Nonprofit BEYOND teaches Tucsonans to beat the heat
As Tucson summers grow hotter and air quality worsens, nonprofit BEYOND is teaching people how to stay active outdoors safely through hydration, evaporative cooling and heat adaptation education.
Rodriguez runs for Sierra Vista mayor on safety platform
Sierra Vista City Council member Mark Rodriguez is running for mayor in the Nov. 3 election, campaigning on public safety, government transparency and support for the city's veterans, small businesses and youth.
Alma Hernández habla sobre agua, ESA y vivienda
La representante estatal Alma Hernández se postula para el Senado de Arizona en el Distrito Legislativo 20, enfrentando un desafío en las primarias demócratas por parte de Rocque Pérez de cara a las elecciones primarias del 21 de julio.
Tucson DACA recipient's removal proceedings dismissed by judge
An immigration judge dismissed removal proceedings against Karla Toledo, a Tucson DACA recipient detained without a warrant by ICE on May 18, though her attorney warned ICE filed to dismiss without prejudice and could come after her again.
Sunnyside High students unveil environmental justice mural
unnyside High School students unveiled a mural titled "Our Future is the Land and Water" on May 5, raising awareness of environmental issues affecting Tucson's south side.
Oro Valley weighs Sprouts, road fixes near Rancho Vistoso
The Oro Valley Town Council discussed $1.5 million in proposed road improvements and a possible Sprouts-anchored shopping center near Tangerine Road and Rancho Vistoso Boulevard, drawing skepticism from residents still wary of a failed development in the area.
Foro en Tucson presenta candidatos de los distritos 17 y 20
El Foco de Tucson y Arizona Luminaria organizan un encuentro gratuito y no partidista con los candidatos a la Cámara de Representantes y al Senado estatal de los Distritos Legislativos 17 y 20, el 10 de junio en Tucson. Se requiere confirmación de asistencia.
Gully Bakehouse brings Indian-inspired pastries to Tucson
Gully Bakehouse, a new Indian-inspired bakery inside Voltron Brewing on South Toole Avenue, blends traditional pastry technique with house-made spice blends rooted in founder Soumya Seemakurti's childhood in India.
Arizona advocates say Prop. 139 hasn't solved abortion access
Reproductive rights advocates, congressional candidate JoAnna Mendoza and state Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamilton gathered in Tucson to argue that despite Prop. 139's passage, Arizona women still face significant barriers to abortion access.