Phoenix Paper Mills Are Really Really Flammable

If you have eyes, and were in downtown Phoenix this afternoon, you may have noticed the enormous plume of smoke that overtook the skyline. Obviously, there was a fire.Details of the blaze are limited, but Phoenix fire officials tell New Times the fire started just before 2 p.m. at the…

Morning Poll: Do Arizona Democrats Owe Jan Brewer a Thank You?

Governor Jan Brewer went against the far-right-wing-nuts in her party last week and vetoed several bills — including the humiliating “Birther Bill” — the Republican majority in the Legislature desperately wanted. The Arizona Republic seems to think Democrats owe Jan a thank you.In a piece written by the Republic’s editorial…

“House Dad”/Mesa Teacher’s Aide Arrested for Molesting 13-Year-Old Girl

On his Facebook page, 54-year-old Lonnie Hendricks lists his employment as “house dad.” According to Hendricks, he “could not ask for a more rewarding position” — which might have something to do with some of the duties that apparently come with the gig, notably kissing the breasts of his 13-year-old step-daughter.But…

Foot-Feasting Fish Case to Be Heard by Court of Appeals

Goldwater Institute wants nothing more than to protect your right to have hundreds of small fish suck dead skin off of your feet. Later this week, the Arizona Court of Appeals is scheduled to hear a lawsuit filed by Goldwater on behalf of a Gilbert spa owner told by the state…

Jan Brewer’s Reminder After Defying Conserva-nuts: I Signed SB 1070, Remember?

Governor Jan Brewer recently pissed off her far-right-wing-nut base by vetoing three bills it desperately wanted, and today she’s trying to make amends by bringing up the issue that got her elected: Arizona Senate Bill1070.The bills Brewer vetoed include the ridiculous “Birther Bill,” which could have required presidential candidates to provide…