are designed to cover system operations, maintenance and long-term infrastructure. Holding rates artificially low can postpone needed work, while sharp increases can strain household budgets.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chandler Utility Rate Debate Focuses on Household Costs — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f1f7b9e6-ec02-4348-87e1-35b6cfa384b5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:29:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f1f7b9e6-ec02-4348-87e1-35b6cfa384b5.mp3" length="1158390" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Chandler residents are watching a utility-rate discussion that could change what households pay for city services, putting water and other essential costs into the local budget debate. Utility rates are designed to cover system operations, maintenance and long-term infrastructure. Holding rates artificially low can postpone needed work, while sharp increases can strain household budgets.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>El Niño Could Shape Arizona Snowbowl Season</title><itunes:title>El Niño Could Shape Arizona Snowbowl Season</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Forecasters are watching El Niño conditions as Arizona Snowbowl and other high-country recreation businesses look ahead to the winter season. El Niño can shift storm tracks and increase precipitation chances in parts of the Southwest, but it does not guarantee deep snow at one mountain. Elevation, temperature and the timing of individual storms still matter.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>El Niño Could Shape Arizona Snowbowl Season — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Forecasters are watching El Niño conditions as Arizona Snowbowl and other high-country recreation businesses look ahead to the winter season. El Niño can shift storm tracks and increase precipitation chances in parts of the Southwest, but it does not guarantee deep snow at one mountain. Elevation, temperature and the timing of individual storms still matter.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>El Niño Could Shape Arizona Snowbowl Season — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">94f98403-e19a-48a8-9a4e-55131bb69d86</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:28:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/94f98403-e19a-48a8-9a4e-55131bb69d86.mp3" length="1151319" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Forecasters are watching El Niño conditions as Arizona Snowbowl and other high-country recreation businesses look ahead to the winter season. El Niño can shift storm tracks and increase precipitation chances in parts of the Southwest, but it does not guarantee deep snow at one mountain. Elevation, temperature and the timing of individual storms still matter.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Heat Relief Network Faces Funding Pressure</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Heat Relief Network Faces Funding Pressure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Organizations in the Phoenix Heat Relief Network are facing funding pressure while demand for water, cooling space and outreach remains high during another dangerous summer. Heat relief is labor-intensive because supplies have to be purchased, stored and distributed at the same time outreach teams are trying to find people most at risk outdoors.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Heat Relief Network Faces Funding Pressure — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Organizations in the Phoenix Heat Relief Network are facing funding pressure while demand for water, cooling space and outreach remains high during another dangerous summer. Heat relief is labor-intensive because supplies have to be purchased, stored and distributed at the same time outreach teams are trying to find people most at risk outdoors.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Heat Relief Network Faces Funding Pressure — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">82f1c20a-f7c0-4eda-b188-26dca699084b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:27:51 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/82f1c20a-f7c0-4eda-b188-26dca699084b.mp3" length="1120769" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Organizations in the Phoenix Heat Relief Network are facing funding pressure while demand for water, cooling space and outreach remains high during another dangerous summer. Heat relief is labor-intensive because supplies have to be purchased, stored and distributed at the same time outreach teams are trying to find people most at risk outdoors.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Vestar Plans New Investment at Desert Ridge</title><itunes:title>Vestar Plans New Investment at Desert Ridge</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Vestar is planning new investment at Desert Ridge in north Phoenix, continuing the evolution of one of the Valley’s largest shopping and entertainment districts. Older retail centers increasingly rely on restaurants, entertainment, fitness and events because traditional shopping alone is not enough to drive traffic throughout the week. Phoenix Right Now has the specific local details, timing and people involved in this evening update.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar Plans New Investment at Desert Ridge — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Vestar is planning new investment at Desert Ridge in north Phoenix, continuing the evolution of one of the Valley’s largest shopping and entertainment districts. Older retail centers increasingly rely on restaurants, entertainment, fitness and events because traditional shopping alone is not enough to drive traffic throughout the week. Phoenix Right Now has the specific local details, timing and people involved in this evening update.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar Plans New Investment at Desert Ridge — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ec8026c0-83f8-4b6b-94d6-63d3a8b35755</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:27:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ec8026c0-83f8-4b6b-94d6-63d3a8b35755.mp3" length="1128285" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Vestar is planning new investment at Desert Ridge in north Phoenix, continuing the evolution of one of the Valley’s largest shopping and entertainment districts. Older retail centers increasingly rely on restaurants, entertainment, fitness and events because traditional shopping alone is not enough to drive traffic throughout the week. Phoenix Right Now has the specific local details, timing and people involved in this evening update.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Three More Aldi Stores Planned for the Phoenix Area</title><itunes:title>Three More Aldi Stores Planned for the Phoenix Area</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Aldi is planning three more stores in the Phoenix market, extending the discount grocer’s rapid Arizona expansion and adding new competition for established supermarket chains. Aldi uses smaller stores, a limited assortment and a heavy share of private-label products to keep operating costs down. That model lets the company compete strongly on price without carrying every brand found in a full-size supermarket.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Three More Aldi Stores Planned for the Phoenix Area — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Aldi is planning three more stores in the Phoenix market, extending the discount grocer’s rapid Arizona expansion and adding new competition for established supermarket chains. Aldi uses smaller stores, a limited assortment and a heavy share of private-label products to keep operating costs down. That model lets the company compete strongly on price without carrying every brand found in a full-size supermarket.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Three More Aldi Stores Planned for the Phoenix Area — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">763843f4-b2be-4211-adc1-a144d555e778</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:26:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/763843f4-b2be-4211-adc1-a144d555e778.mp3" length="1134145" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Aldi is planning three more stores in the Phoenix market, extending the discount grocer’s rapid Arizona expansion and adding new competition for established supermarket chains. Aldi uses smaller stores, a limited assortment and a heavy share of private-label products to keep operating costs down. That model lets the company compete strongly on price without carrying every brand found in a full-size supermarket.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Empty School Campuses Create New Questions Across Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Empty School Campuses Create New Questions Across Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>School consolidations are leaving empty campuses around parts of the Phoenix area, forcing districts to decide what to do with buildings that were designed for hundreds of students but no longer have regular classes. Vacant schools still cost money. Districts have to secure buildings, maintain roofs and air-conditioning systems, control weeds and prevent vandalism even when no students are inside.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Empty School Campuses Create New Questions Across Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>School consolidations are leaving empty campuses around parts of the Phoenix area, forcing districts to decide what to do with buildings that were designed for hundreds of students but no longer have regular classes. Vacant schools still cost money. Districts have to secure buildings, maintain roofs and air-conditioning systems, control weeds and prevent vandalism even when no students are inside.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Empty School Campuses Create New Questions Across Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">968d9271-ee56-4b67-b285-229a68f895a4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:25:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/968d9271-ee56-4b67-b285-229a68f895a4.mp3" length="1122866" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>School consolidations are leaving empty campuses around parts of the Phoenix area, forcing districts to decide what to do with buildings that were designed for hundreds of students but no longer have regular classes. Vacant schools still cost money. Districts have to secure buildings, maintain roofs and air-conditioning systems, control weeds and prevent vandalism even when no students are inside.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Officer Sued Over 2023 Crash</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Officer Sued Over 2023 Crash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix police officer is facing a lawsuit connected to a 2023 crash, bringing a civil claim years after the underlying traffic incident. Civil lawsuits ask a different question from criminal cases. The plaintiff is seeking compensation and must prove liability under civil standards, while a lawsuit filing by itself does not establish that the officer or city is legally responsible.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Officer Sued Over 2023 Crash — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix police officer is facing a lawsuit connected to a 2023 crash, bringing a civil claim years after the underlying traffic incident. Civil lawsuits ask a different question from criminal cases. The plaintiff is seeking compensation and must prove liability under civil standards, while a lawsuit filing by itself does not establish that the officer or city is legally responsible.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Officer Sued Over 2023 Crash — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eeb90bf1-1c5a-45a4-aac1-e84fcf2dc6d1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:24:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eeb90bf1-1c5a-45a4-aac1-e84fcf2dc6d1.mp3" length="1138309" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix police officer is facing a lawsuit connected to a 2023 crash, bringing a civil claim years after the underlying traffic incident. 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Bystander action can keep blood moving during those first critical minutes.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mesa Sixth Grader Wins Super Bowl Tickets for CPR Skills — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Mesa sixth grader has won Super Bowl tickets after being recognized for CPR knowledge, turning a school-age safety lesson into a national sports reward. CPR training matters because cardiac arrest can happen anywhere and survival falls quickly when nobody starts chest compressions before paramedics arrive. Bystander action can keep blood moving during those first critical minutes.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mesa Sixth Grader Wins Super Bowl Tickets for CPR Skills — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">62c6cef6-8fbe-459b-8f1b-029e114b2565</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:24:04 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/62c6cef6-8fbe-459b-8f1b-029e114b2565.mp3" length="1122865" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Mesa sixth grader has won Super Bowl tickets after being recognized for CPR knowledge, turning a school-age safety lesson into a national sports reward. CPR training matters because cardiac arrest can happen anywhere and survival falls quickly when nobody starts chest compressions before paramedics arrive. Bystander action can keep blood moving during those first critical minutes.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>VAI Resort Takes Ownership of Mattel Adventure Park Project</title><itunes:title>VAI Resort Takes Ownership of Mattel Adventure Park Project</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The developer behind VAI Resort has taken ownership of the Mattel Adventure Park project in Glendale, changing the business structure behind one of the Valley’s most closely watched entertainment developments. The attraction is planned around Mattel brands and is tied to the larger resort district near State Farm Stadium and Westgate. Ownership changes matter because they can affect financing, construction schedules and who carries the risk if costs rise.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>VAI Resort Takes Ownership of Mattel Adventure Park Project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The developer behind VAI Resort has taken ownership of the Mattel Adventure Park project in Glendale, changing the business structure behind one of the Valley’s most closely watched entertainment developments. The attraction is planned around Mattel brands and is tied to the larger resort district near State Farm Stadium and Westgate. Ownership changes matter because they can affect financing, construction schedules and who carries the risk if costs rise.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>VAI Resort Takes Ownership of Mattel Adventure Park Project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">56176aed-c05a-43b3-b52a-6fdc18dbf157</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:23:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/56176aed-c05a-43b3-b52a-6fdc18dbf157.mp3" length="1094029" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The developer behind VAI Resort has taken ownership of the Mattel Adventure Park project in Glendale, changing the business structure behind one of the Valley’s most closely watched entertainment developments. 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That makes exposure time as important as the forecast high.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Gilbert Schools Add Cooling Measures During Extreme Heat — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gilbert schools are adjusting outdoor routines and cooling measures as extreme heat continues across the Valley during the opening weeks of the school year. Playgrounds, athletic fields and bus-loading zones can become much hotter than the official air temperature because asphalt and artificial surfaces absorb sunlight. 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A rent that looks moderate compared with Los Angeles or San Diego can still consume too much of a Valley worker’s paycheck if wages have not kept pace.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Housing Pressure Keeps Affordability in Focus — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix housing costs remain a central concern for renters and buyers even as the market has cooled from the fastest growth years earlier in the decade. Affordability depends on income as much as price. 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Some residents move into shelter or housing while others lose housing, so the total can hide considerable turnover.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe Says Homelessness Count Holding Steady — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tempe officials say the city’s homelessness numbers are holding relatively steady, even as housing costs and extreme summer heat keep pressure on outreach systems. A flat count does not necessarily mean the same people remain unhoused. 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Supporters point to stolen-car recoveries and suspect identification, while critics focus on privacy, data sharing and access controls.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe and Cave Creek End Flock License-Plate Reader Use — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tempe and Cave Creek are ending or stepping away from use of Flock license-plate reader technology, adding two Valley communities to the debate over automated vehicle surveillance. Flock cameras photograph license plates and create searchable location records that police can use in investigations. 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Native art exhibitions in Arizona carry particular local weight because the state is home to 22 federally recognized tribes and Phoenix sits within a region shaped by Indigenous communities long before modern city boundaries.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Professor Opens Native Art Exhibition — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dc634b9f-2b83-4414-b4fe-c75612caf529</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:16:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dc634b9f-2b83-4414-b4fe-c75612caf529.mp3" length="1216055" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona State University professor is helping bring a new Native art exhibition to Valley audiences, using contemporary work to connect Indigenous identity with issues that extend beyond museum walls. 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That service model depends heavily on skilled staff rather than high-volume self-service sales.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arcadia Meat Market Brings Old-School Butcher Shop Model to Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arcadia Meat Market is drawing attention for an old-school butcher-shop approach in central Phoenix, emphasizing cut-to-order meat and direct conversations with customers rather than a supermarket-style meat case. Independent butcher shops compete by offering specialty cuts, sourcing information and preparation advice that can be difficult to get in a large grocery store. That service model depends heavily on skilled staff rather than high-volume self-service sales.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arcadia Meat Market Brings Old-School Butcher Shop Model to Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d8b35dff-d553-4e6f-8438-00a5dc6c1dfd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:15:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d8b35dff-d553-4e6f-8438-00a5dc6c1dfd.mp3" length="1104486" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arcadia Meat Market is drawing attention for an old-school butcher-shop approach in central Phoenix, emphasizing cut-to-order meat and direct conversations with customers rather than a supermarket-style meat case. Independent butcher shops compete by offering specialty cuts, sourcing information and preparation advice that can be difficult to get in a large grocery store. That service model depends heavily on skilled staff rather than high-volume self-service sales.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Changes School Grading Formula by Removing Bonus Points</title><itunes:title>Arizona Changes School Grading Formula by Removing Bonus Points</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona is changing the formula used to assign letter grades to public schools by removing bonus points that could lift a school’s score beyond its core academic measures. School grades influence how families compare campuses and how policymakers identify schools needing intervention. Changing the formula can therefore move a school’s letter grade even when student performance itself has not suddenly changed.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Changes School Grading Formula by Removing Bonus Points — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona is changing the formula used to assign letter grades to public schools by removing bonus points that could lift a school’s score beyond its core academic measures. School grades influence how families compare campuses and how policymakers identify schools needing intervention. Changing the formula can therefore move a school’s letter grade even when student performance itself has not suddenly changed.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Changes School Grading Formula by Removing Bonus Points — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state">https://www.abc15.com/news/state</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc930d7d-eb46-43da-9832-762dc3c4966a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:15:12 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fc930d7d-eb46-43da-9832-762dc3c4966a.mp3" length="1076896" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona is changing the formula used to assign letter grades to public schools by removing bonus points that could lift a school’s score beyond its core academic measures. School grades influence how families compare campuses and how policymakers identify schools needing intervention. Changing the formula can therefore move a school’s letter grade even when student performance itself has not suddenly changed.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Meta Settlement Brings New Teen Social-Media Rules to Arizona</title><itunes:title>Meta Settlement Brings New Teen Social-Media Rules to Arizona</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona is part of the multistate settlement requiring Meta to make major changes to Facebook and Instagram accounts used by teenagers, including stronger parental controls and restrictions on late-night use. The agreement is expected to block many teen accounts during overnight hours and limit features designed to keep young users scrolling. It also places new restrictions around recommendations, notifications and some engagement tools.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Meta Settlement Brings New Teen Social-Media Rules to Arizona — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona is part of the multistate settlement requiring Meta to make major changes to Facebook and Instagram accounts used by teenagers, including stronger parental controls and restrictions on late-night use. The agreement is expected to block many teen accounts during overnight hours and limit features designed to keep young users scrolling. It also places new restrictions around recommendations, notifications and some engagement tools.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Meta Settlement Brings New Teen Social-Media Rules to Arizona — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e85414e7-180f-4462-87f0-4cf446a25229</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:14:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e85414e7-180f-4462-87f0-4cf446a25229.mp3" length="1106987" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona is part of the multistate settlement requiring Meta to make major changes to Facebook and Instagram accounts used by teenagers, including stronger parental controls and restrictions on late-night use. The agreement is expected to block many teen accounts during overnight hours and limit features designed to keep young users scrolling. It also places new restrictions around recommendations, notifications and some engagement tools.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Osborn Middle School Evacuated After Fire</title><itunes:title>Osborn Middle School Evacuated After Fire</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Osborn Middle School students and staff were evacuated after a fire on campus, bringing firefighters to the central Phoenix school and interrupting the school day. An evacuation is designed to separate students from both flames and smoke while firefighters determine whether the fire is contained to one room, a mechanical area or a larger part of the building.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Osborn Middle School Evacuated After Fire — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Osborn Middle School students and staff were evacuated after a fire on campus, bringing firefighters to the central Phoenix school and interrupting the school day. An evacuation is designed to separate students from both flames and smoke while firefighters determine whether the fire is contained to one room, a mechanical area or a larger part of the building.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Osborn Middle School Evacuated After Fire — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e66983-eab8-4a1a-8f4f-2403d1984bee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:13:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/68e66983-eab8-4a1a-8f4f-2403d1984bee.mp3" length="1067261" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Osborn Middle School students and staff were evacuated after a fire on campus, bringing firefighters to the central Phoenix school and interrupting the school day. An evacuation is designed to separate students from both flames and smoke while firefighters determine whether the fire is contained to one room, a mechanical area or a larger part of the building.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Leaders Call for Trust Repair After Officer Arrests</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Leaders Call for Trust Repair After Officer Arrests</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>South Phoenix community leaders are calling for a deliberate effort to rebuild trust after two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested over an allegedly violent traffic stop that was never documented through normal department channels. The underlying allegations are serious because court records say the officers failed to activate body cameras, call for backup or file required reports. That means the accountability issue involves both the force allegedly used and the absence of a normal record afterward.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Leaders Call for Trust Repair After Officer Arrests — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>South Phoenix community leaders are calling for a deliberate effort to rebuild trust after two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested over an allegedly violent traffic stop that was never documented through normal department channels. The underlying allegations are serious because court records say the officers failed to activate body cameras, call for backup or file required reports. That means the accountability issue involves both the force allegedly used and the absence of a normal record afterward.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Leaders Call for Trust Repair After Officer Arrests — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">416fc3da-1ee4-49b9-98a1-158ee2f6f671</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:13:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/416fc3da-1ee4-49b9-98a1-158ee2f6f671.mp3" length="1296327" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>South Phoenix community leaders are calling for a deliberate effort to rebuild trust after two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested over an allegedly violent traffic stop that was never documented through normal department channels. The underlying allegations are serious because court records say the officers failed to activate body cameras, call for backup or file required reports. That means the accountability issue involves both the force allegedly used and the absence of a normal record afterward.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Food Nonprofit Says Demand Has Doubled</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Food Nonprofit Says Demand Has Doubled</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A south Phoenix nonprofit says demand for food assistance has roughly doubled as families lose or see changes in SNAP benefits, forcing the organization to stretch donations across a much larger group of households. Food banks feel benefit changes quickly because groceries are one of the few household expenses families can cut immediately when cash is short. Rent, utilities and car payments are harder to reduce on short notice.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Food Nonprofit Says Demand Has Doubled — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A south Phoenix nonprofit says demand for food assistance has roughly doubled as families lose or see changes in SNAP benefits, forcing the organization to stretch donations across a much larger group of households. Food banks feel benefit changes quickly because groceries are one of the few household expenses families can cut immediately when cash is short. Rent, utilities and car payments are harder to reduce on short notice.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Food Nonprofit Says Demand Has Doubled — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">84064967-b4aa-4ff6-a749-8fdaa6738460</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:12:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/84064967-b4aa-4ff6-a749-8fdaa6738460.mp3" length="1160059" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A south Phoenix nonprofit says demand for food assistance has roughly doubled as families lose or see changes in SNAP benefits, forcing the organization to stretch donations across a much larger group of households. Food banks feel benefit changes quickly because groceries are one of the few household expenses families can cut immediately when cash is short. Rent, utilities and car payments are harder to reduce on short notice.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Debuts New Upgrades at Pierce Park</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Debuts New Upgrades at Pierce Park</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix has opened a new round of improvements at Pierce Park, giving neighborhood families updated recreation space during one of the hottest parts of the year. Park projects can look simple from the outside, but equipment, shade, accessibility, lighting and surfacing determine how much of the facility can actually be used by children and adults with different needs.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Debuts New Upgrades at Pierce Park — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix has opened a new round of improvements at Pierce Park, giving neighborhood families updated recreation space during one of the hottest parts of the year. Park projects can look simple from the outside, but equipment, shade, accessibility, lighting and surfacing determine how much of the facility can actually be used by children and adults with different needs.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Debuts New Upgrades at Pierce Park — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4923cedb-7b98-41a5-b6dc-38476458add8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:11:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4923cedb-7b98-41a5-b6dc-38476458add8.mp3" length="1088160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix has opened a new round of improvements at Pierce Park, giving neighborhood families updated recreation space during one of the hottest parts of the year. Park projects can look simple from the outside, but equipment, shade, accessibility, lighting and surfacing determine how much of the facility can actually be used by children and adults with different needs.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Could Award Its First Michelin Stars Tonight</title><itunes:title>Arizona Could Award Its First Michelin Stars Tonight</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona restaurants are waiting for a potentially historic announcement as Michelin holds its first Southwest ceremony. Inspectors have been evaluating restaurants in the state for months, creating the possibility of Arizona’s first Michelin-starred dining room. Phoenix and Scottsdale have nationally recognized chefs and resort restaurants, but the Michelin Guide had not previously rated the state. Entry into the guide immediately puts local restaurants into a global tourism and dining system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Could Award Its First Michelin Stars Tonight — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/arizona-could-secure-its-first-ever-michelin-star-this-week/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/arizona-could-secure-its-first-ever-michelin-star-this-week/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona restaurants are waiting for a potentially historic announcement as Michelin holds its first Southwest ceremony. Inspectors have been evaluating restaurants in the state for months, creating the possibility of Arizona’s first Michelin-starred dining room. Phoenix and Scottsdale have nationally recognized chefs and resort restaurants, but the Michelin Guide had not previously rated the state. Entry into the guide immediately puts local restaurants into a global tourism and dining system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona Could Award Its First Michelin Stars Tonight — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/arizona-could-secure-its-first-ever-michelin-star-this-week/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/arizona-could-secure-its-first-ever-michelin-star-this-week/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3a616bfc-67a1-4ca4-9e09-741d59af0043</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:09:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3a616bfc-67a1-4ca4-9e09-741d59af0043.mp3" length="1243651" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona restaurants are waiting for a potentially historic announcement as Michelin holds its first Southwest ceremony. Inspectors have been evaluating restaurants in the state for months, creating the possibility of Arizona’s first Michelin-starred dining room. Phoenix and Scottsdale have nationally recognized chefs and resort restaurants, but the Michelin Guide had not previously rated the state. Entry into the guide immediately puts local restaurants into a global tourism and dining system.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Could Challenge Another Heat Record Thursday</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Could Challenge Another Heat Record Thursday</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix could approach 114 degrees Thursday, putting another daily temperature record within reach before the current heat pattern finally begins to loosen its grip. The forecast matters less as a contest for a record book than as another day of accumulated heat stress. Several consecutive afternoons above 110 raise the chance that air conditioners fail, vehicles overheat and people underestimate dehydration.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Could Challenge Another Heat Record Thursday — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix could approach 114 degrees Thursday, putting another daily temperature record within reach before the current heat pattern finally begins to loosen its grip. The forecast matters less as a contest for a record book than as another day of accumulated heat stress. Several consecutive afternoons above 110 raise the chance that air conditioners fail, vehicles overheat and people underestimate dehydration.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Could Challenge Another Heat Record Thursday — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">69c962eb-0b16-41fa-a3e3-c1f346405bce</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:09:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/69c962eb-0b16-41fa-a3e3-c1f346405bce.mp3" length="1085245" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix could approach 114 degrees Thursday, putting another daily temperature record within reach before the current heat pattern finally begins to loosen its grip. The forecast matters less as a contest for a record book than as another day of accumulated heat stress. Several consecutive afternoons above 110 raise the chance that air conditioners fail, vehicles overheat and people underestimate dehydration.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Ozone Alert Adds Air-Quality Risk to Phoenix Heat</title><itunes:title>Ozone Alert Adds Air-Quality Risk to Phoenix Heat</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An ozone air-quality alert is overlapping with Phoenix’s extreme heat, creating a second health concern for people spending time outdoors. High ozone is most common on hot, sunny days when pollutants react in the atmosphere. Ozone can irritate lungs and make breathing more difficult, especially for children, older adults and people with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Hard exercise increases exposure because people breathe more deeply and rapidly.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ozone Alert Adds Air-Quality Risk to Phoenix Heat — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An ozone air-quality alert is overlapping with Phoenix’s extreme heat, creating a second health concern for people spending time outdoors. High ozone is most common on hot, sunny days when pollutants react in the atmosphere. Ozone can irritate lungs and make breathing more difficult, especially for children, older adults and people with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Hard exercise increases exposure because people breathe more deeply and rapidly.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ozone Alert Adds Air-Quality Risk to Phoenix Heat — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a9f3d86-f6a4-41ba-9d50-0b2ea79ef551</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:08:12 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6a9f3d86-f6a4-41ba-9d50-0b2ea79ef551.mp3" length="1211883" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An ozone air-quality alert is overlapping with Phoenix’s extreme heat, creating a second health concern for people spending time outdoors. High ozone is most common on hot, sunny days when pollutants react in the atmosphere. Ozone can irritate lungs and make breathing more difficult, especially for children, older adults and people with asthma or other respiratory conditions. Hard exercise increases exposure because people breathe more deeply and rapidly.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Breaks Daily Heat Record at 115 Degrees</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Breaks Daily Heat Record at 115 Degrees</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Sky Harbor reached 115 degrees Tuesday, breaking the previous daily record of 113 set in 2011. The new mark came during another prolonged stretch of dangerous late-August heat across the Valley. The number matters because Phoenix heat risk is driven by both daytime peaks and warm nights. When temperatures remain high after sunset, homes, pavement and people get less time to cool before the next afternoon begins.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Breaks Daily Heat Record at 115 Degrees — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Sky Harbor reached 115 degrees Tuesday, breaking the previous daily record of 113 set in 2011. The new mark came during another prolonged stretch of dangerous late-August heat across the Valley. The number matters because Phoenix heat risk is driven by both daytime peaks and warm nights. When temperatures remain high after sunset, homes, pavement and people get less time to cool before the next afternoon begins.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Breaks Daily Heat Record at 115 Degrees — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/phoenix-sets-heat-record-weather-pattern-changes-way-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">748afd45-7b8c-4f54-a459-0ccfa583bbfe</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:07:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/748afd45-7b8c-4f54-a459-0ccfa583bbfe.mp3" length="1266216" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Sky Harbor reached 115 degrees Tuesday, breaking the previous daily record of 113 set in 2011. The new mark came during another prolonged stretch of dangerous late-August heat across the Valley. The number matters because Phoenix heat risk is driven by both daytime peaks and warm nights. When temperatures remain high after sunset, homes, pavement and people get less time to cool before the next afternoon begins.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Wittmann Man Arrested After Dogs Found Without Water</title><itunes:title>Wittmann Man Arrested After Dogs Found Without Water</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Wittmann man after investigators found dogs without access to water during dangerous summer heat. Authorities said one dog was dead and four others were seized from the property. The case was handled by the county’s animal-crimes unit, which becomes especially important when extreme temperatures turn lack of shade or water into an immediate medical emergency. Dogs can deteriorate quickly when they cannot cool themselves.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wittmann Man Arrested After Dogs Found Without Water — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/man-arrested-animal-neglect-after-dehydrated-dead-dogs-found-wittmann/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/man-arrested-animal-neglect-after-dehydrated-dead-dogs-found-wittmann/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Wittmann man after investigators found dogs without access to water during dangerous summer heat. Authorities said one dog was dead and four others were seized from the property. The case was handled by the county’s animal-crimes unit, which becomes especially important when extreme temperatures turn lack of shade or water into an immediate medical emergency. Dogs can deteriorate quickly when they cannot cool themselves.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Wittmann Man Arrested After Dogs Found Without Water — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/man-arrested-animal-neglect-after-dehydrated-dead-dogs-found-wittmann/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/man-arrested-animal-neglect-after-dehydrated-dead-dogs-found-wittmann/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">585e8abe-ec30-44aa-acdb-b17371e1a4d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:06:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/585e8abe-ec30-44aa-acdb-b17371e1a4d5.mp3" length="1184719" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maricopa County deputies arrested a 39-year-old Wittmann man after investigators found dogs without access to water during dangerous summer heat. Authorities said one dog was dead and four others were seized from the property. The case was handled by the county’s animal-crimes unit, which becomes especially important when extreme temperatures turn lack of shade or water into an immediate medical emergency. Dogs can deteriorate quickly when they cannot cool themselves.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Central Phoenix Bakery Closes as Owners Put Health First</title><itunes:title>Central Phoenix Bakery Closes as Owners Put Health First</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A popular central Phoenix bakery has closed permanently, with its owners telling customers they are stepping away to focus on their health. The announcement ends a local food business that had built a following beyond its immediate neighborhood. For a small bakery, the workday often starts hours before customers arrive and continues after the doors close with prep, ordering, staffing and cleanup. That schedule can make owner burnout a business issue as much as a personal one.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Central Phoenix Bakery Closes as Owners Put Health First — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/popular-central-phoenix-bakery-closes-owners-focus-mental-health/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/popular-central-phoenix-bakery-closes-owners-focus-mental-health/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A popular central Phoenix bakery has closed permanently, with its owners telling customers they are stepping away to focus on their health. The announcement ends a local food business that had built a following beyond its immediate neighborhood. For a small bakery, the workday often starts hours before customers arrive and continues after the doors close with prep, ordering, staffing and cleanup. That schedule can make owner burnout a business issue as much as a personal one.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Central Phoenix Bakery Closes as Owners Put Health First — Arizona’s Family — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/popular-central-phoenix-bakery-closes-owners-focus-mental-health/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/26/popular-central-phoenix-bakery-closes-owners-focus-mental-health/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b38f110b-9e98-4d6d-882e-31f737bd2aa6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:05:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b38f110b-9e98-4d6d-882e-31f737bd2aa6.mp3" length="1209800" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A popular central Phoenix bakery has closed permanently, with its owners telling customers they are stepping away to focus on their health. The announcement ends a local food business that had built a following beyond its immediate neighborhood. For a small bakery, the workday often starts hours before customers arrive and continues after the doors close with prep, ordering, staffing and cleanup. That schedule can make owner burnout a business issue as much as a personal one.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Cool Pavement Program Passes 200 Miles</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Cool Pavement Program Passes 200 Miles</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix says its Cool Pavement program is moving past the 200-mile mark, expanding one of the city’s most visible attempts to reduce street-surface temperatures during extreme summer heat. The treatment uses a lighter pavement coating designed to reflect more sunlight than ordinary dark asphalt. City studies have found that treated surfaces can be cooler during the day, although the program is only one piece of a larger heat strategy that also includes shade and trees.