r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Politics r/Phoenix politics rule reminder

15 Upvotes

With the election coming up I want to refresh some of our rules around political posts and content.

Rules for Posting Politics

We have a zero tolerance approach for violating these rules. So if you're not sure, DM us before you post.

  • Political posts and comments are limited to regular users with positive karma in this subreddit.
  • Political posts must be related to Phoenix or Arizona directly. Take general issues to other subs.
  • You must flair it Politics if it is at all related to politics, including protests, actions of elected officials, hot topics like immigration or homelessness, and so on. If in doubt, ask the mods. If you post a political topic and don't flair it Politics you will be banned.
  • Do not post political comments in a non-political post. Do not turn an unrelated post political for your own amusement.
  • Be civil to each other. Debate ideas and discuss news, do not attack other users.
  • Report trolls to the mods, do not respond to them.
  • Do not advocate violence. This is a Reddit level rule and a way to get your entire account disabled, not just banned from this subreddit.
  • No doxxing. This refers to individuals appearing in posts here. This no longer applies if someone is named by a major news organization.

What counts as "Politics" in r/phoenix ?

Anything related to actions from a government or public agency. This includes city, state, and Federal agencies, and all laws and policies they control. So this includes elections, immigration, reproductive rights, military action, data centers, water rights, and so on.

This includes actions by Homeland Security, the FBI, and ICE. Given the current state of things, this also includes actions by all police and law enforcement agencies.

It also covers protests and all action against all the agencies listed above.

This is to clarify how we define it for the purpose of managing content in this subreddit. We're not trying to arbitrate semantics with all that's going on.

Election / voting / proposition posts

We have an election megathread pinned, which is the default place for questions you have about any of the local elections, proposition questions, and so on.

We will approve new posts about the election if the topic is unique or has good information. We are looking to strike a balance between the megathread and updated info as the election get closer.

If we remove a post of yours you can DM the moderators and ask about it. I also suggest visiting r/azpolitics if you want a more ongoing political discussion.

We are happy to explain why these rules are in place, but they will not be changing. These rules are here to preserve this subreddit as a valuable place for active members to have the discussions they wish. If you do not care for these rules, do not post here.

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r/phoenix • • 4d ago

Politics Phoenix 2026 Election Megathread

119 Upvotes

Election day is coming up, so we're creating a discussion thread for questions about the propositions or other items on ballots.

You are welcome to share your views on any of the issues or candidates on the ballot for Valley residents.

Here are some links you might find useful:

Voting information for AZ

Ballotpedia AZ 2026

Maricopa County - what's on my ballot

AZ Mirror Voting Guide

r/Arizona election megathread

r/Tucson 2026 Election Megathread

If you have other links or info, leave them in the comments. We may add them to the original post.

Keep in mind that our political rules are in full force here, so only regular members to this subreddit will be able to comment. And any personal attacks on other users will result in a ban.

The purpose of this thread to to create a civil space to discuss the elections and trolls, fear mongering, or comments that offer little or no value will be removed.

Above all VOTE!


r/phoenix • • 3h ago

Ask Phoenix Looking for the thin Dos Ranchitos tortilla chips from Food City

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19 Upvotes

Has anyone seen these tortilla chips at any Food City (or similar ones at another store) in the valley lately? Obsessed with them but it seems like in the last year or so I can only find the thicker, darker ones. Have been to 3 different locations (El Mirage, north phx, and McDowell/24th St) in the last few months with no luck. Used to get them from the McDowell location all the time… hoping they are out there somewhere!


r/phoenix • • 20h ago

Living Here Mosquitos driving me nuts!

122 Upvotes

Are you guys getting bitten upppp right now? I have so many mosquito bites it's annoying!


r/phoenix • • 17h ago

Pets Did you pick up the kitten on i10 west/202 south on-ramp today at around 2:50 pm?

57 Upvotes

I was driving home from work today when I saw a little kitten on the freeway as I was getting on 202. I saw it too late, so I had to turn around by getting off on buckeye. By the time I got back around on i10 west/202, about 15 minutes had passed. I was too late and couldn’t find him.

I’m hoping a good intentioned person picked this kitten up to help him/her. The poor thing looked hurt and was struggling to walk. If you picked him up or saw someone saving it, please let me know. I feel so bad it took me too long with all that traffic to get back to the spot I saw it and it was gone.

I hope someone saw him getting picked up.


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Politics Tempe becomes first Arizona city to ban police use of automated license plate readers

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r/phoenix • • 12h ago

Pets Tribute to a lost dog

12 Upvotes

My friend lost her little girl this last weekend. She passed almost exactly as mine did two years ago. I have a few really good photos.

Can anyone recommend any quality gifts, pillows, blankets, art pieces, etc. to help her through?

Thank you all!


r/phoenix • • 32m ago

Ask Phoenix Looking for reliable appliance repair person.

• Upvotes

Does anyone know of a knowledgeable, reliable appliance repair company, or person?


r/phoenix • • 21h ago

Eat & Drink Where can I get some actually good nachos? I’ve been consistently disappointed

45 Upvotes

Bonus points if it’s a sports bar environment


r/phoenix • • 22h ago

Living Here Live in Phx, Going on a 4 day trip Out of town. We have had the AC off and the windows open all week. Can I leave the AC off while we are gone with the windows closed?

