Sayo Akao

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March for Science draws over 3,000 participants

Over 3,000 Phoenix residents gathered together for the March for Science on Saturday. The march was one of many across the nation. It also took place in cities such as Tucson, Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. In addition...

Activist speaks on the myth of the “angry black woman”

Diversity and inclusion became the focus of a Central Phoenix National Organization for Women meeting Sunday morning as a representative of the Young African-American Democratic Caucus spoke on the harmful "myth of the angry black woman." “I’m not an...

Candlelight Celebration shines light on mental health

Civic Space Park lit up Tuesday night with the 21st annual Candlelight Celebration for Mental Health Awareness. The event brought together people of all ages and walks of life, and provided an open space to discuss mental health. It was...

Sriracha Festival brings together fans, chefs to celebrate the sauce

The weather may be cooling down, but downtown heated up this past weekend with the first annual Sriracha Festival. The event was organized by a devoted fan of the hot sauce who wanted to create a one-of-a-kind event...