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Soul Survivors Ink founder Gina Jernukian removes a tattoo that was a branding mark from a survivor of human trafficking. The process includes brightening the skin in the inked area and camouflaging the mark. (Photo by Hunter Fore/Cronkite News)
Phoenix makeup artist helps sex trafficking victims remove ‘branding’ tattoos

A Phoenix makeup artist founded Soul Survivor Ink, a national nonprofit organization that helps survivors of human trafficking find providers near them who can cover, remove, and lighten branding tattoos.

16 Arizona Nonprofits to Support This Holiday Season
16 Arizona nonprofits to support this holiday season

If you’re searching for organizations that could use your help, we’ve rounded up 16 Arizona nonprofits that are working to make their communities a better place.

Thelda Williams, former Phoenix mayor and councilmember, dead at 82
Thelda Williams, former Phoenix mayor and councilmember, dead at 82

Thelda Williams served as interim mayor in Phoenix three times. She died Nov. 14 at age 82.

'Thanksgiving Grandma' teams up with Airbnb to welcome strangers for the holiday
Arizona ‘Thanksgiving Grandma’ teams up with Airbnb to welcome strangers for the holiday

An Arizona woman who shared her Thanksgiving table seven years ago with a stranger she accidentally texted will be opening up her home again this year to two new strangers.

Regina LUCHA
OPINION: Mayor Regina Romero and Tucson are models for Arizona and the nation

LUCHA firmly believes that the people closest to the problem are the ones closest to the solution. This very concept has transformed how we support candidates and push for sound policies and reforms.

Retro Ranch (Photo by Analisa Valdez)
5 vintage and antique shops to visit in Phoenix’s Melrose District

Check out these five antique and vintage shops along Seventh Avenue in Phoenix's Melrose District.

Good news: No more late fees at Buckeye Public Library
Good news: No more late fees at Buckeye Public Library

The Buckeye Public Library recently waived all existing late fees and instituted a fine-free policy moving forward.