‘Power to evoke change’: Phoenix-based Artists 4 Liberation uses art to raise awareness about the humanitarian crisis in Gaza
PHOENIX – based Artists 4 Liberation holds community events and rallies in support of Palestinians. The human-rights advocacy group uses art as a means to raise awareness and fight for marginalized groups across the globe.
Best foot forward: Tucson farrier educates Native American communities on horseshoeing
TUCSON – George Goode explains the significance of farrier education through his nonprofit organization, the Native American Horse Education Foundation, which provides courses to Native American communities in Sells.
Photo essay: Mexican fighters take center stage at Top Rank Boxing in Glendale
GLENDALE – A large Hispanic fanbase watched Oscar Valdez and Liam Wilson face off in the interim junior lightweight title bout, while Seniesa Estrada and Yokasta Valle squared off for five belts in the minimumweight title unification bout.
M3F music festival funds art programs, other nonprofits in Arizona
PHOENIX – This year’s M3F music festival brought in large crowds of music lovers. M3F uses the ticket sales to support charities that foster arts, community, education and environment across Arizona.
Life’s curveballs: A writer and a righty find connection through health scares
PHOENIX – Colorado Rockies pitcher Ryan Feltner was a sliver of light in the darkness for this young cancer survivor. Then, in a twist of fate, I was there when the right-hander experienced his own health scare.
The Prom Closet and Valley Girl Dresses offer prom shoppers free or affordable options
GLENDALE – The Prom Closet and Valley Girl Dresses offer Arizona students options for prom shopping. The average prom dress can cost upward of $400, and many students are searching for more affordable options.
‘Sniff and have fun’: Technology like Sniffspot app gives pets space to roam
PHOENIX – The Sniffspot app and website give dog owners the opportunity to rent safe spaces by the hour for their dogs to roam.
Photo essay: Revitalized Colorado Rockies seek redemption after franchise-worst season in 2023
SCOTTSDALE – The 2023 Colorado Rockies lost 103 games, which marked a franchise record. Now they hope to improve against the toughest division in the National League, the NL West.
Photo essay: ‘Saddened and shocked’ Ohtani, Dodgers try to move forward after translator betting scandal
GLENDALE – Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Shohei Ohtani and his teammates enjoyed a promising spring training, but a gambling scandal involving the player’s translator changed the tone of the exhibition season.
Eye on the Storm: Recent events bring state of court-storming into question
PHOENIX – Court-storming has caused waves in the modern-day sports ecosystem affecting both the NCAA and high school level following high-profile incidents involving Iowa’s Caitlin Clark and Duke’s Kyle Filipowski.
As more families seek asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border, groups step in to help as they wait
NOGALES, Sonora, Mexico – Due to a lack of resources at the Arizona-Mexico border, more families are stuck in limbo as they seek asylum.
Prom, conversation, bingo: Seniors seek socialization
GILBERT – Phoenix senior homes held a prom in January to give their residents a special event with live music, dancing and a chance to dress up and socialize. Socialization is key to mental health and well-being for senior citizens.
