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American Red Cross initiative seeks to tap in to more Latino blood donors
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ClipDart recreates barbershop experience for Glendale seniors
David Ulloa Jr./Cronkite News David Rodriguez cuts Daniel Holguin’s hair, left, while Moraima Robledo gives Maria Castillo, right, a haircut at the Glendale Community Center on April 8, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Daniel Holguin looks at his new haircut in a mirror at the Glendale Community Center on April 8, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) David Rodriguez trims Daniel Holguin’s hair at the Glendale Community Center on April 8, 2024.
Home set ablaze during a standoff between father and Surprise police
Police officers taped off a house that was burned down during a standoff between Surprise police and a man. View comments
How Phoenix’s goth scene is thriving through events and exposure
When people think of Arizona, a thriving Goth scene may not be something that comes to mind, but maybe it should be. The goth subculture began decades ago as a post-punk musical style. It is a fashion style, music genre and lifestyle that often explores dark and romantic themes.
Colorful fun at Arizona Center's Family First Friday in Phoenix
Sam Ballesteros Attendees react to a dance battle at Arizona Center's Family First Friday on May 3, 2024, in Phoenix. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic One dancer, who goes by the name of "Icealation Tom," wins a dance battle at Arizona Center's Family First Friday on May 3, 2024, in Phoenix. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic Attendees roller skate on the rink at Arizona Center's Family First Friday on May 3, 2024, in Phoenix.
Arizona's Goth scene is gaining prominence due to events, exposure
FacebookPinterestLinkedInEmailRedditX PHOENIX – When people think of Arizona, a thriving Goth scene may not be something that comes to mind, but maybe it should be. The Goth subculture began decades ago as a post-punk musical style. It is a fashion style, music genre and lifestyle that often explores dark and romantic themes.
Arizona’s Goth scene is gaining prominence due to events, exposure
A patron at Stacy’s at Melrose who identified herself as Vivian Orbweaver, left, first became active in the Goth scene two years ago, and since then has found her place. Orbweaver said she “knew I was Goth because I felt it deep in my bones and couldn’t deny it.” (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) By Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News May 1, 2024 PHOENIX – When people think of Arizona, a thriving Goth scene may not be something that comes to mind, but maybe it should be.
Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market, Phoenix Bioscience Core promote health education
Kayla Balay, Blue Sky Organic Farms market assistant, helps a customer bag produce at the Downtown Phoenix Farmers Market on April 13, 2024. “I’ve eaten a lot healthier since working here and have been introduced to a lot of new produce, as well,” Balay said.
Tucson farrier educates Native American communities on horseshoeing
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George Goode brings farrier education to Tohono O’odham, other Native communities
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. George Goode sits in front of his trailer on the Tohono O’odham Nation on April 10, 2024. Goode bought his trailer 30 years ago when the Native American Horse Education Foundation was still a dream. Now, he uses the trailer daily to help teach equine education to Native Americans.
How the M3F music festival helps Phoenix charity partners in the arts
For 20 years, the M3F music festival has been an oasis for music lovers in the Phoenix area, as well as a benefactor of local charities. Since its inception in 2004, M3F has donated 100% of its ticket sales to different charities in Arizona – accumulating about $5.2 million in total donations. Tired of galas and auctions, John Largay of Wespac Construction wanted to give back to the community in a creative way. So, in 2004, the McDowell Mountain Music Festival was born.
M3F music festival funds art programs, other nonprofits in Arizona
For 20 years, the M3F music festival has been an oasis for music lovers in the Phoenix area, as well as a benefactor of local charities. Since its inception in 2004, M3F has donated 100% of its ticket sales to different charities in Arizona – accumulating about $5.2 million in total donations. Tired of galas and auctions, John Largay of Wespac Construction wanted to give back to the community in a creative way. So, in 2004, the McDowell Mountain Music Festival was born.
M3F music festival funds arts programs, more
M3F music festival funds art programs, other nonprofits in Arizona M3F music festival funds art programs, other nonprofits in Arizona 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. Roosevelt performs on the Cosmic Stage at the M3F music festival on March 2, 2024.
