May 2021

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Central Avenue light rail construction CityScape
Light rail has proven to be a popular option in the Phoenix metro area, and expansion of the line is on the way. But there are concerns about how long the effects of the pandemic will be felt.
May 27, 2021
an empty classroom at a Phoenix high school
Many in the education community have talked about the need to make up for some of the lessons that didn’t or couldn’t happen this past school year because of the disruptions caused by the pandemic. At the same time, some students and teachers say they just need a break after the year they've had.
May 27, 2021
Tiger King Jeff Lowe
It feels like ancient history now, but remember the beginning of the pandemic when everyone binged the "Tiger King?" Carol Baskin and Joe Exotic are back in the news — and no, Joe Exotic is not seeking a pardon from President Joe Biden.
May 26, 2021
dog at a Maricopa County Animal Care and Control shelter
Last year, when the pandemic hit there was a wave of pet adoptions as people found themselves alone at home a lot, in need of a project — and maybe a furry friend. But now people are getting vaccinated and the world is opening up. And shelters nationwide are reporting that those pets are being returned in high numbers.
May 26, 2021
The below-grade Papago Freeway in central Phoenix, built on what used to be Moreland and Culver streets.
The Ten Across project has decided to use the Interstate Ten corridor, stretching from California to Florida, as its framework when it comes to water, energy, commerce, and land use — among other things.
May 26, 2021
The Arizona Capitol building
A bill working its way through the Legislature would take another shot at restricting when schools could teach sex ed and would require parents to opt their kids into those classes, rather than allowing them to opt out.
May 26, 2021
kids painting in a classroom
President Joe Biden’s American Families Plan is a $1.8 trillion investment in social programs like paid family leave, education and child care. And that includes a plan to partner with states to provide preschool for all 3- and 4-year-olds for free.
May 26, 2021
Paul Boyer
State lawmakers are set to continue work on the new state budget. But they have work to do to get all Republicans on board, as the Republican party only holds a one seat advantage in both chambers, and can’t afford to lose any members. And some like Sen. Paul Boyer are not ready to support the plan.
May 26, 2021
megan figueroa
The term "Latinx" is being used by many in the left-leaning academic set as a more gender-inclusive form of “Latino” or “Latina," but it’s also stirring up quite a bit of controversy — especially among people of Latin American descent in the U.S.
May 25, 2021
Private companies have been doing more work beyond the Earth’s orbit, from Elon Musk’s SpaceX to Jeff Bezos’ Blue Origin, to many others — both big and small. A new masters’ program at the Thunderbird School of Global Management at ASU reflects that increased interest.
May 25, 2021

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