Arizona
Stay in the Same Iconic Southwestern Resort as Frank Sinatra and Marilyn Monroe
One of the Southwest’s most iconic hotels, the Arizona Biltmore offers travelers an oasis eight miles north of downtown Phoenix. This elegant resort—a favorite among presidents and boldface names of every generation since its 1929 debut—underwent a $170 million reinvention in 2020. Here’s how to make the most of summer at the state capital’s “Jewel of the Desert” as it turns 95 this year.
Beautiful pools, a thrilling waterslide, and nighttime movie magic
After soaking up rays in the Valley of the Sun, cool down in one of the resort’s seven swim spots. Guests 21+ can slip into the adults-only Saguaro Pool and then unwind with refreshing frosé or craft cocktails infused with desert flavors like agave, lime, and habanero chiles.
Families can splash in the Paradise Pool, featuring air-conditioned cabanas and complimentary Dive-in Movies every Friday night in summer. Kid-friendly films screen as the audience watches from loungers, floaties, or the swim-up bar. However, younger guests usually gravitate to the 65-foot Twist triple waterslide, which also hosts daily rubber duck races. The winners receive house-crafted gelato from Cup & Cone in flavors including burnt honey strawberry and Cinnamon Toast Crunch.
Prefer a more tranquil experience? Turn to Marilyn Monroe’s favorite place to sunbathe, the Catalina Pool. The Wrigley family (of chewing-gum fame) built this serene space with its art deco mosaics, shining with royal blue and canary yellow tiles beneath the shimmering surface. It’s the perfect place to relax…unless you catch one of the morning on-the-water workouts—like high-intensity interval training—on floating mats.
Bike to a waterfall or relax in the Arizona Biltmore’s spa
Desert yoga at the Tierra Luna Spa
Courtesy of the Arizona Biltmore
The Arizona Biltmore offers plenty of other ways to exercise, including golf, tennis, and pickleball. Take a guided Murf e-bike ride along the Arizona Canal to get a different perspective of Phoenix.
However you work your muscles, soothe them afterward with a trip to the resort’s 22,000-square-foot Tierra Luna Spa. It pairs indoor treatment areas with the Sol Garden, complete with contrast bathing in the hot tub and cold plunge pool, a high-tech halotherapy salt room, and the Sol Café. Try the Lucid Awakening Massage, which begins with agave dry-brushing, or other treatments featuring local botanicals such as the Sage & Desert Salt Body Scrub.
Dine al fresco with views at top Arizona restaurants
The patio of Renata’s Hearth
Courtesy of the Arizona Biltmore/Austin LaRue Photography
Savor craft cocktails come sundown at Spire Bar, considered the city’s best outdoor watering hole, with views of the ancient crags of Piestewa Peak, the second-highest point in the Phoenix Mountains Preserve. Stay past dusk for the light show illuminating the 30-foot-tall sculpture honoring architect Frank Lloyd Wright’s enduring legacy in the Valley of the Sun.
Finally, food fans shouldn’t miss dinner at Renata’s Hearth, named after the legendary popularizer of the Arizona chiltepín, a Sonoran staple often called the “mother of all chiles.” Try the Summer Prix-Fixe Menu for a flavorful three-course meal ($60 per person). Chefs curate every element, creating a delightful and memorable culinary experience during the summer months.
Summer holidays at the Arizona Biltmore
The Spire Bar
Courtesy of the Arizona Biltmore
Celebrate the season’s start with Red, White & Biltmore, commemorating Independence Day from July 4–7, 2024. Festivities include parties in chilled pools, a build-your-own seltzer bar, a hula-hoop competition, and more. Flag down the roaming gelato cart or enjoy pop ups at the pools from the likes of Red Bull, Código 1530 premium tequila, and Tito’s Handmade Vodka with Fever-Tree mixers. Best of all, the Arizona Biltmore celebration offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fireworks. On July 6, 2024, a dazzling drone light show will sparkle over the Spire Lawn, backed by synchronized music designed to coexist without disturbing the desert serenity and wildlife.
Labor Day weekend turns up the heat again with DJs, neon-lit bubble parties, and a Bloody Mary and Mimosa bar. It also includes resort “classics” like the Twist waterslide night and a Dive-In Movie (Goonies).
Summer may officially end, but the warm-weather fun in style never does at the Arizona Biltmore.
Odds of winning the Powerball and Mega Millions are NOT in your favor
Odds of hitting the jackpot in Mega Millions or Powerball are around 1-in-292 million. Here are things that you’re more likely to land than big bucks.
The Arizona Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Tuesday, July 7, 2026 results for each game:
Winning Mega Millions numbers
02-31-35-36-63, Mega Ball: 12
Check Mega Millions payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Pick 3 Evening numbers
Evening: 4-7-2
Winning Fantasy 5 numbers
03-05-10-14-37
Check Fantasy 5 payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Triple Twist numbers
03-06-18-23-27-32
Check Triple Twist payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news and results
What time is the Powerball drawing?
Powerball drawings are at 7:59 p.m. Arizona time on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays.
How much is a Powerball lottery ticket today?
In Arizona, Powerball tickets cost $2 per game, according to the Arizona Lottery.
How to play the Powerball
To play, select five numbers from 1 to 69 for the white balls, then select one number from 1 to 26 for the red Powerball.
You can choose your lucky numbers on a play slip or let the lottery terminal randomly pick your numbers.
To win, match one of the 9 Ways to Win:
- 5 white balls + 1 red Powerball = Grand prize.
- 5 white balls = $1 million.