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Cool Pavement Program Passes 200 Miles — 12News — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-to-surpass-200-miles-of-cool-pavement-as-city-expands-heat-mitigation-program-arizona/75-38a97874-4ed0-4f86-8e34-ec01b40b8536">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-to-surpass-200-miles-of-cool-pavement-as-city-expands-heat-mitigation-program-arizona/75-38a97874-4ed0-4f86-8e34-ec01b40b8536</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix says its Cool Pavement program is moving past the 200-mile mark, expanding one of the city’s most visible attempts to reduce street-surface temperatures during extreme summer heat. The treatment uses a lighter pavement coating designed to reflect more sunlight than ordinary dark asphalt. City studies have found that treated surfaces can be cooler during the day, although the program is only one piece of a larger heat strategy that also includes shade and trees.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Cool Pavement Program Passes 200 Miles — 12News — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-to-surpass-200-miles-of-cool-pavement-as-city-expands-heat-mitigation-program-arizona/75-38a97874-4ed0-4f86-8e34-ec01b40b8536">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-to-surpass-200-miles-of-cool-pavement-as-city-expands-heat-mitigation-program-arizona/75-38a97874-4ed0-4f86-8e34-ec01b40b8536</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">12cf02ad-3675-43a0-aba5-2526b997a5b4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:04:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/12cf02ad-3675-43a0-aba5-2526b997a5b4.mp3" length="1180533" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix says its Cool Pavement program is moving past the 200-mile mark, expanding one of the city’s most visible attempts to reduce street-surface temperatures during extreme summer heat. The treatment uses a lighter pavement coating designed to reflect more sunlight than ordinary dark asphalt. City studies have found that treated surfaces can be cooler during the day, although the program is only one piece of a larger heat strategy that also includes shade and trees.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Hit Near Thunderbird High School</title><itunes:title>15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Hit Near Thunderbird High School</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A 15-year-old girl has died after being struck by a vehicle near Thunderbird High School in north Phoenix Police said the collision happened as a driver was entering an apartment complex putting the crash in an area where students and neighborhood traffic mix closely The driver remained at the scene and investigators said impairment was not suspected That does not end the investigation because detectives still have to determine speed visibility right of way and the movements of both the vehicle and.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Hit Near Thunderbird High School — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A 15-year-old girl has died after being struck by a vehicle near Thunderbird High School in north Phoenix Police said the collision happened as a driver was entering an apartment complex putting the crash in an area where students and neighborhood traffic mix closely The driver remained at the scene and investigators said impairment was not suspected That does not end the investigation because detectives still have to determine speed visibility right of way and the movements of both the vehicle and.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>15-Year-Old Girl Dies After Being Hit Near Thunderbird High School — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-26<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">88bfd08b-55eb-46d6-a404-500cf2a853df</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Wed, 26 Aug 2026 18:04:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/88bfd08b-55eb-46d6-a404-500cf2a853df.mp3" length="1323913" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A 15-year-old girl has died after being struck by a vehicle near Thunderbird High School in north Phoenix Police said the collision happened as a driver was entering an apartment complex putting the crash in an area where students and neighborhood traffic mix closely The driver remained at the scene and investigators said impairment was not suspected That does not end the investigation because detectives still have to determine speed visibility right of way and the movements of both the vehicle and.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Evening Commute Recovers After Multiple Freeway Crashes</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Evening Commute Recovers After Multiple Freeway Crashes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Several major Valley crashes disrupted Loop 101 and Loop 202 earlier Tuesday, but reopened lanes helped restore key commuter routes ahead of the evening drive. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix traffic coverage — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/traffic">https://www.12news.com/traffic</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Several major Valley crashes disrupted Loop 101 and Loop 202 earlier Tuesday, but reopened lanes helped restore key commuter routes ahead of the evening drive. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix traffic coverage — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/traffic">https://www.12news.com/traffic</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a846d59c-56b8-4317-8452-5f9793b57cc8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:25:33 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a846d59c-56b8-4317-8452-5f9793b57cc8.mp3" length="1116603" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Several major Valley crashes disrupted Loop 101 and Loop 202 earlier Tuesday, but reopened lanes helped restore key commuter routes ahead of the evening drive. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Loop 101 Reopening Clears Major West Valley Bottleneck</title><itunes:title>Loop 101 Reopening Clears Major West Valley Bottleneck</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Southbound Loop 101 reopened after a series of Tuesday morning crashes, restoring a key commuter route through Peoria and Glendale. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Southbound Loop 101 in Peoria reopens after three crashes — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/crash-southbound-loop-101-peoria-arizona/75-c0c4bd92-f5ba-4bf6-9bef-ae61d31bb429">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/crash-southbound-loop-101-peoria-arizona/75-c0c4bd92-f5ba-4bf6-9bef-ae61d31bb429</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Southbound Loop 101 reopened after a series of Tuesday morning crashes, restoring a key commuter route through Peoria and Glendale. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Southbound Loop 101 in Peoria reopens after three crashes — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/crash-southbound-loop-101-peoria-arizona/75-c0c4bd92-f5ba-4bf6-9bef-ae61d31bb429">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/crash-southbound-loop-101-peoria-arizona/75-c0c4bd92-f5ba-4bf6-9bef-ae61d31bb429</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">43b61fb9-98f5-4e94-a913-4eeff03df201</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:24:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/43b61fb9-98f5-4e94-a913-4eeff03df201.mp3" length="1280434" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Southbound Loop 101 reopened after a series of Tuesday morning crashes, restoring a key commuter route through Peoria and Glendale. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix School Traffic Changes Arrive With Consolidations</title><itunes:title>Phoenix School Traffic Changes Arrive With Consolidations</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>As students return to consolidated campuses, some Phoenix neighborhoods are seeing more cars, buses and walkers concentrated around fewer schools. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How Phoenix school closures impact traffic safety at other schools — YourValley — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980">https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>As students return to consolidated campuses, some Phoenix neighborhoods are seeing more cars, buses and walkers concentrated around fewer schools. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How Phoenix school closures impact traffic safety at other schools — YourValley — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980">https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">57550d4d-4bd3-4692-84cc-e459d0609192</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:24:04 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/57550d4d-4bd3-4692-84cc-e459d0609192.mp3" length="1284198" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>As students return to consolidated campuses, some Phoenix neighborhoods are seeing more cars, buses and walkers concentrated around fewer schools. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Blue-Collar Appreciation Event Set for Chase Field</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Blue-Collar Appreciation Event Set for Chase Field</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A September 2 event tied to the Diamondbacks will recognize local trades and blue-collar workers, with Parker and Sons and Circle K among the partners. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Parker &amp; Sons, Circle K and Arizona Diamondbacks event — PR Newswire — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html">https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A September 2 event tied to the Diamondbacks will recognize local trades and blue-collar workers, with Parker and Sons and Circle K among the partners. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Parker &amp; Sons, Circle K and Arizona Diamondbacks event — PR Newswire — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html">https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a443d151-3616-434d-a765-d944e11d0798</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:23:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a443d151-3616-434d-a765-d944e11d0798.mp3" length="1112418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A September 2 event tied to the Diamondbacks will recognize local trades and blue-collar workers, with Parker and Sons and Circle K among the partners. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Ketel Marte Resumes Baseball Activity Ahead of Return</title><itunes:title>Ketel Marte Resumes Baseball Activity Ahead of Return</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Ketel Marte has resumed baseball activities, including hitting and batting practice, as the Diamondbacks work toward a possible August 31 return. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>D-backs target early next week for Ketel Marte&#x27;s return — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ketel Marte has resumed baseball activities, including hitting and batting practice, as the Diamondbacks work toward a possible August 31 return. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>D-backs target early next week for Ketel Marte&#x27;s return — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6f0dab4e-af61-4b70-9418-bc7155a695ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:22:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6f0dab4e-af61-4b70-9418-bc7155a695ff.mp3" length="1330170" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Ketel Marte has resumed baseball activities, including hitting and batting practice, as the Diamondbacks work toward a possible August 31 return. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona&#x27;s 7-0 loss to Chicago was the Diamondbacks&#x27; ninth shutout of the season, leaving the club looking for an offensive reset as the series continues. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9982b4ab-fa2b-48e7-8230-d1c5714e052e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:21:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9982b4ab-fa2b-48e7-8230-d1c5714e052e.mp3" length="1314707" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona&apos;s 7-0 loss to Chicago was the Diamondbacks&apos; ninth shutout of the season, leaving the club looking for an offensive reset as the series continues. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Extreme heat continues, but relief is on the horizon — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Forecast overnight lows in the upper 80s to low 90s are limiting nighttime relief during the Valley&#x27;s current heat wave. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man arrested after hours-long barricade at Phoenix bar — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/active-barricade-situation-underway-phoenix-bar/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/active-barricade-situation-underway-phoenix-bar/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Tuesday morning barricade near 35th and Dunlap ended with the suspect in custody, removing the immediate public-safety threat around the business district. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bagelfeld’s reopening in Phoenix 4 months after fire — KTAR — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The return of Bagelfeld&#x27;s gives Phoenix diners back a popular neighborhood bagel shop after four months of repairs following a fire. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Aldi to open three Phoenix stores — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Aldi&#x27;s plan for three additional stores this fall is part of a much bigger push toward dozens of Valley locations, adding pressure to the Phoenix grocery market. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Aldi to open three Phoenix stores — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">588bd28e-ee69-4308-abee-d4e35884c815</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:16:48 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/588bd28e-ee69-4308-abee-d4e35884c815.mp3" length="1094860" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Aldi&apos;s plan for three additional stores this fall is part of a much bigger push toward dozens of Valley locations, adding pressure to the Phoenix grocery market. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar targets Desert Ridge retail site — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Recent bids totaling roughly $251 million around Desert Ridge are underscoring investor interest in north Phoenix commercial land. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar targets Desert Ridge retail site — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f4d48ffc-15cc-4839-b04f-29a19f652fe7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:16:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f4d48ffc-15cc-4839-b04f-29a19f652fe7.mp3" length="1332258" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Recent bids totaling roughly $251 million around Desert Ridge are underscoring investor interest in north Phoenix commercial land. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New shade canopies coming to downtown Phoenix — ABC15 — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The city&#x27;s new downtown shade canopies are designed around pedestrian routes to sports, dining and entertainment areas, making heat mitigation part of downtown development strategy. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New shade canopies coming to downtown Phoenix — ABC15 — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">957b5eac-d959-4993-b838-465bc1446d3f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:15:14 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/957b5eac-d959-4993-b838-465bc1446d3f.mp3" length="1109075" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The city&apos;s new downtown shade canopies are designed around pedestrian routes to sports, dining and entertainment areas, making heat mitigation part of downtown development strategy. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Photo Safety — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/streets/safety-improvements/road-safety-action-plan/photo-safety.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/streets/safety-improvements/road-safety-action-plan/photo-safety.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s photo-safety program now uses 17 speed-monitoring cameras at selected locations as the city continues its road-safety push. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Photo Safety — City of Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/streets/safety-improvements/road-safety-action-plan/photo-safety.html">https://www.phoenix.gov/administration/departments/streets/safety-improvements/road-safety-action-plan/photo-safety.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3c030a87-6fd7-444d-b9e0-d49fe977d0c0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:14:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3c030a87-6fd7-444d-b9e0-d49fe977d0c0.mp3" length="1334776" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix&apos;s photo-safety program now uses 17 speed-monitoring cameras at selected locations as the city continues its road-safety push. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Seen on TV: August 25 — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/seen-tv-august-25-2026">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/seen-tv-august-25-2026</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>FOX 10&#x27;s August 25 viewer guide highlights local food and entertainment options including SoulFire Tacos in Scottsdale and &#x27;The Prom&#x27; at Arizona Broadway Theatre. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Seen on TV: August 25 — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/seen-tv-august-25-2026">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/seen-tv-august-25-2026</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9b17c57a-1d33-4206-9c1b-7788027e34a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:13:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b17c57a-1d33-4206-9c1b-7788027e34a5.mp3" length="1326837" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>FOX 10&apos;s August 25 viewer guide highlights local food and entertainment options including SoulFire Tacos in Scottsdale and &apos;The Prom&apos; at Arizona Broadway Theatre. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Heat Dome Drives Record Temperatures and Higher Electric Bills — Realtor.com — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.realtor.com/advice/weather/heat-dome-electric-bills-cooling-costs/">https://www.realtor.com/advice/weather/heat-dome-electric-bills-cooling-costs/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">458aa21f-5f95-4bc6-a52d-3eedff88ce32</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:12:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/458aa21f-5f95-4bc6-a52d-3eedff88ce32.mp3" length="1093190" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The latest heat dome is increasing cooling demand in Phoenix, with record temperatures putting additional pressure on household electric use and summer utility bills. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix man faces federal prison for $1M PPP loan fraud — Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/25/phoenix-resident-prison-sentence-ppp-fraud.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/25/phoenix-resident-prison-sentence-ppp-fraud.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix resident who obtained more than one million dollars in Paycheck Protection Program loans through fraudulent applications is headed to federal prison. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix man faces federal prison for $1M PPP loan fraud — Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/25/phoenix-resident-prison-sentence-ppp-fraud.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/25/phoenix-resident-prison-sentence-ppp-fraud.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ecba7994-062c-4f07-afed-7a0d2a33ee21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:12:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ecba7994-062c-4f07-afed-7a0d2a33ee21.mp3" length="1315538" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix resident who obtained more than one million dollars in Paycheck Protection Program loans through fraudulent applications is headed to federal prison. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>FOX 10&#x27;s John Hook is retiring — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fox-10s-john-hook-announces-retirement-after-33-years-ksaz-capping-43-year-broadcast-career">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fox-10s-john-hook-announces-retirement-after-33-years-ksaz-capping-43-year-broadcast-career</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Longtime FOX 10 Phoenix anchor John Hook announced his retirement after 33 years at KSAZ and a 43-year broadcasting career. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>FOX 10&#x27;s John Hook is retiring — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fox-10s-john-hook-announces-retirement-after-33-years-ksaz-capping-43-year-broadcast-career">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fox-10s-john-hook-announces-retirement-after-33-years-ksaz-capping-43-year-broadcast-career</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7b3a3661-6cee-4cdf-a790-0db199958657</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:11:13 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7b3a3661-6cee-4cdf-a790-0db199958657.mp3" length="1308009" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Longtime FOX 10 Phoenix anchor John Hook announced his retirement after 33 years at KSAZ and a 43-year broadcasting career. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Uber Adds Live Video Feature for Phoenix Teen Rides</title><itunes:title>Uber Adds Live Video Feature for Phoenix Teen Rides</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Uber has launched a feature in Phoenix that allows parents and guardians to view a teen&#x27;s active ride through live video streaming. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New Uber feature available in Phoenix allows parents to view teen during drive — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/new-uber-feature-phoenix-parents-guardians-to-view-teen-during-drive-arizona/75-748d0f6a-268f-463b-8772-42070e96a3fb">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/new-uber-feature-phoenix-parents-guardians-to-view-teen-during-drive-arizona/75-748d0f6a-268f-463b-8772-42070e96a3fb</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Uber has launched a feature in Phoenix that allows parents and guardians to view a teen&#x27;s active ride through live video streaming. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New Uber feature available in Phoenix allows parents to view teen during drive — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/new-uber-feature-phoenix-parents-guardians-to-view-teen-during-drive-arizona/75-748d0f6a-268f-463b-8772-42070e96a3fb">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/new-uber-feature-phoenix-parents-guardians-to-view-teen-during-drive-arizona/75-748d0f6a-268f-463b-8772-42070e96a3fb</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">49e8f8ca-07bf-40ac-8769-cc249f24be10</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:10:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/49e8f8ca-07bf-40ac-8769-cc249f24be10.mp3" length="1081482" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Uber has launched a feature in Phoenix that allows parents and guardians to view a teen&apos;s active ride through live video streaming. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix School Closures Shift Traffic-Safety Pressure to Other Campuses</title><itunes:title>Phoenix School Closures Shift Traffic-Safety Pressure to Other Campuses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Recent school closures are concentrating more students at remaining Phoenix campuses, changing pedestrian and vehicle traffic around school zones. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How Phoenix school closures impact traffic safety at other schools — YourValley — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980">https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Recent school closures are concentrating more students at remaining Phoenix campuses, changing pedestrian and vehicle traffic around school zones. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How Phoenix school closures impact traffic safety at other schools — YourValley — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980">https://www.yourvalley.net/stories/how-phoenix-school-closures-impact-traffic-safety-at-other-schools%2C713980</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">24f15d86-0e75-4ee0-a143-40fe9758aea6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:09:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/24f15d86-0e75-4ee0-a143-40fe9758aea6.mp3" length="1321829" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Recent school closures are concentrating more students at remaining Phoenix campuses, changing pedestrian and vehicle traffic around school zones. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Loop 101 reopens after 3 separate crashes in Peoria — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/serious-crash-shuts-down-part-loop-101-peoria/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/serious-crash-shuts-down-part-loop-101-peoria/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Three separate crashes disrupted southbound Loop 101 in the West Valley Tuesday morning before the freeway reopened. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Loop 101 reopens after 3 separate crashes in Peoria — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/serious-crash-shuts-down-part-loop-101-peoria/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/serious-crash-shuts-down-part-loop-101-peoria/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">01a9804b-f7e3-4438-bfe8-798f7764b12b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:08:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/01a9804b-f7e3-4438-bfe8-798f7764b12b.mp3" length="1280844" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Three separate crashes disrupted southbound Loop 101 in the West Valley Tuesday morning before the freeway reopened. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Loop 202 Westbound Closes Near Gilbert Road After Crash</title><itunes:title>Loop 202 Westbound Closes Near Gilbert Road After Crash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A two-car crash shut westbound Loop 202 near Gilbert Road Tuesday afternoon, creating East Valley delays before the freeway reopened. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Loop 202 westbound closed near Gilbert Road due to a crash — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/sr-202-westbound-closed-near-gilbert-road-due-to-crash/75-0195b9bd-f897-4e72-bf98-41429966fd15">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/sr-202-westbound-closed-near-gilbert-road-due-to-crash/75-0195b9bd-f897-4e72-bf98-41429966fd15</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A two-car crash shut westbound Loop 202 near Gilbert Road Tuesday afternoon, creating East Valley delays before the freeway reopened. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Loop 202 westbound closed near Gilbert Road due to a crash — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/sr-202-westbound-closed-near-gilbert-road-due-to-crash/75-0195b9bd-f897-4e72-bf98-41429966fd15">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/sr-202-westbound-closed-near-gilbert-road-due-to-crash/75-0195b9bd-f897-4e72-bf98-41429966fd15</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">94d43ac6-cf20-4ef0-9868-4a28b1a72c7b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:07:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/94d43ac6-cf20-4ef0-9868-4a28b1a72c7b.mp3" length="1281688" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A two-car crash shut westbound Loop 202 near Gilbert Road Tuesday afternoon, creating East Valley delays before the freeway reopened. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mystics vs Mercury game preview — Yahoo Sports — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mystics-vs-mercury-prediction-picks-131900006.html">https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mystics-vs-mercury-prediction-picks-131900006.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Phoenix Mercury host the Washington Mystics as the WNBA schedule moves deeper into the late-season stretch at Footprint Center. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mystics vs Mercury game preview — Yahoo Sports — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mystics-vs-mercury-prediction-picks-131900006.html">https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/mystics-vs-mercury-prediction-picks-131900006.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7ccb1c66-a14a-4b28-b5e4-03073e5ad727</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:06:38 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7ccb1c66-a14a-4b28-b5e4-03073e5ad727.mp3" length="1315540" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Phoenix Mercury host the Washington Mystics as the WNBA schedule moves deeper into the late-season stretch at Footprint Center. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cubs Shut Out Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Cubs Shut Out Diamondbacks 7-0 in Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Chicago Cubs beat Arizona 7-0 in Phoenix behind seven scoreless innings from Kevin Gausman, while the Diamondbacks were held to five singles. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Chicago Cubs beat Arizona 7-0 in Phoenix behind seven scoreless innings from Kevin Gausman, while the Diamondbacks were held to five singles. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Kevin Gausman fires 7 sharp innings as Cubs shut out Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/kevin-gausman-fires-7-sharp-innings-cubs-shut-out-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">69aeb2a5-8280-4f62-873e-4d4a76a6bf46</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:05:48 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/69aeb2a5-8280-4f62-873e-4d4a76a6bf46.mp3" length="1322634" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Chicago Cubs beat Arizona 7-0 in Phoenix behind seven scoreless innings from Kevin Gausman, while the Diamondbacks were held to five singles. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>D-backs target early next week for Ketel Marte&#x27;s return from IL — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks are targeting early next week for Ketel Marte&#x27;s return from the injured list as he works back from left-knee inflammation. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>D-backs target early next week for Ketel Marte&#x27;s return from IL — Reuters — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/d-backs-target-early-next-week-ketel-martes-return-il--flm-2026-08-25/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aca4f877-0429-484d-9cc3-fd6ea15fa404</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:04:51 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aca4f877-0429-484d-9cc3-fd6ea15fa404.mp3" length="1118681" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Arizona Diamondbacks are targeting early next week for Ketel Marte&apos;s return from the injured list as he works back from left-knee inflammation. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Parker and Sons, Circle K and D-backs Plan Blue-Collar Worker Event</title><itunes:title>Parker and Sons, Circle K and D-backs Plan Blue-Collar Worker Event</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Parker and Sons, Circle K and the Arizona Diamondbacks are planning a September 2 event honoring Phoenix-area blue-collar workers. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Parker &amp; Sons, Circle K and Arizona Diamondbacks to Thank Phoenix&#x27;s Blue-Collar Workforce — PR Newswire — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html">https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Parker and Sons, Circle K and the Arizona Diamondbacks are planning a September 2 event honoring Phoenix-area blue-collar workers. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Parker &amp; Sons, Circle K and Arizona Diamondbacks to Thank Phoenix&#x27;s Blue-Collar Workforce — PR Newswire — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html">https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/parker--sons-circle-k-and-arizona-diamondbacks-to-thank-phoenixs-blue-collar-workforce-with-sept-2-event-302858953.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">712f5dbf-1ae5-4c7b-b0b9-be7ef5b96917</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:04:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/712f5dbf-1ae5-4c7b-b0b9-be7ef5b96917.mp3" length="1298419" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Parker and Sons, Circle K and the Arizona Diamondbacks are planning a September 2 event honoring Phoenix-area blue-collar workers. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Imagine Dragons Book 2027 WM Phoenix Open Concert</title><itunes:title>Imagine Dragons Book 2027 WM Phoenix Open Concert</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Imagine Dragons are scheduled to perform ahead of the 2027 WM Phoenix Open, turning the famous 16th-hole setting into a major concert venue. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Imagine Dragons Coming to WM Phoenix Open in 2027 — Signals AZ — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/imagine-dragons-coming-to-wm-phoenix-open-in-2027/">https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/imagine-dragons-coming-to-wm-phoenix-open-in-2027/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Imagine Dragons are scheduled to perform ahead of the 2027 WM Phoenix Open, turning the famous 16th-hole setting into a major concert venue. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Imagine Dragons Coming to WM Phoenix Open in 2027 — Signals AZ — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/imagine-dragons-coming-to-wm-phoenix-open-in-2027/">https://www.signalsaz.com/articles/imagine-dragons-coming-to-wm-phoenix-open-in-2027/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b0f74bbd-3344-4b1f-b7c2-187bcc52081f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:03:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b0f74bbd-3344-4b1f-b7c2-187bcc52081f.mp3" length="1346884" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Imagine Dragons are scheduled to perform ahead of the 2027 WM Phoenix Open, turning the famous 16th-hole setting into a major concert venue. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Mediterranean Restaurant Pushes $2 Happy Hour Plates</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Mediterranean Restaurant Pushes $2 Happy Hour Plates</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Jungle Pita is drawing local attention with a Mediterranean happy-hour menu built around small plates and sliders starting at a two-dollar tier. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mediterranean restaurant serves healthy happy hour daily — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/25/mediterranean-restaurant-serves-healthy-happy-hour-daily-phoenix-metro-area/">https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/25/mediterranean-restaurant-serves-healthy-happy-hour-daily-phoenix-metro-area/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Jungle Pita is drawing local attention with a Mediterranean happy-hour menu built around small plates and sliders starting at a two-dollar tier. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Mediterranean restaurant serves healthy happy hour daily — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/25/mediterranean-restaurant-serves-healthy-happy-hour-daily-phoenix-metro-area/">https://www.azfamily.com/video/2026/08/25/mediterranean-restaurant-serves-healthy-happy-hour-daily-phoenix-metro-area/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1198ba47-f877-4ff8-9fce-2475efb1b9ac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:02:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1198ba47-f877-4ff8-9fce-2475efb1b9ac.mp3" length="1116600" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Jungle Pita is drawing local attention with a Mediterranean happy-hour menu built around small plates and sliders starting at a two-dollar tier. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bagelfeld’s reopening in Phoenix 4 months after fire — KTAR — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bagelfeld&#x27;s is set to reopen its Phoenix location Wednesday, four months after a fire forced the popular bagel shop to close for repairs. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bagelfeld’s reopening in Phoenix 4 months after fire — KTAR — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/bagelfeld-open-fire-phoenix-bagel</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eae150f0-cd22-4cc0-974f-b7e13b9dac81</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:01:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eae150f0-cd22-4cc0-974f-b7e13b9dac81.mp3" length="1274570" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Bagelfeld&apos;s is set to reopen its Phoenix location Wednesday, four months after a fire forced the popular bagel shop to close for repairs. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Downtown Phoenix Gets New Shade Canopy Project</title><itunes:title>Downtown Phoenix Gets New Shade Canopy Project</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>New shade canopies are planned for downtown Phoenix, aimed at making walks to games, restaurants and events more tolerable during extreme heat. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New shade canopies coming to downtown Phoenix — ABC15 — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>New shade canopies are planned for downtown Phoenix, aimed at making walks to games, restaurants and events more tolerable during extreme heat. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>New shade canopies coming to downtown Phoenix — ABC15 — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/new-shade-canopies-coming-to-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4b4467b6-da1e-40c5-8b33-682cc071140d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 17:00:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4b4467b6-da1e-40c5-8b33-682cc071140d.mp3" length="1300070" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>New shade canopies are planned for downtown Phoenix, aimed at making walks to games, restaurants and events more tolerable during extreme heat. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar targets Desert Ridge retail site — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix-based Vestar is targeting another state-owned parcel near Desert Ridge for a retail development, adding to recent commercial real-estate activity in the area. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Vestar targets Desert Ridge retail site — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/vestar-targets-desert-ridge-retail-site-in-area-thats-drawn-251m-in-recent-bids</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3844608a-d113-48d1-8d8f-887245748159</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:59:33 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3844608a-d113-48d1-8d8f-887245748159.mp3" length="1090669" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix-based Vestar is targeting another state-owned parcel near Desert Ridge for a retail development, adding to recent commercial real-estate activity in the area. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Aldi to open three Phoenix stores in September and October — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Aldi plans to open three Phoenix-area stores in September and October as the grocer pushes toward a much larger Valley footprint. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Aldi to open three Phoenix stores in September and October — ABC15 — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/aldi-to-open-three-phoenix-stores-in-september-and-october-as-it-pushes-toward-50-valley-locations</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">48e0202f-bb4f-4e5c-9375-09a0ed5b9940</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:58:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/48e0202f-bb4f-4e5c-9375-09a0ed5b9940.mp3" length="1338521" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Aldi plans to open three Phoenix-area stores in September and October as the grocer pushes toward a much larger Valley footprint. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Extreme heat continues, but relief is on the horizon — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A High Pollution Advisory for ozone is adding an air-quality concern to Phoenix&#x27;s extreme-heat week, especially for residents with respiratory conditions. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Extreme heat continues, but relief is on the horizon — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">aca9a173-d40f-4a06-86dd-a1bd66d1bf8c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:57:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/aca9a173-d40f-4a06-86dd-a1bd66d1bf8c.mp3" length="1319305" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A High Pollution Advisory for ozone is adding an air-quality concern to Phoenix&apos;s extreme-heat week, especially for residents with respiratory conditions. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Extreme heat continues, but relief is on the horizon — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for the Valley through Saturday evening, with temperatures expected to stay well above normal before a weekend pattern change. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Extreme heat continues, but relief is on the horizon — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/extreme-heat-continues-relief-is-horizon-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5e2802fd-8725-426b-a6af-2037103cbf53</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:56:22 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5e2802fd-8725-426b-a6af-2037103cbf53.mp3" length="1127036" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect for the Valley through Saturday evening, with temperatures expected to stay well above normal before a weekend pattern change. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix breaks 15-year heat record this week — KTAR — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-breaks-15-year-heat-record">https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-breaks-15-year-heat-record</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">99de6533-df88-4008-a682-fef38b5abf21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:55:42 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/99de6533-df88-4008-a682-fef38b5abf21.mp3" length="1334765" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Sky Harbor reached 114 degrees Tuesday, setting a new daily record for August 25 after a prolonged stretch of extreme heat. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Bullhead City grandfather faces leg amputation after fall on hot pavement — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/bullhead-city-grandfather-faces-leg-amputation-after-fall-hot-pavement/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/bullhead-city-grandfather-faces-leg-amputation-after-fall-hot-pavement/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Bullhead City grandfather is recovering from severe burns after falling on hot pavement during extreme heat and may lose a leg. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. 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Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU hockey player hospitalized after collapsing during outdoor exercise — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/asu-hockey-player-hospitalized-after-collapsing-during-outdoor-exercise">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/asu-hockey-player-hospitalized-after-collapsing-during-outdoor-exercise</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ba8c74c-4b50-4078-9e9e-7b8bf04a78a8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:54:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ba8c74c-4b50-4078-9e9e-7b8bf04a78a8.mp3" length="1110323" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona State University says a hockey player was hospitalized after collapsing during outdoor exercise, a story drawing additional attention during a period of extreme Valley heat. 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Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona firefighter dies from medical emergency during New Mexico wildfire — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/arizona-firefighter-dies-medical-emergency-during-new-mexico-wildfire/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/25/arizona-firefighter-dies-medical-emergency-during-new-mexico-wildfire/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">14e92fc5-4d48-4061-ae48-4abe60162329</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:53:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/14e92fc5-4d48-4061-ae48-4abe60162329.mp3" length="1290470" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona firefighter and San Carlos Apache tribal member died after a medical emergency while helping fight the Frijoles Fire in New Mexico. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Suspect in Havasu Falls attack has violent past — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/suspect-havasu-falls-tourist-attack-has-prior-violent-criminal-history-records-show">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/suspect-havasu-falls-tourist-attack-has-prior-violent-criminal-history-records-show</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Authorities and local media are examining the prior criminal history of the man accused in the Havasupai Falls tourist attack. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Suspect in Havasu Falls attack has violent past — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/suspect-havasu-falls-tourist-attack-has-prior-violent-criminal-history-records-show">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/suspect-havasu-falls-tourist-attack-has-prior-violent-criminal-history-records-show</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">45333447-971e-484b-87cd-43290695ba39</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:52:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/45333447-971e-484b-87cd-43290695ba39.mp3" length="1313452" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Authorities and local media are examining the prior criminal history of the man accused in the Havasupai Falls tourist attack. