El Nino is a weather phenomenon that occurs in the Pacific Ocean, which pushes warm air toward the west coast of the US. When this warm air, known as the Pacific jet stream, pushes across the Southern US, it leads to extreme weather events and increased rainfall in this region. Changes caused by El Nino have an impact on weather patterns across the entire country, and experts predict that this year’s El Nino will be much stronger and will continue throughout early 2024. 

As we approach the holiday season ensuring food safety is of paramount importance. To prevent the risk of foodborne illnesses it’s crucial to take extra precautions in handling, cooking, and storing food to guarantee a safe and enjoyable celebration.
Practice proper food handling and cleaning of the cooking space is crucial to prevent foodborne illnesses: Wash your hands thoroughly with plain soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially before and after handling food...

The department of justice has identified Phoenix as one of the top human trafficking jurisdictions in the country. Human traffickers often prey on vulnerable groups such as children in the child welfare or juvenile justice system; runaway and homeless youth; unaccompanied children; undocumented individuals in the United States; people of color; American Indians, and other indigenous peoples of North America; LGBTQIA+ individuals; migrant laborers; persons with disabilities; and individuals with substance use disorders.