The City of Phoenix is on the Rise

Watch Yahoo! Global News Anchor Katie Couric's video series.

Part 1 features the rise of Phoenix, from an economic downturn to a vision of success. The city now enjoys a booming tech market, a vibrant nightlife, and more. With an eye on a sustainable future, see what Phoenix has to offer as it continues to attract residents and businesses to relocate here. Watch Part One: On the Rise. Time 12:38 minutes.

Part 2 shows Phoenix is in the middle of a cultural renaissance, with a developing downtown, an expanding culinary scene, and a growing arts community, including a monthly #FirstFriday event. Watch Part 2: Cultural Renaissance. Time 12:30 minutes.

Direct Video Links

​Link to Part 1: On the Rise (12:38)

Link to Part 2: Cultural Renaissance (12:30)

Individual segments. Embed codes can be found on the "gear" icon on the video player.

Forget San Francisco and L.A.: Phoenix is the Next Tech Hot Spot (2:58)

Transforming the World's Least Sustainable City (2:28)

In Phoenix, Women Rule: Largest City with Female Police and Fire Chiefs (2:13)

Local Chefs and Bartenders Bring Major Flavor to Phoenix (4:57)

​In Phoenix, Artists Make the City Their Canvas(2:23)

Why Diamondbacks Legend Luis Gonzalez Made Phoenix His Home (1:16)