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Havasupai Falls Tourist Describes Violent Hiking Attack</title><itunes:title>Havasupai Falls Tourist Describes Violent Hiking Attack</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A New York woman says she was stabbed and attacked while hiking near Havasupai Falls in the Grand Canyon, drawing statewide attention to a remote-area public-safety case. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Woman violently attacked, stabbed while hiking Havasupai Falls — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/woman-violently-attacked-stabbed-while-hiking-havasupai-falls/75-f610d56c-a5b6-46a0-9b39-197c0b1103fa">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/woman-violently-attacked-stabbed-while-hiking-havasupai-falls/75-f610d56c-a5b6-46a0-9b39-197c0b1103fa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A New York woman says she was stabbed and attacked while hiking near Havasupai Falls in the Grand Canyon, drawing statewide attention to a remote-area public-safety case. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Woman violently attacked, stabbed while hiking Havasupai Falls — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/woman-violently-attacked-stabbed-while-hiking-havasupai-falls/75-f610d56c-a5b6-46a0-9b39-197c0b1103fa">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/woman-violently-attacked-stabbed-while-hiking-havasupai-falls/75-f610d56c-a5b6-46a0-9b39-197c0b1103fa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4273ae3f-52b9-4d6f-b58d-df5841abe650</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:52:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4273ae3f-52b9-4d6f-b58d-df5841abe650.mp3" length="1099458" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A New York woman says she was stabbed and attacked while hiking near Havasupai Falls in the Grand Canyon, drawing statewide attention to a remote-area public-safety case. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Lawmakers Demand Answers From Phoenix Police</title><itunes:title>Arizona Lawmakers Demand Answers From Phoenix Police</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>State lawmakers representing south Phoenix are pressing city leaders and the police department for accountability amid the criminal investigation involving two former officers. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lawmakers join forces putting pressure on Phoenix PD — ABC15 — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/lawmakers-join-forces-putting-pressure-on-phoenix-pd-amid-criminal-investigation">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/lawmakers-join-forces-putting-pressure-on-phoenix-pd-amid-criminal-investigation</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>State lawmakers representing south Phoenix are pressing city leaders and the police department for accountability amid the criminal investigation involving two former officers. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lawmakers join forces putting pressure on Phoenix PD — ABC15 — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/lawmakers-join-forces-putting-pressure-on-phoenix-pd-amid-criminal-investigation">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/lawmakers-join-forces-putting-pressure-on-phoenix-pd-amid-criminal-investigation</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4a3d9de6-84c4-4b94-8598-d5d77339ad3a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:51:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4a3d9de6-84c4-4b94-8598-d5d77339ad3a.mp3" length="1341036" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>State lawmakers representing south Phoenix are pressing city leaders and the police department for accountability amid the criminal investigation involving two former officers. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man chased into Phoenix street, hit by car — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/man-chased-into-phoenix-street-hit-by-car-unusual-incident/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/man-chased-into-phoenix-street-hit-by-car-unusual-incident/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A man is in critical condition after being chased into a Phoenix street and struck by a suspected impaired driver, according to Arizona&#x27;s Family. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man chased into Phoenix street, hit by car — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/man-chased-into-phoenix-street-hit-by-car-unusual-incident/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/23/man-chased-into-phoenix-street-hit-by-car-unusual-incident/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d712554c-2116-4dba-b512-f387b27b6501</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:49:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d712554c-2116-4dba-b512-f387b27b6501.mp3" length="1087340" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A man is in critical condition after being chased into a Phoenix street and struck by a suspected impaired driver, according to Arizona&apos;s Family. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>14-year-old boy critically hurt after being struck by car — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/14-year-old-boy-critically-hurt-after-being-struck-car-phoenix-crosswalk">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/14-year-old-boy-critically-hurt-after-being-struck-car-phoenix-crosswalk</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th Avenue and Dunlap. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cops suspect DUI in chain-reaction crash that sent car into hospice building — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Police suspect impairment in a chain-reaction crash that sent a vehicle into a Hospice of the Valley building in Phoenix. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cops suspect DUI in chain-reaction crash that sent car into hospice building — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">44946447-4553-4779-aa5e-86dda381ba84</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:47:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/44946447-4553-4779-aa5e-86dda381ba84.mp3" length="1313448" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Police suspect impairment in a chain-reaction crash that sent a vehicle into a Hospice of the Valley building in Phoenix. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>No threat found at Buckeye school following evacuation — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/buckeye-school-evacuated-due-bomb-threat">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/buckeye-school-evacuated-due-bomb-threat</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Buckeye school was evacuated Tuesday morning because of a reported bomb threat, but police later said no threat was found. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>No threat found at Buckeye school following evacuation — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/buckeye-school-evacuated-due-bomb-threat">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/buckeye-school-evacuated-due-bomb-threat</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4899a7b1-6169-4aac-882b-cafde846b50e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:46:42 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4899a7b1-6169-4aac-882b-cafde846b50e.mp3" length="1284200" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Buckeye school was evacuated Tuesday morning because of a reported bomb threat, but police later said no threat was found. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man in custody after hours-long standoff at Phoenix bar — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/barricade-situation-phoenix-bar-arizona/75-d54a3b43-9bdf-4252-b619-8e2760cfa956">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/barricade-situation-phoenix-bar-arizona/75-d54a3b43-9bdf-4252-b619-8e2760cfa956</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police arrested a man after an hours-long barricade at Dunes Cocktail Lounge near 35th and Dunlap avenues, where officers said he was allegedly armed. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man in custody after hours-long standoff at Phoenix bar — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/barricade-situation-phoenix-bar-arizona/75-d54a3b43-9bdf-4252-b619-8e2760cfa956">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/barricade-situation-phoenix-bar-arizona/75-d54a3b43-9bdf-4252-b619-8e2760cfa956</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ad7c83d-42e8-49fe-bbf2-01cdef8f245a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:45:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5ad7c83d-42e8-49fe-bbf2-01cdef8f245a.mp3" length="1160481" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police arrested a man after an hours-long barricade at Dunes Cocktail Lounge near 35th and Dunlap avenues, where officers said he was allegedly armed. 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This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ground stop for some flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor ends — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/ground-stop-issued-at-phoenix-sky-harbor-international-airport-for-some-flights/75-e70cc23e-8bc0-4246-93c8-e61a27c97523">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/ground-stop-issued-at-phoenix-sky-harbor-international-airport-for-some-flights/75-e70cc23e-8bc0-4246-93c8-e61a27c97523</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A ground stop affecting some flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was lifted after temporarily disrupting Tuesday evening operations. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ground stop for some flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor ends — 12News — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/ground-stop-issued-at-phoenix-sky-harbor-international-airport-for-some-flights/75-e70cc23e-8bc0-4246-93c8-e61a27c97523">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/ground-stop-issued-at-phoenix-sky-harbor-international-airport-for-some-flights/75-e70cc23e-8bc0-4246-93c8-e61a27c97523</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">867dae2a-670d-49b6-9c61-0db767db4783</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 16:45:13 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/867dae2a-670d-49b6-9c61-0db767db4783.mp3" length="1305935" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A ground stop affecting some flights at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport was lifted after temporarily disrupting Tuesday evening operations. Phoenix Right Now has the confirmed local details, why the update matters now, and the practical timing or location information residents may need. This evening report avoids speculation and focuses on the next concrete development to watch as agencies, businesses, schools, courts or event organizers release new information.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley Indoor Events Offer Relief From Triple-Digit Heat</title><itunes:title>Valley Indoor Events Offer Relief From Triple-Digit Heat</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Museums, exhibitions, shopping districts and indoor entertainment venues are leaning into late-summer demand for heat-friendly activities. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Museums, exhibitions, shopping districts and indoor entertainment venues are leaning into late-summer demand for heat-friendly activities. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3163a0e4-9b29-4462-8a69-967b3ca7b922</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:42:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3163a0e4-9b29-4462-8a69-967b3ca7b922.mp3" length="1299244" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Museums, exhibitions, shopping districts and indoor entertainment venues are leaning into late-summer demand for heat-friendly activities. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Freeway construction and rush-hour crashes continue making I-10, I-17 and Loop 101 the Valley&#x27;s main morning traffic pressure points. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this traffic update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7486bbe4-897e-4ff0-b1a6-19f409489ad4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:41:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7486bbe4-897e-4ff0-b1a6-19f409489ad4.mp3" length="1097786" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Freeway construction and rush-hour crashes continue making I-10, I-17 and Loop 101 the Valley&apos;s main morning traffic pressure points. 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Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Din Tai Fung Plans Chandler-Area Expansion</title><itunes:title>Din Tai Fung Plans Chandler-Area Expansion</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Din Tai Fung is part of the new restaurant pipeline tied to East Valley shopping and development. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">67a3bbe3-3989-4305-93e7-cfaa1962fa1e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:40:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/67a3bbe3-3989-4305-93e7-cfaa1962fa1e.mp3" length="1124523" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Din Tai Fung is part of the new restaurant pipeline tied to East Valley shopping and development. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9b95a03d-32e4-49ec-a1a3-1a003fb886c5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:39:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b95a03d-32e4-49ec-a1a3-1a003fb886c5.mp3" length="1258291" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>New and planned grocery locations are increasing competition in fast-growing Phoenix neighborhoods. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Bojangles is expanding in Arizona as national restaurant chains continue targeting Valley growth. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b91a38aa-d2f3-40e2-8f7d-5451d9b89015</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:38:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b91a38aa-d2f3-40e2-8f7d-5451d9b89015.mp3" length="1178466" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Bojangles is expanding in Arizona as national restaurant chains continue targeting Valley growth. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A future WWE Royal Rumble event is adding another large sports-entertainment date to the Valley&#x27;s event calendar. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">496514f9-e6b8-4720-b6f4-3e01f925f63f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:37:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/496514f9-e6b8-4720-b6f4-3e01f925f63f.mp3" length="1276679" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A future WWE Royal Rumble event is adding another large sports-entertainment date to the Valley&apos;s event calendar. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f337c97d-b761-45e6-9ee6-e01d637b7ce7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:36:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f337c97d-b761-45e6-9ee6-e01d637b7ce7.mp3" length="1276677" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Semiconductor and electronics investments from major companies continue broadening Arizona&apos;s technology manufacturing base. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Postino is continuing to grow its wine-cafe footprint across metro Phoenix and beyond. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">60e4f37f-b550-4597-b82c-687f47bc4214</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:35:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/60e4f37f-b550-4597-b82c-687f47bc4214.mp3" length="1053891" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Postino is continuing to grow its wine-cafe footprint across metro Phoenix and beyond. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">acf4e648-bd87-46dc-a87a-6f249f9b7117</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:35:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/acf4e648-bd87-46dc-a87a-6f249f9b7117.mp3" length="1236125" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>State land auctions remain a major driver of where housing, industrial and commercial projects can expand around metro Phoenix. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Online marketplace Whatnot&#x27;s growth and fundraising are adding attention to technology companies with Arizona connections. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b484858c-fb08-4f98-84d6-b5977c37ee13</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:34:14 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b484858c-fb08-4f98-84d6-b5977c37ee13.mp3" length="1226101" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Online marketplace Whatnot&apos;s growth and fundraising are adding attention to technology companies with Arizona connections. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The semiconductor boom around TSMC continues attracting suppliers, industrial buildings and housing to north Phoenix. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9c7c1004-e348-4733-b035-25f24237c00c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:33:15 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9c7c1004-e348-4733-b035-25f24237c00c.mp3" length="1250767" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The semiconductor boom around TSMC continues attracting suppliers, industrial buildings and housing to north Phoenix. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A proposed conversion involving former office space and hospitality use reflects Phoenix&#x27;s changing downtown real-estate market. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1d13773c-bab0-43e7-b9d0-ee8a3df8db5d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:32:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1d13773c-bab0-43e7-b9d0-ee8a3df8db5d.mp3" length="1267068" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A proposed conversion involving former office space and hospitality use reflects Phoenix&apos;s changing downtown real-estate market. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Sprouts Expansion Brings New Investment to Goodyear</title><itunes:title>Sprouts Expansion Brings New Investment to Goodyear</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Sprouts continues investing in the West Valley, adding to Goodyear&#x27;s grocery and commercial growth. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6e672a55-8061-4475-bb76-4baa6a03aa40</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:31:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6e672a55-8061-4475-bb76-4baa6a03aa40.mp3" length="1226514" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Sprouts continues investing in the West Valley, adding to Goodyear&apos;s grocery and commercial growth. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chandler residents and businesses are watching utility-rate changes as the city funds water and infrastructure needs. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this government update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ec5eeaaa-ebe9-4632-9e23-2f02df78f839</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:30:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ec5eeaaa-ebe9-4632-9e23-2f02df78f839.mp3" length="1272491" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Chandler residents and businesses are watching utility-rate changes as the city funds water and infrastructure needs. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A large Tomahawk missile contract keeps Raytheon and Arizona&#x27;s defense-manufacturing economy in focus. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae7675d3-8c70-4112-a18c-b9ce04db1635</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:29:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae7675d3-8c70-4112-a18c-b9ce04db1635.mp3" length="1253268" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A large Tomahawk missile contract keeps Raytheon and Arizona&apos;s defense-manufacturing economy in focus. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Communities around the Valley are debating proposed data centers over electricity demand, water use and neighborhood impacts. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ecaa8331-b9a6-402f-93f1-3f81e1431ecb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:28:56 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ecaa8331-b9a6-402f-93f1-3f81e1431ecb.mp3" length="1308029" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:22</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Communities around the Valley are debating proposed data centers over electricity demand, water use and neighborhood impacts. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Footprint Center is getting technology upgrades, including a new video-board project tied to the Suns and Mercury fan experience. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">84dfc679-7f85-486b-a794-6dd3a86f0dc6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:27:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/84dfc679-7f85-486b-a794-6dd3a86f0dc6.mp3" length="1180948" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Footprint Center is getting technology upgrades, including a new video-board project tied to the Suns and Mercury fan experience. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Physicians at Banner Health are part of a broader labor-organizing story in Arizona health care. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this health update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7a55de81-c90f-452e-91a3-c41180386477</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:27:15 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7a55de81-c90f-452e-91a3-c41180386477.mp3" length="1192240" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Physicians at Banner Health are part of a broader labor-organizing story in Arizona health care. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Long-term plans for Chase Field continue to center on a major renovation package and the future of downtown baseball. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">18a1a973-8ce6-4305-8aa0-ccb41fb95c10</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:26:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/18a1a973-8ce6-4305-8aa0-ccb41fb95c10.mp3" length="1069369" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Long-term plans for Chase Field continue to center on a major renovation package and the future of downtown baseball. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Suns are moving toward training camp and preseason with roster chemistry and expectations becoming the next major basketball story. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">311ad503-f686-441e-b080-af04b4bce809</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:25:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/311ad503-f686-441e-b080-af04b4bce809.mp3" length="967375" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Suns are moving toward training camp and preseason with roster chemistry and expectations becoming the next major basketball story. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Phoenix Mercury remain in the heart of the WNBA playoff race with late-season games carrying increasing weight. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">93108133-7ed1-487a-9ffa-8e09fea9d3ac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:25:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/93108133-7ed1-487a-9ffa-8e09fea9d3ac.mp3" length="1167982" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Phoenix Mercury remain in the heart of the WNBA playoff race with late-season games carrying increasing weight. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona&#x27;s recent comeback win over Cincinnati provided a bright spot as the club pushes through the final weeks of the season. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ad5809a-e014-41bb-a4ff-4296d1e6a785</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:24:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ad5809a-e014-41bb-a4ff-4296d1e6a785.mp3" length="1140418" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona&apos;s recent comeback win over Cincinnati provided a bright spot as the club pushes through the final weeks of the season. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cubs Shut Out Diamondbacks in Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Cubs Shut Out Diamondbacks in Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Diamondbacks were held scoreless in a loss to the Cubs as the late-season baseball schedule continues at Chase Field. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Diamondbacks were held scoreless in a loss to the Cubs as the late-season baseball schedule continues at Chase Field. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this sports update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix sports coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/sports">https://www.abc15.com/sports</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d57c1ef4-4bbe-4e57-8123-9d1296a678f9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:23:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d57c1ef4-4bbe-4e57-8123-9d1296a678f9.mp3" length="1056808" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Diamondbacks were held scoreless in a loss to the Cubs as the late-season baseball schedule continues at Chase Field. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix weather coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather">https://www.abc15.com/weather</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Valley remains locked in summer heat, with daily forecasts keeping excessive temperatures and hydration concerns in focus. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this weather update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix weather coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather">https://www.abc15.com/weather</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">03167404-bede-4dca-acec-f951acd6158d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:22:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/03167404-bede-4dca-acec-f951acd6158d.mp3" length="1224835" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Valley remains locked in summer heat, with daily forecasts keeping excessive temperatures and hydration concerns in focus. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this weather update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Tests AI Traffic Signals Around Chase Field</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Tests AI Traffic Signals Around Chase Field</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix is using artificial-intelligence traffic signals near Chase Field and plans to expand the technology to additional intersections. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this traffic update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix is using artificial-intelligence traffic signals near Chase Field and plans to expand the technology to additional intersections. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this traffic update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ef84cf94-9909-46fc-bdb5-4ffee6f56621</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:21:11 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ef84cf94-9909-46fc-bdb5-4ffee6f56621.mp3" length="1093185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix is using artificial-intelligence traffic signals near Chase Field and plans to expand the technology to additional intersections. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this traffic update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Corner at Midtown Adds Another Central Phoenix Mixed-Use Project</title><itunes:title>Corner at Midtown Adds Another Central Phoenix Mixed-Use Project</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Corner at Midtown is part of the continuing redevelopment of Central Phoenix with housing and neighborhood retail. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Corner at Midtown is part of the continuing redevelopment of Central Phoenix with housing and neighborhood retail. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">392587c3-83dd-4be5-8605-3c9534356574</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:20:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/392587c3-83dd-4be5-8605-3c9534356574.mp3" length="1219422" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Corner at Midtown is part of the continuing redevelopment of Central Phoenix with housing and neighborhood retail. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Heritage Park Gilbert Prepares First Phase Opening</title><itunes:title>Heritage Park Gilbert Prepares First Phase Opening</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Heritage Park in Gilbert is preparing to open its first phase with apartments and restaurant space. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Heritage Park in Gilbert is preparing to open its first phase with apartments and restaurant space. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1fb30a67-7791-4f19-9ed3-572144c19633</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:19:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1fb30a67-7791-4f19-9ed3-572144c19633.mp3" length="1274996" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Heritage Park in Gilbert is preparing to open its first phase with apartments and restaurant space. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The former Paradise Valley Mall site continues transforming into the PV mixed-use district with new restaurants, shops and housing. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">36e12696-6733-4574-8306-a96bd28de60e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:18:49 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/36e12696-6733-4574-8306-a96bd28de60e.mp3" length="1239890" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The former Paradise Valley Mall site continues transforming into the PV mixed-use district with new restaurants, shops and housing. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arro Tower Pushes Phoenix Skyline Higher</title><itunes:title>Arro Tower Pushes Phoenix Skyline Higher</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Arro development is planned as one of the taller new towers in Phoenix, with residential and restaurant space. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Arro development is planned as one of the taller new towers in Phoenix, with residential and restaurant space. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">05269776-d180-4e97-a788-0e13b50c21e1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:17:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/05269776-d180-4e97-a788-0e13b50c21e1.mp3" length="1241967" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Arro development is planned as one of the taller new towers in Phoenix, with residential and restaurant space. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>The Whitney Adds 328 Apartments to Downtown Phoenix Pipeline</title><itunes:title>The Whitney Adds 328 Apartments to Downtown Phoenix Pipeline</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The Whitney is planned as a 24-story downtown project with hundreds of apartments and ground-floor retail. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Whitney is planned as a 24-story downtown project with hundreds of apartments and ground-floor retail. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">73f8e308-547a-485f-9e46-8b745fdfa83f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:17:14 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/73f8e308-547a-485f-9e46-8b745fdfa83f.mp3" length="1222761" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Whitney is planned as a 24-story downtown project with hundreds of apartments and ground-floor retail. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cannon Beach is building a regular event calendar as the Mesa-area surf and entertainment project grows. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ad6aef75-e7ab-4bf7-ad4a-38cf68a0b919</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:16:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ad6aef75-e7ab-4bf7-ad4a-38cf68a0b919.mp3" length="1252430" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Cannon Beach is building a regular event calendar as the Mesa-area surf and entertainment project grows. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Titanic-themed exhibition is among the indoor attractions giving Valley residents options during late-summer heat. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4ca4daa-6959-465f-a734-4ac06d85a1f4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:15:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4ca4daa-6959-465f-a734-4ac06d85a1f4.mp3" length="1220250" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Titanic-themed exhibition is among the indoor attractions giving Valley residents options during late-summer heat. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Seafood City Events Bring Filipino Food Spotlight to Chandler</title><itunes:title>Seafood City Events Bring Filipino Food Spotlight to Chandler</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Seafood City and related food events are drawing attention to Filipino dining and grocery options in the East Valley. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Seafood City and related food events are drawing attention to Filipino dining and grocery options in the East Valley. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7a232bde-57e8-4009-9fa6-f7667b726024</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:14:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7a232bde-57e8-4009-9fa6-f7667b726024.mp3" length="1142932" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Seafood City and related food events are drawing attention to Filipino dining and grocery options in the East Valley. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Durant&#x27;s is expanding how customers can order from the longtime Central Avenue steakhouse. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">17df9fa7-db29-4282-921a-12b8cd655d24</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:13:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/17df9fa7-db29-4282-921a-12b8cd655d24.mp3" length="1238644" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Durant&apos;s is expanding how customers can order from the longtime Central Avenue steakhouse. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Angie&#x27;s fast-casual restaurant concepts continue expanding around metro Phoenix. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix food and restaurant coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2fe13903-1497-4552-8a28-1d2d4d16e166</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:12:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2fe13903-1497-4552-8a28-1d2d4d16e166.mp3" length="1286302" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Angie&apos;s fast-casual restaurant concepts continue expanding around metro Phoenix. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this food update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Immigration Slowdown Affects Phoenix Construction and Service Industries</title><itunes:title>Immigration Slowdown Affects Phoenix Construction and Service Industries</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Businesses around Phoenix are tracking how immigration enforcement and labor availability affect construction, hospitality and other industries. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Businesses around Phoenix are tracking how immigration enforcement and labor availability affect construction, hospitality and other industries. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">660626e7-93c8-4ef7-a81e-a2bf623f728a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:11:48 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/660626e7-93c8-4ef7-a81e-a2bf623f728a.mp3" length="1257464" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Businesses around Phoenix are tracking how immigration enforcement and labor availability affect construction, hospitality and other industries. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Valley housing market is cooling from earlier peaks, giving some buyers more negotiating power as inventory changes. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this housing update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">817b6009-5565-4bb9-9a20-15bd4ff4cbc1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:10:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/817b6009-5565-4bb9-9a20-15bd4ff4cbc1.mp3" length="1269979" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Valley housing market is cooling from earlier peaks, giving some buyers more negotiating power as inventory changes. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this housing update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Taiwan Opens New Phoenix Diplomatic and Business Hub</title><itunes:title>Taiwan Opens New Phoenix Diplomatic and Business Hub</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Taiwan&#x27;s growing semiconductor ties to Arizona are being supported by a new Phoenix-area diplomatic and economic presence. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Taiwan&#x27;s growing semiconductor ties to Arizona are being supported by a new Phoenix-area diplomatic and economic presence. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix business coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business">https://www.abc15.com/news/business</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">edf25c07-37ac-45e8-8ac6-ee76790acd30</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:09:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/edf25c07-37ac-45e8-8ac6-ee76790acd30.mp3" length="1271236" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Taiwan&apos;s growing semiconductor ties to Arizona are being supported by a new Phoenix-area diplomatic and economic presence. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this business update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chandler Fashion Center Redevelopment Adds New Uses</title><itunes:title>Chandler Fashion Center Redevelopment Adds New Uses</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Chandler Fashion Center continues evolving beyond traditional retail with new dining, entertainment and mixed-use plans. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Chandler Fashion Center continues evolving beyond traditional retail with new dining, entertainment and mixed-use plans. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">fc24a01e-fc3c-432c-844d-02c049fb0345</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:09:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/fc24a01e-fc3c-432c-844d-02c049fb0345.mp3" length="1283356" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Chandler Fashion Center continues evolving beyond traditional retail with new dining, entertainment and mixed-use plans. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mattel&#x27;s planned theme-park attraction remains part of the growing entertainment district around Glendale. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this development update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix development coverage — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">06e629d7-5e50-4a02-8ddf-b9b2dbcce146</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:08:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/06e629d7-5e50-4a02-8ddf-b9b2dbcce146.mp3" length="1235728" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:17</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Mattel&apos;s planned theme-park attraction remains part of the growing entertainment district around Glendale. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Waymo continues widening its autonomous ride-hailing footprint across the Phoenix metro, including more East Valley service. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this transportation update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">801404cb-030e-461c-a62f-d7288ee4f8b8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:07:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/801404cb-030e-461c-a62f-d7288ee4f8b8.mp3" length="1261618" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Waymo continues widening its autonomous ride-hailing footprint across the Phoenix metro, including more East Valley service. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this transportation update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Downtown Phoenix First Friday Returns With Arts and Street Activity</title><itunes:title>Downtown Phoenix First Friday Returns With Arts and Street Activity</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>First Friday continues bringing galleries, vendors, music and pedestrian traffic to Roosevelt Row and surrounding downtown districts. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>First Friday continues bringing galleries, vendors, music and pedestrian traffic to Roosevelt Row and surrounding downtown districts. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix events coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">43237703-c22c-4127-bf40-1cae0632f816</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:06:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/43237703-c22c-4127-bf40-1cae0632f816.mp3" length="1290478" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>First Friday continues bringing galleries, vendors, music and pedestrian traffic to Roosevelt Row and surrounding downtown districts. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this events update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Flock Cameras Raise Privacy Questions Across Phoenix Metro</title><itunes:title>Flock Cameras Raise Privacy Questions Across Phoenix Metro</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Automated license-plate reader cameras are expanding around the Valley, renewing debate over policing, data retention and oversight. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this crime update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Automated license-plate reader cameras are expanding around the Valley, renewing debate over policing, data retention and oversight. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this crime update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0c1e3084-609f-4088-8116-d83cbe4daf21</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:05:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0c1e3084-609f-4088-8116-d83cbe4daf21.mp3" length="1347729" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:24</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Automated license-plate reader cameras are expanding around the Valley, renewing debate over policing, data retention and oversight. 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The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix weather coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather">https://www.abc15.com/weather</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Valley&#x27;s dry pattern remains a major weather and water story as forecasters watch seasonal signals including El Niño. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this weather update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix weather coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather">https://www.abc15.com/weather</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e3c55d00-4636-4590-a23c-9fc680e9a785</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:04:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e3c55d00-4636-4590-a23c-9fc680e9a785.mp3" length="1203519" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Valley&apos;s dry pattern remains a major weather and water story as forecasters watch seasonal signals including El Niño. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this weather update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Postal Service Problems Draw New Complaints</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Postal Service Problems Draw New Complaints</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Valley residents are raising concerns about delayed or disrupted mail service in parts of the Phoenix metro. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this community update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valley residents are raising concerns about delayed or disrupted mail service in parts of the Phoenix metro. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this community update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">302eb360-0bfe-4677-9812-061fcb3e863d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:03:35 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/302eb360-0bfe-4677-9812-061fcb3e863d.mp3" length="1196003" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:15</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Valley residents are raising concerns about delayed or disrupted mail service in parts of the Phoenix metro. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this community update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Voucher Reform Debate Returns to State Politics</title><itunes:title>Arizona Voucher Reform Debate Returns to State Politics</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>School-voucher policy remains a major Arizona issue as lawmakers and advocates debate costs, oversight and eligibility. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this education update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>School-voucher policy remains a major Arizona issue as lawmakers and advocates debate costs, oversight and eligibility. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this education update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3191e82d-0792-4751-82a1-02db44fdeeac</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:02:41 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3191e82d-0792-4751-82a1-02db44fdeeac.mp3" length="1292555" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:21</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>School-voucher policy remains a major Arizona issue as lawmakers and advocates debate costs, oversight and eligibility. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this education update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Colorado River Cuts Keep Arizona Water Planning Under Pressure</title><itunes:title>Colorado River Cuts Keep Arizona Water Planning Under Pressure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona continues preparing for reduced Colorado River supplies as federal and interstate negotiations shape future water allocations. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this water update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona continues preparing for reduced Colorado River supplies as federal and interstate negotiations shape future water allocations. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this water update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d000873c-6ccc-48cb-8eeb-9615cd1500c7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:01:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d000873c-6ccc-48cb-8eeb-9615cd1500c7.mp3" length="1265395" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona continues preparing for reduced Colorado River supplies as federal and interstate negotiations shape future water allocations. