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Our paper is printed on 100% post-consumer recycled product. t Contents 8 News 14 Feature 19 Food & Drink 25 Arts & Culture 26 Music 28 Concerts 31 Cannabis On the cover: Artwork by EJ Torres Images modified and remixed via: SD Anderson/Flickr, Gage Skidmore/Flickr, Adobe Stock Photo, Getty Images (Katya Schwenk) VOL. 55 | NO. 46 | NOV 14 - NOV 20, 2024 In June, the U.S. Department of Justice found that Phoenix police routinely violate the civil rights of citizens, including unhoused people. Questions? Feedback? Email me at [email protected] • Follow me on RATING (out of 5 McFly’s) 2024 MERCEDES EQE350: THE FUTURE JUST GOT COMFORTABLE 2024 GENESIS G70 RWD 3.3T SPORT PRESTIGE The 2024 Mercedes The 2024 Mercedes EQE350 is like stepping EQE350 is like stepping into a sci-fi movie where into a sci-fi movie where luxury is still king. This luxury is still king. 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