Arizona bill aims to regulate labeling of lab-grown meat, plant-based alternatives
Lisa Khan, owner of Moon River Beef, holds up a package of broth bones on March 25, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Lisa Khan, owner of Moon River Beef, holds up a package of rib-eye steak on March 25, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) PHOENIX – In response to the surging popularity of lab-grown meat and plant-based alternatives, Arizona Rep.
Dashes and hurdles at the Chandler Rotary Invitational
Sam Ballesteros Gilbert High School's Vance Nilsson leads in boy's hurdles at Chandler Rotary Invitational at Chandler High School on March 23, 2024. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic Kori Martin from Hamilton High School leads in hurdles at Chandler Rotary Invitational at Chandler High School on March 23, 2024. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic Gilbert High School's Vance Nilsson leads in boy's hurdles at Chandler Rotary Invitational at Chandler High School on March 23, 2024.
Feds award Intel $8.5 billion; money to expand Chandler, other chip plants
Lillie Boudreaux/Cronkite News President Joe Biden walks with workers at Intel’s Chandler plant, where he announced an $8.5 billion grant to help the company expand its chipmaking capacity there. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) The Intel chip-making plant in Chandler is just one of the company’s sites that will benefit from the $8.5 billion grant and $11 billion in loans announced by the president Wednesday.
Presidential nominees already picked, but Arizona voters still have options
Reagan Priest/Cronkite News A sign points the way to a polling place for Arizona’s presidential preference election on Tuesday – after more than half the states have voted and President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have already locked up enough delegates for a rematch this fall.
Arizona lawmakers split as House overwhelmingly OKs bill to ban TikTok
Ian McKinney/Cronkite News The House gave overwhelming approval Wednesday to a bill that would ban TikTok – which critics say can be used by the Chinese government to spy on Americans – if its owners don’t sell to another company first. Arizona lawmakers split on the vote.
Legisladores republicanos de Arizona aprueban proyectos de ley de inmigración
El senador estatal de Arizona Sonny Borrelli, republicano de Lake Havasu City, reacciona a la senadora Priya Sundareshan, demócrata de Tucson, mientras explica su voto sobre la SB 1231 en el Capitolio de Arizona. (Foto de Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite Noticias) Miembros de Living United for Change en Arizona (LUCHA) manifiestan contra la legislación de inmigración en el Capitolio de Arizona el 21 de febrero de 2024.
Arizona Republicans pass immigration bills on border crossing and E-Verify
Arizona state Sen. Sonny Borrelli, R-Lake Havasu City, reacts to Sen. Priya Sundareshan, D-Tucson, as she explains her vote on SB 1231 at the Arizona Capitol on Feb. 21, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Members of Living United for Change in Arizona rally against immigration legislation at the Arizona Capitol on Feb. 21, 2024.
Inflation Reduction Act tax credits to fund Arizona sustainability projects
Naomi DuBovis/Cronkite News Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, left, stands with White House Senior Advisor and Director of the Office of Intergovernmental Affairs Tom Perez at Cartwright Elementary School District offices on Feb. 19, 2024, in Phoenix. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Cartwright Elementary School District’s new electric school bus parked in Phoenix on Feb. 19, 2024.
Here's a food vendor’s take on Arizona's 'tamale bill'
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Vendedores de comida comparten opiniones sobre el proyecto de ley de tamales
Tacos de Player Breakfast Club en el centro de Phoenix el 24 de enero. (Foto de Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite Noticias) PHOENIX – El acordeón, el bajo y la percusión armonizan a la perfección en el ritmo enérgico del corrido “Un X100TO” de Grupo Frontera y Bad Bunny.
Rain check: How Arizonans can prepare for rainy drives
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Food vendors shares opinions on Arizona tamale bill
Tacos from Players Breakfast Club in downtown Phoenix on Jan. 24.