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this water update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix West Side Light Rail Extension Moves Back Into Focus</title><itunes:title>Phoenix West Side Light Rail Extension Moves Back Into Focus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix transportation leaders are again discussing a west-side light rail extension as the region plans its next generation of transit investment. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this transit update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix transportation leaders are again discussing a west-side light rail extension as the region plans its next generation of transit investment. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this transit update. The story is part of this morning&#x27;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ABC15 Arizona current local coverage — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-25<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news">https://www.abc15.com/news</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7195d3f5-a2bf-4982-a9be-59f5e4baa5be</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 07:00:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7195d3f5-a2bf-4982-a9be-59f5e4baa5be.mp3" length="1071878" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix transportation leaders are again discussing a west-side light rail extension as the region plans its next generation of transit investment. Phoenix Right Now has the key local context, what residents should watch next, and the practical timing or location details tied to this transit update. The story is part of this morning&apos;s broader local news sweep and will be updated as new confirmed information becomes available.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Faces Deepest Colorado River Cuts Under New Federal Plan</title><itunes:title>Arizona Faces Deepest Colorado River Cuts Under New Federal Plan</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona will take the largest reductions among Lower Basin states under a newly finalized Colorado River conservation plan lasting through 2028. The decision directly affects Central Arizona Project supplies and keeps water security at the center of planning for Phoenix growth, agriculture and long-term development.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona hit hardest by Colorado River cuts — KTAR — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/arizona-colorado-river-cuts">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/arizona-colorado-river-cuts</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona will take the largest reductions among Lower Basin states under a newly finalized Colorado River conservation plan lasting through 2028. The decision directly affects Central Arizona Project supplies and keeps water security at the center of planning for Phoenix growth, agriculture and long-term development.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona hit hardest by Colorado River cuts — KTAR — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/arizona-colorado-river-cuts">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/arizona-colorado-river-cuts</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5cacda7c-4675-4f78-ad21-ca97ca15a347</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:02:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5cacda7c-4675-4f78-ad21-ca97ca15a347.mp3" length="1077733" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona will take the largest reductions among Lower Basin states under a newly finalized Colorado River conservation plan lasting through 2028. The decision directly affects Central Arizona Project supplies and keeps water security at the center of planning for Phoenix growth, agriculture and long-term development.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Biotech Closure Will Eliminate 90 North Valley Jobs</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Biotech Closure Will Eliminate 90 North Valley Jobs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its north Phoenix facility and eliminate 90 jobs by the end of 2026. The company, which processes donated human tissue for medical use, cited declining revenue tied to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement changes in a state WARN filing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix biotech firm to shutter facility, lay off 90 employees — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its north Phoenix facility and eliminate 90 jobs by the end of 2026. The company, which processes donated human tissue for medical use, cited declining revenue tied to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement changes in a state WARN filing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix biotech firm to shutter facility, lay off 90 employees — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d990c5ce-e889-4376-807c-6974f4575201</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:00:48 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d990c5ce-e889-4376-807c-6974f4575201.mp3" length="1102388" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its north Phoenix facility and eliminate 90 jobs by the end of 2026. 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Scattered showers followed, but rainfall was limited in many neighborhoods as forecasters shifted attention back to extreme heat through the rest of the week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix gets dust, rain from storm system Sunday night — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/phoenix-gets-dust-rain-storm-system-sunday-night/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/phoenix-gets-dust-rain-storm-system-sunday-night/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A large haboob swept across metro Phoenix Sunday night, reducing visibility and triggering a dust storm warning across much of the Valley. Scattered showers followed, but rainfall was limited in many neighborhoods as forecasters shifted attention back to extreme heat through the rest of the week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix gets dust, rain from storm system Sunday night — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/phoenix-gets-dust-rain-storm-system-sunday-night/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/phoenix-gets-dust-rain-storm-system-sunday-night/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9ca2d8c3-3dcf-410e-8da9-3dd18eb55dee</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:00:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9ca2d8c3-3dcf-410e-8da9-3dd18eb55dee.mp3" length="1059757" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A large haboob swept across metro Phoenix Sunday night, reducing visibility and triggering a dust storm warning across much of the Valley. Scattered showers followed, but rainfall was limited in many neighborhoods as forecasters shifted attention back to extreme heat through the rest of the week.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Veterinarian Warns of Rare Heat Injury Threatening Dogs</title><itunes:title>Arizona Veterinarian Warns of Rare Heat Injury Threatening Dogs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona veterinarians are warning Valley pet owners about a lesser-known heat injury affecting dogs during the prolonged August heat wave. The warning comes as Phoenix remains under extreme heat alerts and daytime temperatures continue above 110 degrees, creating risks beyond the more familiar concerns about paw burns and heat stroke.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Rare heat injury in dogs prompts warning from Arizona veterinarian — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/rare-heat-injury-dogs-prompts-warning-arizona-veterinarian/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/rare-heat-injury-dogs-prompts-warning-arizona-veterinarian/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona veterinarians are warning Valley pet owners about a lesser-known heat injury affecting dogs during the prolonged August heat wave. The warning comes as Phoenix remains under extreme heat alerts and daytime temperatures continue above 110 degrees, creating risks beyond the more familiar concerns about paw burns and heat stroke.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Rare heat injury in dogs prompts warning from Arizona veterinarian — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/rare-heat-injury-dogs-prompts-warning-arizona-veterinarian/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/rare-heat-injury-dogs-prompts-warning-arizona-veterinarian/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5ec6fea5-f486-49b3-9f1b-223a802b9a7d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:59:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5ec6fea5-f486-49b3-9f1b-223a802b9a7d.mp3" length="1089435" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona veterinarians are warning Valley pet owners about a lesser-known heat injury affecting dogs during the prolonged August heat wave. The warning comes as Phoenix remains under extreme heat alerts and daytime temperatures continue above 110 degrees, creating risks beyond the more familiar concerns about paw burns and heat stroke.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Takes Largest Share of New Colorado River Water Cuts</title><itunes:title>Arizona Takes Largest Share of New Colorado River Water Cuts</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona will absorb the largest reductions among the states and tribes relying on the Colorado River under a new federal conservation plan running through 2028. The Interior Department adopted a Lower Basin agreement developed by Arizona, California and Nevada, with Central Arizona Project supplies among the most closely watched.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona sees largest Colorado River cuts under new federal water deal — AZFamily — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/21/finalized-colorado-river-reduction-plan-details-water-cuts-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/21/finalized-colorado-river-reduction-plan-details-water-cuts-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona will absorb the largest reductions among the states and tribes relying on the Colorado River under a new federal conservation plan running through 2028. The Interior Department adopted a Lower Basin agreement developed by Arizona, California and Nevada, with Central Arizona Project supplies among the most closely watched.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona sees largest Colorado River cuts under new federal water deal — AZFamily — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/21/finalized-colorado-river-reduction-plan-details-water-cuts-arizona/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/21/finalized-colorado-river-reduction-plan-details-water-cuts-arizona/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6e8456f0-2d40-4eca-a678-a98fa24a485e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:51:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6e8456f0-2d40-4eca-a678-a98fa24a485e.mp3" length="1247003" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona will absorb the largest reductions among the states and tribes relying on the Colorado River under a new federal conservation plan running through 2028. The Interior Department adopted a Lower Basin agreement developed by Arizona, California and Nevada, with Central Arizona Project supplies among the most closely watched.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Avondale QuikTrip Fight Ends in Deadly Shooting</title><itunes:title>Avondale QuikTrip Fight Ends in Deadly Shooting</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Avondale police are investigating a fatal shooting that followed a fight between two men at a QuikTrip near Avondale Boulevard and Van Buren Street Saturday evening. Officers responded around 7:30 p.m.; one man died and another was hospitalized as detectives worked to reconstruct the confrontation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fight at Avondale QuikTrip between two men turns deadly — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fight-avondale-quiktrip-between-two-men-turns-deadly">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fight-avondale-quiktrip-between-two-men-turns-deadly</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Avondale police are investigating a fatal shooting that followed a fight between two men at a QuikTrip near Avondale Boulevard and Van Buren Street Saturday evening. Officers responded around 7:30 p.m.; one man died and another was hospitalized as detectives worked to reconstruct the confrontation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Fight at Avondale QuikTrip between two men turns deadly — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fight-avondale-quiktrip-between-two-men-turns-deadly">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fight-avondale-quiktrip-between-two-men-turns-deadly</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e80b2b85-d5a5-4750-9172-510562e19ef8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:50:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e80b2b85-d5a5-4750-9172-510562e19ef8.mp3" length="1132051" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Avondale police are investigating a fatal shooting that followed a fight between two men at a QuikTrip near Avondale Boulevard and Van Buren Street Saturday evening. Officers responded around 7:30 p.m.; one man died and another was hospitalized as detectives worked to reconstruct the confrontation.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Six Hurt, Including Four Children, in Mesa Two-Vehicle Crash</title><itunes:title>Six Hurt, Including Four Children, in Mesa Two-Vehicle Crash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Mesa police say six people, including four children, were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Country Club Drive and McKellips Road Sunday afternoon. Officers were called just before 3 p.m., and emergency crews transported the injured for treatment while investigators worked to determine how the collision happened.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Six people, including four children, hurt in Mesa crash Sunday afternoon — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/six-people-including-four-children-hurt-in-mesa-crash-sunday-afternoon">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/six-people-including-four-children-hurt-in-mesa-crash-sunday-afternoon</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Mesa police say six people, including four children, were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Country Club Drive and McKellips Road Sunday afternoon. Officers were called just before 3 p.m., and emergency crews transported the injured for treatment while investigators worked to determine how the collision happened.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Six people, including four children, hurt in Mesa crash Sunday afternoon — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/six-people-including-four-children-hurt-in-mesa-crash-sunday-afternoon">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/six-people-including-four-children-hurt-in-mesa-crash-sunday-afternoon</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">91a533b7-afd4-4612-a266-70c5adb4970c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:49:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/91a533b7-afd4-4612-a266-70c5adb4970c.mp3" length="1166755" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Mesa police say six people, including four children, were injured in a two-vehicle crash near Country Club Drive and McKellips Road Sunday afternoon. Officers were called just before 3 p.m., and emergency crews transported the injured for treatment while investigators worked to determine how the collision happened.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Teen Critically Hurt in 35th Avenue Crosswalk Crash</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Teen Critically Hurt in 35th Avenue Crosswalk Crash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap avenues Saturday evening. Investigators say the adult male driver was traveling south on 35th Avenue, and the crash remains under investigation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen seriously hurt after being hit by vehicle in north Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap avenues Saturday evening. Investigators say the adult male driver was traveling south on 35th Avenue, and the crash remains under investigation.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen seriously hurt after being hit by vehicle in north Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">64afe2ba-c9fd-4dea-a2c0-026b85a0bcb0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:49:11 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64afe2ba-c9fd-4dea-a2c0-026b85a0bcb0.mp3" length="1190995" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:14</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being struck by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap avenues Saturday evening. Investigators say the adult male driver was traveling south on 35th Avenue, and the crash remains under investigation.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>TSMC’s North Phoenix Expansion Raises New Water Questions</title><itunes:title>TSMC’s North Phoenix Expansion Raises New Water Questions</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>TSMC’s massive north Phoenix semiconductor expansion is drawing renewed scrutiny over water demand as Arizona faces deeper Colorado River cuts. The company is investing another $100 billion in the Phoenix complex while residents and water planners continue asking how a major water-intensive industry will fit into the Valley’s long-term supply picture.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona’s chip footprint grows, but TSMC’s water demand sparks questions — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizonas-chip-footprint-grows-tsmcs-water-demand-sparks-questions/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizonas-chip-footprint-grows-tsmcs-water-demand-sparks-questions/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>TSMC’s massive north Phoenix semiconductor expansion is drawing renewed scrutiny over water demand as Arizona faces deeper Colorado River cuts. The company is investing another $100 billion in the Phoenix complex while residents and water planners continue asking how a major water-intensive industry will fit into the Valley’s long-term supply picture.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona’s chip footprint grows, but TSMC’s water demand sparks questions — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizonas-chip-footprint-grows-tsmcs-water-demand-sparks-questions/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizonas-chip-footprint-grows-tsmcs-water-demand-sparks-questions/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4e06e980-20ce-4189-b59e-94e9c0baed3c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:48:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4e06e980-20ce-4189-b59e-94e9c0baed3c.mp3" length="1330652" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:23</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>TSMC’s massive north Phoenix semiconductor expansion is drawing renewed scrutiny over water demand as Arizona faces deeper Colorado River cuts. The company is investing another $100 billion in the Phoenix complex while residents and water planners continue asking how a major water-intensive industry will fit into the Valley’s long-term supply picture.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Pedestrian Killed Near 48th and Van Buren in East Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Pedestrian Killed Near 48th and Van Buren in East Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision near 48th and Van Buren streets. Officers say 44-year-old Sharmarke Ismail was struck late Sunday while crossing 48th Street outside a marked crosswalk. The driver remained at the scene and police said impairment was not suspected.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man not in crosswalk struck, killed by vehicle in east Phoenix — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/man-not-crosswalk-struck-killed-by-vehicle-east-phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/man-not-crosswalk-struck-killed-by-vehicle-east-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision near 48th and Van Buren streets. Officers say 44-year-old Sharmarke Ismail was struck late Sunday while crossing 48th Street outside a marked crosswalk. The driver remained at the scene and police said impairment was not suspected.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man not in crosswalk struck, killed by vehicle in east Phoenix — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/man-not-crosswalk-struck-killed-by-vehicle-east-phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/man-not-crosswalk-struck-killed-by-vehicle-east-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a61a44b6-b6fb-4581-8f0a-4530641ad06a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:21:58 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a61a44b6-b6fb-4581-8f0a-4530641ad06a.mp3" length="1085250" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police are investigating a fatal pedestrian collision near 48th and Van Buren streets. Officers say 44-year-old Sharmarke Ismail was struck late Sunday while crossing 48th Street outside a marked crosswalk. The driver remained at the scene and police said impairment was not suspected.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Restaurants Await State’s First Michelin Guide Awards</title><itunes:title>Arizona Restaurants Await State’s First Michelin Guide Awards</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona restaurants could receive the state’s first Michelin stars when the guide holds its inaugural Southwest ceremony in Las Vegas this week. The new regional guide covers Arizona along with other Southwest destinations, bringing the globally recognized restaurant-rating system into the Phoenix and Scottsdale dining markets.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona could secure its first-ever Michelin star this week — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona restaurants could receive the state’s first Michelin stars when the guide holds its inaugural Southwest ceremony in Las Vegas this week. The new regional guide covers Arizona along with other Southwest destinations, bringing the globally recognized restaurant-rating system into the Phoenix and Scottsdale dining markets.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona could secure its first-ever Michelin star this week — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9aedfe6d-6699-4914-b139-c120e00c34e9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:21:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9aedfe6d-6699-4914-b139-c120e00c34e9.mp3" length="1109977" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona restaurants could receive the state’s first Michelin stars when the guide holds its inaugural Southwest ceremony in Las Vegas this week. 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Tempe Fire Medical Rescue responded Thursday morning, and ASU says the university is supporting the student-athlete and family while respecting medical privacy.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU student-athlete hospitalized after collapsing on first day of classes — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona State University hockey student-athlete remains hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor workout at Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe. Tempe Fire Medical Rescue responded Thursday morning, and ASU says the university is supporting the student-athlete and family while respecting medical privacy.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU student-athlete hospitalized after collapsing on first day of classes — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b3ea82ed-831c-429f-97d7-3a2233df876b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:21:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b3ea82ed-831c-429f-97d7-3a2233df876b.mp3" length="1103234" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona State University hockey student-athlete remains hospitalized after collapsing during an outdoor workout at Sun Angel Stadium in Tempe. 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Ildemaro Vargas hit a two-run triple, Corbin Carroll added two extra-base hits, and six Arizona relievers combined for six scoreless innings.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Diamondbacks rally in 7th, top Reds to keep pace in wild-card race — Reuters — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/diamondbacks-rally-7th-top-reds-keep-pace-wild-card-race--flm-2026-08-24/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/diamondbacks-rally-7th-top-reds-keep-pace-wild-card-race--flm-2026-08-24/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The Arizona Diamondbacks scored four runs in the seventh inning to beat Cincinnati 5-3 at Chase Field and remain in the National League wild-card race. 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The project would become part of a much larger planned power and digital infrastructure campus in the Harquahala Valley.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Copia Power seeks rezoning for 3,100-acre solar and data center project near Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/copia-power-seeks-rezoning-for-3-100-acre-solar-and-data-center-project-near-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/copia-power-seeks-rezoning-for-3-100-acre-solar-and-data-center-project-near-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Copia Power is seeking to rezone roughly 3,100 acres near Tonopah for the Belmont Energy Center, combining utility-scale solar generation, battery storage, gas generation and data centers. The project would become part of a much larger planned power and digital infrastructure campus in the Harquahala Valley.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Copia Power seeks rezoning for 3,100-acre solar and data center project near Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/copia-power-seeks-rezoning-for-3-100-acre-solar-and-data-center-project-near-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/copia-power-seeks-rezoning-for-3-100-acre-solar-and-data-center-project-near-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bd23af3a-b976-44fb-90fc-228e039cef7b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:19:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bd23af3a-b976-44fb-90fc-228e039cef7b.mp3" length="1151292" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Copia Power is seeking to rezone roughly 3,100 acres near Tonopah for the Belmont Energy Center, combining utility-scale solar generation, battery storage, gas generation and data centers. The project would become part of a much larger planned power and digital infrastructure campus in the Harquahala Valley.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix 12-Year-Old Collects Nearly 30,000 Diapers for Local Families</title><itunes:title>Phoenix 12-Year-Old Collects Nearly 30,000 Diapers for Local Families</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Twelve-year-old Sloan Petty collected nearly 30,000 diapers in the fifth year of her community donation drive and delivered them to Nourish Phoenix. The central Phoenix food and clothing bank says diapers remain a high-demand household item that cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona girl collects nearly 30k diapers in annual donation drive — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizona-girl-collects-nearly-30k-diapers-annual-donation-drive/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizona-girl-collects-nearly-30k-diapers-annual-donation-drive/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Twelve-year-old Sloan Petty collected nearly 30,000 diapers in the fifth year of her community donation drive and delivered them to Nourish Phoenix. The central Phoenix food and clothing bank says diapers remain a high-demand household item that cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona girl collects nearly 30k diapers in annual donation drive — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizona-girl-collects-nearly-30k-diapers-annual-donation-drive/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/24/arizona-girl-collects-nearly-30k-diapers-annual-donation-drive/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ca068406-e213-4b11-8add-fff76e33ebc5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:18:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ca068406-e213-4b11-8add-fff76e33ebc5.mp3" length="1056840" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Twelve-year-old Sloan Petty collected nearly 30,000 diapers in the fifth year of her community donation drive and delivered them to Nourish Phoenix. The central Phoenix food and clothing bank says diapers remain a high-demand household item that cannot be purchased with SNAP benefits.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Forces Zillow and Redfin to End $100 Million Rental Deal</title><itunes:title>Arizona Forces Zillow and Redfin to End $100 Million Rental Deal</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona joined federal regulators and four other states in a settlement requiring Zillow and Redfin to unwind an agreement that regulators said eliminated competition in apartment advertising. The companies must resume competing and pay $2 million after Zillow had paid Redfin $100 million under the challenged deal.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona AG: Zillow, Redfin must pay $2 million, end illegal deal — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li><li>Attorney General James Stops Illegal Scheme to Eliminate Competition Between Zillow and Redfin — New York Attorney General — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-stops-illegal-scheme-eliminate-competition-between-zillow">https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-stops-illegal-scheme-eliminate-competition-between-zillow</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona joined federal regulators and four other states in a settlement requiring Zillow and Redfin to unwind an agreement that regulators said eliminated competition in apartment advertising. The companies must resume competing and pay $2 million after Zillow had paid Redfin $100 million under the challenged deal.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Arizona AG: Zillow, Redfin must pay $2 million, end illegal deal — AZFamily — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li><li>Attorney General James Stops Illegal Scheme to Eliminate Competition Between Zillow and Redfin — New York Attorney General — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-stops-illegal-scheme-eliminate-competition-between-zillow">https://ag.ny.gov/press-release/2026/attorney-general-james-stops-illegal-scheme-eliminate-competition-between-zillow</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">25247ac4-1213-46cd-844d-a0a3194ef9d5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:17:56 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/25247ac4-1213-46cd-844d-a0a3194ef9d5.mp3" length="1079823" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona joined federal regulators and four other states in a settlement requiring Zillow and Redfin to unwind an agreement that regulators said eliminated competition in apartment advertising. The companies must resume competing and pay $2 million after Zillow had paid Redfin $100 million under the challenged deal.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Biotech Firm to Close Facility and Lay Off 90 Workers</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Biotech Firm to Close Facility and Lay Off 90 Workers</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its Phoenix facility at 1125 West Pinnacle Peak Road by the end of 2026 and lay off 90 employees. The tissue bank cited declining revenue tied to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement changes in a state WARN filing submitted Aug. 17.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix biotech firm to shutter facility, lay off 90 employees — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its Phoenix facility at 1125 West Pinnacle Peak Road by the end of 2026 and lay off 90 employees. The tissue bank cited declining revenue tied to Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement changes in a state WARN filing submitted Aug. 17.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix biotech firm to shutter facility, lay off 90 employees — ABC15 Arizona / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/phoenix-biotech-firm-to-shutter-facility-lay-off-90-employees</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">737ee7f0-66e7-4d51-b674-f7363b745177</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:17:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/737ee7f0-66e7-4d51-b674-f7363b745177.mp3" length="1082746" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Pinnacle Transplant Technologies plans to close its Phoenix facility at 1125 West Pinnacle Peak Road by the end of 2026 and lay off 90 employees. 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Authorities have not identified the specific high school involved or the content of the downloaded footage, and Cruz is due back in court Aug. 28.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe school employee arrested after audit finds he &#x27;misused&#x27; security footage, cops say — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/tempe-school-employee-arrested-after-audit-finds-him-misusing-security-footage-cops-say">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/tempe-school-employee-arrested-after-audit-finds-him-misusing-security-footage-cops-say</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tempe police arrested Tempe Union High School District employee Antony Nikai Cruz after an internal audit allegedly uncovered unauthorized downloading of school security footage. Cruz faces a felony voyeurism charge, and investigators are still working to identify the full scope of the activity and any potential victims. Authorities have not identified the specific high school involved or the content of the downloaded footage, and Cruz is due back in court Aug. 28.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe school employee arrested after audit finds he &#x27;misused&#x27; security footage, cops say — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/tempe-school-employee-arrested-after-audit-finds-him-misusing-security-footage-cops-say">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/tempe-school-employee-arrested-after-audit-finds-him-misusing-security-footage-cops-say</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">31f72271-e7b7-4a39-9f37-dfaf81eb9442</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:03:21 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/31f72271-e7b7-4a39-9f37-dfaf81eb9442.mp3" length="1160899" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tempe police arrested Tempe Union High School District employee Antony Nikai Cruz after an internal audit allegedly uncovered unauthorized downloading of school security footage. Cruz faces a felony voyeurism charge, and investigators are still working to identify the full scope of the activity and any potential victims. Authorities have not identified the specific high school involved or the content of the downloaded footage, and Cruz is due back in court Aug. 28.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Flooding Closes State Route 238 Between Maricopa and Gila Bend</title><itunes:title>Flooding Closes State Route 238 Between Maricopa and Gila Bend</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Flooding has closed State Route 238 in both directions from Ralston Road in Maricopa to State Route 85 in Gila Bend. ADOT is directing drivers to use Interstate 8 as a detour and has not announced when the desert highway will reopen. The Arizona Department of Transportation has not announced an estimated reopening time for the route between western Pinal County and Gila Bend.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Flooding closes highway between Maricopa and Gila Bend — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-traffic/state-route-238-closed-gila-bend-maricopa">https://ktar.com/arizona-traffic/state-route-238-closed-gila-bend-maricopa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Flooding has closed State Route 238 in both directions from Ralston Road in Maricopa to State Route 85 in Gila Bend. ADOT is directing drivers to use Interstate 8 as a detour and has not announced when the desert highway will reopen. The Arizona Department of Transportation has not announced an estimated reopening time for the route between western Pinal County and Gila Bend.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Flooding closes highway between Maricopa and Gila Bend — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-traffic/state-route-238-closed-gila-bend-maricopa">https://ktar.com/arizona-traffic/state-route-238-closed-gila-bend-maricopa</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5bb85583-08e5-4f49-8354-a734c76c80ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:02:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5bb85583-08e5-4f49-8354-a734c76c80ed.mp3" length="1109914" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Flooding has closed State Route 238 in both directions from Ralston Road in Maricopa to State Route 85 in Gila Bend. ADOT is directing drivers to use Interstate 8 as a detour and has not announced when the desert highway will reopen. The Arizona Department of Transportation has not announced an estimated reopening time for the route between western Pinal County and Gila Bend.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Suspected DUI Crash Sends Car Into Phoenix Hospice Building</title><itunes:title>Suspected DUI Crash Sends Car Into Phoenix Hospice Building</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police are investigating a suspected impaired-driving crash that sent a vehicle into a Hospice of the Valley facility near 16th Street and Flower Street. Investigators say the driver first struck another vehicle before crashing into the occupied building. No staff members or occupants of the other car were injured.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cops suspect DUI in chain-reaction crash that sent car hurtling into Phoenix hospice building — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police are investigating a suspected impaired-driving crash that sent a vehicle into a Hospice of the Valley facility near 16th Street and Flower Street. Investigators say the driver first struck another vehicle before crashing into the occupied building. No staff members or occupants of the other car were injured.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cops suspect DUI in chain-reaction crash that sent car hurtling into Phoenix hospice building — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/cops-suspect-dui-chain-reaction-crash-sent-car-hurtling-phoenix-hospice-building</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f6d301c3-d718-4924-be6d-75182a1760c8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:01:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f6d301c3-d718-4924-be6d-75182a1760c8.mp3" length="1109911" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police are investigating a suspected impaired-driving crash that sent a vehicle into a Hospice of the Valley facility near 16th Street and Flower Street. Investigators say the driver first struck another vehicle before crashing into the occupied building. No staff members or occupants of the other car were injured.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>VAI Resort Takes Control of Long-Delayed Mattel Adventure Park</title><itunes:title>VAI Resort Takes Control of Long-Delayed Mattel Adventure Park</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>VAI Resort says it is now the developer, owner and operator of Glendale’s long-delayed Mattel Adventure Park after former project leader Glen Bilbo stepped away. The attraction is part of a larger resort plan with hotels, restaurants, an amphitheater, conference space and major recreation features. The larger VAI Resort plan includes about 1,100 hotel rooms, 11 restaurants, an amphitheater, conference space and a major pool area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Developer Bilbo exits Mattel park development in Arizona, presses on with $539M Kansas City plan — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/mattel-adventure-park-developer-exits-project">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/mattel-adventure-park-developer-exits-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>VAI Resort says it is now the developer, owner and operator of Glendale’s long-delayed Mattel Adventure Park after former project leader Glen Bilbo stepped away. The attraction is part of a larger resort plan with hotels, restaurants, an amphitheater, conference space and major recreation features. The larger VAI Resort plan includes about 1,100 hotel rooms, 11 restaurants, an amphitheater, conference space and a major pool area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Developer Bilbo exits Mattel park development in Arizona, presses on with $539M Kansas City plan — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/mattel-adventure-park-developer-exits-project">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/mattel-adventure-park-developer-exits-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ddd371e-e150-41be-8fd4-6c86bba4231a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:01:02 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1ddd371e-e150-41be-8fd4-6c86bba4231a.mp3" length="1130812" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>VAI Resort says it is now the developer, owner and operator of Glendale’s long-delayed Mattel Adventure Park after former project leader Glen Bilbo stepped away. 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The planned branch will sit on the Gila River Health Care campus in Sacaton, about 40 miles southeast of Phoenix Sky Harbor.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>University of Arizona to open nation’s 1st MD medical school on tribal land — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/university-of-arizona-medical-school-tribal-land">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/university-of-arizona-medical-school-tribal-land</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix plans to open a branch campus on Gila River Indian Community land in Sacaton in 2027. University leaders say it will be the first MD-granting medical school campus on tribal land in the United States. The planned branch will sit on the Gila River Health Care campus in Sacaton, about 40 miles southeast of Phoenix Sky Harbor.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>University of Arizona to open nation’s 1st MD medical school on tribal land — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/university-of-arizona-medical-school-tribal-land">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/university-of-arizona-medical-school-tribal-land</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">65e3b104-7f0a-44c8-8ab4-d16e03dc4ff2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 13:00:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/65e3b104-7f0a-44c8-8ab4-d16e03dc4ff2.mp3" length="1175120" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix plans to open a branch campus on Gila River Indian Community land in Sacaton in 2027. University leaders say it will be the first MD-granting medical school campus on tribal land in the United States. The planned branch will sit on the Gila River Health Care campus in Sacaton, about 40 miles southeast of Phoenix Sky Harbor.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Amazon Expands Phoenix Drone Delivery to 16 ZIP Codes</title><itunes:title>Amazon Expands Phoenix Drone Delivery to 16 ZIP Codes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Amazon is expanding drone delivery across 16 Phoenix-area ZIP codes after operating near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years. The move follows Walmart’s own expansion plans, putting two major retailers into a broader race to scale airborne delivery across the Valley. Amazon has already operated drone delivery near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years and announced the broader service area on Aug. 19.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Drone wars: Amazon, Walmart race to expand delivery across Phoenix metro — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/amazon-walmart-drone-delivery-phoenix">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/amazon-walmart-drone-delivery-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Amazon is expanding drone delivery across 16 Phoenix-area ZIP codes after operating near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years. The move follows Walmart’s own expansion plans, putting two major retailers into a broader race to scale airborne delivery across the Valley. Amazon has already operated drone delivery near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years and announced the broader service area on Aug. 19.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Drone wars: Amazon, Walmart race to expand delivery across Phoenix metro — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/amazon-walmart-drone-delivery-phoenix">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/amazon-walmart-drone-delivery-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f8c64e36-359a-440e-aecd-6ca45f273387</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:59:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f8c64e36-359a-440e-aecd-6ca45f273387.mp3" length="1247832" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Amazon is expanding drone delivery across 16 Phoenix-area ZIP codes after operating near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years. The move follows Walmart’s own expansion plans, putting two major retailers into a broader race to scale airborne delivery across the Valley. Amazon has already operated drone delivery near its Tolleson warehouse for almost two years and announced the broader service area on Aug. 19.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Avondale Tech Center Breaks Ground on 700,000-Square-Foot Campus</title><itunes:title>Avondale Tech Center Breaks Ground on 700,000-Square-Foot Campus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Construction has begun on Avondale Tech Center, a three-building industrial campus planned for roughly 700,000 square feet on 38 acres near Interstate 10. The project is designed for advanced manufacturing, aerospace, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, research and defense users in the fast-growing West Valley corridor. Individual buildings are planned at roughly 212,000 to 254,000 square feet with heavy power capacity and secure industrial specifications.