34 Upvotes

While we are gone, the average is in the 70s for a high, with one day showing 80s. We have no plants or pets, I just don’t know if we can/should leave it off with everything closed. The inside of our apartment on a 85° day stays around 79. On a 70° day it stays around 74°. However, that’s with the windows open. Nothing in our pantry has struggled with these temperatures.


r/phoenix • • 16h ago

What's Happening? Super Dragon Location (12th St & Northern)

7 Upvotes

The building that once housed Super Dragon in Sunnyslope has been vacant since I moved to the area. People in the area seemed to love it so bummed we missed it. Recently it looks like it’s been leased and improvements are underway (fresh paint, construction on the interior, etc)

Does anyone have any insights into what business leased the space and/or what it will become?


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Ask Phoenix Farmer's Market with the best produce?

24 Upvotes

Anyone else's produce from the grocery store just going bad days after getting it? Bread doesnt mold anymore either. We're going to start trying to shop a bit more local to support small businesses and hopefully get some better foods.

Ive been to the farmers market downtown thats in front of a church I believe? It was mostly food vendors and crafts which is fine, but we're really looking for fresh produce and artisan goods.

Anyone have any recommendations or favorite spots? Prefer the west side ideally but always open to a little exploring too!


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Outdoors Wildlife concerns hiking south mountain early morning

28 Upvotes

I’m relatively new to Phoenix! Moved over the summer, I’m a hiker and want to try the dobbins look out trail on south mountain. I’ve hiked camelback and Piestewa a handful of times so I know the drill with sun safety! But south mountain feels a little more wild than the hikes right in the city, just wondering if early morning (5am) I’ll run into any large wildlife like coyote, wild cats? Javelina?


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Ask Phoenix Is saying "I saw your mom on Van Buren" still an insult?

297 Upvotes

I left in 1987.


r/phoenix • • 16h ago

Visiting Golf close to Tapatio Cliffs Resort

3 Upvotes

Hi all,

I’ve read through golf related posts on here but I’m wondering if people can give me some geographic recommendations.

I’m coming in next week and staying at the Hilton Tapatio Cliffs resort. I have a tee time on Wednesday at lookout mountain but considering adding a second tee time on Tuesday.

I won’t have a car so I’ll be taking an uber/lyft to the courses so I’m wondering what courses closer to Tapatio Cliffs you would recommend?

Thanks in advance for any insights!


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Politics PSA: get your ballot in early

388 Upvotes

Got my ballot recently. We filled them out and my wife mailed them yesterday. Today they’re already signature validated and counted. Highly suggest yall get them done early.


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Politics Phoenix ‘No Kings’ protests are back: what to know and where to go

198 Upvotes

r/phoenix • • 1d ago

News Phoenix’s oldest Chinese restaurant set to close

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231 Upvotes

Very unfortunate since I’ve only had the privilege to eat here once. Glad to see the usual costumers come here for the final experience and sharing their memories here.


r/phoenix • • 15h ago

Ask Phoenix Absolute best LASIK eye surgery in Phoenix?

0 Upvotes

Not too worried about the price,I just want a place to minimize side effects and negative cons so I can see without having to wear these thick lenses everyday.


r/phoenix • • 1h ago

Living Here West of phoenix > east valley of phoenix

• Upvotes

Easily


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Commuting Any carpooling options from Tempe to tsmc Arizona ?

49 Upvotes

Hi everyone!

I'm looking for carpooling options from Tempe to TSMC Arizona (Fab 21) for my daily commute.

Is anyone currently commuting from Tempe or nearby areas to TSMC? I'd love to know if there are any existing carpool groups or if anyone is interested in sharing rides.

Any suggestions would be really helpful!

Thanks in advance!


r/phoenix • • 2d ago

Eat & Drink Best Chicken Katsu Curry in town?

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139 Upvotes

Really craving an authentic chicken Katsu Curry. Scottsdale preferably but I'm in central Phoenix often

What's your go to place!!


r/phoenix • • 23h ago

Things To Do pumpkin patch that is handicap accessible?

0 Upvotes

Hello! Looking for a pumpkin patch that my 2 year old nephew can run around and have a good time at, that also can accommodate my 87 year old grandmother who uses a walker!

Born and raised here but I haven't been to a pumpkin patch in 20 years, and the websites aren't that helpful lol


r/phoenix • • 1d ago

Eat & Drink Best Korean fried chicken?

22 Upvotes

what’s the best Korean fried chicken? Reasonably priced but willing to spend if it’s that’s good


r/phoenix • • 18h ago

Ask Phoenix Backyard Refresh Help Needed

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I am wanting to give our backyard a refresh. I have an AI image for inspo. I know it won't look exactly like this, but it gives me something to work towards.

We want to do a mix of hired help and DIY. The part I will hire for is someone to level/ grade the back yard. There are random small hills/bumps and I feel the slope is towards the house. We are newer owners to this house.

I know I should get multiple quotes, but what should I say/ask for? I don't want to under ask or end up in an upsale nightmare.

Also, anything else I should keep in mind as we work on this project? I plan to work in phases with grass being last step this Spring.