- 4 white balls + 1 red Powerball = $50,000.
- 4 white balls = $100.
- 3 white balls + 1 red Powerball = $100.
- 3 white balls = $7.
- 2 white balls + 1 red Powerball = $7.
- 1 white ball + 1 red Powerball = $4.
- 1 red Powerball = $4.
There’s a chance to have your winnings increased two, three, four, five and 10 times through the Power Play for an additional $1 per play. Players can multiply non-jackpot wins up to 10 times when the jackpot is $150 million or less.
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your lottery prize
All Arizona Lottery retailers will redeem prizes up to $100 and may redeem winnings up to $599. For prizes over $599, winners can submit winning tickets through the mail or in person at Arizona Lottery offices. By mail, send a winner claim form, winning lottery ticket and a copy of a government-issued ID to P.O. Box 2913, Phoenix, AZ 85062.
To submit in person, sign the back of your ticket, fill out a winner claim form and deliver the form, along with the ticket and government-issued ID to any of these locations:
Phoenix Arizona Lottery Office: 4740 E. University Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85034, 480-921-4400. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed holidays. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
Tucson Arizona Lottery Office: 2955 E. Grant Road, Tucson, AZ 85716, 520-628-5107. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, closed holidays. This office can cash prizes of any amount.
Phoenix Sky Harbor Lottery Office: Terminal 4 Baggage Claim, 3400 E. Sky Harbor Blvd., Phoenix, AZ 85034, 480-921-4424. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Sunday, closed holidays. This office can cash prizes up to $49,999.
Kingman Arizona Lottery Office: Inside Walmart, 3396 Stockton Hill Road, Kingman, AZ 86409, 928-753-8808. Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, closed holidays. This office can cash prizes up to $49,999.
Check previous winning numbers and payouts at https://www.arizonalottery.com/.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by an Arizona Republic editor. You can send feedback using this form.
PAGE, ARIZ., – A suspect has been arrested after two people were found shot to death inside a home near the Arizona-Utah border.
What we know:
On July 5 at 11:30 p.m., the Page Police and Fire Communications Center responded to a report that two people had been shot near Elm and El Camino.
Once at the home, officers found a man and a woman with gunshot wounds. They were pronounced dead at the scene.
“The suspect was unknown and not on scene when officers arrived,” police said.
Dig deeper:
Police secured the home and obtained a search warrant. Investigators then began processing the crime scene.
“Evidence collected provided investigators with a person of interest who may have been present when the shootings occurred,” police said. “Investigators located the person of interest and interviewed him but did not initially charge him with any crimes related to the double homicide investigation.”
The next day, the person of interest was arrested and booked into jail. He’s accused of two counts of first-degree murder.
What we don’t know:
No identities were released. Police didn’t release any details on what led up to the shooting.
Local perspective:
Police “do not believe there is any remaining threat to the community, as the alleged suspect and the weapon allegedly used have been seized by law enforcement.”
What you can do:
If anyone has information related to the investigation, they advise contacting Detective Terry TerEick at ttereick@pageaz.gov.
Map of the cross streets where the shooting occurred:
The Source: Information for this article was gathered from the Page Police Department’s Facebook page.
Arizona Diamondbacks (45-45, second in the NL West) vs. San Diego Padres (44-46, third in the NL West)
San Diego; Tuesday, 9:40 p.m. EDT
PITCHING PROBABLES: Diamondbacks: Zac Gallen (0-0); Padres: TBD
LINE: Padres -131, Diamondbacks +108; over/under is 8 1/2 runs
BOTTOM LINE: The San Diego Padres are looking to end their three-game home slide with a victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks.
San Diego has a 44-46 record overall and a 23-22 record at home. The Padres have a 26-13 record in games when they record at least eight hits.
Arizona is 45-45 overall and 18-25 on the road. The Diamondbacks have gone 16-4 in games when they hit two or more home runs.
The teams match up Tuesday for the fourth time this season.
TOP PERFORMERS: Manny Machado has 16 doubles and 18 home runs for the Padres. Fernando Tatis Jr. is 11 for 43 with three doubles, two home runs and five RBIs over the last 10 games.
Ketel Marte has 18 doubles, three triples and 17 home runs for the Diamondbacks. Geraldo Perdomo is 13 for 39 with three doubles and two home runs over the past 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Padres: 1-9, .255 batting average, 8.02 ERA, outscored by 51 runs
Diamondbacks: 4-6, .222 batting average, 3.84 ERA, outscored by one run
INJURIES: Padres: Jason Adam: 15-Day IL (shoulder), Randy Vasquez: 15-Day IL (ankle), Freddy Fermin: 10-Day IL (head), Matt Waldron: 15-Day IL (arm), David Morgan: 15-Day IL (knee), Jeremiah Estrada: 15-Day IL (knee), Lucas Giolito: 15-Day IL (elbow), Nick Pivetta: 60-Day IL (elbow), Joe Musgrove: 60-Day IL (elbow), Ramon Laureano: 60-Day IL (hip), Bryan Hoeing: 60-Day IL (elbow)
Diamondbacks: James McCann: 10-Day IL (quadricep), Blake Walston: 60-Day IL (elbow), Jordan Lawlar: 10-Day IL (hamstring), A.J. Puk: 60-Day IL (elbow), Ryne Nelson: 60-Day IL (elbow), Mike Soroka: 15-Day IL (lower body), Corbin Burnes: 60-Day IL (elbow), Cristian Mena: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Andrew Saalfrank: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Justin Martinez: 60-Day IL (elbow)
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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
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