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Construction begins on Avondale Tech Center, a 700,000-square-foot industrial campus — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/construction-begins-on-avondale-tech-center-a-700000-square-foot-industrial-campus">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/construction-begins-on-avondale-tech-center-a-700000-square-foot-industrial-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Construction has begun on Avondale Tech Center, a three-building industrial campus planned for roughly 700,000 square feet on 38 acres near Interstate 10. The project is designed for advanced manufacturing, aerospace, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, research and defense users in the fast-growing West Valley corridor. Individual buildings are planned at roughly 212,000 to 254,000 square feet with heavy power capacity and secure industrial specifications.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Construction begins on Avondale Tech Center, a 700,000-square-foot industrial campus — KTAR / Phoenix Business Journal — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/construction-begins-on-avondale-tech-center-a-700000-square-foot-industrial-campus">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/construction-begins-on-avondale-tech-center-a-700000-square-foot-industrial-campus</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">60bf8661-710c-41b9-a87c-5aa46763b5ed</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:58:42 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/60bf8661-710c-41b9-a87c-5aa46763b5ed.mp3" length="1271666" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Construction has begun on Avondale Tech Center, a three-building industrial campus planned for roughly 700,000 square feet on 38 acres near Interstate 10. The project is designed for advanced manufacturing, aerospace, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, research and defense users in the fast-growing West Valley corridor. Individual buildings are planned at roughly 212,000 to 254,000 square feet with heavy power capacity and secure industrial specifications.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Haboob Brings Dust, Only 0.04 Inches of Rain at Sky Harbor</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Haboob Brings Dust, Only 0.04 Inches of Rain at Sky Harbor</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Sunday-night haboob pushed across metro Phoenix, triggering a dust storm warning but producing little widespread rain. Sky Harbor measured only 0.04 inches, bringing Phoenix’s 2026 monsoon total to 1.25 inches. Forecasters now expect hot, mostly dry conditions through the workweek. The city’s monsoon total now stands at 1.25 inches, about four-tenths below normal for this point in the season.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix forecast calls for continued high temperatures without additional monsoon activity — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/monsoon-storm-phoenix-dust-rain-heat">https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/monsoon-storm-phoenix-dust-rain-heat</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Sunday-night haboob pushed across metro Phoenix, triggering a dust storm warning but producing little widespread rain. Sky Harbor measured only 0.04 inches, bringing Phoenix’s 2026 monsoon total to 1.25 inches. Forecasters now expect hot, mostly dry conditions through the workweek. The city’s monsoon total now stands at 1.25 inches, about four-tenths below normal for this point in the season.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix forecast calls for continued high temperatures without additional monsoon activity — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/monsoon-storm-phoenix-dust-rain-heat">https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/monsoon-storm-phoenix-dust-rain-heat</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d9e529d6-fed3-45aa-9fd7-f4e0bf5057d4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:58:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d9e529d6-fed3-45aa-9fd7-f4e0bf5057d4.mp3" length="1119531" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Sunday-night haboob pushed across metro Phoenix, triggering a dust storm warning but producing little widespread rain. Sky Harbor measured only 0.04 inches, bringing Phoenix’s 2026 monsoon total to 1.25 inches. Forecasters now expect hot, mostly dry conditions through the workweek. The city’s monsoon total now stands at 1.25 inches, about four-tenths below normal for this point in the season.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Heat Record Falls as 115-Degree Week Builds</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Heat Record Falls as 115-Degree Week Builds</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix hit 115 degrees at Sky Harbor on Aug. 22, breaking a daily record that had stood since 2011. The Valley’s extreme heat warning has been extended again, and forecasts call for temperatures above 110 through much of the week, with another shot at 115 around midweek. Sky Harbor is the official climate station used for Phoenix records, and the current extreme heat warning is scheduled to continue through Saturday night.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix breaks 15-year-old daily heat record as extreme heat warning extended — KTAR — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-new-daily-heat-record-aug-22">https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-new-daily-heat-record-aug-22</a></li><li>Daily Forecast — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/daily-forecast">https://www.abc15.com/weather/daily-forecast</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix hit 115 degrees at Sky Harbor on Aug. 22, breaking a daily record that had stood since 2011. The Valley’s extreme heat warning has been extended again, and forecasts call for temperatures above 110 through much of the week, with another shot at 115 around midweek. Sky Harbor is the official climate station used for Phoenix records, and the current extreme heat warning is scheduled to continue through Saturday night.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix breaks 15-year-old daily heat record as extreme heat warning extended — KTAR — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-new-daily-heat-record-aug-22">https://ktar.com/arizona-weather-news/phoenix-new-daily-heat-record-aug-22</a></li><li>Daily Forecast — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/daily-forecast">https://www.abc15.com/weather/daily-forecast</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">799aa386-606d-48be-a02a-1a17312738b7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:58:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/799aa386-606d-48be-a02a-1a17312738b7.mp3" length="1097782" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix hit 115 degrees at Sky Harbor on Aug. 22, breaking a daily record that had stood since 2011. The Valley’s extreme heat warning has been extended again, and forecasts call for temperatures above 110 through much of the week, with another shot at 115 around midweek. Sky Harbor is the official climate station used for Phoenix records, and the current extreme heat warning is scheduled to continue through Saturday night.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Police Chief Questions Motive in Violent Traffic Stop Case</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Police Chief Questions Motive in Violent Traffic Stop Case</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano says investigators are still trying to determine why former officers Luis Vasquez Jr. and Antonio Felix initiated the Aug. 5 South Phoenix traffic stop that led to their firings and arrests. Court documents describe alleged assaults, a Taser deployment, an unactivated body camera and multiple felony charges.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Police chief has ‘unanswered questions’ after 2 officers arrested for violent traffic stop — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-police-officers-arrested-chief-talks">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-police-officers-arrested-chief-talks</a></li><li>Fired Phoenix officers admit to violent traffic stop, court documents show — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fired-phoenix-officers-admit-violent-traffic-stop-court-documents-show">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fired-phoenix-officers-admit-violent-traffic-stop-court-documents-show</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano says investigators are still trying to determine why former officers Luis Vasquez Jr. and Antonio Felix initiated the Aug. 5 South Phoenix traffic stop that led to their firings and arrests. Court documents describe alleged assaults, a Taser deployment, an unactivated body camera and multiple felony charges.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Police chief has ‘unanswered questions’ after 2 officers arrested for violent traffic stop — KTAR — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-police-officers-arrested-chief-talks">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-police-officers-arrested-chief-talks</a></li><li>Fired Phoenix officers admit to violent traffic stop, court documents show — FOX 10 Phoenix — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fired-phoenix-officers-admit-violent-traffic-stop-court-documents-show">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/fired-phoenix-officers-admit-violent-traffic-stop-court-documents-show</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a9422eba-fb0b-42df-b051-e2909a85a2ab</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 12:57:35 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a9422eba-fb0b-42df-b051-e2909a85a2ab.mp3" length="1093618" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix Police Chief Matt Giordano says investigators are still trying to determine why former officers Luis Vasquez Jr. and Antonio Felix initiated the Aug. 5 South Phoenix traffic stop that led to their firings and arrests. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Monday Forecast Keeps Extreme Heat as Main Story — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Even after monsoon storms, the broader weather pattern remains dominated by exceptional heat, with rain offering only temporary cooling. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Monday Forecast Keeps Extreme Heat as Main Story — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2e8bf57a-443b-416a-b423-62c4cd160bb6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:35:35 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2e8bf57a-443b-416a-b423-62c4cd160bb6.mp3" length="989946" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Even after monsoon storms, the broader weather pattern remains dominated by exceptional heat, with rain offering only temporary cooling. 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The growth has also made the Valley an attractive test market for autonomous vehicles and other transportation technology.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Farmers-Market Growth Challenges Summer Assumptions — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Growers report stronger summer demand even though Phoenix markets are usually associated with cooler months. Phoenix remains one of the country&#x27;s fastest-growing large metros, driving demand for housing, roads, water, power and new commercial development. The growth has also made the Valley an attractive test market for autonomous vehicles and other transportation technology.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Farmers-Market Growth Challenges Summer Assumptions — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">69ca9ee9-f976-4536-8364-b997ef2679f7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:35:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/69ca9ee9-f976-4536-8364-b997ef2679f7.mp3" length="1067689" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Growers report stronger summer demand even though Phoenix markets are usually associated with cooler months. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Monday Brief: Officer Arrests, Heat and Monsoon Cleanup — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">19e9e5d3-37e1-4ec2-8f9b-e47211e39ac2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:34:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/19e9e5d3-37e1-4ec2-8f9b-e47211e39ac2.mp3" length="1025069" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The Valley starts Monday with two fired officers facing criminal charges, ongoing extreme heat, storm cleanup and new questions around the Diamondbacks lineup. The value of a morning snapshot is the combination: what is still developing from the weekend and what residents need to watch as the workweek begins. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Heat Response Expands From Trails to Shelters and Fire Crews</title><itunes:title>Heat Response Expands From Trails to Shelters and Fire Crews</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Trail closures, shelter demand and rapid cooling treatment are all parts of the same heat-response system during the prolonged 110-degree stretch. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. 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Residents often cross several city boundaries during a normal commute.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Rental Assistance Pilot Tests Targeted Housing Strategy — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">87a238ca-0c45-49e2-8e8a-79b98a0770cd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:32:56 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/87a238ca-0c45-49e2-8e8a-79b98a0770cd.mp3" length="939806" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>00:59</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The South Phoenix eviction program concentrates aid in four ZIP codes, testing whether targeted help can prevent displacement more effectively. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Driver Ejection Case Puts Seat-Belt and Crash Sequence Under Review — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">20d20a73-7018-490d-b303-cd7939204158</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:30:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/20d20a73-7018-490d-b303-cd7939204158.mp3" length="984531" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The fatal north Phoenix crash in which a driver was ejected puts investigators’ attention on speed, restraint use and the collision sequence. 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Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Community Responds to Criminal Probe of Officers — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Residents are reacting to the criminal investigation involving two city police officers accused in a violent traffic stop. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>South Phoenix Community Responds to Criminal Probe of Officers — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">abbc80bf-214e-4365-a10a-aa1a9cf57f3f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:28:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/abbc80bf-214e-4365-a10a-aa1a9cf57f3f.mp3" length="970734" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Residents are reacting to the criminal investigation involving two city police officers accused in a violent traffic stop. 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The growth has also made the Valley an attractive test market for autonomous vehicles and other transportation technology.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field Renovation Gets Project Leadership — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Valley businessman has been named to lead the roughly $500 million Chase Field renovation project. Phoenix remains one of the country&#x27;s fastest-growing large metros, driving demand for housing, roads, water, power and new commercial development. 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The technology story is really about capability and control at the same time: what the system can do, who can use it and what oversight exists when something goes wrong.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Waymo Opens Next-Generation Ojai Robotaxis to Valley Riders — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Waymo has opened its next-generation Ojai robotaxis to riders in the Phoenix area, deepening the Valley’s role as an autonomous-vehicle test market. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Farmers Markets See Summer Surge — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">52392589-d802-4280-9393-8f9cf3326672</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:24:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/52392589-d802-4280-9393-8f9cf3326672.mp3" length="1024211" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona growers say more shoppers are turning to farmers markets despite the summer heat, driven by food prices, safety concerns and interest in local products. 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The technology story is really about capability and control at the same time: what the system can do, who can use it and what oversight exists when something goes wrong. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away..</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Maricopa County Investigates More Than 500 Possible Heat Deaths</title><itunes:title>Maricopa County Investigates More Than 500 Possible Heat Deaths</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>More than 500 possible heat-related deaths are under investigation in Maricopa County this summer. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Firefighters Use Ice-Bag Therapy for Heat-Stricken Hikers — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3f764e6f-b4fc-45cd-a6b4-6e0ef6e59b76</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:22:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3f764e6f-b4fc-45cd-a6b4-6e0ef6e59b76.mp3" length="1027997" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:04</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix firefighters are using a rapid cooling technique that places heat-stroke patients inside a large bag packed with ice and water. 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Residents often cross several city boundaries during a normal commute.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Four Phoenix ZIP Codes Gain Eviction-Prevention Help — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County and Phoenix are offering targeted financial assistance to renters at risk of eviction in four South Phoenix ZIP codes. The housing effect is measured in monthly cost, available units and whether residents can remain in the same community as prices and supply change. Across the Valley, rapid growth and extreme weather repeatedly overlap with transportation, housing and public-safety issues. 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Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Teen Gets 14 Years for Fatal Scooter-Rider Shooting — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix teen was sentenced to 14 years in prison after a brief confrontation ended with scooter rider Porfirio Medina being shot and killed. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Teen Gets 14 Years for Fatal Scooter-Rider Shooting — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4948cce1-0caa-475d-b85b-d0ea61f1fcbd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:18:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4948cce1-0caa-475d-b85b-d0ea61f1fcbd.mp3" length="976164" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:01</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix teen was sentenced to 14 years in prison after a brief confrontation ended with scooter rider Porfirio Medina being shot and killed. 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Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix PPP Fraud Defendant Sentenced After $1 Million Scheme — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix man is heading to prison after prosecutors said he claimed millions in payroll expenses for a company with no employees and used relief money on cryptocurrency and cosmetic dentistry. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix PPP Fraud Defendant Sentenced After $1 Million Scheme — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ee742247-21e3-4294-9517-4631d5c2add7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:17:49 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ee742247-21e3-4294-9517-4631d5c2add7.mp3" length="999572" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix man is heading to prison after prosecutors said he claimed millions in payroll expenses for a company with no employees and used relief money on cryptocurrency and cosmetic dentistry. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Tree-Cover Gap Becomes Extreme-Heat Health Issue — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Neighborhoods with fewer mature trees and less shade are experiencing higher heat exposure during Phoenix’s extreme summer. The issue becomes local when it affects infrastructure, health, water, shade, beaches or the cost of maintaining public space. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Tree-Cover Gap Becomes Extreme-Heat Health Issue — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">65f930d2-63a2-40f4-a4e5-354348592c72</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:17:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/65f930d2-63a2-40f4-a4e5-354348592c72.mp3" length="997895" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Neighborhoods with fewer mature trees and less shade are experiencing higher heat exposure during Phoenix’s extreme summer. The issue becomes local when it affects infrastructure, health, water, shade, beaches or the cost of maintaining public space. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Stabbing Suspect Arrested Days After Restaurant Killing</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Stabbing Suspect Arrested Days After Restaurant Killing</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Police arrested 25-year-old Traquan Munson in the stabbing death of Lonnie Shepherd Jr. outside a restaurant near 24th Avenue and Thomas Road. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Stabbing Suspect Arrested Days After Restaurant Killing — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Police arrested 25-year-old Traquan Munson in the stabbing death of Lonnie Shepherd Jr. outside a restaurant near 24th Avenue and Thomas Road. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Stabbing Suspect Arrested Days After Restaurant Killing — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f9909ca8-c2de-4b92-9352-954efc63ca0e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:17:01 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f9909ca8-c2de-4b92-9352-954efc63ca0e.mp3" length="1055163" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Police arrested 25-year-old Traquan Munson in the stabbing death of Lonnie Shepherd Jr. outside a restaurant near 24th Avenue and Thomas Road. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>QuikTrip Security Guard Shooting Remains Under Investigation</title><itunes:title>QuikTrip Security Guard Shooting Remains Under Investigation</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>QuikTrip Security Guard Shooting Remains Under Investigation — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. Phoenix relies on wide arterial roads and a freeway loop system that carries long-distance trips across the Valley. I-10, Loop 101, Loop 202 and State Route 51 are especially important, and a closure on one can shift traffic several miles away.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>QuikTrip Security Guard Shooting Remains Under Investigation — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7bcca83a-b475-4066-9e6c-e2ac3eca2184</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:16:13 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7bcca83a-b475-4066-9e6c-e2ac3eca2184.mp3" length="1007512" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Concertgoers Endure 110-Degree Heat Downtown — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two major downtown concerts recently drew large crowds despite temperatures around 110 degrees. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Concertgoers Endure 110-Degree Heat Downtown — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">446a3c6c-c94a-4c1a-a3bf-5637657462a5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:15:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/446a3c6c-c94a-4c1a-a3bf-5637657462a5.mp3" length="987024" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:02</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Two major downtown concerts recently drew large crowds despite temperatures around 110 degrees. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Van Buren Concert Chaos Raises Questions After Abrupt Ending</title><itunes:title>Van Buren Concert Chaos Raises Questions After Abrupt Ending</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A sold-out Phoenix concert ended abruptly after sound problems, with rapper Nine Vicious seen leading the crowd in angry chants toward the venue. The region increasingly supports specialized audiences, so smaller cultural events and venues can be economically meaningful even without arena-size crowds. Across the Valley, rapid growth and extreme weather repeatedly overlap with transportation, housing and public-safety issues. Residents often cross several city boundaries during a normal commute.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Van Buren Concert Chaos Raises Questions After Abrupt Ending — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A sold-out Phoenix concert ended abruptly after sound problems, with rapper Nine Vicious seen leading the crowd in angry chants toward the venue. The region increasingly supports specialized audiences, so smaller cultural events and venues can be economically meaningful even without arena-size crowds. Across the Valley, rapid growth and extreme weather repeatedly overlap with transportation, housing and public-safety issues. Residents often cross several city boundaries during a normal commute.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Van Buren Concert Chaos Raises Questions After Abrupt Ending — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3af8f499-2a30-4f24-8836-52393320e58b</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:15:17 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3af8f499-2a30-4f24-8836-52393320e58b.mp3" length="957357" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A sold-out Phoenix concert ended abruptly after sound problems, with rapper Nine Vicious seen leading the crowd in angry chants toward the venue. The region increasingly supports specialized audiences, so smaller cultural events and venues can be economically meaningful even without arena-size crowds. Across the Valley, rapid growth and extreme weather repeatedly overlap with transportation, housing and public-safety issues. Residents often cross several city boundaries during a normal commute.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Professor Builds Giant Sparky From Lego</title><itunes:title>ASU Professor Builds Giant Sparky From Lego</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona State University professor is spending hours a day building a giant Lego version of Sparky, combining engineering-style planning and school spirit. This is the kind of local story that changes how people use a neighborhood, institution or shared public space, which is why the details matter beyond the people directly involved.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>ASU Professor Builds Giant Sparky From Lego — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An Arizona State University professor is spending hours a day building a giant Lego version of Sparky, combining engineering-style planning and school spirit. 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The Diamondbacks are in the stretch run, the Cardinals are finishing preseason work and the Mercury are deep into the WNBA schedule.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Police Seek Witnesses in Deadly Soccer-Park Beating — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Detectives released photos of people they want to speak with in the homicide investigation involving a 19-year-old who died after a fight at Sueno Park. Late August gives the Valley several major sports storylines at once. The Diamondbacks are in the stretch run, the Cardinals are finishing preseason work and the Mercury are deep into the WNBA schedule.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Police Seek Witnesses in Deadly Soccer-Park Beating — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ae6cfb1f-28de-40d4-a5d6-7d5360b59b5c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:14:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ae6cfb1f-28de-40d4-a5d6-7d5360b59b5c.mp3" length="1036350" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Detectives released photos of people they want to speak with in the homicide investigation involving a 19-year-old who died after a fight at Sueno Park. 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Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Monsoon Dust Wall Leaves Phoenix With Damage and Blackouts — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An overnight monsoon pushed a large dust wall, heavy rain and hundreds of lightning strikes across the Valley, leaving tree damage and scattered outages. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Monsoon Dust Wall Leaves Phoenix With Damage and Blackouts — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">df286c00-21cd-40d3-a1eb-0a486d2e294e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:13:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/df286c00-21cd-40d3-a1eb-0a486d2e294e.mp3" length="1083997" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An overnight monsoon pushed a large dust wall, heavy rain and hundreds of lightning strikes across the Valley, leaving tree damage and scattered outages. Monsoon season can deliver extreme heat, blowing dust, lightning and heavy rain within the same evening. Outflow winds may arrive before the rain and can reduce visibility quickly, while isolated storms can flood low crossings even if most of the Valley stays dry.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Man Faces Teen Sex-Abuse Allegations With Possible Additional Victims</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Man Faces Teen Sex-Abuse Allegations With Possible Additional Victims</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix man faces charges in Surprise involving allegations of sexual abuse of a teenage girl, and police are investigating possible additional victims. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Man Faces Teen Sex-Abuse Allegations With Possible Additional Victims — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix man faces charges in Surprise involving allegations of sexual abuse of a teenage girl, and police are investigating possible additional victims. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Man Faces Teen Sex-Abuse Allegations With Possible Additional Victims — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6d2c8c14-318e-4eab-acf8-7492ea5dea23</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:13:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6d2c8c14-318e-4eab-acf8-7492ea5dea23.mp3" length="966569" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:00</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix man faces charges in Surprise involving allegations of sexual abuse of a teenage girl, and police are investigating possible additional victims. 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Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Renames Park Formerly Named for César Chávez — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix has renamed a city park and community center that previously honored César Chávez after council action tied to sexual-assault allegations involving the labor-rights figure. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Renames Park Formerly Named for César Chávez — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a361fb41-c6f0-4c88-a3fd-a69a538db8ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:12:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a361fb41-c6f0-4c88-a3fd-a69a538db8ff.mp3" length="1011739" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix has renamed a city park and community center that previously honored César Chávez after council action tied to sexual-assault allegations involving the labor-rights figure. 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The Diamondbacks are in the stretch run, the Cardinals are finishing preseason work and the Mercury are deep into the WNBA schedule.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Ketel Marte Moves to Injured List as Diamondbacks Seek Answers — Arizona&#x27;s Family — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">25dcf77d-87dd-4913-8d4f-468b6eb93335</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 04:12:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/25dcf77d-87dd-4913-8d4f-468b6eb93335.mp3" length="1033428" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte is moving to the 10-day injured list after failing to report for a game, leaving the team with both lineup and off-field questions. 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Cases often cross boundaries because residents travel long distances across the Valley every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix Officers Fired and Arrested Over Violent Unreported Traffic Stop — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-24<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/region-phoenix-metro</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an investigation into an allegedly violent traffic stop that authorities say was not properly reported. The Phoenix metro area includes many separate police jurisdictions, including Phoenix, Mesa, Glendale, Tempe, Scottsdale and West Valley cities. 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Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Evening Heat Keeps Outdoor Events a Planning Challenge for Phoenix Right Now. Late-summer nighttime temperatures can stay high enough that outdoor queues, parking walks and stadium approaches remain uncomfortable after sunset. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3cd1ed7a-a2dd-43d1-a8b7-4c0f31ca6c65</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:30:13 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3cd1ed7a-a2dd-43d1-a8b7-4c0f31ca6c65.mp3" length="1463508" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Evening Heat Keeps Outdoor Events a Planning Challenge for Phoenix Right Now. 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Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Sunday Sports Mix Runs From MLB to WNBA to NFL for Phoenix Right Now. The Valley&#x27;s weekend included Diamondbacks baseball, Mercury basketball and Cardinals preseason football across three major venues. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">afabd790-3cf6-4eb8-beb0-1ffe0447e851</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:29:32 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/afabd790-3cf6-4eb8-beb0-1ffe0447e851.mp3" length="1470187" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Sunday Sports Mix Runs From MLB to WNBA to NFL for Phoenix Right Now. The Valley&apos;s weekend included Diamondbacks baseball, Mercury basketball and Cardinals preseason football across three major venues. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Fraud Case Shows Scale of Investment-Scheme Damage</title><itunes:title>Arizona Fraud Case Shows Scale of Investment-Scheme Damage</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Fraud Case Shows Scale of Investment-Scheme Damage for Phoenix Right Now. The Fountain Hills fraud case involved more than 500 alleged victims, showing how investment schemes can spread widely through personal networks and online promotion. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Fraud Case Shows Scale of Investment-Scheme Damage for Phoenix Right Now. The Fountain Hills fraud case involved more than 500 alleged victims, showing how investment schemes can spread widely through personal networks and online promotion. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">23ecab51-d0ce-49cf-b3ef-b2de929a1ac2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:28:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/23ecab51-d0ce-49cf-b3ef-b2de929a1ac2.mp3" length="1652003" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:43</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Fraud Case Shows Scale of Investment-Scheme Damage for Phoenix Right Now. 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Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Public-Safety Cases Put Crosswalks and Traffic Stops in Spotlight for Phoenix Right Now. The teen pedestrian crash and officer-arrest case both center on interactions occurring on Valley roads, but from very different public-safety angles. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">334f55bd-f7a5-4a7a-af60-12f977bb0b26</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:28:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/334f55bd-f7a5-4a7a-af60-12f977bb0b26.mp3" length="1483163" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Public-Safety Cases Put Crosswalks and Traffic Stops in Spotlight for Phoenix Right Now. 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Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Valley Growth Keeps Transit, Housing and Water Interconnected for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix-area growth continues to put pressure on housing affordability, road safety, utility planning and water resources at the same time. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8bc1f2a7-6b6c-4cbf-bfa3-de1289fb4406</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:27:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8bc1f2a7-6b6c-4cbf-bfa3-de1289fb4406.mp3" length="1524111" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Valley Growth Keeps Transit, Housing and Water Interconnected for Phoenix Right Now. 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Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Evening Brief: Police, Heat, Water and Weekend Events for Phoenix Right Now. Sunday evening&#x27;s strongest Valley themes include officer arrests, a critically injured teen pedestrian, long-term water worries and a busy entertainment calendar. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d841953b-540b-4df7-8853-6b19c436ef5c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:27:08 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d841953b-540b-4df7-8853-6b19c436ef5c.mp3" length="1492346" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Evening Brief: Police, Heat, Water and Weekend Events for Phoenix Right Now. Sunday evening&apos;s strongest Valley themes include officer arrests, a critically injured teen pedestrian, long-term water worries and a busy entertainment calendar. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cheap Trick and Tori Amos Split Sunday Concert Crowds Across Valley</title><itunes:title>Cheap Trick and Tori Amos Split Sunday Concert Crowds Across Valley</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick and Tori Amos Split Sunday Concert Crowds Across Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Two major Sunday concerts — Cheap Trick in Chandler and Tori Amos downtown — create separate evening traffic and entertainment zones. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick and Tori Amos Split Sunday Concert Crowds Across Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Two major Sunday concerts — Cheap Trick in Chandler and Tori Amos downtown — create separate evening traffic and entertainment zones. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a84d909a-a539-43a8-b2ef-49f25b903bae</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:26:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a84d909a-a539-43a8-b2ef-49f25b903bae.mp3" length="1552120" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick and Tori Amos Split Sunday Concert Crowds Across Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Two major Sunday concerts — Cheap Trick in Chandler and Tori Amos downtown — create separate evening traffic and entertainment zones. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chase Field Sunday Traffic Adds Pressure to Downtown Phoenix Streets</title><itunes:title>Chase Field Sunday Traffic Adds Pressure to Downtown Phoenix Streets</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Sunday Traffic Adds Pressure to Downtown Phoenix Streets for Phoenix Right Now. The Diamondbacks-Reds finale adds another concentrated wave of parking and traffic demand around Chase Field. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Sunday Traffic Adds Pressure to Downtown Phoenix Streets for Phoenix Right Now. The Diamondbacks-Reds finale adds another concentrated wave of parking and traffic demand around Chase Field. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4b074d78-daad-48aa-bf38-a75a3ef1d119</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:26:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4b074d78-daad-48aa-bf38-a75a3ef1d119.mp3" length="1580960" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Sunday Traffic Adds Pressure to Downtown Phoenix Streets for Phoenix Right Now. The Diamondbacks-Reds finale adds another concentrated wave of parking and traffic demand around Chase Field. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix&apos;s Monsoon Season Still Demands Flash-Flood Awareness</title><itunes:title>Phoenix&apos;s Monsoon Season Still Demands Flash-Flood Awareness</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix&#x27;s Monsoon Season Still Demands Flash-Flood Awareness for Phoenix Right Now. Even when rain misses much of the Valley, isolated storms can quickly flood washes and low crossings. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix&#x27;s Monsoon Season Still Demands Flash-Flood Awareness for Phoenix Right Now. Even when rain misses much of the Valley, isolated storms can quickly flood washes and low crossings. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">03b126c8-bfc9-4f74-bd8a-19db2eb5a197</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:25:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/03b126c8-bfc9-4f74-bd8a-19db2eb5a197.mp3" length="1460580" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix&apos;s Monsoon Season Still Demands Flash-Flood Awareness for Phoenix Right Now. Even when rain misses much of the Valley, isolated storms can quickly flood washes and low crossings. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Blue Alert Search Reminds Valley Drivers What Statewide Alerts Mean</title><itunes:title>Blue Alert Search Reminds Valley Drivers What Statewide Alerts Mean</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Blue Alert Search Reminds Valley Drivers What Statewide Alerts Mean for Phoenix Right Now. The active Blue Alert in the Tucson officer-killing case pushed a statewide law-enforcement warning to phones and road signs across Arizona. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Blue Alert Search Reminds Valley Drivers What Statewide Alerts Mean for Phoenix Right Now. The active Blue Alert in the Tucson officer-killing case pushed a statewide law-enforcement warning to phones and road signs across Arizona. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">375c87ad-c181-4ae8-a142-c2b5ed5bedff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:24:51 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/375c87ad-c181-4ae8-a142-c2b5ed5bedff.mp3" length="1401237" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:28</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Blue Alert Search Reminds Valley Drivers What Statewide Alerts Mean for Phoenix Right Now. The active Blue Alert in the Tucson officer-killing case pushed a statewide law-enforcement warning to phones and road signs across Arizona. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Schools Face New Questions About Security-Video Access</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Schools Face New Questions About Security-Video Access</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Schools Face New Questions About Security-Video Access for Phoenix Right Now. The Tempe Union employee arrest raises questions about who can access school surveillance systems and how districts audit use of sensitive footage. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Schools Face New Questions About Security-Video Access for Phoenix Right Now. The Tempe Union employee arrest raises questions about who can access school surveillance systems and how districts audit use of sensitive footage. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">de1322bf-e0d5-499e-9f41-2ffeb318caa1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:24:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/de1322bf-e0d5-499e-9f41-2ffeb318caa1.mp3" length="1453895" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Schools Face New Questions About Security-Video Access for Phoenix Right Now. The Tempe Union employee arrest raises questions about who can access school surveillance systems and how districts audit use of sensitive footage. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>New Tribal-Land Medical School Could Reshape Arizona Doctor Pipeline</title><itunes:title>New Tribal-Land Medical School Could Reshape Arizona Doctor Pipeline</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers New Tribal-Land Medical School Could Reshape Arizona Doctor Pipeline for Phoenix Right Now. The planned UA medical school on tribal land is designed to expand medical education and could influence the state&#x27;s long-term physician workforce. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers New Tribal-Land Medical School Could Reshape Arizona Doctor Pipeline for Phoenix Right Now. The planned UA medical school on tribal land is designed to expand medical education and could influence the state&#x27;s long-term physician workforce. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d3b4bcbf-003d-4893-be9e-e2c671087c39</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:23:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d3b4bcbf-003d-4893-be9e-e2c671087c39.mp3" length="1461424" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers New Tribal-Land Medical School Could Reshape Arizona Doctor Pipeline for Phoenix Right Now. The planned UA medical school on tribal land is designed to expand medical education and could influence the state&apos;s long-term physician workforce. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Spectrum Transition Could Affect Internet Customers Across the Valley</title><itunes:title>Spectrum Transition Could Affect Internet Customers Across the Valley</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Spectrum Transition Could Affect Internet Customers Across the Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Cox&#x27;s shift toward Spectrum after Charter&#x27;s acquisition could bring branding, billing and service changes for many Arizona households. