Southwest spring still sizzles as Phoenix swelters
Spring in the Southwest remains unusually hot, with Phoenix-area temperatures near summer levels and authorities closing trails and issuing heat advisories as the heat persists.
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Desert West Braces for Lengthy Heat Wave and Record-Breaking Temperatures
A persistent high-pressure system is driving a long-duration heat wave across the western U.S., pushing triple-digit temperatures and potentially shattering century-old records in cities like Phoenix; more than 600 daily highs and lows are expected to break records through mid-next week, with extreme heat warnings in effect from the Southwest to Phoenix as residents are urged to stay hydrated and avoid prolonged outdoor activity.
Southwest exits O’Hare and Dulles from Phoenix, refocusing DC service
Southwest Airlines will discontinue Phoenix-to-O’Hare and Phoenix-to-Dulles service starting June 4, canceling affected bookings with refunds available; employees can bid for open positions; the airline will serve the DC area from Baltimore/Washington International and Reagan National instead, while continuing Midway operations; O’Hare operations have been challenging and are tied to FAA discussions on flight reductions.
Desert Confidence: Blaney Leads Phoenix 500 Fantasy Rankings After Practice
Phoenix’s 500 fantasy preview uses Saturday practice and qualifying data to rank top contenders, led by Ryan Blaney who is considered the likely dominator; Christopher Bell and Joey Logano are also strong bets with solid track history and recent speed metrics guiding the projections. The article cites past Phoenix results, driver ratings, and group speeds to outline expected finishes and dominator potential, and notes that full exclusive insights are available with an ifantasyrace membership.
Logano claims Phoenix pole as Penske sweeps Cup front row
Joey Logano grabbed the NASCAR Cup pole for the Phoenix race, edging Kyle Larson by 0.117 seconds as Penske swept the front row. Austin Cindric completed the top three, with Daniel Suarez fourth and Ryan Blaney fifth. Tyler Reddick starts eighth after a practice spin, while Brad Keselowski did not post a time due to a tire issue.
Phoenix Canal Death Under Investigation, No Link Yet to Nancy Guthrie Case
A woman was found dead along a Phoenix canal and is being investigated by police, with authorities saying there is no confirmed link to Nancy Guthrie’s disappearance (Savannah Guthrie’s mother). The FBI is examining a possible internet outage and missing surveillance footage from the night Nancy Guthrie went missing, but officials have not indicated any connection to the Phoenix death.
Phoenix Canal Death Not Linked to Nancy Guthrie Case Yet
A woman was found dead along a Phoenix canal, and authorities say there’s no confirmed link to Nancy Guthrie’s February disappearance; the death is under investigation, with the identify of the deceased not yet released and officials noting no advised connection to Guthrie at this time.
Cardinals Break Ground on 217-Acre Phoenix Campus Ahead of 2028 Opening
The Arizona Cardinals broke ground on a 217-acre Paradise Ridge site in north Phoenix for a new performance center and team headquarters. About 30 acres will house football facilities and offices, with the team moving in after training camp in 2028 and offices opening earlier that year; the remaining land will feature mixed-use development including housing, company headquarters and an entertainment district, all designed to be walkable with three grass practice fields, a fieldhouse, an expanded locker room and other state-of-the-art facilities.
Cardinals break ground on expansive training campus in north Phoenix
The Arizona Cardinals broke ground on a 217-acre training facility and mixed-use complex in north Phoenix, relocating from Tempe. Slated to open in 2028, the project dedicates about 30 acres to football facilities and offices, including three grass practice fields, a fieldhouse and expanded locker rooms, with the rest set aside for housing and an entertainment district to create a walkable campus in the heat.
Atari Hotel Moves Closer to Reality With Neon-Pixel Phoenix Design
Atari is pushing forward with its Atari Hotel in Phoenix, designed by Rakkhaus with neon-pixel visuals and a programmable LED breezeway; the 90,000 sq ft building would include 72 rooms, 19 suites, a concert center, esports venue, restaurants, retail, and a large pool. The project’s estimated budget is $124 million, with about $14 million raised and a public-investment option from $500; construction is planned for late 2026 and opening in late 2028, though funding remains uncertain.
Las Vegas Atari Hotel Plan Falls Through, Phoenix Remains in Play
Atari’s 2020 plan to open multiple video-game–themed hotels has largely stalled; Las Vegas’ project is officially dead, while a Phoenix location remains in development with renderings released in late 2025 and a projected late-2028 opening for a 72-room, 90,000-square-foot hotel. Other cities were floated but no hotels have progressed to construction.
Phoenix: A Fresh X Server Built from Scratch Using Zig
Phoenix is an in-development X Server written from scratch in Zig, aiming to be a modern, secure, and extendable alternative to X.Org, with support for modern graphics technologies and Wayland compatibility.
Phoenix: A Modern Zig-Based X Server
The article discusses the development of Phoenix, a modern X server written in Zig, which aims to be a 'clean slate' alternative to traditional X11, incorporating modern design choices similar to Wayland but with a focus on compatibility and simplicity. It highlights the limitations of Wayland, the challenges with X11, and the potential benefits of Phoenix as a more maintainable and feature-rich display server, while also touching on the ongoing debates within the Linux community about the future of window systems.
Pope Leo XIV Appoints New Bishops in Phoenix, Palm Beach, and Queens
Pope Leo XIV appointed Reverend Monsignor Peter Bui as Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix, highlighting his extensive background in theology, pastoral work, and multilingual abilities, with previous roles including Vicar for Clergy and service on the Pontifical Council Cor Unum.
Kyle Larson Wins NASCAR Cup Title in Shocking Finale
The NASCAR Cup Series finale at Phoenix was filled with surprises, with Kyle Larson winning his second championship in an unexpected finish, Denny Hamlin facing heartbreak after leading most of the race, and various other drivers experiencing highs and lows, highlighting the drama and unpredictability of the current playoff format.