Across Arizona, AZ|News|
Grand Canyon, Sedona Among Top Places To Visit In 2021: U.S.News
The annual list ranked more than 1,100 destinations on things like sights, culture, food, nightlife and adventure.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
- Phoenix, AZ
My name is Christopher Boan. I'm now the field editor/reporter for Arizona at Patch, covering the communities of the greater Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. Prior to joining Patch, I worked for KTAR.com & ArizonaSports.com, the East Valley Tribune, Tucson Local Media, and the Green Valley News & Sahuarita Sun. I have won 14 statewide awards during my career.
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Cocktails To Go: Arizona Bars, Restaurants Can Sell Mixed Drinks
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey signed a bill Friday that allows bars, liquor stores and restaurants to sell cocktails to go, starting Oct. 1.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Man Injured In Phoenix Shooting
A man suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being shot near Third Avenue and Indian School Road in Phoenix, police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tempe, AZ|News|
2021 PGA Championship: ASU Alum Phil Mickelson Has The Lead
Phil Mickelson has a two-stroke lead after 36 holes of play at the 2021 PGA Championship. Read more about the ASU alum's day here.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Across Arizona, AZ|News|
‘60 Minutes’ Interview Sheds Light On UFO Sightings In Arizona
The Pentagon finally says UFOs — or unidentified aerial phenomena — are real and may explain what you’ve seen in the skies over Arizona.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Phoenix Man Shot After Arguing With Roommate: Police
A man suffered non-life-threatening injuries after being shot following an argument with his roommate Thursday, police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Tucson's Congregation Chaverim Vandalized
Tucson's Congregation Chaverim synagogue was vandalized Tuesday night, according to congregants. Here's what to know about the incident.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Garage Door Business Donating Water To Local Food Bank
Scottsdale-based A Always Open Garage Doors has donated more than 1,800 pounds of water a month to St. Mary's Food Bank since October.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Man Found Dead Near Downtown Phoenix
Steven Moralez, 37, died inside his apartment near downtown Phoenix Wednesday night, Phoenix police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Red Flag Warning Issued For Tucson Region: NWS
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Tucson and southern Arizona, effective from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Scottsdale, AZ|News|
Scottsdale Entrada Development Receives $101.5M In Funding
Developers of the Scottsdale Entrada mixed-use development near Papago Park received an additional $101.5M to finance the project.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
CDC Mask Guidance: Phoenix Drops Mask Mandate
Phoenix has removed its city-wide mask mandate, after the CDC's announcement that fully-vaccinated people usually don't need them.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Hana Dispensary Adding 30 Positions For New Phoenix Location
Arizona-based dispensary Hana is hiring upwards of 30 people for its first Phoenix location, which opens in June. Read more about it here.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Victims Identified In Wednesday Night Phoenix Shooting
Gerard Labbe, 50, and Adrien Lopez, 29, were killed in a Phoenix shooting Monday night, Phoenix police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Phoenix City Council Votes To Establish Police Oversight Board
The Phoenix City Council voted 5-4 to establish the Office of Accountability and Transparency to provide civilian oversight of police.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
NCAA Softball Tournament: Arizona Opens Up Capacity For Games
The Arizona Wildcats will allow 100 percent capacity for the team's NCAA Softball Tournament regional games this weekend.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Fry's Food Stores Owner, Kroger, Ending Mask Requirement
Masks will no longer be required at all Kroger-brand stores, including Fry's Food Stores. Here's what to know about the announcement.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Tucson, AZ|News|
Victim Identified In Sunday Tucson Shooting
Andres Joseph Mori, 36, was killed in a shooting on Tucson's south side Sunday night, Tucson police said.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Pat Tillman: Petition Asks NFL To Retire Former Cardinals' Number
Former ASU and Arizona Cardinals player Pat Tillman was killed in combat 17 years ago. A petition wants the NFL to retire his number.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
Phoenix|News|
Arizona $2K Return To Work Bonus: See Who's Hiring Right Now
Companies are on a hiring spree in Arizona right now. Read more on how to land your next job in the Grand Canyon State here.
Christopher Boan, Patch Staff