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Spectrum Transition Could Affect Internet Customers Across the Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Cox&#x27;s shift toward Spectrum after Charter&#x27;s acquisition could bring branding, billing and service changes for many Arizona households. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b909042a-be93-46ce-9d80-b7b22fa26406</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:23:12 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b909042a-be93-46ce-9d80-b7b22fa26406.mp3" length="1560063" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Spectrum Transition Could Affect Internet Customers Across the Valley for Phoenix Right Now. Cox&apos;s shift toward Spectrum after Charter&apos;s acquisition could bring branding, billing and service changes for many Arizona households. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Water Restoration Project Links Corporate Funding to Conservation</title><itunes:title>Arizona Water Restoration Project Links Corporate Funding to Conservation</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Water Restoration Project Links Corporate Funding to Conservation for Phoenix Right Now. Google&#x27;s Apache County donation shows how private funding is being used alongside public and nonprofit work to improve watershed conditions. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Water Restoration Project Links Corporate Funding to Conservation for Phoenix Right Now. Google&#x27;s Apache County donation shows how private funding is being used alongside public and nonprofit work to improve watershed conditions. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">458aae63-6014-49c9-a078-3dd4e14bde1d</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:22:33 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/458aae63-6014-49c9-a078-3dd4e14bde1d.mp3" length="1459339" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Arizona Water Restoration Project Links Corporate Funding to Conservation for Phoenix Right Now. Google&apos;s Apache County donation shows how private funding is being used alongside public and nonprofit work to improve watershed conditions. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Colorado River Lows Keep Phoenix Water Planning in Focus</title><itunes:title>Colorado River Lows Keep Phoenix Water Planning in Focus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Colorado River Lows Keep Phoenix Water Planning in Focus for Phoenix Right Now. Historic reservoir lows matter directly to the Valley because Arizona&#x27;s growth depends on a diversified but constrained water portfolio. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Colorado River Lows Keep Phoenix Water Planning in Focus for Phoenix Right Now. Historic reservoir lows matter directly to the Valley because Arizona&#x27;s growth depends on a diversified but constrained water portfolio. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">df0d2514-4053-401b-8aef-241dcd87c57a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:21:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/df0d2514-4053-401b-8aef-241dcd87c57a.mp3" length="1472279" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Colorado River Lows Keep Phoenix Water Planning in Focus for Phoenix Right Now. Historic reservoir lows matter directly to the Valley because Arizona&apos;s growth depends on a diversified but constrained water portfolio. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Rent Program Highlights Housing-Cost Pressure</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Rent Program Highlights Housing-Cost Pressure</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Rent Program Highlights Housing-Cost Pressure for Phoenix Right Now. The new eviction-prevention pilot is aimed at preventing relatively short-term financial shocks from pushing vulnerable renters out of housing. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Rent Program Highlights Housing-Cost Pressure for Phoenix Right Now. The new eviction-prevention pilot is aimed at preventing relatively short-term financial shocks from pushing vulnerable renters out of housing. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">82802a79-9584-424a-8d74-4cf49685ff5f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:21:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/82802a79-9584-424a-8d74-4cf49685ff5f.mp3" length="1432576" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Rent Program Highlights Housing-Cost Pressure for Phoenix Right Now. The new eviction-prevention pilot is aimed at preventing relatively short-term financial shocks from pushing vulnerable renters out of housing. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Police Officer Arrests Put Phoenix Accountability Systems Under Scrutiny</title><itunes:title>Police Officer Arrests Put Phoenix Accountability Systems Under Scrutiny</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Police Officer Arrests Put Phoenix Accountability Systems Under Scrutiny for Phoenix Right Now. The arrest and firing of two Phoenix officers is likely to intensify debate over internal reporting, supervision and body-worn evidence. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Police Officer Arrests Put Phoenix Accountability Systems Under Scrutiny for Phoenix Right Now. The arrest and firing of two Phoenix officers is likely to intensify debate over internal reporting, supervision and body-worn evidence. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/">https://www.12news.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b819ad34-2203-46af-a5d9-b7c9117b38ec</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:20:52 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b819ad34-2203-46af-a5d9-b7c9117b38ec.mp3" length="1510747" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Police Officer Arrests Put Phoenix Accountability Systems Under Scrutiny for Phoenix Right Now. The arrest and firing of two Phoenix officers is likely to intensify debate over internal reporting, supervision and body-worn evidence. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Drivers Face Another Pedestrian-Safety Warning</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Drivers Face Another Pedestrian-Safety Warning</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Drivers Face Another Pedestrian-Safety Warning for Phoenix Right Now. The serious crosswalk crash involving a 14-year-old near 35th and Dunlap adds to concern about pedestrian safety on wide, high-speed Phoenix streets. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Drivers Face Another Pedestrian-Safety Warning for Phoenix Right Now. The serious crosswalk crash involving a 14-year-old near 35th and Dunlap adds to concern about pedestrian safety on wide, high-speed Phoenix streets. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b21b03f9-ecef-40d6-acef-73de8756eb35</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:20:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b21b03f9-ecef-40d6-acef-73de8756eb35.mp3" length="1626086" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Drivers Face Another Pedestrian-Safety Warning for Phoenix Right Now. The serious crosswalk crash involving a 14-year-old near 35th and Dunlap adds to concern about pedestrian safety on wide, high-speed Phoenix streets. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Recent Valley Storms Show Uneven Monsoon Rainfall</title><itunes:title>Recent Valley Storms Show Uneven Monsoon Rainfall</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Recent Valley Storms Show Uneven Monsoon Rainfall for Phoenix Right Now. A recent storm brought strong winds and rain across parts of the Valley, with rainfall totals varying sharply by location. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Recent Valley Storms Show Uneven Monsoon Rainfall for Phoenix Right Now. A recent storm brought strong winds and rain across parts of the Valley, with rainfall totals varying sharply by location. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f54638c7-0c53-4d6e-9752-05e3700a52b4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:19:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f54638c7-0c53-4d6e-9752-05e3700a52b4.mp3" length="1486482" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Recent Valley Storms Show Uneven Monsoon Rainfall for Phoenix Right Now. A recent storm brought strong winds and rain across parts of the Valley, with rainfall totals varying sharply by location. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Extreme Heat Pattern Remains Stubborn</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Extreme Heat Pattern Remains Stubborn</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Extreme Heat Pattern Remains Stubborn for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix recently endured an 18-day Extreme Heat Warning, the second-longest such stretch on record, underscoring the persistence of late-summer heat. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Why Phoenix&#x27;s extreme heat just won&#x27;t quit — 12News — 2026-08-09<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/why-phoenixs-extreme-heat-just-wont-quit-blame-the-heat-dome/75-57e9ca3e-a4ba-494a-ba93-2bb864b9f42f">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/why-phoenixs-extreme-heat-just-wont-quit-blame-the-heat-dome/75-57e9ca3e-a4ba-494a-ba93-2bb864b9f42f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Extreme Heat Pattern Remains Stubborn for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix recently endured an 18-day Extreme Heat Warning, the second-longest such stretch on record, underscoring the persistence of late-summer heat. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Why Phoenix&#x27;s extreme heat just won&#x27;t quit — 12News — 2026-08-09<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/why-phoenixs-extreme-heat-just-wont-quit-blame-the-heat-dome/75-57e9ca3e-a4ba-494a-ba93-2bb864b9f42f">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/why-phoenixs-extreme-heat-just-wont-quit-blame-the-heat-dome/75-57e9ca3e-a4ba-494a-ba93-2bb864b9f42f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ea666459-b9d4-4cb3-b91e-470d9388d3b1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:19:05 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ea666459-b9d4-4cb3-b91e-470d9388d3b1.mp3" length="1524095" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Extreme Heat Pattern Remains Stubborn for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix recently endured an 18-day Extreme Heat Warning, the second-longest such stretch on record, underscoring the persistence of late-summer heat. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Weekend Entertainment Mix Spans Rock, Comedy and Sports</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Weekend Entertainment Mix Spans Rock, Comedy and Sports</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Weekend Entertainment Mix Spans Rock, Comedy and Sports for Phoenix Right Now. The Valley&#x27;s weekend schedule combined major rock concerts, comedy, baseball, WNBA action and NFL preseason football. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Weekend Entertainment Mix Spans Rock, Comedy and Sports for Phoenix Right Now. The Valley&#x27;s weekend schedule combined major rock concerts, comedy, baseball, WNBA action and NFL preseason football. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9c4c1aab-e40b-4d4c-a60f-a0ba2862359f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:18:27 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9c4c1aab-e40b-4d4c-a60f-a0ba2862359f.mp3" length="1466434" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Weekend Entertainment Mix Spans Rock, Comedy and Sports for Phoenix Right Now. The Valley&apos;s weekend schedule combined major rock concerts, comedy, baseball, WNBA action and NFL preseason football. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>State Farm Stadium Rolls Out New Food Items</title><itunes:title>State Farm Stadium Rolls Out New Food Items</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers State Farm Stadium Rolls Out New Food Items for Phoenix Right Now. State Farm Stadium unveiled new food offerings ahead of the football season. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers State Farm Stadium Rolls Out New Food Items for Phoenix Right Now. State Farm Stadium unveiled new food offerings ahead of the football season. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9e06cc21-5f34-4a25-b733-13cf6e2927c2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:17:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9e06cc21-5f34-4a25-b733-13cf6e2927c2.mp3" length="1386584" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:27</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers State Farm Stadium Rolls Out New Food Items for Phoenix Right Now. State Farm Stadium unveiled new food offerings ahead of the football season. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Concert Calendar Stays Busy Into Fall</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Concert Calendar Stays Busy Into Fall</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Concert Calendar Stays Busy Into Fall for Phoenix Right Now. Metro Phoenix venues have a heavy concert slate stretching into 2027, according to KTAR&#x27;s updated concert calendar. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from KTAR.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix concerts calendar — KTAR — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-concerts-calendar-2026-27">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-concerts-calendar-2026-27</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Concert Calendar Stays Busy Into Fall for Phoenix Right Now. Metro Phoenix venues have a heavy concert slate stretching into 2027, according to KTAR&#x27;s updated concert calendar. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from KTAR.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix concerts calendar — KTAR — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-concerts-calendar-2026-27">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-concerts-calendar-2026-27</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ddc07e5e-aa9f-4180-b256-51fd177baaa0</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:17:21 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ddc07e5e-aa9f-4180-b256-51fd177baaa0.mp3" length="1526185" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Concert Calendar Stays Busy Into Fall for Phoenix Right Now. Metro Phoenix venues have a heavy concert slate stretching into 2027, according to KTAR&apos;s updated concert calendar. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from KTAR.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Mexican Baseball Fiesta Returns to Maryvale in September</title><itunes:title>Mexican Baseball Fiesta Returns to Maryvale in September</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Mexican Baseball Fiesta Returns to Maryvale in September for Phoenix Right Now. The annual Mexican Baseball Fiesta is scheduled to return to Maryvale in September. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Mexican Baseball Fiesta Returns to Maryvale in September for Phoenix Right Now. The annual Mexican Baseball Fiesta is scheduled to return to Maryvale in September. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news and weekend events — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/">https://www.abc15.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">567e4254-2034-4847-8ac3-bdbf37c0deca</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:16:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/567e4254-2034-4847-8ac3-bdbf37c0deca.mp3" length="1457650" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Mexican Baseball Fiesta Returns to Maryvale in September for Phoenix Right Now. The annual Mexican Baseball Fiesta is scheduled to return to Maryvale in September. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Chase Field Plans Family Field Day Frenzy</title><itunes:title>Chase Field Plans Family Field Day Frenzy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Plans Family Field Day Frenzy for Phoenix Right Now. Chase Field is preparing a family event with bounce houses, sports inflatables, coloring stations and yard games. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field to host Family Field Day Frenzy — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-16<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/chase-field-to-host-family-field-day-frenzy-this-september">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/chase-field-to-host-family-field-day-frenzy-this-september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Plans Family Field Day Frenzy for Phoenix Right Now. Chase Field is preparing a family event with bounce houses, sports inflatables, coloring stations and yard games. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Chase Field to host Family Field Day Frenzy — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-16<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/chase-field-to-host-family-field-day-frenzy-this-september">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/chase-field-to-host-family-field-day-frenzy-this-september</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0a16dfe8-fefa-471f-8ad0-38f821173e08</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:16:07 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0a16dfe8-fefa-471f-8ad0-38f821173e08.mp3" length="1482713" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Chase Field Plans Family Field Day Frenzy for Phoenix Right Now. Chase Field is preparing a family event with bounce houses, sports inflatables, coloring stations and yard games. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Team Boxing League Semifinals Bring Pro Boxing to Fort McDowell</title><itunes:title>Team Boxing League Semifinals Bring Pro Boxing to Fort McDowell</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Team Boxing League Semifinals Bring Pro Boxing to Fort McDowell for Phoenix Right Now. Team Boxing League semifinal bouts were held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort in Fort McDowell. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Team Boxing League Semifinals Bring Pro Boxing to Fort McDowell for Phoenix Right Now. Team Boxing League semifinal bouts were held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort in Fort McDowell. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">092d55ae-db3d-48b3-aca0-95998a15bd78</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:15:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/092d55ae-db3d-48b3-aca0-95998a15bd78.mp3" length="1439685" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Team Boxing League Semifinals Bring Pro Boxing to Fort McDowell for Phoenix Right Now. Team Boxing League semifinal bouts were held at We-Ko-Pa Casino Resort in Fort McDowell. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Martin Lawrence Brings Stand-Up Tour to Chandler</title><itunes:title>Martin Lawrence Brings Stand-Up Tour to Chandler</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Martin Lawrence Brings Stand-Up Tour to Chandler for Phoenix Right Now. Martin Lawrence brought his Y&#x27;all Still Know What It Is tour to Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Martin Lawrence Brings Stand-Up Tour to Chandler for Phoenix Right Now. Martin Lawrence brought his Y&#x27;all Still Know What It Is tour to Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a4f9331b-89b5-4740-80ba-68812c9cba08</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:14:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a4f9331b-89b5-4740-80ba-68812c9cba08.mp3" length="1486899" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Martin Lawrence Brings Stand-Up Tour to Chandler for Phoenix Right Now. Martin Lawrence brought his Y&apos;all Still Know What It Is tour to Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter in Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter in Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter in Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Train&#x27;s anniversary tour stopped at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter in Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Train&#x27;s anniversary tour stopped at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">110ac028-30cb-44de-b27a-52f754e7698f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:14:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/110ac028-30cb-44de-b27a-52f754e7698f.mp3" length="1468517" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Train Celebrates 25 Years of Drops of Jupiter in Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Train&apos;s anniversary tour stopped at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre with Barenaked Ladies and Matt Nathanson. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Gene Simmons Brings Solo Band to Scottsdale</title><itunes:title>Gene Simmons Brings Solo Band to Scottsdale</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Gene Simmons Brings Solo Band to Scottsdale for Phoenix Right Now. KISS co-founder Gene Simmons performed with his solo band at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Gene Simmons Brings Solo Band to Scottsdale for Phoenix Right Now. KISS co-founder Gene Simmons performed with his solo band at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e691fc37-2397-484f-aeab-3197d4e89a8c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:13:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e691fc37-2397-484f-aeab-3197d4e89a8c.mp3" length="1469340" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Gene Simmons Brings Solo Band to Scottsdale for Phoenix Right Now. KISS co-founder Gene Simmons performed with his solo band at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Mt. Joy Marks 10 Years With Phoenix Concert</title><itunes:title>Mt. Joy Marks 10 Years With Phoenix Concert</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Mt. Joy Marks 10 Years With Phoenix Concert for Phoenix Right Now. Mt. Joy brought a career-spanning anniversary concert to Arizona Financial Theatre. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Mt. Joy Marks 10 Years With Phoenix Concert for Phoenix Right Now. Mt. Joy brought a career-spanning anniversary concert to Arizona Financial Theatre. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f2a5561f-414c-425b-91f0-1d5c2116f3b2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:13:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f2a5561f-414c-425b-91f0-1d5c2116f3b2.mp3" length="1441755" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Mt. Joy Marks 10 Years With Phoenix Concert for Phoenix Right Now. Mt. Joy brought a career-spanning anniversary concert to Arizona Financial Theatre. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cardinals Host Cowboys in Only Home Preseason Game</title><itunes:title>Cardinals Host Cowboys in Only Home Preseason Game</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cardinals Host Cowboys in Only Home Preseason Game for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Cardinals faced the Dallas Cowboys at State Farm Stadium in their only home game of the 2026 preseason. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cardinals Host Cowboys in Only Home Preseason Game for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Cardinals faced the Dallas Cowboys at State Farm Stadium in their only home game of the 2026 preseason. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">33a30c93-09aa-47c5-82c6-424daaeaf4a7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:12:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/33a30c93-09aa-47c5-82c6-424daaeaf4a7.mp3" length="1479796" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Cardinals Host Cowboys in Only Home Preseason Game for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Cardinals faced the Dallas Cowboys at State Farm Stadium in their only home game of the 2026 preseason. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Mercury Hosts Atlanta Dream in Late-Season WNBA Matchup</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Mercury Hosts Atlanta Dream in Late-Season WNBA Matchup</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Mercury Hosts Atlanta Dream in Late-Season WNBA Matchup for Phoenix Right Now. The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Atlanta Dream at Mortgage Matchup Center as the WNBA season moves deeper into its late-summer stretch. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Mercury Hosts Atlanta Dream in Late-Season WNBA Matchup for Phoenix Right Now. The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Atlanta Dream at Mortgage Matchup Center as the WNBA season moves deeper into its late-summer stretch. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ddb98c8a-762b-401f-a92e-d68c50080e05</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:11:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ddb98c8a-762b-401f-a92e-d68c50080e05.mp3" length="1479391" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Mercury Hosts Atlanta Dream in Late-Season WNBA Matchup for Phoenix Right Now. The Phoenix Mercury hosted the Atlanta Dream at Mortgage Matchup Center as the WNBA season moves deeper into its late-summer stretch. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Diamondbacks Finish Reds Series at Chase Field</title><itunes:title>Diamondbacks Finish Reds Series at Chase Field</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Diamondbacks Finish Reds Series at Chase Field for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Diamondbacks host Cincinnati Sunday afternoon at Chase Field to close a three-game weekend series. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Diamondbacks Finish Reds Series at Chase Field for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Diamondbacks host Cincinnati Sunday afternoon at Chase Field to close a three-game weekend series. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5690eb17-e4d4-457b-847b-03988224eaa5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:11:15 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5690eb17-e4d4-457b-847b-03988224eaa5.mp3" length="1462238" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Diamondbacks Finish Reds Series at Chase Field for Phoenix Right Now. The Arizona Diamondbacks host Cincinnati Sunday afternoon at Chase Field to close a three-game weekend series. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tori Amos Brings In Times of Dragons Tour to Downtown Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Tori Amos Brings In Times of Dragons Tour to Downtown Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Tori Amos Brings In Times of Dragons Tour to Downtown Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Tori Amos is scheduled at Arizona Financial Theatre Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with Bartees Strange. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Tori Amos Brings In Times of Dragons Tour to Downtown Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Tori Amos is scheduled at Arizona Financial Theatre Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with Bartees Strange. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">79858e5a-73b1-4109-a5af-f82562b13b08</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:10:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/79858e5a-73b1-4109-a5af-f82562b13b08.mp3" length="1451804" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Tori Amos Brings In Times of Dragons Tour to Downtown Phoenix for Phoenix Right Now. Tori Amos is scheduled at Arizona Financial Theatre Sunday at 7:30 p.m. with Bartees Strange. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cheap Trick Plays Wild Horse Pass Sunday Night</title><itunes:title>Cheap Trick Plays Wild Horse Pass Sunday Night</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick Plays Wild Horse Pass Sunday Night for Phoenix Right Now. Cheap Trick is scheduled for a 7 p.m. Sunday concert at The Showroom at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick Plays Wild Horse Pass Sunday Night for Phoenix Right Now. Cheap Trick is scheduled for a 7 p.m. Sunday concert at The Showroom at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>This weekend: Phoenix events Aug. 21-23 — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f20cc42e-044d-4e6e-adef-d4c76f161f78</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:10:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f20cc42e-044d-4e6e-adef-d4c76f161f78.mp3" length="1481046" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Cheap Trick Plays Wild Horse Pass Sunday Night for Phoenix Right Now. Cheap Trick is scheduled for a 7 p.m. Sunday concert at The Showroom at Wild Horse Pass in Chandler. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Lake Mead and Lake Powell Record Lows Renew Arizona Water Concerns</title><itunes:title>Lake Mead and Lake Powell Record Lows Renew Arizona Water Concerns</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Lake Mead and Lake Powell Record Lows Renew Arizona Water Concerns for Phoenix Right Now. The country&#x27;s two largest reservoirs have hit historic lows, intensifying concern over Arizona&#x27;s long-term Colorado River supply. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Lake Mead and Lake Powell Record Lows Renew Arizona Water Concerns for Phoenix Right Now. The country&#x27;s two largest reservoirs have hit historic lows, intensifying concern over Arizona&#x27;s long-term Colorado River supply. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">38c186cf-8240-4bf9-be19-e848fe8ab1d6</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:09:38 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/38c186cf-8240-4bf9-be19-e848fe8ab1d6.mp3" length="1461004" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Lake Mead and Lake Powell Record Lows Renew Arizona Water Concerns for Phoenix Right Now. The country&apos;s two largest reservoirs have hit historic lows, intensifying concern over Arizona&apos;s long-term Colorado River supply. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>University of Arizona Plans Medical School on Tribal Land</title><itunes:title>University of Arizona Plans Medical School on Tribal Land</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers University of Arizona Plans Medical School on Tribal Land for Phoenix Right Now. The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix plans to open what it says will be the nation&#x27;s first MD-granting medical school on tribal land in 2027. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>University of Arizona to open nation&#x27;s first MD medical school on tribal land — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/university-of-arizona-to-open-nations-first-md-medical-school-on-tribal-land">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/university-of-arizona-to-open-nations-first-md-medical-school-on-tribal-land</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers University of Arizona Plans Medical School on Tribal Land for Phoenix Right Now. The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix plans to open what it says will be the nation&#x27;s first MD-granting medical school on tribal land in 2027. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>University of Arizona to open nation&#x27;s first MD medical school on tribal land — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/business/university-of-arizona-to-open-nations-first-md-medical-school-on-tribal-land">https://www.abc15.com/news/business/university-of-arizona-to-open-nations-first-md-medical-school-on-tribal-land</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ecdc753e-cc55-44d0-8c70-222b5c50228e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:08:36 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ecdc753e-cc55-44d0-8c70-222b5c50228e.mp3" length="1477295" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers University of Arizona Plans Medical School on Tribal Land for Phoenix Right Now. The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix plans to open what it says will be the nation&apos;s first MD-granting medical school on tribal land in 2027. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cox Customers Transition Toward Spectrum After Charter Merger</title><itunes:title>Cox Customers Transition Toward Spectrum After Charter Merger</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cox Customers Transition Toward Spectrum After Charter Merger for Phoenix Right Now. Charter Communications&#x27; acquisition of Cox means Cox customers are expected to transition toward the Spectrum brand and services. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cox customers to be switched to Spectrum — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger">https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Cox Customers Transition Toward Spectrum After Charter Merger for Phoenix Right Now. Charter Communications&#x27; acquisition of Cox means Cox customers are expected to transition toward the Spectrum brand and services. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Cox customers to be switched to Spectrum — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger">https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b9d938db-b676-4f15-9c54-93079d827130</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:08:02 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b9d938db-b676-4f15-9c54-93079d827130.mp3" length="1526201" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:35</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Cox Customers Transition Toward Spectrum After Charter Merger for Phoenix Right Now. Charter Communications&apos; acquisition of Cox means Cox customers are expected to transition toward the Spectrum brand and services. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Eviction-Prevention Pilot Offers Rent Help</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Eviction-Prevention Pilot Offers Rent Help</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Eviction-Prevention Pilot Offers Rent Help for Phoenix Right Now. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program that can provide financial help to eligible renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Eviction-Prevention Pilot Offers Rent Help for Phoenix Right Now. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program that can provide financial help to eligible renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bedb4bff-2b41-42f5-bcd8-ed17911811ef</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:07:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bedb4bff-2b41-42f5-bcd8-ed17911811ef.mp3" length="1501118" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers South Phoenix Eviction-Prevention Pilot Offers Rent Help for Phoenix Right Now. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program that can provide financial help to eligible renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Fountain Hills Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud</title><itunes:title>Fountain Hills Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Fountain Hills Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud for Phoenix Right Now. A Fountain Hills man pleaded guilty to wire fraud in investment schemes that authorities say affected more than 500 people. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Fountain Hills Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud for Phoenix Right Now. A Fountain Hills man pleaded guilty to wire fraud in investment schemes that authorities say affected more than 500 people. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a7307daf-daed-4c72-b165-28cbb1730e26</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:06:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a7307daf-daed-4c72-b165-28cbb1730e26.mp3" length="1556295" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Fountain Hills Man Pleads Guilty in Multi-Million-Dollar Fraud for Phoenix Right Now. 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Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Soccer-Park Beating Case Investigated as Homicide for Phoenix Right Now. Police say a 19-year-old died after being beaten during a fight following a soccer game at Sueno Park, turning the case into a homicide investigation. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f019f666-060b-41e6-932b-bf1981cb8b25</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:06:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f019f666-060b-41e6-932b-bf1981cb8b25.mp3" length="1703829" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:46</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix Soccer-Park Beating Case Investigated as Homicide for Phoenix Right Now. Police say a 19-year-old died after being beaten during a fight following a soccer game at Sueno Park, turning the case into a homicide investigation. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Gilbert Drunk-Driving Crash Defendant Sentenced</title><itunes:title>Gilbert Drunk-Driving Crash Defendant Sentenced</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Gilbert Drunk-Driving Crash Defendant Sentenced for Phoenix Right Now. A Mesa man was sentenced for a Gilbert crash that killed a Lyft driver, her passenger and her dog. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Gilbert Drunk-Driving Crash Defendant Sentenced for Phoenix Right Now. A Mesa man was sentenced for a Gilbert crash that killed a Lyft driver, her passenger and her dog. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2d9436b0-d202-4b48-8c38-c591c5dd1008</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:05:29 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2d9436b0-d202-4b48-8c38-c591c5dd1008.mp3" length="1544995" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Gilbert Drunk-Driving Crash Defendant Sentenced for Phoenix Right Now. A Mesa man was sentenced for a Gilbert crash that killed a Lyft driver, her passenger and her dog. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix QuikTrip Security Guard Shoots Armed Man, Police Say</title><itunes:title>Phoenix QuikTrip Security Guard Shoots Armed Man, Police Say</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix QuikTrip Security Guard Shoots Armed Man, Police Say for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix QuikTrip Security Guard Shoots Armed Man, Police Say for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8f92b107-be16-4ea9-bb94-eb266bcccf38</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:04:55 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8f92b107-be16-4ea9-bb94-eb266bcccf38.mp3" length="1632779" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Phoenix QuikTrip Security Guard Shoots Armed Man, Police Say for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say an armed man was shot and killed by a security guard during a confrontation at a north Phoenix QuikTrip near I-17. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>North Phoenix Crash Kills Driver and Injures Three</title><itunes:title>North Phoenix Crash Kills Driver and Injures Three</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers North Phoenix Crash Kills Driver and Injures Three for Phoenix Right Now. A north Phoenix crash left one man dead and three other people injured, including two children. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers North Phoenix Crash Kills Driver and Injures Three for Phoenix Right Now. A north Phoenix crash left one man dead and three other people injured, including two children. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix local news — AZFamily — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e5dd91b4-9849-42fd-8648-4b9ed711e555</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:04:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e5dd91b4-9849-42fd-8648-4b9ed711e555.mp3" length="1501530" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers North Phoenix Crash Kills Driver and Injures Three for Phoenix Right Now. A north Phoenix crash left one man dead and three other people injured, including two children. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from AZFamily.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Border Wall Protesters Occupy 200-Year-Old Cottonwood</title><itunes:title>Border Wall Protesters Occupy 200-Year-Old Cottonwood</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Border Wall Protesters Occupy 200-Year-Old Cottonwood for Phoenix Right Now. Protesters near the Arizona-Sonora border climbed a roughly 200-year-old cottonwood known locally as the Grandmother Tree to block construction activity. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Border wall protesters sit in 200-year-old tree — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/regional/the-border/border-wall-protesters-sit-in-200-year-old-tree-to-create-construction-blockade-arizona-sonora/75-a2822bf9-9480-4d78-a540-1c99585d267f">https://www.12news.com/article/news/regional/the-border/border-wall-protesters-sit-in-200-year-old-tree-to-create-construction-blockade-arizona-sonora/75-a2822bf9-9480-4d78-a540-1c99585d267f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Border Wall Protesters Occupy 200-Year-Old Cottonwood for Phoenix Right Now. Protesters near the Arizona-Sonora border climbed a roughly 200-year-old cottonwood known locally as the Grandmother Tree to block construction activity. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Border wall protesters sit in 200-year-old tree — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/regional/the-border/border-wall-protesters-sit-in-200-year-old-tree-to-create-construction-blockade-arizona-sonora/75-a2822bf9-9480-4d78-a540-1c99585d267f">https://www.12news.com/article/news/regional/the-border/border-wall-protesters-sit-in-200-year-old-tree-to-create-construction-blockade-arizona-sonora/75-a2822bf9-9480-4d78-a540-1c99585d267f</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">63563c87-a826-42db-9faf-c8d426c63004</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:03:39 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/63563c87-a826-42db-9faf-c8d426c63004.mp3" length="1464753" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Border Wall Protesters Occupy 200-Year-Old Cottonwood for Phoenix Right Now. Protesters near the Arizona-Sonora border climbed a roughly 200-year-old cottonwood known locally as the Grandmother Tree to block construction activity. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Statewide Blue Alert Continues in Search for Tucson Police-Recruit Killing Suspect</title><itunes:title>Statewide Blue Alert Continues in Search for Tucson Police-Recruit Killing Suspect</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Statewide Blue Alert Continues in Search for Tucson Police-Recruit Killing Suspect for Phoenix Right Now. Arizona authorities issued a Blue Alert while searching for a man accused of killing a Tucson police recruit. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Why Arizona issued a Blue Alert — 12News — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/why-blue-alert-issued-for-man-accused-of-killing-tucson-police-recruit-arizona/75-839196aa-54d6-46e5-a500-e1c2c8a0c161">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/why-blue-alert-issued-for-man-accused-of-killing-tucson-police-recruit-arizona/75-839196aa-54d6-46e5-a500-e1c2c8a0c161</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Statewide Blue Alert Continues in Search for Tucson Police-Recruit Killing Suspect for Phoenix Right Now. Arizona authorities issued a Blue Alert while searching for a man accused of killing a Tucson police recruit. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Why Arizona issued a Blue Alert — 12News — 2026-08-22<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/why-blue-alert-issued-for-man-accused-of-killing-tucson-police-recruit-arizona/75-839196aa-54d6-46e5-a500-e1c2c8a0c161">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/why-blue-alert-issued-for-man-accused-of-killing-tucson-police-recruit-arizona/75-839196aa-54d6-46e5-a500-e1c2c8a0c161</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3cd40e79-bac4-47f3-ad2c-40dce93dbcb2</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:03:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3cd40e79-bac4-47f3-ad2c-40dce93dbcb2.mp3" length="1621934" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Statewide Blue Alert Continues in Search for Tucson Police-Recruit Killing Suspect for Phoenix Right Now. Arizona authorities issued a Blue Alert while searching for a man accused of killing a Tucson police recruit. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tempe School District Employee Arrested Over Security-Footage Misuse</title><itunes:title>Tempe School District Employee Arrested Over Security-Footage Misuse</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Tempe School District Employee Arrested Over Security-Footage Misuse for Phoenix Right Now. A Tempe Union High School District employee was arrested after police accused him of misusing district security video. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe Union employee arrested — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/tempe-union-high-school-district-employee-arrested-for-misuse-district-security-footage/75-0fd4ab66-27c3-4a7e-a6d3-e08c96fe26f4">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/tempe-union-high-school-district-employee-arrested-for-misuse-district-security-footage/75-0fd4ab66-27c3-4a7e-a6d3-e08c96fe26f4</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Tempe School District Employee Arrested Over Security-Footage Misuse for Phoenix Right Now. A Tempe Union High School District employee was arrested after police accused him of misusing district security video. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Tempe Union employee arrested — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/tempe-union-high-school-district-employee-arrested-for-misuse-district-security-footage/75-0fd4ab66-27c3-4a7e-a6d3-e08c96fe26f4">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/tempe-union-high-school-district-employee-arrested-for-misuse-district-security-footage/75-0fd4ab66-27c3-4a7e-a6d3-e08c96fe26f4</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2488db8e-0668-4a8f-b76a-4af872886426</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:02:30 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2488db8e-0668-4a8f-b76a-4af872886426.mp3" length="1624846" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Tempe School District Employee Arrested Over Security-Footage Misuse for Phoenix Right Now. A Tempe Union High School District employee was arrested after police accused him of misusing district security video. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Two Phoenix Police Officers Fired and Arrested After Traffic Stop</title><itunes:title>Two Phoenix Police Officers Fired and Arrested After Traffic Stop</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Two Phoenix Police Officers Fired and Arrested After Traffic Stop for Phoenix Right Now. Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an investigation into an allegedly violent traffic stop that authorities say went unreported. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Two Phoenix police officers arrested, fired following violent traffic stop — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/2-phoenix-police-officers-arrested-after-violent-traffic-stop-in-tempe/75-52895d4e-b4f0-4f26-acf1-f69af05e995e">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/2-phoenix-police-officers-arrested-after-violent-traffic-stop-in-tempe/75-52895d4e-b4f0-4f26-acf1-f69af05e995e</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Two Phoenix Police Officers Fired and Arrested After Traffic Stop for Phoenix Right Now. Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an investigation into an allegedly violent traffic stop that authorities say went unreported. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Two Phoenix police officers arrested, fired following violent traffic stop — 12News — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/2-phoenix-police-officers-arrested-after-violent-traffic-stop-in-tempe/75-52895d4e-b4f0-4f26-acf1-f69af05e995e">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/2-phoenix-police-officers-arrested-after-violent-traffic-stop-in-tempe/75-52895d4e-b4f0-4f26-acf1-f69af05e995e</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3e381439-9f02-4fef-8028-b40f96ae775e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:01:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3e381439-9f02-4fef-8028-b40f96ae775e.mp3" length="1622753" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Two Phoenix Police Officers Fired and Arrested After Traffic Stop for Phoenix Right Now. Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested after an investigation into an allegedly violent traffic stop that authorities say went unreported. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from 12News.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Teen Critically Hurt After Being Hit in North Phoenix Crosswalk</title><itunes:title>Teen Critically Hurt After Being Hit in North Phoenix Crosswalk</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Teen Critically Hurt After Being Hit in North Phoenix Crosswalk for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap Saturday night. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen seriously hurt after being hit by vehicle in north Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez covers Teen Critically Hurt After Being Hit in North Phoenix Crosswalk for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap Saturday night. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Teen seriously hurt after being hit by vehicle in north Phoenix — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/teen-seriously-hurt-after-being-hit-by-vehicle-in-north-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">a5973c41-83b3-4874-b4c7-81a45e0d1ffe</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 17:01:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/a5973c41-83b3-4874-b4c7-81a45e0d1ffe.mp3" length="1556296" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez covers Teen Critically Hurt After Being Hit in North Phoenix Crosswalk for Phoenix Right Now. Phoenix police say a 14-year-old boy suffered life-threatening injuries after being hit by a vehicle while walking in a crosswalk near 35th and Dunlap Saturday night. The episode adds local context for Phoenix listeners and explains the practical impact, what is confirmed, and what to watch next. Source reporting comes from ABC15 Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Water Restoration Project Focuses on Apache County</title><itunes:title>Arizona Water Restoration Project Focuses on Apache County</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona water restoration project focuses on apache county for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google&#x27;s donation supports Trout Unlimited restoration work in northeastern Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Google announces donation for Arizona water restoration project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona water restoration project focuses on apache county for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google&#x27;s donation supports Trout Unlimited restoration work in northeastern Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Google announces donation for Arizona water restoration project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3e2139d0-8ce6-45b3-871e-d6939bb76c67</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:16:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3e2139d0-8ce6-45b3-871e-d6939bb76c67.mp3" length="1611461" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona water restoration project focuses on apache county for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google&apos;s donation supports Trout Unlimited restoration work in northeastern Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Renters in Targeted ZIP Codes Could Get Thousands in Aid</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Renters in Targeted ZIP Codes Could Get Thousands in Aid</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix renters in targeted zip codes could get thousands in aid for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The new eviction-prevention pilot is designed to provide direct financial support to eligible renters at risk of losing housing. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program targeting South Phoenix zip codes — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix renters in targeted zip codes could get thousands in aid for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The new eviction-prevention pilot is designed to provide direct financial support to eligible renters at risk of losing housing. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program targeting South Phoenix zip codes — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">f08c00e3-99bc-4e25-abbd-7292fb1ac7cc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:15:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/f08c00e3-99bc-4e25-abbd-7292fb1ac7cc.mp3" length="1626932" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix renters in targeted zip codes could get thousands in aid for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The new eviction-prevention pilot is designed to provide direct financial support to eligible renters at risk of losing housing. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Businesses Could Face Years of Rail Construction Tradeoffs</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Businesses Could Face Years of Rail Construction Tradeoffs</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix businesses could face years of rail construction tradeoffs for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Supporters see long-term mobility benefits, while businesses remember construction disruptions from earlier Valley Metro projects. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix businesses could face years of rail construction tradeoffs for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Supporters see long-term mobility benefits, while businesses remember construction disruptions from earlier Valley Metro projects. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2ad74b73-b537-43fa-9790-4940dd2c2988</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:13:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2ad74b73-b537-43fa-9790-4940dd2c2988.mp3" length="1618157" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:41</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix businesses could face years of rail construction tradeoffs for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Supporters see long-term mobility benefits, while businesses remember construction disruptions from earlier Valley Metro projects. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Transit Debate Returns to Maryvale</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Transit Debate Returns to Maryvale</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix transit debate returns to maryvale for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The revived West Side rail plan puts Maryvale transportation access back at the center of a major city planning discussion. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix transit debate returns to maryvale for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The revived West Side rail plan puts Maryvale transportation access back at the center of a major city planning discussion. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">03dd06aa-213a-48a1-8ada-fdb9c705e67e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:12:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/03dd06aa-213a-48a1-8ada-fdb9c705e67e.mp3" length="1575919" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix transit debate returns to maryvale for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. 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The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>JJ Bleday hits for cycle, Reds pound Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8da21683-f6b5-4261-8fd5-2bb0ec5e49d9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:08:14 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8da21683-f6b5-4261-8fd5-2bb0ec5e49d9.mp3" length="1578018" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:39</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down diamondbacks allow season-high 16 hits to cincinnati for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The Reds collected a season-high 16 hits in Saturday&apos;s win over Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Reds&apos; JJ Bleday Hits for Cycle in Win Over Diamondbacks</title><itunes:title>Reds&apos; JJ Bleday Hits for Cycle in Win Over Diamondbacks</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down reds&#x27; jj bleday hits for cycle in win over diamondbacks for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. JJ Bleday hit for the cycle as Cincinnati beat Arizona 11-5 Saturday night in Phoenix. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>JJ Bleday hits for cycle, Reds pound Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down reds&#x27; jj bleday hits for cycle in win over diamondbacks for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. JJ Bleday hit for the cycle as Cincinnati beat Arizona 11-5 Saturday night in Phoenix. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>JJ Bleday hits for cycle, Reds pound Diamondbacks — Reuters — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/">https://www.reuters.com/sports/baseball/jj-bleday-hits-cycle-reds-pound-diamondbacks--flm-2026-08-23/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">80b0e231-0707-4d72-a845-1cbd253c2f41</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:07:21 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/80b0e231-0707-4d72-a845-1cbd253c2f41.mp3" length="1556706" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:37</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down reds&apos; jj bleday hits for cycle in win over diamondbacks for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. JJ Bleday hit for the cycle as Cincinnati beat Arizona 11-5 Saturday night in Phoenix. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Monsoon Cleanup Continues After Wind and Rain</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Monsoon Cleanup Continues After Wind and Rain</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix monsoon cleanup continues after wind and rain for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Recent Valley storms damaged vehicles and brought localized rainfall, reminding residents how quickly monsoon conditions can shift. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix monsoon cleanup continues after wind and rain for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Recent Valley storms damaged vehicles and brought localized rainfall, reminding residents how quickly monsoon conditions can shift. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7037819c-4469-4e7e-b2b8-104745c0a3be</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:06:38 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7037819c-4469-4e7e-b2b8-104745c0a3be.mp3" length="1564645" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix monsoon cleanup continues after wind and rain for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Recent Valley storms damaged vehicles and brought localized rainfall, reminding residents how quickly monsoon conditions can shift. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley Storm Totals Show How Uneven Monsoon Rain Can Be</title><itunes:title>Valley Storm Totals Show How Uneven Monsoon Rain Can Be</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down valley storm totals show how uneven monsoon rain can be for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A midweek storm brought rain and strong winds across parts of the Valley, with totals varying by location. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down valley storm totals show how uneven monsoon rain can be for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A midweek storm brought rain and strong winds across parts of the Valley, with totals varying by location. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>How much rain did the Valley get last night? — 12News — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6">https://www.12news.com/article/weather/how-much-rain-did-the-valley-get-last-night-rainfall-totals-wednesdays-storm-arizona/75-80e0db3e-3e6c-420e-9df6-dfda7aa398f6</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9f654837-d6e9-44cd-ace5-2501257cdd63</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:05:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9f654837-d6e9-44cd-ace5-2501257cdd63.mp3" length="1426720" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down valley storm totals show how uneven monsoon rain can be for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A midweek storm brought rain and strong winds across parts of the Valley, with totals varying by location. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Water Conversation Intensifies as Colorado River Reservoirs Shrink</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Water Conversation Intensifies as Colorado River Reservoirs Shrink</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix water conversation intensifies as colorado river reservoirs shrink for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The reservoir declines renew questions about the long-term Colorado River supply serving Arizona and the Southwest. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows. Here&#x27;s what it means for Arizona. — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix water conversation intensifies as colorado river reservoirs shrink for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The reservoir declines renew questions about the long-term Colorado River supply serving Arizona and the Southwest. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows. Here&#x27;s what it means for Arizona. — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c07ebc01-8810-47aa-80ab-5ea2e02f3fea</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:05:20 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c07ebc01-8810-47aa-80ab-5ea2e02f3fea.mp3" length="1570099" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix water conversation intensifies as colorado river reservoirs shrink for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The reservoir declines renew questions about the long-term Colorado River supply serving Arizona and the Southwest. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Lake Mead and Lake Powell Hit Historic Lows</title><itunes:title>Lake Mead and Lake Powell Hit Historic Lows</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down lake mead and lake powell hit historic lows for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Arizona&#x27;s water outlook faces new pressure as Lake Mead and Lake Powell fall to historic lows. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows. Here&#x27;s what it means for Arizona. — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down lake mead and lake powell hit historic lows for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Arizona&#x27;s water outlook faces new pressure as Lake Mead and Lake Powell fall to historic lows. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Lake Mead, Lake Powell hit historic lows. Here&#x27;s what it means for Arizona. — 12News — 2026-08-18<br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/lake-mead-lake-powell-hit-historic-lows-what-it-means-for-arizona-water-future-colorado-river/75-0462c47c-0181-4211-81ab-19af089722f2</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cb6a0e4c-755d-4a44-8819-2c40d38ef716</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:04:40 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cb6a0e4c-755d-4a44-8819-2c40d38ef716.mp3" length="1593056" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:40</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down lake mead and lake powell hit historic lows for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Arizona&apos;s water outlook faces new pressure as Lake Mead and Lake Powell fall to historic lows. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Google Donates $600,000 to Arizona Water Restoration Project</title><itunes:title>Google Donates $600,000 to Arizona Water Restoration Project</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down google donates $600,000 to arizona water restoration project for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google announced a $600,000 donation to Trout Unlimited for an Apache County water restoration project. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Google announces donation for Arizona water restoration project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down google donates $600,000 to arizona water restoration project for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google announced a $600,000 donation to Trout Unlimited for an Apache County water restoration project. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Google announces donation for Arizona water restoration project — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/google-announces-donation-for-arizona-water-restoration-project</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c18905e8-7780-4656-a379-0e9a33de76d4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:04:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c18905e8-7780-4656-a379-0e9a33de76d4.mp3" length="1531215" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down google donates $600,000 to arizona water restoration project for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Google announced a $600,000 donation to Trout Unlimited for an Apache County water restoration project. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona License Plate Reader Network Raises Privacy Questions</title><itunes:title>Arizona License Plate Reader Network Raises Privacy Questions</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona license plate reader network raises privacy questions for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. ABC15 reports a crowdsourced database shows a large network of automated license plate reading cameras across Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Automated license plate reading cameras blanket Arizona — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona license plate reader network raises privacy questions for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. ABC15 reports a crowdsourced database shows a large network of automated license plate reading cameras across Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Automated license plate reading cameras blanket Arizona — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-20<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">1730acad-d18d-4962-bb78-ba581adde2fd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:03:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/1730acad-d18d-4962-bb78-ba581adde2fd.mp3" length="1574684" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:38</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down arizona license plate reader network raises privacy questions for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. ABC15 reports a crowdsourced database shows a large network of automated license plate reading cameras across Arizona. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>South Phoenix Renters Targeted in New Eviction Prevention Pilot</title><itunes:title>South Phoenix Renters Targeted in New Eviction Prevention Pilot</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down south phoenix renters targeted in new eviction prevention pilot for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program aimed at renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program targeting South Phoenix zip codes — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down south phoenix renters targeted in new eviction prevention pilot for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program aimed at renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Maricopa County Eviction Prevention Program targeting South Phoenix zip codes — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-19<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes">https://www.abc15.com/news/region-phoenix-metro/south-phoenix/maricopa-county-eviction-prevention-program-targeting-south-phoenix-zip-codes</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c73d36b8-ed50-4637-9686-dffdf81c3e30</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:02:52 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c73d36b8-ed50-4637-9686-dffdf81c3e30.mp3" length="1447626" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down south phoenix renters targeted in new eviction prevention pilot for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Maricopa County and the City of Phoenix are funding a pilot program aimed at renters at risk of eviction in targeted South Phoenix ZIP codes. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>North Phoenix Crash Leaves Man Dead and Three Others Hurt</title><itunes:title>North Phoenix Crash Leaves Man Dead and Three Others Hurt</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down north phoenix crash leaves man dead and three others hurt for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A serious north Phoenix crash killed a man and injured three other people, including two children. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man dead, three other people, including two children, hurt in north Phoenix crash — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down north phoenix crash leaves man dead and three others hurt for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A serious north Phoenix crash killed a man and injured three other people, including two children. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Man dead, three other people, including two children, hurt in north Phoenix crash — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c2e68fbe-c9e0-4d06-a08d-5b27ab8ba354</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:02:18 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c2e68fbe-c9e0-4d06-a08d-5b27ab8ba354.mp3" length="1628597" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:42</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down north phoenix crash leaves man dead and three others hurt for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A serious north Phoenix crash killed a man and injured three other people, including two children. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Looks Back at Small-Business Lessons From South Central Rail Construction</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Looks Back at Small-Business Lessons From South Central Rail Construction</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix looks back at small-business lessons from south central rail construction for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Officials know rail construction can disrupt businesses; the earlier South Phoenix extension included a $1.2 million small-business assistance program. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix looks back at small-business lessons from south central rail construction for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Officials know rail construction can disrupt businesses; the earlier South Phoenix extension included a $1.2 million small-business assistance program. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c0363a17-bda0-4b86-b893-30784a5be855</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:01:35 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c0363a17-bda0-4b86-b893-30784a5be855.mp3" length="1486096" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix looks back at small-business lessons from south central rail construction for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Officials know rail construction can disrupt businesses; the earlier South Phoenix extension included a $1.2 million small-business assistance program. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>West Phoenix Rail Study Projects 16,600 Weekday Trips by 2050</title><itunes:title>West Phoenix Rail Study Projects 16,600 Weekday Trips by 2050</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix rail study projects 16,600 weekday trips by 2050 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A 2024 analysis cited by Axios projects 16,600 weekday trips on the proposed extension by 2050. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix rail study projects 16,600 weekday trips by 2050 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A 2024 analysis cited by Axios projects 16,600 weekday trips on the proposed extension by 2050. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">47f2f4f8-4a60-4448-bf14-b0b979278bcb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:01:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/47f2f4f8-4a60-4448-bf14-b0b979278bcb.mp3" length="1662873" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:44</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix rail study projects 16,600 weekday trips by 2050 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. A 2024 analysis cited by Axios projects 16,600 weekday trips on the proposed extension by 2050. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>West Phoenix Light Rail Planning Continues Through 2027</title><itunes:title>West Phoenix Light Rail Planning Continues Through 2027</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix light rail planning continues through 2027 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The renewed planning phase is expected to continue through 2027, with funding still not secured. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix light rail planning continues through 2027 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The renewed planning phase is expected to continue through 2027, with funding still not secured. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5d630244-2cb5-4279-9807-1f4f454cebca</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 08:00:16 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5d630244-2cb5-4279-9807-1f4f454cebca.mp3" length="1531210" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:36</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down west phoenix light rail planning continues through 2027 for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The renewed planning phase is expected to continue through 2027, with funding still not secured. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Proposed West Phoenix Rail Route Would Run Toward Desert Sky Transit Center</title><itunes:title>Proposed West Phoenix Rail Route Would Run Toward Desert Sky Transit Center</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down proposed west phoenix rail route would run toward desert sky transit center for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The concept would extend west from 19th Avenue toward 75th Avenue, turn south on Thomas Road and end at Desert Sky Transit Center. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down proposed west phoenix rail route would run toward desert sky transit center for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The concept would extend west from 19th Avenue toward 75th Avenue, turn south on Thomas Road and end at Desert Sky Transit Center. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">166e6d44-d929-49cf-8b9c-46d807eedaf5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:59:35 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/166e6d44-d929-49cf-8b9c-46d807eedaf5.mp3" length="1476477" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down proposed west phoenix rail route would run toward desert sky transit center for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. The concept would extend west from 19th Avenue toward 75th Avenue, turn south on Thomas Road and end at Desert Sky Transit Center. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Restarts Planning for West Side Light Rail Extension</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Restarts Planning for West Side Light Rail Extension</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix restarts planning for west side light rail extension for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Phoenix has resumed planning for the long-delayed West Phoenix Extension, which would connect Maryvale more directly with the city center and East Valley. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix restarts planning for west side light rail extension for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Phoenix has resumed planning for the long-delayed West Phoenix Extension, which would connect Maryvale more directly with the city center and East Valley. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">82e5e939-4b66-4067-86b8-b5c0b6204c37</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:59:04 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/82e5e939-4b66-4067-86b8-b5c0b6204c37.mp3" length="1438846" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down phoenix restarts planning for west side light rail extension for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. 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The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Two Phoenix PD cops arrested and fired amid criminal investigation into violent, unreported traffic stop — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/two-phoenix-pd-cops-arrested-amid-criminal-investigation-into-violent-unreported-traffic-stop">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/two-phoenix-pd-cops-arrested-amid-criminal-investigation-into-violent-unreported-traffic-stop</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maria Alvarez breaks down two phoenix police officers fired and arrested after traffic-stop investigation for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. Two Phoenix police officers were fired and arrested amid a criminal investigation into what authorities describe as a violent, unreported traffic stop. The update is designed as a quick, search-friendly local briefing for people following the story across the metro area.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Two Phoenix PD cops arrested and fired amid criminal investigation into violent, unreported traffic stop — ABC15 Arizona — 2026-08-23<br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/two-phoenix-pd-cops-arrested-amid-criminal-investigation-into-violent-unreported-traffic-stop">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/two-phoenix-pd-cops-arrested-amid-criminal-investigation-into-violent-unreported-traffic-stop</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">27930b2b-a99a-430c-9b76-c8be8736e845</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 07:58:28 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/27930b2b-a99a-430c-9b76-c8be8736e845.mp3" length="1501977" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Maria Alvarez breaks down two phoenix police officers fired and arrested after traffic-stop investigation for Phoenix listeners, focusing on what is confirmed, why it matters locally, and what residents should watch next. 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href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 07:16:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/924253d5-f36a-4a64-8671-fe727c15e5fe.mp3" length="1436329" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:30</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Veteran Phoenix journalist Jessica Boehm has moved from Axios Phoenix to Arizona State University&apos;s News21 program at the Cronkite School.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>NIH Opens Downtown Phoenix Diabetes Research Facility</title><itunes:title>NIH Opens Downtown Phoenix Diabetes Research Facility</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The National Institutes of Health has opened a thirty-five-thousand-square-foot diabetes and metabolic research facility in downtown Phoenix.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/17/phoenix-welcomes-new-nih-facility-to-downtown">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/17/phoenix-welcomes-new-nih-facility-to-downtown</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The National Institutes of Health has opened a thirty-five-thousand-square-foot diabetes and metabolic research facility in downtown Phoenix.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/17/phoenix-welcomes-new-nih-facility-to-downtown">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/17/phoenix-welcomes-new-nih-facility-to-downtown</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d026c6a2-b424-41da-b8d5-8bc89de319ca</guid><itunes:image 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Road.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/news/phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">88169040-ebda-4195-b5f9-e673fdb2573a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:56:33 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/88169040-ebda-4195-b5f9-e673fdb2573a.mp3" length="1469349" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police arrested a man accused in a deadly stabbing outside a restaurant near Thomas Road.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>ASU Professor 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isPermaLink="false">733f15a5-a72a-4b43-ba0a-7cbcacfaa964</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Sat, 22 Aug 2026 06:55:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/733f15a5-a72a-4b43-ba0a-7cbcacfaa964.mp3" length="1478112" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An Arizona State University professor is working on a large Lego sculpture of Sparky in a home workshop.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Sports Betting Hits Record June Volume</title><itunes:title>Arizona Sports Betting Hits Record June Volume</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona gamblers wagered more than six hundred sixty million dollars in June, setting a state record for that month.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic 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isPermaLink="false">abcbd247-88bf-4bf7-a5ad-5b6105fcede9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:43:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/abcbd247-88bf-4bf7-a5ad-5b6105fcede9.mp3" length="1428815" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Public cooling and respite centers remain important during prolonged Valley heat.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Strong Monsoon Storms Leave Valley Cleanup Behind</title><itunes:title>Strong Monsoon Storms Leave Valley Cleanup Behind</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Heavy rain, lightning and strong winds recently left localized damage around the Valley.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic 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href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:42:51 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7479c820-71be-46e1-b925-f3e48d5c5525.mp3" length="1486482" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Heavy rain, lightning and strong winds recently left localized damage around the Valley.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley E-Bike Death Renews Child Safety Concerns</title><itunes:title>Valley E-Bike Death Renews Child Safety Concerns</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The death of a thirteen-year-old e-bike rider is renewing attention on child injuries involving e-bikes and scooters.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a 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href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale police say an undercover investigation led detectives to an alleged prostitution operation and an arrest.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">bbaa432b-cfe8-46a2-89df-af11625860a1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:40:43 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/bbaa432b-cfe8-46a2-89df-af11625860a1.mp3" length="1501132" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:34</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Scottsdale police say an undercover investigation led detectives to an alleged prostitution operation and an arrest.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Gilbert Barricade Ends With Arrest</title><itunes:title>Gilbert Barricade Ends With Arrest</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">589914de-b157-43c4-ac48-adb4b832c67e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:40:13 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/589914de-b157-43c4-ac48-adb4b832c67e.mp3" length="1488139" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Teen Sentenced in Deadly Phoenix Road-Rage Shooting</title><itunes:title>Teen Sentenced in Deadly Phoenix Road-Rage Shooting</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A teenager has been sentenced to fourteen years in prison after pleading guilty in a deadly road-rage shooting.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A teenager has been sentenced to fourteen years in prison after pleading guilty in a deadly road-rage shooting.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">cc47fd5e-3013-4712-a9e3-1095b0b56c43</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:38:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/cc47fd5e-3013-4712-a9e3-1095b0b56c43.mp3" length="1487738" 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cream flavors.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">80442df3-2388-4a35-991e-bd4c55d31cb7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:36:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/80442df3-2388-4a35-991e-bd4c55d31cb7.mp3" length="1424210" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tipsy Scoop has opened in downtown Phoenix with cocktail-inspired ice 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href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">2ecaedd6-0386-4a6a-9129-a3d4dc848af5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:35:56 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/2ecaedd6-0386-4a6a-9129-a3d4dc848af5.mp3" length="1496163" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix&apos;s Stray Café combines coffee with opportunities to meet adoptable dogs.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Air Traffic Controller Credited With 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href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d460da41-e5ee-4ed4-941e-b773bfdbc931</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:34:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d460da41-e5ee-4ed4-941e-b773bfdbc931.mp3" length="1473133" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A Phoenix air traffic controller&apos;s quick action helped two American Airlines aircraft avoid a potentially dangerous situation.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Police Dive Team Works City&apos;s Canals</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Police Dive Team Works City&apos;s Canals</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police divers regularly search the city&#x27;s canal system for evidence and conduct recovery operations.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police divers regularly search the city&#x27;s canal system for evidence and conduct recovery operations.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ea05ca6-2d71-483e-8fa6-1f31538316fd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:33:46 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6ea05ca6-2d71-483e-8fa6-1f31538316fd.mp3" length="1495255" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police divers regularly search the city&apos;s canal system for evidence and conduct recovery operations.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cybersecurity Threats Put Arizona Water Utilities in Focus</title><itunes:title>Cybersecurity Threats Put Arizona Water Utilities in Focus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Cyberattacks against U.S. water infrastructure are raising questions about Arizona utility security.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Cyberattacks against U.S. water infrastructure are raising questions about Arizona utility security.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">71a5e233-2c79-4162-949c-43f5d3d2d63f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:32:41 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/71a5e233-2c79-4162-949c-43f5d3d2d63f.mp3" length="1460160" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Cyberattacks against U.S. water 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href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/11/arizona-131-companies-inc-5000.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/11/arizona-131-companies-inc-5000.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">eb9b3caa-077a-4ba3-9394-777f2597d550</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:29:41 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/eb9b3caa-077a-4ba3-9394-777f2597d550.mp3" length="1471018" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona placed 131 companies on the latest Inc. 5000 list of fast-growing businesses.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Luxury Homebuilder Expands Into Scottsdale</title><itunes:title>Luxury Homebuilder 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isPermaLink="false">83c9a613-5676-4164-b179-716d780b66ff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:28:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/83c9a613-5676-4164-b179-716d780b66ff.mp3" length="1422528" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:29</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Luxury homebuilder Azori is entering the Scottsdale market.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Waymo Expands Phoenix Metro Service Area</title><itunes:title>Waymo Expands Phoenix Metro Service Area</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix-area service footprint by another fifty-five square miles.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix-area service footprint by another fifty-five square miles.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4bea73fb-ea85-4f83-a8e5-5b385e47ec88</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:27:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4bea73fb-ea85-4f83-a8e5-5b385e47ec88.mp3" length="1453873" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:31</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix-area service footprint by another fifty-five square miles.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Thirteen Arizona High Schools Rank in National Top 100</title><itunes:title>Thirteen Arizona High Schools Rank in National Top 100</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A national ranking places thirteen Arizona public and charter high schools among the country&#x27;s top one hundred.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A national ranking places thirteen Arizona public and charter high schools among the country&#x27;s top one hundred.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c3ffdea3-9636-483f-85cd-310b21debe0f</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:26:31 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c3ffdea3-9636-483f-85cd-310b21debe0f.mp3" length="1476038" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A national ranking places thirteen Arizona public and charter high schools among the country&apos;s top one hundred.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Scottsdale Unified Weighs More School Closures</title><itunes:title>Scottsdale Unified Weighs More School Closures</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale Unified is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale Unified is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c7bd6dfc-e70c-4d0e-859a-1bbb4486bac5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:25:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c7bd6dfc-e70c-4d0e-859a-1bbb4486bac5.mp3" length="1491495" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:33</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Scottsdale Unified is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Automated License Plate Readers Blanketing Arizona Draw Scrutiny</title><itunes:title>Automated License Plate Readers Blanketing Arizona Draw Scrutiny</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to automated license-plate-reading cameras around Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to automated license-plate-reading cameras around Arizona.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c26bd1c-961a-4d10-ae94-52409fbddaff</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:23:10 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7c26bd1c-961a-4d10-ae94-52409fbddaff.mp3" length="1472287" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:32</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to automated license-plate-reading cameras around Arizona.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Infrastructure Report Gives Roads a D-Plus</title><itunes:title>Arizona Infrastructure Report Gives Roads a D-Plus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A new engineering report card gives Arizona&#x27;s overall infrastructure a C, with roads receiving a D-plus.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/arizona-gets-c-for-infrastructure-roads-earned-d-plus-new-report-card/75-2e25f1ad-a5c7-4177-8ecf-c6be57c011cf">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/arizona-gets-c-for-infrastructure-roads-earned-d-plus-new-report-card/75-2e25f1ad-a5c7-4177-8ecf-c6be57c011cf</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A new engineering report card gives Arizona&#x27;s overall infrastructure a C, with roads receiving a D-plus.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/arizona-gets-c-for-infrastructure-roads-earned-d-plus-new-report-card/75-2e25f1ad-a5c7-4177-8ecf-c6be57c011cf">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/arizona-gets-c-for-infrastructure-roads-earned-d-plus-new-report-card/75-2e25f1ad-a5c7-4177-8ecf-c6be57c011cf</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">21b7ab48-82d5-4943-9568-27d85588fa91</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 19:22:04 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/21b7ab48-82d5-4943-9568-27d85588fa91.mp3" length="1547923" 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Firefighters say dangerous heat can quickly turn a hike into a rescue situation that also exposes emergency crews to severe conditions.