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In the carne asada capital of Mexico, vegan options are on the rise
When you think of Sonoran food, what comes to mind? Almost certainly carne asada. But a growing number of Sonorans are ditching animal products and opening restaurants centered on plant-based foods in what some have called a “vegan boom.”
Dec. 8, 2022
2 tribal heads in southern AZ tapped to join new DHS advisory council
The leaders of two southern Arizona tribes have been appointed to join the Tribal Homeland Security Advisory Council.
Dec. 7, 2022
House approves bill to allow deported veterans to return to U.S.
The House of Representatives approved a bill that could create a pathway to citizenship to non-citizens who served in the U.S. military.
Dec. 7, 2022
Violence in Sonoran town gains attention for the impact on schools kids
A video went viral in Mexico this week of children cowering under their desks in a Sonoran school while a teacher sings to keep them calm.
Dec. 7, 2022
Conservationists: Time running out for Grand Canyon area uranium mine bill
An increase in activity at the Pinyon Plain uranium mine has conservationists concerned that the site could begin production soon. Although that’s not likely to happen, time is running out for a bill that would stop other mines in the Grand Canyon region.
Dec. 7, 2022
UA receives $7.3M from CDC to join long COVID project
COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations are trending high in the state. But experts are still wrestling with the complexities of long COVID. A new CDC project at UA could provide a better grip on the condition, especially in underserved communities.
Dec. 7, 2022
SRP approves new solar project at Copper Crossing facility near Florence
Salt River Project's board of directors recently approved a solar generating station at the Copper Crossing Research and Energy Facility near Florence.
Dec. 7, 2022
Sky Harbor steps back from opposition on Tempe development project for Coyotes
A proposed entertainment district and potential site of a new hockey arena for the Arizona Coyotes is one step closer to becoming a reality. Despite originally opposing the project, Sky Harbor has changed its stance.
Dec. 7, 2022
Memorial on Saturday for couple who died in Rocky Point
A memorial service will be held for the Flagstaff couple who died while kayaking in Sonora’s Rocky Point late last month.
Dec. 7, 2022
AZ hospitals remain busy as COVID and flu cases rise
Arizona’s hospitals continue to see high volumes of patients with respiratory viruses amid a severe season for RSV, influenza and COVID-19.
Dec. 7, 2022
The Ultimate Sophistication showcases O’odham womens clothing
An exhibit on display in Tucson features photographs of authentic, historically accurate clothing worn by O’odham women. Kyle Knox is the photographer behind the exhibit. He’s the managing editor for the Gila River Indian News.
Dec. 7, 2022
Sinemas framework deal could help DACA recipients, extend Title 42
This week, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema floated the framework for a piece of legislation that seeks to provide a pathway to citizenship for undocumented people brought to the U.S. as children — also known as "Dreamers." It could also extend Title 42.
Dec. 7, 2022
Chef Elizabeth Meinz’s Beejon honey mustard
Not a lot of us would think of making of our own condiments. But during the pandemic, that's what chef Elizabeth Meinz turned to for saving her career.
Dec. 7, 2022
400 AZ teachers receive $2,500 grants to use in class
Four hundred teachers across Arizona received $2,500 grants as a part of the Palo Verde Fiesta Bowl Charities Wishes for Teachers program.
Dec. 7, 2022
10 things the world needs to do to fight climate change
Climate change is affecting all areas of life. But the director of ASU's Global Futures Lab wants to mitigate its effect on future generations.
Dec. 7, 2022
Lee Griffos sisters murder was featured on a crime show. Years later, its still painful
This year, Netflix released "Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story." The thriller tells the serial killer’s story, but mainly from the points of view of his victims. Family members of some of the victims have spoken out against it, saying it made them feel "retraumatized." Lee Griffo had a similar experience with a different show.
Dec. 7, 2022
Marijuana legalization forces Mexican drug cartels to pivot
The growing legalization of cannabis in the U.S. is shifting organized crime groups in Mexico to synthetic drugs like methamphetamine.
Dec. 7, 2022
Cocopah Tribe working to restore Colorado River’s native plants
After more than a century of dam building and development, the Colorado River ends as a trickle at the Arizona-Mexico border. The river was once the lifeblood of the Cocopah, or River People. The tribe has begun trying to return a sliver of that landscape to what it once was.
More news from the Tribal Natural Resources Desk
Dec. 7, 2022
Phoenix Union High School District considers role of police on campus
In a press release Tuesday, the Phoenix Union High School District said it was considering the potential role of having a police presence on campus.
More Arizona education news
Dec. 6, 2022
Sonora’s state Congress bans gay conversion therapies
With just two "no" votes in the 33-member unicameral legislature, the measure was approved by an overwhelming margin.
Dec. 6, 2022

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