Sahara Sajjadi - LOOKOUT

How Muralist Shela Yu Embraced Her Queer, Chinese American Story

A queer Chinese American artist from Mesa, Yu blends identity, healing, and creativity to make space for visibility — and for play — in Arizona’s desert arts scene.

Annika Miyata (she/her) Nov 3, 2025

CULTURE

The Queer Chef Reviving Arizona’s Less-Discussed Chinese History

Chinese chorizo is being reborn in Tucson through Feng-Feng Yeh’s mission to preserve history, build visibility, and celebrate intersectional identity.

Annika Miyata (she/her) Nov 3, 2025

CULTURE

These Arizonans Are Shaping Local Queer Asian Culture

Through art, music, and community projects, these creators are amplifying queer Asian voices and reshaping Arizona’s cultural landscape.

Annika Miyata (she/her) Nov 3, 2025

Sahara Sajjadi is a journalist based in Arizona with a master's degree in journalism from the Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.

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How To Get Civically Engaged And Stay Cool This Summer

From civil liberties to community health, local organizations are offering opportunities to get involved, learn, and stay informed.

Sahara Sajjadi Jul 8, 2025

People protesting outside holding signs saying "sign the petition" and "free water" as another person defensively points their finger at them.

CULTURE

A Protest At Phoenix's Lesbian Bar Over Water Highlights Broader Heat Concerns

The protest was tiny, but soon took a turn that resulted in multiple people arguing online that business owners should provide free water.

Sahara Sajjadi Mar 16, 2025

EDUCATION

“I didn’t want them to write my obituary”

In a conservative culture war on sex and gender, queer teachers and staff seek refuge from the frontlines.

Sahara Sajjadi Jan 8, 2025

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