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Cities Push for New Short-Term Rental Rules</title><itunes:title>Arizona Cities Push for New Short-Term Rental Rules</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona municipalities are preparing another push for greater authority over short-term rentals during the next legislative session, including the possibility of a ballot referral. 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href="https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more">https://www.abc15.com/entertainment/events/this-weekend-train-mt-joy-martin-lawrence-gene-simmons-cheap-trick-d-backs-giveaway-cardinals-preseason-more</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">b2abe27d-d854-4181-92a6-0629c2435706</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:50:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/b2abe27d-d854-4181-92a6-0629c2435706.mp3" length="1129152" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Multiple concerts, sporting events and weekend attractions are converging 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potential families in a relaxed indoor setting.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">429c6067-1d1d-45eb-897b-5c593e7364d7</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:50:22 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/429c6067-1d1d-45eb-897b-5c593e7364d7.mp3" length="1111229" 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href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/list-2026-backpack-and-school-supply-giveaways-in-the-phoenix-metro-area">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/list-2026-backpack-and-school-supply-giveaways-in-the-phoenix-metro-area</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valley organizations and businesses have been holding backpack and school-supply giveaways as families absorb the cost of starting another school year.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/list-2026-backpack-and-school-supply-giveaways-in-the-phoenix-metro-area">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/list-2026-backpack-and-school-supply-giveaways-in-the-phoenix-metro-area</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">4e583e12-0b81-476a-9328-6fb241577dc3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:48:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/4e583e12-0b81-476a-9328-6fb241577dc3.mp3" length="1270826" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:19</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Valley organizations and businesses have been holding backpack and school-supply giveaways as families absorb the cost of starting another school year.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Infrastructure Gets a C While Roads Score D-Plus</title><itunes:title>Arizona Infrastructure Gets a C While Roads Score D-Plus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A new engineering report card gives Arizona&#x27;s overall infrastructure a C grade, with roads receiving a D-plus and prompting 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infrastructure a C grade, with roads receiving a D-plus and prompting renewed discussion about transportation investment.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix August Calendar Keeps Indoor Attractions Busy</title><itunes:title>Phoenix August Calendar Keeps Indoor Attractions Busy</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s August events calendar continues to mix professional sports, concerts, museum experiences and indoor attractions that give residents alternatives to spending long periods outside in the heat.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix&#x27;s August events calendar continues to mix professional sports, concerts, museum experiences and indoor attractions that give residents alternatives to spending long periods outside in the heat.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/">https://www.visitphoenix.com/stories/post/things-to-do-and-events-in-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">112aa899-d81b-41ae-8fcf-dfb8a9a798a8</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:47:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/112aa899-d81b-41ae-8fcf-dfb8a9a798a8.mp3" length="1106979" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix&apos;s August events calendar continues to mix professional sports, concerts, museum experiences and indoor attractions that give residents alternatives to spending long periods outside in the heat.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Three Arizona Mexican Restaurants Earn National Recognition</title><itunes:title>Three Arizona Mexican Restaurants Earn National Recognition</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Three Arizona restaurants were included on a national list highlighting notable Mexican restaurants across the United States, adding another round of attention to the state&#x27;s food scene.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/life/food/3-az-restaurants-make-the-greatest-mexican-restaurants-across-the-united-states/75-ab7ec6d3-8743-456e-98bf-e867b045e826">https://www.12news.com/article/life/food/3-az-restaurants-make-the-greatest-mexican-restaurants-across-the-united-states/75-ab7ec6d3-8743-456e-98bf-e867b045e826</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Three Arizona restaurants were included on a national list highlighting notable Mexican restaurants across the United States, adding another round of attention to the state&#x27;s food scene.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a 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highlighting notable Mexican restaurants across the United States, adding another round of attention to the state&apos;s food scene.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Tipsy Scoop Brings Liquor-Infused Ice Cream to Downtown Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Tipsy Scoop Brings Liquor-Infused Ice Cream to Downtown Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Tipsy Scoop has opened in downtown Phoenix, combining ice cream with cocktail-inspired flavors in what the company describes as a barlour concept.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tipsy Scoop has opened in downtown Phoenix, combining ice cream with cocktail-inspired flavors in what the company describes as a barlour concept.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix">https://ktar.com/arizona-restaurant-news/tipsy-scoop-opens-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">c16ab1ec-a40b-46ab-8525-c79b0674e039</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:46:26 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/c16ab1ec-a40b-46ab-8525-c79b0674e039.mp3" length="1059342" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Tipsy Scoop has opened in downtown Phoenix, combining ice cream with 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an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/live-updates-severe-monsoon-storms-moving-into-the-valley">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/live-updates-severe-monsoon-storms-moving-into-the-valley</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">64e1bc38-9b7f-4831-afa9-161f5cc5312e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:44:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/64e1bc38-9b7f-4831-afa9-161f5cc5312e.mp3" length="1086500" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Heavy rain, lightning and strong winds moved through the Valley overnight earlier this week, leaving residents and property owners dealing with cleanup and damage.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Mesa Freeway Crash Killed Pregnant Woman and Unborn Child</title><itunes:title>Mesa Freeway Crash Killed Pregnant Woman and Unborn Child</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Authorities have identified the pregnant woman who died with her full-term unborn child after a multi-vehicle freeway crash in Mesa last week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/14/pregnant-woman-unborn-baby-die-after-five-vehicle-crash-mesa/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/14/pregnant-woman-unborn-baby-die-after-five-vehicle-crash-mesa/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Authorities have identified the pregnant woman who died with her full-term unborn child after a multi-vehicle freeway crash in Mesa last week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/14/pregnant-woman-unborn-baby-die-after-five-vehicle-crash-mesa/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/14/pregnant-woman-unborn-baby-die-after-five-vehicle-crash-mesa/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">82ab0895-9322-4a28-b1c4-4c3b7ca55b45</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:43:54 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/82ab0895-9322-4a28-b1c4-4c3b7ca55b45.mp3" length="1068949" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Authorities have identified the pregnant woman who died with her full-term unborn child after a multi-vehicle freeway crash in Mesa last week.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Central Phoenix Motorcycle Crash Leaves Rider Critically Hurt</title><itunes:title>Central Phoenix Motorcycle Crash Leaves Rider Critically Hurt</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A motorcyclist was critically injured after a crash on Grand Avenue in central Phoenix, adding to a difficult week of serious Valley traffic incidents.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/serious-crash-shuts-down-grand-avenue-central-phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/serious-crash-shuts-down-grand-avenue-central-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A motorcyclist was critically injured after a crash on Grand Avenue in central Phoenix, adding to a difficult week of serious Valley traffic incidents.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/serious-crash-shuts-down-grand-avenue-central-phoenix/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/serious-crash-shuts-down-grand-avenue-central-phoenix/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">d71e0d61-9fb6-44f3-8268-eb0530465a96</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:43:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/d71e0d61-9fb6-44f3-8268-eb0530465a96.mp3" length="1112839" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A motorcyclist was critically injured after a crash on Grand Avenue in central Phoenix, adding to a difficult week of serious Valley traffic incidents.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>New Details Released in Fatal West Valley E-Bike Crash</title><itunes:title>New Details Released in Fatal West Valley E-Bike Crash</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County investigators have released additional information about the crash that killed a 13-year-old e-bike rider near Glendale earlier this week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/e-bike-rider-killed-crash-car-west-valley-citrus-park-arizona/75-68866c87-c15b-40fd-9f83-319f511e9a31">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/valley/e-bike-rider-killed-crash-car-west-valley-citrus-park-arizona/75-68866c87-c15b-40fd-9f83-319f511e9a31</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Maricopa County investigators have released additional information about the crash that killed a 13-year-old e-bike rider near Glendale earlier this week.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a 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crash that killed a 13-year-old e-bike rider near Glendale earlier this week.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley E-Bike Death Renews Concern About Child Injuries</title><itunes:title>Valley E-Bike Death Renews Concern About Child Injuries</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>The death of a 13-year-old e-bike rider in the West Valley is renewing attention on the rapid increase in emergency-room visits involving children on e-bikes and scooters.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The death of a 13-year-old e-bike rider in the West Valley is renewing attention on the rapid increase in emergency-room visits involving children on e-bikes and scooters.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/">https://www.azfamily.com/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">57dcad43-5b64-44ad-b7ac-1420df21faf5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:41:24 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/57dcad43-5b64-44ad-b7ac-1420df21faf5.mp3" length="1109489" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>The death of a 13-year-old e-bike rider in the West Valley is renewing attention on the rapid increase in emergency-room visits involving children on e-bikes and scooters.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Diamondbacks Deal With Ketel Marte Injured-List 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href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-events-calendar-2026-june">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-events-calendar-2026-june</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gathering of the Ghouls is scheduled for August 22 and 23 at the Mesa Convention Center, adding a themed indoor event to the Valley weekend calendar.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-events-calendar-2026-june">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/phoenix-events-calendar-2026-june</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">e375d166-19f4-43ca-930c-2394efecded1</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:37:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure 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voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A Phoenix air traffic controller&#x27;s quick action helped two American Airlines aircraft avoid a potentially dangerous situation earlier this month, according to reporting on the incident.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/2-american-airlines-plane-averted-potential-disaster-phoenix-ap</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid 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city&#x27;s murky canal system to search for evidence and handle difficult recovery operations, work that requires specialized training and careful procedures.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Phoenix police divers regularly enter the city&#x27;s murky canal system to search for evidence and handle difficult recovery operations, work that requires specialized training and careful procedures.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/arizona/phoenix-police-dive-team-faces-dangerous-meticulous-work-searching-the-city-canals/75-59dbecf0-78d0-48e3-875b-b5760110f6ec</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">7c3206a4-71ba-4d41-87f2-06ce7ba8c0fc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:34:45 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/7c3206a4-71ba-4d41-87f2-06ce7ba8c0fc.mp3" length="1134585" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Phoenix police divers regularly enter the city&apos;s murky canal system to search for evidence and handle difficult recovery operations, work that requires specialized training and careful procedures.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cyberattacks Put Arizona Water-System Security in Focus</title><itunes:title>Cyberattacks Put Arizona Water-System Security in Focus</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Recent cyberattacks against U.S. water infrastructure are raising questions about how Arizona utilities protect systems that residents depend on every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Recent cyberattacks against U.S. water infrastructure are raising questions about how Arizona utilities protect systems that residents depend on every day.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system">https://ktar.com/arizona-water-news/hackers-cybersecurity-water-system</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">375769f7-81fb-41d7-a46d-c2f6aa1edee4</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:33:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/375769f7-81fb-41d7-a46d-c2f6aa1edee4.mp3" length="1277091" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Recent cyberattacks against U.S. water infrastructure are raising questions about how Arizona utilities protect systems that residents depend on every day.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Water Expert Says State Is Not Running Out of Drinking Water</title><itunes:title>Arizona Water Expert Says State Is Not Running Out of Drinking Water</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>An EPCOR water expert says Arizona is not running out of drinking water, while emphasizing that water providers must continue diversifying supplies as Colorado River pressures grow.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/epcor-expert-says-arizona-is-not-running-out-of-drinking-water">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/epcor-expert-says-arizona-is-not-running-out-of-drinking-water</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An EPCOR water expert says Arizona is not running out of drinking water, while emphasizing that water providers must continue diversifying supplies as Colorado River pressures grow.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/epcor-expert-says-arizona-is-not-running-out-of-drinking-water">https://www.abc15.com/weather/impact-earth/epcor-expert-says-arizona-is-not-running-out-of-drinking-water</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">34011d18-7673-4e4b-925f-4812cad50cfd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:32:50 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/34011d18-7673-4e4b-925f-4812cad50cfd.mp3" length="1155060" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>An EPCOR water expert says Arizona is not running out of drinking water, while emphasizing that water providers must continue diversifying supplies as Colorado River pressures grow.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Raytheon Lands Massive Tomahawk Missile Contract</title><itunes:title>Raytheon Lands Massive Tomahawk Missile Contract</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Raytheon has secured a seven-year U.S. Navy contract valued at up to $22.9 billion to accelerate Tomahawk missile production, a major development for Arizona&#x27;s defense economy.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/raytheon-22-9b-tomahawk-missile-contract">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/raytheon-22-9b-tomahawk-missile-contract</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Raytheon has secured a seven-year U.S. Navy contract valued at up to $22.9 billion to accelerate Tomahawk missile production, a major development for Arizona&#x27;s defense economy.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-business/raytheon-22-9b-tomahawk-missile-contract">https://ktar.com/arizona-business/raytheon-22-9b-tomahawk-missile-contract</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5b02559b-89bc-4110-9727-c006154cd059</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:31:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5b02559b-89bc-4110-9727-c006154cd059.mp3" length="1165907" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:13</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Raytheon has secured a seven-year U.S. Navy contract valued at up to $22.9 billion to accelerate Tomahawk missile production, a major development for Arizona&apos;s defense economy.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona 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href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/11/arizona-131-companies-inc-5000.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/11/arizona-131-companies-inc-5000.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">430dbe34-031a-4156-973e-95826ae23635</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:30:59 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/430dbe34-031a-4156-973e-95826ae23635.mp3" length="1056821" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona placed 131 companies on the latest Inc. 5000 list of fast-growing businesses, including 21 firms ranked within the top 1,000.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Luxury Homebuilder Enters 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href="https://ktar.com/arizona-real-estate/luxury-homebuilder-expands-scottsdale-market">https://ktar.com/arizona-real-estate/luxury-homebuilder-expands-scottsdale-market</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">ddd6d5bb-3d59-4938-8830-b33964cd0bda</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:30:06 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/ddd6d5bb-3d59-4938-8830-b33964cd0bda.mp3" length="1211877" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:16</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Washington-based luxury homebuilder Azori is expanding into Arizona, targeting the Scottsdale market and projecting more than 100 homes a year as the operation grows.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona Space Blueprint Says State Has Short Window to Compete</title><itunes:title>Arizona Space Blueprint Says State Has Short Window to Compete</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A new Arizona Space Blueprint says the state has roughly a three-to-five-year window to position itself for more aerospace and space-industry jobs and investment.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/new-arizona-space-blueprint-says-state-has-a-3-to-5-year-window-to-compete-for-jobs-investment">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/new-arizona-space-blueprint-says-state-has-a-3-to-5-year-window-to-compete-for-jobs-investment</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A new Arizona Space Blueprint says the state has roughly a three-to-five-year window to position itself for more aerospace and space-industry jobs and investment.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/new-arizona-space-blueprint-says-state-has-a-3-to-5-year-window-to-compete-for-jobs-investment">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/new-arizona-space-blueprint-says-state-has-a-3-to-5-year-window-to-compete-for-jobs-investment</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">5279cb77-9349-4617-9759-2e61b9e6288a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:29:09 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/5279cb77-9349-4617-9759-2e61b9e6288a.mp3" length="1068954" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A new Arizona Space Blueprint says the state has roughly a three-to-five-year window to position itself for more aerospace and space-industry jobs and investment.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Thirteen Arizona High Schools Land in National Top 100</title><itunes:title>Thirteen Arizona High Schools Land in National Top 100</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A new national ranking places thirteen Arizona charter and public high schools among the country&#x27;s top 100, giving the state a strong showing in the latest list.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A new national ranking places thirteen Arizona charter and public high schools among the country&#x27;s top 100, giving the state a strong showing in the latest list.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/18/report-13-arizona-charter-public-high-schools-rank-among-top-100-nationwide/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">0e93b146-682c-4d6c-9719-d221f7a65edf</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:28:15 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/0e93b146-682c-4d6c-9719-d221f7a65edf.mp3" length="1071454" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A new national ranking places thirteen Arizona charter and public high schools among the country&apos;s top 100, giving the state a strong showing in the latest list.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Scottsdale Unified Weighs More School Closures and Consolidations</title><itunes:title>Scottsdale Unified Weighs More School Closures and Consolidations</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale Unified School District is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses as enrollment and facility questions continue.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale Unified School District is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses as enrollment and facility questions continue.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983">https://www.12news.com/article/news/education/scottsdale-unified-district-considers-closing-consolidating-more-schools/75-12a312ed-d8cf-4935-ba5a-f09ee8dcc983</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">3d348f24-5c29-417c-a08f-6064be4eefcc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:27:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/3d348f24-5c29-417c-a08f-6064be4eefcc.mp3" length="1287550" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:20</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Scottsdale Unified School District is considering options that could close or consolidate additional campuses as enrollment and facility questions continue.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Waymo Expands Phoenix-Area Service Into More East Valley Neighborhoods</title><itunes:title>Waymo Expands Phoenix-Area Service Into More East Valley Neighborhoods</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix metro service area by another 55 square miles, extending coverage farther into Gilbert, Chandler and San Tan Ranch.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix metro service area by another 55 square miles, extending coverage farther into Gilbert, Chandler and San Tan Ranch.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/13/waymo-expands-service-by-55-square-miles-adding-gilbert-chandler-neighborhoods/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">244a709a-d573-4185-96f7-1ca302c76beb</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:26:25 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/244a709a-d573-4185-96f7-1ca302c76beb.mp3" length="1041795" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:05</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Waymo has expanded its Phoenix metro service area by another 55 square miles, extending coverage farther into Gilbert, Chandler and San Tan Ranch.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Scottsdale Police Say Online Ads Led to Prostitution Investigation</title><itunes:title>Scottsdale Police Say Online Ads Led to Prostitution Investigation</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale police say online escort advertisements and an undercover investigation led detectives to an alleged prostitution operation and an arrest.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Scottsdale police say online escort advertisements and an undercover investigation led detectives to an alleged prostitution operation and an arrest.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/">https://www.azfamily.com/2026/08/19/scottsdale-police-say-online-ads-led-alleged-house-prostitution-man-arrested/</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9e45909a-9898-4d2f-bcc2-a7b67c63259a</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:25:34 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9e45909a-9898-4d2f-bcc2-a7b67c63259a.mp3" length="1065615" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Scottsdale police say online escort advertisements and an undercover investigation led detectives to an alleged prostitution operation and an arrest.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Gilbert Barricade Ends With Arrest of Convicted Sex Offender</title><itunes:title>Gilbert Barricade Ends With Arrest of Convicted Sex Offender</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade situation at an East Valley home.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade situation at an East Valley home.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8">https://www.12news.com/article/news/crime/man-convicted-of-child-porn-charges-in-california-taken-into-custody-east-valley-gilbert-arizona/75-1a993095-6921-471d-b4ed-034c08b1b3a8</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">04dcd260-98a8-4d73-b764-4a063c0db19c</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:24:44 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/04dcd260-98a8-4d73-b764-4a063c0db19c.mp3" length="1079819" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Gilbert police arrested a man wanted in connection with a California child-sex-abuse-material conviction after a barricade situation at an East Valley home.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>SAFE Alert Issued for Missing Mesa Man</title><itunes:title>SAFE Alert Issued for Missing Mesa Man</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Authorities have issued a SAFE Alert while asking for help locating a 43-year-old Mesa man who was reported missing Thursday afternoon.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/safe-alert-issued-for-43-year-old-mesa-man">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/safe-alert-issued-for-43-year-old-mesa-man</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Authorities have issued a SAFE Alert while asking for help locating a 43-year-old Mesa man who was reported missing Thursday afternoon.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://ktar.com/arizona-news/safe-alert-issued-for-43-year-old-mesa-man">https://ktar.com/arizona-news/safe-alert-issued-for-43-year-old-mesa-man</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">9b39f3d9-6b90-4e9e-94f1-b78d83f5a110</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:23:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/9b39f3d9-6b90-4e9e-94f1-b78d83f5a110.mp3" length="1059317" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Authorities have issued a SAFE Alert while asking for help locating a 43-year-old Mesa man who was reported missing Thursday afternoon.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Teen Sentenced to 14 Years in Deadly Phoenix Road-Rage Shooting</title><itunes:title>Teen Sentenced to 14 Years in Deadly Phoenix Road-Rage Shooting</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after pleading guilty in connection with a deadly road-rage shooting near downtown Phoenix in August 2025.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after pleading guilty in connection with a deadly road-rage shooting near downtown Phoenix in August 2025.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix">https://www.abc15.com/news/crime/teenager-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-after-deadly-road-rage-shooting-near-downtown-phoenix</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">12fd3e18-40f7-4c38-a5d4-6817b8f7b5cd</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:22:53 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/12fd3e18-40f7-4c38-a5d4-6817b8f7b5cd.mp3" length="1051819" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:06</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A teenager has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after pleading guilty in connection with a deadly road-rage shooting near downtown Phoenix in August 2025.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Automated License Plate Cameras Spread Across Arizona</title><itunes:title>Automated License Plate Cameras Spread Across Arizona</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to the large number of automated license plate-reading cameras operating around Arizona and where the systems are concentrated.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to the large number of automated license plate-reading cameras operating around Arizona and where the systems are concentrated.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/watch-automated-license-plate-reading-cameras-blanket-arizona-heres-where-they-are-concentrated</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">67c9ac7f-6a18-4c59-93e0-d9be25a96fcc</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:22:00 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/67c9ac7f-6a18-4c59-93e0-d9be25a96fcc.mp3" length="1253265" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:18</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A crowdsourced database is drawing attention to the large number of automated license plate-reading cameras operating around Arizona and where the systems are concentrated.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>New Tempe Trades Campus Represents Up to $25 Million Investment</title><itunes:title>New Tempe Trades Campus Represents Up to $25 Million Investment</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Lincoln Educational Services plans to invest roughly $20 million to $25 million to retrofit a 90,000-square-foot Tempe facility for a new technical-skills campus.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/21/lincoln-educational-new-arizona-trades-campus.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/21/lincoln-educational-new-arizona-trades-campus.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Lincoln Educational Services plans to invest roughly $20 million to $25 million to retrofit a 90,000-square-foot Tempe facility for a new technical-skills campus.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/21/lincoln-educational-new-arizona-trades-campus.html">https://www.bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2026/08/21/lincoln-educational-new-arizona-trades-campus.html</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">6859033d-f3be-448f-aef9-4fc1337881e9</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:21:03 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/6859033d-f3be-448f-aef9-4fc1337881e9.mp3" length="1120364" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Lincoln Educational Services plans to invest roughly $20 million to $25 million to retrofit a 90,000-square-foot Tempe facility for a new technical-skills campus.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Cox Customers in Arizona Will Transition to Spectrum</title><itunes:title>Cox Customers in Arizona Will Transition to Spectrum</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Cox customers are headed for a major branding and service transition after Charter Communications completed its acquisition of Cox Communications.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger">https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona Cox customers are headed for a major branding and service transition after Charter Communications completed its acquisition of Cox Communications.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger">https://www.abc15.com/news/state/cox-customers-to-be-switched-to-spectrum-following-major-merger</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">131911ca-644e-474f-8ff8-da22e3c79a90</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:20:12 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/131911ca-644e-474f-8ff8-da22e3c79a90.mp3" length="1067690" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:07</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona Cox customers are headed for a major branding and service transition after Charter Communications completed its acquisition of Cox Communications.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Arizona&apos;s First Dog Café Opens in Phoenix</title><itunes:title>Arizona&apos;s First Dog Café Opens in Phoenix</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Stray Café has opened in Phoenix as Arizona&#x27;s first dog café, combining coffee with opportunities to meet adoptable dogs through partnerships with local rescue organizations.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Stray Café has opened in Phoenix as Arizona&#x27;s first dog café, combining coffee with opportunities to meet adoptable dogs through partnerships with local rescue organizations.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups">https://www.fox10phoenix.com/news/arizonas-first-dog-cafe-opens-phoenix-offering-coffee-adoptable-pups</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">75da85e3-33e2-4309-83b2-8c59c1828025</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:19:23 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/75da85e3-33e2-4309-83b2-8c59c1828025.mp3" length="1006701" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:03</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Stray Café has opened in Phoenix as Arizona&apos;s first dog café, combining coffee with opportunities to meet adoptable dogs through partnerships with local rescue organizations.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Monsoon Damage Lingers at Marcos de Niza High School and Valley Homes</title><itunes:title>Monsoon Damage Lingers at Marcos de Niza High School and Valley Homes</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Recent monsoon storms damaged homes, apartments and Marcos de Niza High School, where roof damage was among the problems reported after the storms moved through.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/marcos-de-niza-high-school-sustains-roof-damage-following-monsoon-storm">https://www.abc15.com/weather/marcos-de-niza-high-school-sustains-roof-damage-following-monsoon-storm</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Recent monsoon storms damaged homes, apartments and Marcos de Niza High School, where roof damage was among the problems reported after the storms moved through.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/weather/marcos-de-niza-high-school-sustains-roof-damage-following-monsoon-storm">https://www.abc15.com/weather/marcos-de-niza-high-school-sustains-roof-damage-following-monsoon-storm</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8bb01ea8-f080-4b0d-b840-3bc294add2b5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:18:37 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8bb01ea8-f080-4b0d-b840-3bc294add2b5.mp3" length="1155479" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:12</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Recent monsoon storms 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Traffic-Stop Investigation</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Police Officers Identified in Criminal Traffic-Stop Investigation</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>ABC15 has identified two Phoenix police officers who are under criminal investigation following allegations involving a violent traffic stop that was not properly reported.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/abc15-identifies-phoenix-officers-under-criminal-investigation-in-violent-traffic-stop-case">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/abc15-identifies-phoenix-officers-under-criminal-investigation-in-violent-traffic-stop-case</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>ABC15 has identified two Phoenix police officers who are under criminal investigation following allegations involving a violent traffic stop that was not properly reported.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/abc15-identifies-phoenix-officers-under-criminal-investigation-in-violent-traffic-stop-case">https://www.abc15.com/news/local-news/investigations/abc15-identifies-phoenix-officers-under-criminal-investigation-in-violent-traffic-stop-case</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">15b4a928-8695-452e-987e-3db5c312bba3</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:16:47 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/15b4a928-8695-452e-987e-3db5c312bba3.mp3" length="1114523" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:10</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>ABC15 has identified two Phoenix police officers who are under criminal investigation following allegations involving a violent traffic stop that was not properly reported.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Valley Freeway Closures Will Reshape Weekend Driving</title><itunes:title>Valley Freeway Closures Will Reshape Weekend Driving</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Arizona transportation officials are warning Valley drivers to prepare for multiple highway closures and detours from August 21 through August 24.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/valley-highway-weekend-closures-from-aug-21-24-arizona/75-0511b036-74a9-44fc-a0ee-205b7e7abf30">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/valley-highway-weekend-closures-from-aug-21-24-arizona/75-0511b036-74a9-44fc-a0ee-205b7e7abf30</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Arizona transportation officials are warning Valley drivers to prepare for multiple highway closures and detours from August 21 through August 24.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/valley-highway-weekend-closures-from-aug-21-24-arizona/75-0511b036-74a9-44fc-a0ee-205b7e7abf30">https://www.12news.com/article/traffic/valley-highway-weekend-closures-from-aug-21-24-arizona/75-0511b036-74a9-44fc-a0ee-205b7e7abf30</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">8e52e318-c5ff-4eca-b5c6-0282b815f8b5</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:15:57 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8e52e318-c5ff-4eca-b5c6-0282b815f8b5.mp3" length="1088588" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:08</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Arizona transportation officials are warning Valley drivers to prepare for multiple highway closures and detours from August 21 through August 24.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Deadly North Phoenix Crash Leaves Two Children Among the Injured</title><itunes:title>Deadly North Phoenix Crash Leaves Two Children Among the Injured</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>A man is dead and three other people, including two children, were hurt in a serious crash Thursday night in north Phoenix. The investigation is continuing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>A man is dead and three other people, including two children, were hurt in a serious crash Thursday night in north Phoenix. The investigation is continuing.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash">https://www.abc15.com/traffic/four-people-including-two-children-hurt-in-north-phoenix-crash</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">dcb3ccfb-2dde-445f-88ee-0d63f04ae258</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:15:19 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/dcb3ccfb-2dde-445f-88ee-0d63f04ae258.mp3" length="1099885" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:09</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>A man is dead and three other people, including two children, were hurt in a serious crash Thursday night in north Phoenix. The investigation is continuing.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Federal Colorado River Plan Means New Water Reductions for Arizona</title><itunes:title>Federal Colorado River Plan Means New Water Reductions for Arizona</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Federal officials have finalized a plan that will reduce Colorado River water deliveries to Arizona, California and Nevada over the next two years as reservoir levels remain under severe pressure.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/water-wars/feds-announce-final-water-reduction-plan-arizona-as-lakes-reach-drastic-levels-colorado-river/75-fee563b7-d7c8-413e-8b8f-3c1360990aba">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/water-wars/feds-announce-final-water-reduction-plan-arizona-as-lakes-reach-drastic-levels-colorado-river/75-fee563b7-d7c8-413e-8b8f-3c1360990aba</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Federal officials have finalized a plan that will reduce Colorado River water deliveries to Arizona, California and Nevada over the next two years as reservoir levels remain under severe pressure.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li><br><a href="https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/water-wars/feds-announce-final-water-reduction-plan-arizona-as-lakes-reach-drastic-levels-colorado-river/75-fee563b7-d7c8-413e-8b8f-3c1360990aba">https://www.12news.com/article/news/local/water-wars/feds-announce-final-water-reduction-plan-arizona-as-lakes-reach-drastic-levels-colorado-river/75-fee563b7-d7c8-413e-8b8f-3c1360990aba</a></li></ul><br/>]]></content:encoded><link><![CDATA[https://phoenix-right-now.captivate.fm]]></link><guid isPermaLink="false">28b46a00-adc4-467b-898e-a06e942b827e</guid><itunes:image href="https://artwork.captivate.fm/887e2ae4-b894-45bf-9f4a-564db7350515/Charlotte-Right-Now-Cover.jpg"/><pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 10:14:49 -0700</pubDate><enclosure url="https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/28b46a00-adc4-467b-898e-a06e942b827e.mp3" length="1142101" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:duration>01:11</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType><itunes:summary>Federal officials have finalized a plan that will reduce Colorado River water deliveries to Arizona, California and Nevada over the next two years as reservoir levels remain under severe pressure.</itunes:summary></item><item><title>Phoenix Moves Ahead With West Side Light Rail Plans</title><itunes:title>Phoenix Moves Ahead With West Side Light Rail Plans</itunes:title><description><![CDATA[<p>Valley Metro and the City of Phoenix are gathering public input on the proposed West Phoenix Extension, a roughly 10-mile light rail project that would connect west Phoenix and Maryvale with the existing rail system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li><li>Valley Metro, City of Phoenix to host West Phoenix Extension open house series — Valley Metro — 2026-08-04<br><a href="https://www.valleymetro.org/news/2026/08/valley-metro-city-of-phoenix-to-host-west-phoenix-extension-open-house-series">https://www.valleymetro.org/news/2026/08/valley-metro-city-of-phoenix-to-host-west-phoenix-extension-open-house-series</a></li><li>West Phoenix Extension — Valley Metro<br><a href="https://www.valleymetro.org/project/west-phoenix-extension">https://www.valleymetro.org/project/west-phoenix-extension</a></li></ul><br/>]]></description><content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Valley Metro and the City of Phoenix are gathering public input on the proposed West Phoenix Extension, a roughly 10-mile light rail project that would connect west Phoenix and Maryvale with the existing rail system.</p><p><em>Production note: Maria Alvarez is an AI-generated host using a synthetic voice.</em></p><p><strong>SOURCES</strong></p><ul><li>Phoenix revs back up on long-awaited West Side light rail extension — Axios Phoenix — 2026-08-21<br><a href="https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension">https://www.axios.com/local/phoenix/2026/08/21/phoenix-revs-up-long-awaited-west-side-light-rail-extension</a></li><li>Valley Metro, City of Phoenix to host West Phoenix Extension open house series — Valley Metro — 2026-08-04<br><a href="https://www.valleymetro.org/news/2026/08/valley-metro-city-of-phoenix-to-host-west-phoenix-extension-open-house-series">https://www.valleymetro.org/news/2026/08/valley-metro-city-of-phoenix-to-host-west-phoenix-extension-open-house-series</a></li><li>West Phoenix Extension — Valley Metro<br><a 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