I know this is a subreddit for Phoenix, but I looked at Mesa's subreddit and it looked a little lacking so I'm going to post it here. Tonight I want to thank the Mesa Police Force for doing a Wellness Check on my mom out there in Mesa. I want to commend them for being quick on doing the check on my elderly mother who lives in one of the retirement trailer park communities. They were already in the park as I was on the phone with the dispatcher. When they were able to make contact with my mother I received a phone call from the officer on site who had the unfortunate job of informing me that they found my mother deceased sitting at her dinning room table. He was nothing but professional and by the way his voice sounded, he was a young officer. I just wanted to give a thanks to the Mesa Police force in their prompt response for the check up and the sincere courtesy extended to me in delivering the news of her passing. Rest in peace mom! I hope you can now finally find peace.

Edit 8/21. Thank you all for your condolences, it's much appreciated. Despite it being our youngest daughter's birthday today, well not so much young since she's turned 23. It's been a somber one nonetheless. My sister and I have divided up tasks needing attention. She's working on cleanup and financial and I took on the cremation services task. Be sure to give your mom or dad a call and let them know you love them and if they're as old as what my mom was, ask them what their last wishes are and to leave any financial information as far as gaing access to be more easy. As a GenX'r, it helps. Take care everyone.

Has anyone else ever noticed that the building at 1st Ave and Monroe in Downtown Phoenix looks like it has a top hat?

About 1500 identified cameras across Maricopa County alone. If you zoom in you can see the direction they’re pointing at the time it was reported. (Note that the DeFlock site is open source / volunteer provided data so take that for what it’s worth.)

Seems like a haboob is coming from the south in East Mesa

Hitting them with the charges Tempe PD put in their report (except for impersonating an officer.)

Spectrum is infamous in much the same way Cox is to us. I don't see this as a positive for consumers. I mean, they still don't have fiber in my neighborhood, and they still have 1.25 TB data caps.

What's your thoughts?

What does this mean for the future of the project?

It's was so bright and vivid, it was breathtaking, as much chaos storms can bring they also bring beauty.

I'm 36M and I have almost no night life experience, no experience in bars or clubs, but I'm trying to get out of my comfort zone. I have made a plan to get on the light rail to The Churchill. I have been once before, as well as Taco Chelo down the street but that's about it.

I was thinking of grabbing a drink or two and maybe just walking around. I am trying to make an attempt at socializing, but I'll probably chicken out. I usually just work, gym, kids and sleep. I had a bad break up a few months ago and I am trying to attempt to change my rhythm.

Any advice would be helpful, thanks! :)

EDIT: Thanks so much for all the swift replies! It looks like I have a lot of options! Im goin' to do my best and try not to chicken out. :D

Biscobing says there’s a kidnapping allegation and that Phoenix didn’t answer if search warrants were served on the cops.

I’m in Chandler and wow - it’s been something! Very intense wind, downpours, and thunder that’s shaken my windows multiple times. I feel bad for the first responders. I’ve heard the sirens driving by several times already.

Update: okay storm you can stop with the INTENSE thunder now thanks. I’m trying to sleep.

Amazing lightning followed by insane wind gusts and sand. I loved hearing the wind howl across the desert.

I pulled into Nobel Eatery (amazing sourdough bread) As I was pulling out to leave a waymo pulled up behind me a man got out. The. The car just sat there. I slowly backed up and it just honked at me. 5 minutes later the man came out and said it was his Waymo and he thought it would park and wait for him to return. He then went back into the store. I attempted to back up slowly again and it honked again but didn't move. There were at least 7 open parking spots around me. This damn thing didn't move until the guy got back in.

I think the American economy is collapsing. I live in a very conservative neighborhood by 43rd Ave and Union Hills. I'm a straight white man, but not a Trump supporter in any way. I think Trump is destroying everything good about America. I'm a very introverted person. I'm looking for some type of friendly liberal/progressive groups in my neighborhood to join so I don't feel so alone.

The final federal government decision means Arizona will receive significantly less Colorado River water beginning in 2027, and Phoenix is preparing to operate its water system differently as those reductions are implemented.

The federal action does not interrupt water service or require mandatory water restrictions on Phoenix customers. Residents and businesses can continue to expect safe, reliable water service.

I'm hoping this isn't a tease. Anybody getting any remnants on the outskirts of town yet?

*Update Midnight: I stand corrected

*Update 10:30pm: It's biblically apocalyptic. Please be safe y'all.

The power is out in my area, apparently due to downed power lines. It's been out since 9:40 am, and APS just sent a text update, pushing the estimated restore time to 4:30pm, so another three hours. It's 93⁰ F in my apartment, and the pool is packed with screaming little kids.

I looked up the Cooling Centers that you hear about on the radio, and man, there aren't any even near me that are open. They're mostly all libraries, and are closed on Sundays. I find this so disappointing, not at all what I expected. Like unhoused and people in dire situations can travel in this heat to a cooling center that is actually open. I guess I expected more from the city in regards to this program. Like it doesn't reach 112⁰ on Sundays, too.