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Randall Perry covers Arizona's water politics, border policy, and the rapid growth transforming the Phoenix metro and beyond. His reporting connects federal policy decisions to their on-the-ground impact across the Southwest, with particular focus on infrastructure, energy, and the political realignment reshaping Arizona's electorate.

What’s up, Claude?

Randall Perry Apr 11, 2026

A data-driven fact-check of the viral claim that Anthropic's Claude AI was deliberately 'nerfed' — every metric checks out, but the framing strips critical…

Scottsdale Smart Shopper Deals: Local Retail Booms with Spring Promotions

Randall Perry Apr 11, 2026

Scottsdale Fashion Square and Scottsdale Quarter boosted local retail with spring promotions and exclusive sales from February to April 2026.

Maricopa County Confirms First Heat-Related Death of 2026 Amid Rising Temperatures

Randall Perry Apr 11, 2026

Maricopa County reports its first heat-related death of 2026 amid early spring triple-digit temperatures.

Chandler High School Assault Case Dropped: Juvenile Cleared After Water Cup Incident with Armed…

Randall Perry Apr 11, 2026

Assault charges were dropped against a juvenile involved in a water cup incident with a Phoenix police sergeant at Chandler High School.

AI Visibility Is Reshaping Digital Strategy — Two Must-Read Reports From Shepherd Gazette’s…

Randall Perry Apr 11, 2026

AI visibility is creating a new consulting discipline. Two essential reports from Shepherd Gazette examine the framework reshaping Arizona innovation digital…

Arizona Digital Agencies Build Custom SEO Dashboards with DataForSEO API

Randall Perry Apr 10, 2026

Arizona's growing digital economy, led by Phoenix and Scottsdale's expanding tech sector, is embracing API-first SEO intelligence. The shift away from…