day of the dead
Posted Oct 29, 2014, 10:59 am
Maria Coxon-Smith
/TucsonSentinel.com
The centuries-old Mexican tradition of honoring the Day of the Dead has inspired an exhibit that recalls the spontaneous memorials that sprang up in Tucson after the Jan. 8, 2011, shooting. "El Dia de los Muertos: Remembering January 8th" features a sampling of the offerings left by Tucsonans moved by the shooting that killed six people and wounded 13 others.... Read more»
Posted Nov 7, 2011, 2:08 pm
Dylan Smith
/TucsonSentinel.com
Tens of thousands of Tucsonans crowded downtown streets Sunday night, dancing in celebration and walking somberly in memory of the dead. The finale, after a two-mile walk, saw a giant urn filled with messages to the departed ceremoniously set aflame. (with photos)... Read more»
Posted Nov 5, 2011, 10:44 am
Rose-Mary Grzasko
/TucsonSentinel.com
"Put it on wheels, strap it to your back, wear it, put lights in it, walk or ride it" - all fitting ways to honor loved ones who have passed, All Souls Procession organizers said. (with videos)... Read more»
Posted Nov 3, 2011, 10:43 am
Curtis Prendergast
/TucsonSentinel.com
A roundup of news coverage from the Mexican side of the border: Gringos causing trouble, holiday observances, Mexicans in Canada, and Anonymous vs. Los Zetas.... Read more»
Posted Nov 2, 2011, 11:25 am
Mark Zepezauer
/Special to TucsonSentinel.com
Shortly after the Jan. 8th shootings, I lamented that "Tucson" would become a synonym for a tragedy, since the city hadn't distinguished itself in any other notable way. But this weekend brings a screening of an extraordinary film that not only celebrates the best of Tucson, but nails its essence for anyone who's never had the good fortune to visit here.... Read more»
Posted Nov 5, 2010, 12:05 pm
Dave Irwin
/TucsonSentinel.com
Tucson's annual All Souls Procession is a strange and fantastic event. It can be disturbingly grotesque and inspiringly beautiful. Awe, fear, sadness and joy all mix freely in the the most emotionally complex public event you will find in America
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Posted Feb 15, 2010, 10:05 am
Michael E. Miller
/GlobalPost
As the country remains stuck in the economic downturn, more and more Mexicans are turning to unorthodox remedies for their money woes. Feeling abandoned and disillusioned, they look to magic powders, potions, soaps and lotions for a helping hand in life.... Read more»