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Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Does Phoenix really have the worst drivers in the US? Yes and no
Driving in Arizona, specifically around metro Phoenix, is almost necessary. While there are a growing amount of public transportation options, the Valley is really spread out. It's definitely a driver's city. In 2024, the Arizona Department of Transportation counted nearly 6 million licensed drivers in the state. With so many people on the road, it's common to see driving behavior that is unsafe — sometimes even scary. Which leads to maybe the most common phrase you'll hear after "it's a dry heat": "We have the worst drivers." Continuously, Arizona drivers are ranked among the worst in the nation. Just last year, a Forbes study using data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and the U.S. Census Bureau ranked Phoenix and Tucson in the top 10 cities with the worst drivers. Another study ranked Interstate 17 as the ninth-deadliest highway in America. So why are the roads in Arizona particularly dangerous, and what is being done about it? This week on Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and about metro Phoenix and beyond, we are joined by Sgt. Eric Andrews, an officer at the Department of Public Safety, to discuss driver safety in Phoenix, explain what AZ DPS is doing to help people on the road and tips for ensuring the safest ride. Also in the episode, Arizona Republic staff share some of their craziest driving stories. Listen to Valley 101 on your favorite podcast app or stream the full episode below. Submit your questions to us about metro Phoenix and Arizona for a chance to be chosen for the podcast. Note: Valley 101 is intended to be heard, but we offer an AI transcript of the episode script. There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio. Subscribe to Valley 101 : Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher Follow Valley 101 and all azcentral podcasts on X, formerly Twitter, and on Instagram. Reach the producer Amanda Luberto at aluberto@ Follow her on X, formerly Twitter @amandaluberto and on Bluesky @amandaluberto. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: What state has the worst drivers? Why Arizona often ranks in top 10
Yahoo
24-02-2025
- Yahoo
What is a vortex — and can you actually find one in Sedona?
The Grand Canyon in northern Arizona is listed as one of the seven natural wonders of the world. The Colorado River, running through it for approximately six million years, has established breathtaking layers of sediment and erosion that is unlike anything else on Earth. Arizona is the Grand Canyon state after all. There's another place in Arizona that feels this way. That, of course, is Sedona. It's an easy one-liner to say there are places in the desert that make you feel like you're on Mars, but the bright red rocks and unique formations in Sedona do feel like you're on another planet. In the last few decades, Sedona has gotten attention from visitors as one of the premiere places to go for spiritual healing. The new age movement brought flocks of people to its buttes, canyons and trails. This is because of its four famed vortexes. But what even are they and does Sedona really have them? This week on Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and about metro Phoenix and beyond, we explore the world of vortexes, if Sedona's claim to fame is real and how it's all impacted longtime Arizona travel writer Roger Naylor. Listen to Valley 101 on your favorite podcast app or stream the full episode below. Submit your questions to us about metro Phoenix and Arizona for a chance to be chosen for the podcast. Note: Valley 101 is intended to be heard, but we offer an AI transcript of the episode script. There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio. Subscribe to Valley 101 : Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher Follow Valley 101 and all azcentral podcasts on X, formerly Twitter, and on Instagram. Reach the producer Amanda Luberto at aluberto@ Follow her on X, formerly Twitter @amandaluberto and on Bluesky @amandaluberto. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Sedona vortexes and where to find them
Yahoo
27-01-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Are fish supposed to be in the canals around Phoenix? Yes, they're actually working
One thing that might surprise people who don't live here is that there is running water all around in metro Phoenix. The Salt River Project, or SRP, manages more than 130 miles of water canals that run throughout the Valley, ensuring residents have water to use in their day-to-day lives. Not only does this water help people live in the desert, but it also employs a very important contributor to the community: the white amur fish. Now, you might not immediately think of fish as being important to living in the desert, but this specific kind of grass carp plays a key role in ensuring the water flows smoothly throughout the canals. Since the canals are surrounded by a major metropolitan area, they tend to end up with some blown-in debris and garbage from city life. This led one of our listeners to ask if it's safe for the fish to be in the canals, and who takes care of the trash that finds its way into them. This week on Valley 101, a podcast by The Arizona Republic and we hear from a senior environmental scientist from SRP who explains the important job the white amur fish does for metro Phoenix. Click here for the map of the canal dry-up schedule. Listen to Valley 101 on your favorite podcast app or stream the full episode below. Submit your questions to us about metro Phoenix and Arizona for a chance to be chosen for the podcast. Note: Valley 101 is intended to be heard, but we offer an AI transcript of the episode script. There may be slight deviations from the podcast audio. Subscribe to Valley 101 : Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Stitcher Follow Valley 101 and all azcentral podcasts on X, formerly Twitter, and on Instagram. Reach the reporter Amanda Luberto at aluberto@ Follow her on X, formerly Twitter: @amandaluberto. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Carp fish help keep the canals in Phoenix running smoothly
