Arizona

TL/DR - Sculptor and multi-media artist Gary Vulcano is set to hold his first solo exhibit, "expressiveVISIONS", in Phoenix. The exhibit, which will be open from 5 to 28 January at The Herberger Center Gallery, will feature approximately 30 of his latest creations. Vulcano, who has had a 45-year career in the advertising industry, has created…

TL/DR - United Food Bank, a nonprofit based in Mesa, celebrated its 40th year providing food assistance to communities in Arizona. Marking the anniversary, the organization revealed a new logo, hosted an appreciation event for volunteers and partners that raised over $40,000, and presented special awards to donors who have supported over a…

TL/DR - Due to the ongoing Israel-Hamas war, Bethlehem has cancelled its Christmas celebrations. A vigil was held at Hance Park, with about 100 people from diverse backgrounds uniting to pray for peace and an end to the conflict. The event was organized by the Arizona Interfaith Vigil Coalition for Permanent Ceasefire and was attended by many…

TL/DR - Two Denver-area paramedics were found guilty of giving a fatal dose of ketamine to Elijah McClain in 2019. The case, the first of several recent criminal prosecutions against medical first responders to reach trial, may set a precedent for future cases. The verdict could impact how emergency personnel across the country respond to…