Bill would mandate cardiac arrest emergency plans in Arizona schools
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Bill would mandate cardiac arrest emergency plans in Arizona schools
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As Phoenix weather brings rain, drivers should prepare
Julia Schamko/Cronkite News It’s been a rainy week in Phoenix, and puddles have accumulated and made the roads slippery across the Valley. Photo taken in downtown Phoenix on Feb. 8, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) PHOENIX – With the winter months bringing rain to the Valley, concerns are growing over driver safety on the roads.
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Arizona Heart Association lobbies for cardiac arrest plans in schools
Lauren Kobley/Cronkite News Jennifer Stingley, middle, is a member of the American Heart Association’s southern Arizona board of directors. Stingley practices CPR at the Arizona Heart Association’s annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol on Feb. 7, 2024. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Emeri Midkiff, left, stands next to her twin sister, Pyper, while at the Arizona Heart Association’s annual lobby day at the Arizona Capitol on Feb. 7, 2024.
Nonprofit offers free therapeutic programs in memory-care communities
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Nonprofit offers free therapeutic programs in memory-care communities
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Our Ode to You provides music, art to Arizona adults with memory loss
Lauren Kobley/Cronkite News Aani Nagaiah, co-founder of Our Ode To You, speaks with Inspira Arrowhead resident Donna White on Jan. 27 in Glendale. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Residents at Inspira Arrowhead paint during an art activity hosted by Our Ode to You on Jan. 27, 2024, in Glendale. (Photo by Sam Ballesteros/Cronkite News) Gale Alvar, a resident at Inspira Arrowhead, helps pass out instruments to her table on Jan. 27, 2024, in Glendale.
Familia de Mercedes Vega de Tempe continúa en busca de justicia
Sam Ballesteros Una foto de Mercedes Vega se exhibe durante la conferencia de prensa sobre su caso en la sede de la Policía de Phoenix, en Phoenix el 28 de noviembre de 2023. Sam Ballesteros/The Republic Familiares y amigos de Mercedes Vega imploran se haga justicia en el caso de su muerte durante una conferencia de prensa en la sede de la Policía de Phoenix, en Phoenix el 28 de noviembre de 2023.
Rate increases could come
PHOENIX – Phoenix residents could see an increase in their water bills soon. Although the Valley has seen more rain than normal this winter, with almost an inch more than the average in March, it wasn’t enough to combat the ongoing drought in Arizona. The Water Services Department is proposing a phased rate increase to address the rising cost of water and water treatment and to encourage conservation.
Savannah Bananas stop in Scottsdale, Peoria for 2023 world tour
SCOTTSDALE – In a matter of weeks, Scottsdale Stadium and Peoria Sports Complex transformed from the spring training homes of the San Francisco Giants, San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners to a two-night pit stop for another team with a produce-inspired mascot. The Savannah Bananas came to town last weekend for a two-game set as part of their 2023 world tour.
COVID-19 death rate in Arizona climbs to highest in U.S.
PHOENIX – Arizona had the highest rate of COVID-19 deaths in the nation over three years, according to a research analysis published in March in the medical-science journal The Lancet. “I think Arizona is a state with inequality, some poverty, and ultimately some of the vaccination rates and behaviors didn’t line up to have good outcomes,” said Joseph Dieleman, a professor and senior author of the study, in a video news release.
Legislators ask for $500,000 to fight dementia
PHOENIX – State legislators are pushing a bill to build a state dementia plan and put up to $500,000 toward new jobs focused on Alzheimer’s disease, a common type of dementia that is rising especially fast in Arizona. “We call it the silver tsunami,” state Rep. Jennifer Longdon, D-Phoenix, said Wednesday at a news conference at the state Capitol. “The number of folks who are projected to experience Alzheimer’s in the coming years is going to be significant.” Another legislator, Sen.
Last day to donate to Christmas Bag Drive in Peoria
By Sam Ballesteros Special to Independent Newsmedia Today is the last day HART Pantry is taking donations for their annual Christmas Bag Drive to give to teens facing hunger and homelessness in the west Valley. Despite an increase of teens in need and a lack of supply, HART Pantry is on track to make 230 bags this holiday season.
Surprise homes still selling fast
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